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Don’t Cede Control: Why You Need to Cut out Middle Men in Negotiations

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And a key point is that when it comes down to “negotiations&# you need to turn up your personal heat and dial back the middle man. I said, “If I start with your position I have nowhere to go but down. They know what is “market&# for your recruits in terms of base, bonus & stock options. Um, excuse me.

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Ten Startup Tips From Steve Jobs

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He did more for Apple’s shareholders, customers and employees than any other CEO has ever done for their shareholders, customers and employees. I shall refer to the photographer as “Mac” for the remainder of this article. Steve’s Startup Tips. He is a great example of…building an enchanting company.”.

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Roping in the Legal Eagles

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Yet, despite his exceptional courtroom theatrics, you would be foolhardy to hire good old Johnnie to review your software cross-licensing agreement. A startup-oriented lawyer may not be able to convince a jury of a guilty man’s innocence, but they can guide your adVenture through the menacing legal shoals it will no doubt face.