InfoChachkie

MARCH 5, 2012

In 2009 Jed created a Google doc to track the seed accelerators. By mid-2011 he noted, “As seed accelerators have exploded in number world-wide, it’s become nearly impossible to keep this (Google Doc) working.” This growth led Jed Christiansen to base his master thesis on the impact and efficacy of the phenomenon.

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TechCrunch LA

JUNE 22, 2021

In its initial form, it will run between eight and 12 weeks, providing a group of mentors from the creative arts. Last week, Google launched its first retail store in Manhattan’s Chelsea district. The store’s opening also marks the launch of Apple’s new Creative Studios initiative. Image Credits: Apple.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 12, 2013

At every entrepreneur event I through between 2008-2012 I invite Hamet because he was a great mentor for entrepreneurs. He reached out to younger founders and offered to help via his network at AT&T, Google, media agencies … you name it. I only wanted one thing in the deal – Hamet. I stayed close.

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JUNE 7, 2013

Stained Glass Labs (SGL), the first Glass and wearable technologies accelerator has launched the world’s first comprehensive app directory and a self-service app publishing portal for Google Glass pre-launched applications. The post Stained Glass Labs Patners With Exitround, Unveils App Directory for Google Glass appeared first on TechZulu.

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Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 17, 2012

And speaking of coaching, if you haven’t read Googled by Ken Auletta you should. And in it he profiles the work of Coach Campbell who was once on the boards of both Google & Apple. See there are tons of people who play the role of mentor in their own capacity. It’s a great read.

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Xconomy

AUGUST 11, 2017

It provides a two-year mentoring and education program, and then lifelong membership in a global network where members have been screened for integrity and other character traits. (A A group of Kauffman Fellows is pictured above.)

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socalTECH

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

We're using Google Maps for our GPS component. Million Women Mentors has a network of both women and men, helping underrepresented women pursue careers in STEM and STEM related fields. We are seeing the Million Women Mentor's movement using POD to stay connected, and to help them find people with similar interests and passions.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Everyone knows and admires the leaders , including Google and Zappos, but most entrepreneurs have only a fuzzy idea of what to do to get there. He cites eight leadership actions, which I also recommend, from a non-scientific perspective, as a mentor to entrepreneurs. So, how do you build trust? Employees don’t like to be micro-managed.

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socalTECH

DECEMBER 26, 2012

We were also about to build a really solid mentor network in a short period of time, pulling in about 250 CEO's and CTOs, from all backgrounds and locations. Finally, Google. Google continues to shape our futures. This year, we were lucky enough to find 40 great startups to invest in, growing StartEngine immensely. That's huge.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 20, 2012

Once off the ground she could attract mentors from her industry. She’s now the leading marketplace for women’s used wedding dresses and accessories and ranks 2nd in Google for the term “Used Wedding Dress.” I blog on entrepreneurship & VC precisely because entrepreneurs and other VCs are my customers.

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Tech Zulu Event

AUGUST 25, 2012

On August 9th, Startup Weekend San Diego and the Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University partnered with Google to host the very first Startup Weekend focused on helping Veterans, Service Members and Military Families turn their visions into reality in creating a startup company.

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socalTECH

JANUARY 7, 2019

With Startup Boost, we had dozens of investors, service providers, successful entrepreneurs, and major industry leaders (including Microsoft, Google, Softbank, REME, and TechStars) coalesce around our initiative to help early stage companies get to the next level. Yet they turned-out each and every week of our six-week programs.

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socalTECH

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

Every price comparison out there, whether that's Google Products, Bizrate, or other sites, can find books, but you can only do it one at a time. They've got a program called Springboard, which helps really young companies get set up with mentors, and guides you through the startup process. They act as mentors and help companies grow.

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SoCal CTO

NOVEMBER 10, 2009

I then worked as a product manager at NetZero/United Online in the VOIP group, and then most recently at Google as a product manager on the Picasa/Photos team based in Santa Monica. There is a reason that companies like Google and Apple are notoriously tight-lipped when it comes to communicating their product strategy and roadmap.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 25, 2020

I concur, based on my own extended career in business and mentoring entrepreneurs. Examples of companies already coaching their teams on these mental strategies include Google, Starbucks, AOL, and more: Mentally be fully present and engaged in the current task. Presence is foundational for focus and mindfulness.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

Mentoring and technical assistance from volunteer or paid experts. If you don’t need these common resources, but need specialized technology services, you should look for technology parks and research facilities, often sponsored by leading companies in specific technologies, like Intel Capital and Google Ventures (GV).

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Tech Zulu Event

DECEMBER 10, 2013

He also co-founded The Comotion Group, which was acquired by Sharethrough and was previously advisor to Wildfire, which Google acquired for $350M. At the moment, Monahan is a mentor at 500 Startups, where he guides early stage companies in social media marketing.

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socalTECH

JULY 13, 2009

Mark has also been quite active mentoring entrepreneurs, We caught up with Mark to hear about what kinds of investments GRP is looking at nowadays, his view on the software-as-a-service market, and how best to approach him with a pitch. We've heard quite a bit about your mentoring efforts here, can you talk about that?

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 11, 2021

As an early-stage startup, you may have some hand-picked mentors as an Advisory Board, but now you need a formal Board with approval rights on all your strategic decisions and pivots. Investors will expect at least one seat on the board, and expect a board report from you each month on key items.

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InfoChachkie

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

Bob Wood – Public Servant CEO & Mentor Extraordinaire. A mentor see you in your potential, sees who you could be. ”. Bob Wood has been a mentor to dozens of professionals during his long career in public service. If you haven't already subscribed yet, subscribe now for free weekly JohnGreathouse.com articles!

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Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 21, 2014

Our founder, Yves Sisteron, was my mentor and board member at my first startup. In fact, just a short Google search reveals that I’ve referred to him frequently through the years. They have trust, short-hand communications, know each other’s strengths & weaknesses, etc. Mafias matter a lot to me, as well.

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socalTECH

FEBRUARY 3, 2010

Is every deal we see going to be the next Google? But, we want to make sure that if the next Google is going to be starting Los Angeles, we're talking to the founder and finding a way to help them with their business. Of course not.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Do research on investor visibility via Google and social media. That means you and your business must benefit from both the money and mentoring from the investor, and the investor will win from getting a larger return sooner. Start by checking the profile and credentials of investor principals on LinkedIn and industry associations.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 21, 2013

It also shows that survival prospects are higher if the owner has at least four years of college, like Sergey Brin and Larry Page of Google, and Andrew Mason of Groupon. Most universities also bring in outside advisors to mentor budding entrepreneurs. Academic research supports that this experience pays off. Pick an idea, any idea.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 6, 2011

It also shows that survival prospects are higher if the owner has at least four years of college, like Sergey Brin and Larry Page of Google, and Andrew Mason of Groupon. Most universities also bring in outside advisors to mentor budding entrepreneurs. Academic research supports that this experience pays off. Pick an idea, any idea.

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SoCal CTO

OCTOBER 5, 2010

How-to get that guy as your mentor - Gabriel Weinberg , September 20, 2010 Forming a couple of good mentor relationships can help bridge the gap between startup failure and success, especially for first-time entrepreneurs. But how do you actually get the right people to be your mentors? Google, and Facebook.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 3, 2019

Image via Pixabay I’ve always been a bit confused about the difference in a business context between a coach and a mentor. According to many pundits , a mentor shows you the right way based on experience, while a coach brings out the best in you, then let’s you find your own way.

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Tech Zulu Event

AUGUST 9, 2012

Through one lens, it looks like a way for aspiring twenty-somethings to raise capital and find mentors that can help them pursue their dreams”. He adds,“I was thinking about these issues while still at Google. Dave Girouard the founder of Upstart posted yesterday,“Today is day one for our team. Upstart received a $ 1.75

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InfoChachkie

MAY 12, 2016

If you are a recent college graduate, mentor college students. Modern day entrepreneurs use Evernote, Google Keep, etc. Like athletes, entrepreneurs benefit greatly from a coach, in the form of a caring mentor. If you are in college, advise a High School entrepreneur club. Refine Your Personal Pitch. Launch A Side Business.

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Berkonomics

MARCH 24, 2016

Think about the culture of Google or Apple and you get somewhat different impressions. Teacher, tutor, and mentor. If a CEO cannot get comfortable selling, then he/she needs to find a strong complement or a replacement CEO. Seven attributes of a highly successful start-up CEO. Culture Maven.

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 6, 2014

I admit that I haven’t yet read it but I’ve had numerous discussions with Brad over the years about board structure & conduct and consider him a mentor on the topic. I should note that my friend Brad Feld has written a new book on the subject that I would recommend if you want the bible on the topic. In the Early Days.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 17, 2019

Do you think that the CEO of Google should answer every written letter he receives? I also surmise that perhaps organizational psychologists don’t get as much unsolicited emails as some of us do. Here’s a quick thought experiment for Adam since I’m assuming somebody will forward this to him and he’ll be annoyed with me.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 22, 2023

Everyone knows and admires the leaders , including Google and Zappos, but most entrepreneurs have only a fuzzy idea of what to do to get there. He cites eight leadership actions, which I also recommend, from a non-scientific perspective, as a mentor to entrepreneurs. So, how do you build trust? Employees don’t like to be micro-managed.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 11, 2020

Do research on investor visibility via Google and social media. That means you and your business must benefit from both the money and mentoring from the investor, and the investor will win from getting a larger return sooner. Start by checking the profile and credentials of investor principals on LinkedIn and industry associations.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

An occasional discussion with a mentor won’t do it. A few years ago, Google went on a quest to understand how the right teams lead to success. The place – finding a community where you can thrive. Everyone needs a place with the right people, connections, and environment to nourish your dreams.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 27, 2022

Meanwhile, Apple and Google came up with real innovation through touchscreen logic and a whole new user interface controlled by finger swipes, and even voice and image recognition. One way to do this is to nurture mentoring relationships with experts in other disciplines, as Bill Gates did with Warren Buffet.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 31, 2022

I see that model changing today to one of team collaboration and decision making, per companies such as Amazon, Google, and Zoom. You need to be a mentor and coach on a regular basis, rather than follow a formal appraisal process that everyone dreads. Where do you see your fit in this leadership transformation ?

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