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Both Sides of the Table
SEPTEMBER 8, 2009
This is part of my ongoing series called “ Start-up Lessons.&#. I came across this blog post about getting a computer science degree as the best degree for getting into venture capital or working at a VC-backed start up. I paid up for the diploma but can’t say that I saw better results.
Startup Professionals Musings
FEBRUARY 8, 2023
Most business professionals I know have been conditioned to think of inflation as highly negative, driving up their costs, and reducing customer buying. I see it as an opportunity to find new ways to attract customers , make long-needed changes to improve productivity, and lower your own costs of doing business.
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Startup Professionals Musings
JULY 27, 2020
Many entrepreneurs are convinced that banks are not worth the effort for startups, especially early-stage ones that still don’t have a revenue stream, or collateral to back up their financing needs. The short answer is that some banks will help, if you do your homework. Be concise as well as complete. An impressive team.
socalTECH
AUGUST 7, 2014
Los Angeles has been in the midst of a technology boom over the last few years, with many of high profile startups growing in the area. We spoke with Bryce Maddock , founder of TaskUs, about the company and how it has been providing the manpower behind a lot of LA''s technology startups. So, what is TaskUs?
Both Sides of the Table
MARCH 19, 2013
The era of VCs investing in successful consumer Internet startups such as eBay led to a belief system that seemed to permeate many enterprise software startups that hiring sales or implementation people was a bad thing. I believe it’s flawed. How do you get referenceable customers? Let me explain why: 1.
Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 27, 2020
If you want to make a great first impression on a startup investor or an advisor like me, don’t try to convince me or show me how busy you are. Based on my experience, survival and success are both about doing the right things , and not about doing everything. As an entrepreneur starting a new business, you have a lot to learn.
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 11, 2023
In reality, based on my experience as a startup advisor and investor, these constraints lead the best entrepreneurs to the most innovative solutions and new markets otherwise overlooked by their peers and competitors. I believe it all starts with you as a leadership role model, and the mindset and expectations you broadcast to your team.
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