Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 9, 2021

Don’t forget business writing and communication. Most universities have formal incubator and business development organizations that focus on coaching, grant writing and technology licensing. Writing a business plan is the only way to determine if you even understand what your dream is all about.

Entrepreneur 149

Entrepreneur Tips Writing Coach 149

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 19, 2010

I’m writing this post as part of my series with Advice on Raising Venture Capital but will file it under Sales Tips as well since it applies equally to both scenarios. Here are some tips to keep in mind for the big day. tip: write it down when asked / parked). Let me write that down.&#. -

Venture Capital 318

Venture Capital Startup Sales Writing 318

Tech.Co

MARCH 9, 2020

If you want to have any chance of securely implementing a remote work policy at your business, a Virtual Private Network (VPN) is as close to a necessity as you can get. Scare stories abound of false WiFi networks that are set up near coffee shops, aimed at stealing your personal information. Use a Business VPN.

Tips 146

Tips Software Review Study Email 146

Both Sides of the Table

JULY 23, 2013

I have published many of these PR Tips before. This started as a post in which I was going to write out tips to personal branding and became in stead an essay of my own branding journey. I was 23 and had been programming computers, designing computer networks and selling software for 10 years. This was pre Internet.

Technical Advisors 385

Technical Advisors Marketing Startup Venture Capital 385

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 13, 2011

With all these companies vying for attention & others just here to soak up the vibe I thought I’d write a much broader piece on how startups can make the most of their attendance at conferences & events. Write them in advance and request meetings. That way you’re all extending your networks and splitting the costs.

Conference 289

Conference Startup Technical Review Writing 289

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 29, 2013

It does mean that you need to look, listen, and participate in the business world around you, and network through all available channels, like business-oriented social networks online (LinkedIn), local business organizations (Chamber of Commerce), and events or conferences in your domain. Don’t skip all business social settings.

Entrepreneur 108

Entrepreneur Tips Startup Social Network 108

SoCal CTO

NOVEMBER 1, 2010

Here are a few perspectives on it: Building a sweat equity team You simply need to network. So before you ask someone to even spend an hour of their time writing code or reviewing specs make sure you can pay them in some form (coffee, dinner, laptop, etc.), It can be done, but it’s hard. Go to user groups. Refine your elevator pitch.

CTO Hire 241

CTO Hire CTO Coach Equity Develop 241

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 5, 2010

Publish a daily blog, contribute to relevant social networks, and write a “white paper” on your technology. Use the tips outlined above during the first three months to get in the game, and count on much more time and money if you intend to stand out. They will exit quickly. Show evidence of your expertise.

Tips 92

Tips Search Engine Optimization Startup Advertising 92

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 7, 2011

It does mean that you need to look, listen, and participate in the business world around you, and network through all available channels, like business-oriented social networks online (LinkedIn), local business organizations (Chamber of Commerce), and events or conferences in your domain. Don’t skip all business social settings.

Entrepreneur 96

Entrepreneur Tips Startup Social Network 96

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

Social media includes blogs, social networks, and video-sharing sites. Even the most experienced executives write down what they need to say, and practice for every event. People judge you and your company in the first few seconds. Handling different media formats. All the lessons from traditional media apply, and more.

Media 118

Media Tips Social Media Startup 118

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 15, 2016

Don’t forget business writing and communication. Most universities have formal incubator and business development organizations that focus on coaching, grant writing and technology licensing. Writing a business plan is the only way to determine if you even understand what your dream is all about.

Entrepreneur 98

Entrepreneur Tips Writing Coach 98

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 8, 2012

It does mean that you need to look, listen, and participate in the business world around you, and network through all available channels, like business-oriented social networks online (LinkedIn), local business organizations (Chamber of Commerce), and events or conferences in your domain. Don’t skip all business social settings.

Startup 97

Startup Tips Social Network Mentor 97

socalTECH

OCTOBER 4, 2012

We teach people how to make web series and video for the web, and specifically for sites like YouTube, and independent networks like Flip and Dailymotion. An example is Melissa Rundle, who was been writing for the industry doing FunnyOrDie type comedies. We'll also be offering the top ten tips from those teachers.

Web 187

Web Content Startup Education 187

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 20, 2012

Tracy studied SEOMoz and several other online sources of SEO tips. Tracy is knowledgeable enough to talk tech and swap design & product stories with other founders, but she realized early that networking amongst this group and reading and writing in their journals would not bring her more customers.

Startup 363

Startup Entrepreneur SEO Venture Capital 363

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 22, 2010

Here are some tips which will signal traction to investors, as well as your team: Document your business plan. Forcing yourself to write down a plan is actually the only way to make sure you actually have a plan. It’s hard to build a business without a plan, just like it’s hard to build a house without a blueprint.

Tips 88

Tips Startup CTO Hire Press 88

SoCal CTO

OCTOBER 5, 2010

Why Every Entrepreneur Should Write and 9 Tips To Get Started - OnStartups , September 27, 2010 "The best part of blogging is the people you will meet"- Hugh MacLeod repeating wisdom from Loic Lemeur to me at the Big Pink at 2 am in South Beach after the Future of Web Apps 2008. Why You Should Write. Kanye West.

Startup 191

Startup Product Technology Venture Capital 191

socalTECH

JANUARY 6, 2009

James Tamplin, the site's co-founder, said that the new feature has been used by its beta users to write a collaborative novel, share cooking tips, discuss political events, and to transport a statue to Easter island. Tags: social sendmehome networking. READ MORE>>.

Santa Barbara 100

Santa Barbara Tips Writing Sites 100

InfoChachkie

AUGUST 10, 2015

In The Tipping Point , Malcolm Gladwell emphasizes the importance of the messenger. Professor Berger’s publisher, Simon and Schuster, positioned Contagious as the scientific counter to the pop-culture Tipping Point. To make his point that the message matters more than messenger, Professor Berger writes, “…think about a forest fire.

Tips 100

Tips Ideas Class Writing 100

Both Sides of the Table

JULY 29, 2010

I also gave some tips on how to politely but successful stall the VC pressure to sign your term sheet quickly. There’s some stuff here that I even prefer not to put into writing. In the era of social networking if you can’t figure out how to get intro’d to me you probably aren’t cut out to be an entrepreneur.

Venture Capital 282

Venture Capital Capital Startup Pricing 282

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 9, 2017

For some customers and many investors, a heavy focus on social networks and viral marketing may be a negative, rather than a positive. Communication and writing skills are required. If you are selling to consumers, especially younger ones, your business won’t survive without an effective social media presence.

Social Media 66

Social Media Media Tips Platform 66

Tech.Co

MAY 26, 2020

Jeff Bezos didn't get to be the world's richest man by writing a lot of checks, and one recent way to keep Amazon's profits healthy has been to cut its affiliate commissions scheme. Suddenly, every other affiliate program and network out there is looking more attractive. eBay Partner Network. Best for: Bloggers, news publishers.

Buzzfeed 128

Buzzfeed Technical Review News Networking 128

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

As a mentor to young aspiring entrepreneurs , I often get asked for tips on a strategy to get started. Don’t be shy about networking for advisors with business experience for coaching and mentoring. Write a business plan for your desired new business. The ability to pivot quickly is a key to success.

Startup 114

Startup Tips Coach Satisfaction 114

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 20, 2013

Publish a regular blog, contribute to relevant social networks, and write a “white paper” on your technology. Use the tips outlined above during the first three months to get in the game, and count on much more time and money if you intend to stand out. They will exit quickly. Show evidence of your expertise.

Search Engine Optimization 105

Search Engine Optimization Startup Advertising SEO 105

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 14, 2014

Don’t expect that you can create a new social networking site in your garage, and steal all the users away from Facebook. Budding entrepreneurs and home-based businesses should be writing business plans before they start, so they understand and can manage the tasks ahead, but no outside investor need ever see the plan.

Startup 100

Startup Commerce Sites Blogging 100

Both Sides of the Table

JULY 19, 2011

On balance I usually prefer to recruit people from my network both in terms of saving costs as well as hiring people I know & trust. One tip – depending on seniority – you can sometimes hire independent reference check firms. Recruiters : I have always had close relationships with executive recruitment firms.

Venture Capital 319

Venture Capital Pricing Startup Outsource 319

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 22, 2012

Publish a regular blog, contribute to relevant social networks, and write a “white paper” on your technology. Use the tips outlined above during the first three months to get in the game, and count on much more time and money if you intend to stand out. They will exit quickly. Show evidence of your expertise.

Search Engine Optimization 96

Search Engine Optimization Entrepreneur Sites Advertising 96

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

Here are some tips which will signal traction and fundability to investors, as well as to your team: Document your business plan. Forcing yourself to write down a plan is actually the only way to make sure you actually have a plan. It’s hard to build a business without a plan, just like it’s hard to build a house without a blueprint.

Funding 112

Funding Entrepreneur Startup CTO Hire 112

Tech Zulu Event

MAY 16, 2013

It is meant to bring everyone together so that they can learn, network and leave with the sense that they now belong to a family of entrepreneurs, all trying to make LA a startup hub. During his presentation, Sam Teller gave people tips on how to connect with high profile people, who are inundated with emails.

Rustic Canyon 74

Rustic Canyon Startup Los Angeles Class 74

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 31, 2012

Here are some tips which will signal traction and fundability to investors, as well as to your team: Document your business plan. Forcing yourself to write down a plan is actually the only way to make sure you actually have a plan. It’s hard to build a business without a plan, just like it’s hard to build a house without a blueprint.

Startup 104

Startup CTO Hire Press Customer 104

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 17, 2011

Here are some tips which will signal traction and fundability to investors, as well as to your team: Document your business plan. Forcing yourself to write down a plan is actually the only way to make sure you actually have a plan. It’s hard to build a business without a plan, just like it’s hard to build a house without a blueprint.

Startup 101

Startup CTO Hire Press Customer 101

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 15, 2010

Here are some tips I’ve gleaned from experience: Make your blog your website. An informal writing style is generally recommended. Promote your blog by including your blog link in your e-mail signature, on your website, in social networking profiles, and by providing signed comments to other blogs on a daily basis.

Blogging 48

Blogging Search Engine Optimization Startup Writing 48

Xconomy

AUGUST 30, 2016

My advice: write down your passwords in a journal and keep it in a secure location at home, such as a safe. As tempting as it is to check your bank account from your phone on vacation, save it for when you’re at home on your personal network. Banks also have automated phone systems for simple account balance questions.).

Journal 64

Journal Social Media Tips Writing 64

InfoChachkie

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

I taught a somewhat crazy course about writing and deploying a scalable website in Ruby on Rails and deploying it in EC2. 2) RightScale crossed the chasm pretty quickly from early adopters (Animoto and Zynga) to mainstream customers (The Associated Press and A&E Television Networks). To a large degree we rode Amazon’s coattails.

Cloud Computing 188

Cloud Computing Santa Barbara EC2 Startup 188

socalTECH

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Everything we are doing is powered by that network of bloggers. It''s made it a lot more efficient for them to get the information, and focus instead on things that are unique to them, such as their personality, their tips and tricks, their writing, doing PR. We''ve made them more efficient, and given them more data.

Mobile 140

Mobile Sales Startup Sites 140

Tech Zulu Event

NOVEMBER 18, 2011

On the card I usually write the date, where I met the person, how I met them and what value I can bring to the table. Find events, conferences, mixers, networking groups, meet up groups who would find value in hearing your insights. Follow suggestions in Tip One in order to build rapport. Reach out to your network on Facebook.

Customer 85

Customer Custom Marketing SEO 85

Tech Zulu Event

MAY 20, 2010

Giving examples and showing you some advantages you get from joining specialized social networking sites is what QuitFacebookDay.com is all about. Currently there are about 11K+ committed Facebook Quitters and counting from the time I started writing this post. Helpful Quit Facebook Day Tips from @Jason : 1.

Sites 40

Sites Social Network Tips Writing 40

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 22, 2010

. - Journalists don’t know enough about your company before the show, don’t have time for proper research, and you will be competing for their time afterward with 49+ other companies that want them to write about you. - If any journalists read this please feel free to add extra tips or disagree with anything I’ve said.

Tips 307

Tips Startup Press Blogging 307