Metrics Research Writing 
socalTECH
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
The other thing that struck me, is because it is only men, they tend to write with lots of testosterone. Their writing style, even for a mainstream publication, is they write with lots of testosterone. They write about the transmission, the brakes, and the suspension, and that creeps into all of their evaluations of cars.
Both Sides of the Table
JUNE 5, 2011
2: As expected at least one person accused me of writing this post because I want to see lower valuations. As an early stage investor you’re often planning around 10x your investment at the time your write your first check so in this case you’d be going into your investment expecting an exit of $800 – $1.2
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Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 2, 2013
Communication and writing skills are required. In additional to strong journalistic writing and storytelling, you need business acumen, strategic thinking and planning, and the ability to do the right research. Return-On-Investment metrics are not new, but the tools are different. Find the right tools to analyze the ROI.
Berkonomics
JANUARY 16, 2014
Research and talk to existing and past customers. Clarify operation responsibilities and metrics used to measure performance. All agreements should be in writing and signed by all parties involved. Review long term company debt, goals, objectives and financial projections. Review tax returns – up to 3 years if available.
Startup Professionals Musings
JANUARY 15, 2022
Communication and writing skills are required. In additional to strong journalistic writing and storytelling, you need business acumen, strategic thinking and planning, and the ability to do the right research. Return-On-Investment metrics are not new, but the tools are different. Find the right tools to analyze the ROI.
TechEmpower
FEBRUARY 13, 2013
Focusing on the metrics that ultimately drive the business, often the bottom line, has provided a reality check, a counter-weight to the desire to consume all new technologies. You're in the thick of it and about to write a small chunk of server-side code. but getting work done requires shutting down the news feed and writing code.
Both Sides of the Table
OCTOBER 25, 2009
I write this post as a warning to pick your VC’s carefully. They’re easily impressed when you’re selected for TechCrunch50 but not easily engaged in a detailed discussion about your conversion metrics. Beware of VC Seagulls, who shit on you and then fly away (or worse yet leave you with Red Herrings).
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