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Lean on Your Networks When Making Early Hires

Tech.Co

It may be the case that the engineer friend of yours at SpaceX won’t be able to join simply because she’s supporting her parents back home. These people might be reporters, authors, VCs, philanthropists or board members of Fortune 500 companies. Too much pressure may put pressure on your friendship. Tap Into Your Employees’ Networks.

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Why Has LA Suddenly Gotten So Much Attention from VCs and Entrepreneurs?

Both Sides of the Table

And while none has yet had the lasting power of the much bigger NorCal successes I imagine his next moves will continue to be closely watched by those in the know and the countless younger LA entrepreneurs who count Rosenblatt as a mentor may leave an even more lasting impact.