Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 13, 2021

In my role as mentor to many of you aspiring entrepreneurs, I often find you convinced that all you need to start is a unique innovation or idea , and now you are ready to jump in with both feet and enjoy the ride. Use networking, the Internet, and personal contacts to really understand the ‘how’ and ‘why’ behind related success stories.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

The idea of not using one’s real name is something I’ve had to come to understand better through other people providing context. All of this has become a lot more relevant lately given social networking. He has founded a new social networking site called AnyBeat to take on this issue. Think about it.

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SoCal CTO

MARCH 18, 2010

More Visible Networking? Vince: On the consulting side we are working with a unique social network, a new television network and some original video content businesses. Tony: I personally am torn by choices around Networking Events in Los Angeles – you can go to something almost every night. Example here: [link].

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 26, 2022

For example, instead of quick slide presentations, teams at Amazon write six-page memos to lay out ideas in narratives to be read in silence at the start of a meeting. It’s your challenge to learn how to use social networks and video facilities effectively. Provide regular feedback on execution and results.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 10, 2017

That doesn’t mean you have to be a social butterfly to succeed, or introverts need not apply. So I thought I would drop back to some essentials in building and nurturing business relationships (most of these apply to personal relationships as well): Build your network. Don’t skip all business social settings.

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Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 5, 2010

I recently spoke at Caltech at the Caltech / MIT Enterprise Forum on “the future of social networking,&# the 30-minute video is here and the PowerPoint presentation is here on DocStoc ). What are the big trends that will drive the next phase of social networks? And so it goes with social networking.

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Tech.Co

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

Each day Doppels will let you know whose birthday it is within your social network or local area and offer you a wish, gift or text option. Writing a wish list for birthday presents at 10 years-old is expected. Doppels also gives others the opportunity to send you a note or gift tailored to your interests. How great is that?!

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 30, 2015

That doesn’t mean you have to be a social butterfly to succeed, or introverts need not apply. So I thought I would drop back to some essentials in building and nurturing business relationships (most of these apply to personal relationships as well): Build your network. Don’t skip all business social settings.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 29, 2013

That doesn’t mean you have to be a social butterfly to succeed, or introverts need not apply. So I thought I would drop back to some essentials in building and nurturing business relationships (most of these apply to personal relationships as well): Build your network. Don’t skip all business social settings. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Office politics involves the complex network of power and status that exists within every business, large and small. Writing in business is not the same as in an academic environment. Writing in business is not the same as in an academic environment. Atrocious resumes and social network antics will kill your career.

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SoCal CTO

MARCH 12, 2012

I promised I would write this post with some thoughts and ideas on the topic. Here are some ideas: In your company or other companies. Tech Events / Meetups - In Los Angeles, There are lots of Networking Events in Los Angeles and Southern California that are techie oriented. Ask around for ideas on where they hang out.

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Tech Zulu Event

DECEMBER 18, 2012

ExplorerB2B is a free to join exclusive network of experts who share information that matters to you and make sure you expand your professional network, interact with a relevant audience and present your expertise. The result was a social platform especially built to serve the needs of Business-to-Business interaction and networking.

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 21, 2010

In writing anything positive about any of the companies I’m not suggesting that it means that I prefer them to any of their competitors. Also, some of the deals I write about I have actually seen as part of their fund raising process. Increasing this is also migrating to social network messaging but email is still king.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 21, 2013

If offered at your college, don’t forget the practical business skills like “Critical Thinking”, “Business Writing” and even “Dress for Success.” Pick an idea, any idea. There is nothing like writing and pitching a business plan that makes you realize what you don’t know. Business networking is key. Just do it.

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socalTECH

APRIL 14, 2011

First of all, what's the idea behind StockTwits, for people who haven't used the service? Howard Lindzon: StockTwits is a verticalized community for people to share stock ideas and market ideas, 24/7. We've just added a layer on top of all the social networks particular to finance. It's fun, I guess.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 8, 2012

That doesn’t mean you have to be a social butterfly to succeed, or introverts need not apply. So I thought I would drop back to some essentials in building and nurturing business relationships (most of these apply to personal relationships as well): Build your network. Don’t skip all business social settings.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 6, 2011

If offered at your college, don’t forget the practical business skills like “Critical Thinking”, “Business Writing” and even “Dress for Success.” Pick an idea, any idea. There is nothing like writing and pitching a business plan that makes you realize what you don’t know. Business networking is key. Just do it.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

For those who still don’t know the origins, the Harlem Shake started as a small skit from a YouTuber named Filthy Frank (10 million views as of this writing) on January 30, 2013. At 12.30pm in the afternoon the idea to create the video was hatched. easy sharing (through social networks or platforms like YouTube).

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 12, 2013

Office politics involves the complex network of power and status that exists within every business, large and small. Business Writing for Email. Writing in business is not the same as in an academic environment. Writing in business is not the same as in an academic environment. Touch-Typing for Dummies.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 7, 2011

That doesn’t mean you have to be a social butterfly to succeed, or introverts need not apply. So I thought I would drop back to some essentials in building and nurturing business relationships (most of these apply to personal relationships as well): Build your network. Don’t skip all business social settings.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012

Office politics involves the complex network of power and status that exists within every business, large and small. Business Writing for Email. Writing in business is not the same as in an academic environment. Writing in business is not the same as in an academic environment. Touch-Typing for Dummies.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Office politics involves the complex network of power and status that exists within every business, large and small. Writing in business is not the same as in an academic environment. Writing in business is not the same as in an academic environment. Atrocious resumes and social network antics will kill your career.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 12, 2010

If offered at your college, don’t forget the practical business skills like “Critical Thinking”, “Business Writing” and even “Dress for Success.” Pick an idea, any idea. There is nothing like writing and pitching a business plan that makes you realize what you don’t know. Business networking is key. Just do it.

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Tech Zulu Event

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

MIIGLE is a LA-based social network for entrepreneurs and innovators that recently launched its Beta version. The platform enhances the process of turning ideas into entrepreneurial ventures and growing startups through social collaboration. So Luc , you call yourself a ‘Netrepreneur’ and social entrepreneur.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 7, 2011

Office politics involves the complex network of power and status that exists within every business, large and small. Business Writing Skills. Writing in business is not the same as in an academic environment. In school, you're taught to stretch weak ideas to reach your page limit. Job Hunting Basics.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 24, 2017

Office politics involves the complex network of power and status that exists within every business, large and small. Writing in business is not the same as in an academic environment. Writing in business is not the same as in an academic environment. Atrocious resumes and social network antics will kill your career.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 20, 2013

Yet most startups I know experience the same shock of disappointment when they first open up their website to offer their “million dollar idea” product, and nobody comes. Publish a regular blog, contribute to relevant social networks, and write a “white paper” on your technology. Put yourself on the site.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 6, 2012

You may have great credentials as a public servant in your home town, but that won’t get you money to build a social network on the Internet, or start a software company. Network of followers and business associates. The strength of your idea alone won’t suffice to bridge the funding gap. Marty Zwilling.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 15, 2014

” I have been weighing in slowly on the topic over the past few weeks on Twitter but have avoided writing a blog post about it until now. I am confident enough with criticism that I’m willing to post that picture on my blog where it will get way more amplified than it would have on the narrow network of Secret friends-of-friends.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 22, 2012

Yet most startups I know experience the same shock of disappointment when they first open up their website to offer their “million dollar idea” product, and nobody comes. Publish a regular blog, contribute to relevant social networks, and write a “white paper” on your technology. Put yourself on the site.

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Tech Zulu Event

OCTOBER 11, 2012

The multi-tiered platform allows for money to be transferred between Facebook friends, the ability to click and purchase any item that you see on Facebook and through the published API’s, developers can integrate and write their own applications on top of the ZunguZ platform. What inspired you to come up with the idea? Why the name?

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 2, 2010

That doesn’t mean you have to be a social butterfly to succeed, or introverts need not apply. So I thought I would drop back to some essentials in building and nurturing business relationships (most of these apply to personal relationships as well): Build your network. Don’t skip all business social settings.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 22, 2011

I focused on relationships, connections, human bond, idea generation, testing products and also I generally tried to be available for others. Yet the art of shifting your mindset is often taking a complex idea and generalizing it. He gave me such a great idea. I like that idea. I stayed out late. Strike that.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 17, 2017

You can also establish authority by writing and public speaking. Facebook initially capitalized on exclusivity by allowing only Harvard students to join their social network. With pull marketing, the idea is that your influence and presence draws customers to your solutions. Show your ability to build customer consensus.

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Eric Greenspan

MAY 29, 2010

More importantly, while you may sit in the hospital waiting room or the airport and have really no idea when your loved one will be out of harm’s way or your plane will truly arrive, at MIW we call you, often more than once, immediately and the conversation usually goes like, “…our technician is on the 405, traveling 11.5

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 14, 2009

Good idea & plan: You must start with a good idea and a PowerPoint deck (my outline is here , scroll down mid way). The key to getting money is that the people writing the check trust you. If you’re really an entrepreneur you’ll find a way to network with the right people. I get that.

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Tech Zulu Event

MARCH 26, 2012

“The idea was to build something that ‘shows’ and ‘enchants,’” which is, in fact, what the Japanese word Miselu translates as. “Since music is the one thing that everyone loves, the company started to focus on ideas in that field with the goal to entirely change the way music is experienced. .

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