Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 4, 2011

Commitment & urgency are key drivers of success in startup businesses. This leads companies to stare at data but not be able to see “the forrest from the trees.&#. Only one guy in the room knew – their tech lead. Once you churn a user due to stability or performance problems it can be hard to get them back.

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socalTECH

OCTOBER 23, 2012

We sat down with TX Zhuo , who is heading up the firm's venture investments, about the fund and his path here after a recent stint at Eric Schmidt's Innovation Endeavors fund in Palo Alto. We are going to focus most of our investments in LA. We have four investments so far, two of which are public. What is Karlin Ventures?

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 15, 2016

It’s a very personal topic and I’d like to offer you a framework to decide for yourself, based on the following factors: How Long is it Taking to Raise Capital at Your Stage in the Market? Who are Your Existing Investors?

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Being a consultant is a role that works with big companies, but I have found that it doesn’t get much traction in small businesses and startups. I found out that they weren’t looking for consultants, and were even a bit leery of anyone who had spent time in the world of big business.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 30, 2015

Outside of dreams, there is no real business opportunity without risk. Serious entrepreneurs know that, but too many “wannabes” still fall for that elusive get-rich-quick scheme with no risk. My conclusion either way is that they have no market, or haven’t looked. Short-term failures lead to long-term successes.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 22, 2017

Outside of dreams, there is no real business opportunity without risk. Serious entrepreneurs know that, but too many “wannabes” still fall for that elusive get-rich-quick scheme with no risk. My conclusion either way is that they have no market, or haven’t looked. Short-term failures lead to long-term successes.

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Entrepreneur Marketing Customer Custom 68

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 13, 2013

I think you will find that most investors will relate to the following formula for keeping the right perspective and getting the profit versus growth balance right: Pick an idea that has the potential to make money. That means it solves a real problem for real customers who are ready and able to spend real money.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 15, 2017

I think you will find that most investors will relate to the following strategy for keeping the right perspective and getting the profit versus growth balance right: Pick an idea that has the potential to make money. That means it solves a real problem for real customers who are ready and able to spend real money.

Snapchat 55

Snapchat Startup Course Yahoo 55

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 17, 2014

There is no real business opportunity without risk. Serious entrepreneurs know that, but too many “wannabes” still fall for that elusive dream of a get-rich-quick scheme with no risk. My conclusion either way is that there is no market, or they haven’t looked. Short-term failures lead to long-term successes. Operational.

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 1, 2016

It feels like something you could turn your attention to once you have tens of millions of dollars and a large staff to run operations and you could step back from it all and think about how to lead. Those who know how to lead are those who have an easier time doing all the things that feel like such a struggle.

Startup 150

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 18, 2011

I think you will find that most investors will relate to the following formula for keeping the right perspective and getting the profit versus growth balance right: Pick an idea that has the potential to make money. That means it solves a real problem for real customers who are ready and able to spend real money.

Startup 97

Startup Course Yahoo Invest 97

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

In addition, every business has operating costs, like customer acquisition, fulfillment, inventory, and customer service. In the online world, you need a solid connection between your domain name and your product, brand, or business. Failure can stall business strategies, and bring digital momentum to a halt.

Social Media 93

Social Media Content Startup Web 93

socalTECH

MAY 27, 2009

We caught up with Peter earlier this week to get the background on Baroda, and to talk a little about the firm's investment goals. Peter Lee: Baroda Ventures is David Bohnett's--the founder of Geocities'--personal investment fund. It was him investing his own money. Are there any specific areas you'll be investing in?

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 21, 2010

I think you will find that most investors will relate to the following formula for keeping the right perspective and getting the profit versus growth balance right: Pick an idea that has the potential to make money. That means it solves a real problem for real customers who are ready and able to spend real money.

Startup 91

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 18, 2012

Here are a few examples: Setting up the business. Establishing the legal structure for your business, registering trademarks, filing copyrights and patents, and drafting partnership agreements used to require extensive attorney fees and ongoing consultation. Do basic Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Marketing (SEM) yourself.

Startup 102

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

Here are a few examples: Setting up the business. Establishing the legal structure for your business, registering trademarks, filing copyrights and patents, and drafting partnership agreements used to require extensive attorney fees and ongoing consultation. Do basic Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Marketing (SEM) yourself.

Entrepreneur 94

Entrepreneur Startup Search Engine Optimization SEM 94

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 13, 2010

Here are a few examples: Setting up the business. Establishing the legal structure for your business, registering trademarks, filing copyrights and patents, and drafting partnership agreements used to require extensive attorney fees and ongoing consultation. Do basic Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Marketing (SEM) yourself.

Startup 50

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SoCal CTO

DECEMBER 1, 2010

aka: An Open Letter to the Next Big Social Network) - 500 Hats , November 1, 2010 I've held off writing this post for a long time, because I couldn't quite get my head around all the issues. Ask a question and get an answer - that is, after all, what all Q&A sites offer. Who better to answer than the company's engineering lead.

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SoCal CTO

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

In all my years in business, I have yet to hear someone say: “I love corporate politics.” Before I get into the details for founders, let me talk about options-hungry employees. Do it because you love small teams. One of the big questions, probably the biggest questions that I get from reporters, is 'what trends do you see?

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Frank Addante

JANUARY 30, 2007

About Frank Addante > (from the Silicon Valley Business Journal) Twitter Updates follow me on Twitter Blog Archive ► 2010 (2) ► June (1) Part II: Optimized for Profitability ► February (1) Get Out of the Office! Consumers are certainly more resilient to bugs than businesses.) ► October (1) New Video! .

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Frank Addante

MAY 22, 2006

About Frank Addante > (from the Silicon Valley Business Journal) Twitter Updates follow me on Twitter Blog Archive ► 2010 (2) ► June (1) Part II: Optimized for Profitability ► February (1) Get Out of the Office! ► October (1) New Video! . ► October (1) New Video!

Startup 40

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Frank Addante

MAY 15, 2006

About Frank Addante > (from the Silicon Valley Business Journal) Twitter Updates follow me on Twitter Blog Archive ► 2010 (2) ► June (1) Part II: Optimized for Profitability ► February (1) Get Out of the Office! ► October (1) New Video! . ► October (1) New Video!

Advertising 40

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Frank Addante

JUNE 4, 2006

About Frank Addante > (from the Silicon Valley Business Journal) Twitter Updates follow me on Twitter Blog Archive ► 2010 (2) ► June (1) Part II: Optimized for Profitability ► February (1) Get Out of the Office! Go-to-Market 5. ► October (1) New Video! . ► October (1) New Video! Relaxing 2.

Startup 40

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SoCal CTO

JANUARY 5, 2011

Some really great stuff in 2010 that aims to help startups around product, technology, business models, etc. 500 Hats , February 1, 2010 When to Use Facebook Connect – Twitter Oauth – Google Friend Connect for Authentication? 500 Hats , February 1, 2010 When to Use Facebook Connect – Twitter Oauth – Google Friend Connect for Authentication?

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

I think you will find that most investors will relate to the following formula for keeping the right perspective and getting the profit versus growth balance right: Pick an idea that has the potential to make money. That means it solves a real problem for real customers who are ready and able to spend real money.

Startup 93

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