Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 13, 2019

When you are starting a new business, every resource is precious, including time, funding, and people. Some chaos is normal in every new business, but many wait far too long before they install metrics based on “best practices,” and fail to attack obvious bottlenecks with a vengeance. Outsourcing services that could be done in-house.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 2, 2020

Finally, implementation requires a commitment of real money and other resources that can’t be written off so easily as an idea ahead of it’s time. Don’t assume you can outsource the implementation decisions. Create a written plan, with target milestones and metrics. Expand your own learning and knowledge by helping others.

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Xconomy

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

— Security teams need immediate help: The average organization needs to process more than 200,000 pieces of security event data per day. Build an organization-specific baseline by understanding the threat landscape and available resources. Explore Outside Help. Which tasks should be automated? Bridging the Skills Gap.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

In addition, I look for do-it-yourself confidence that minimizes any dependence on outside help. Gather resources and skills for the journey ahead. Lack of focus only confuses customers and dilutes your scarce time and resources. Define and use metrics to measure your progress. Document and commit to specific goals.

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SoCal CTO

JANUARY 26, 2010

Rather they should get a part-time Acting CTO who can help close the gap. Bottom line – if as you recognize this gap, then reach out to get a slice of a CTO who can help bridge the gap. What do we build in-house or outsource? I disagree with that and certainly see lots of shapes and sizes of these kinds of engagements.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 4, 2014

Even if you are doing the work yourself, you need to document requirements, features, metrics, and milestones. If you are contracting or outsourcing, this is even more important. Manage human resources. At this stage, you should start recruiting, hiring, paying, and training others to help you run your business.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 31, 2013

Even if you are doing the work yourself, you need to document requirements, features, metrics, and milestones. If you are contracting or outsourcing, this is even more important. Manage human resources. At this stage, you should start recruiting, hiring, paying, and training others to help you run your business.

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