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5 Key Growth Initiatives In This Inflationary Economy

Startup Professionals Musings

Innovation is not all about break-through technologies and big financial investments. Look for functions that may be performing poorly in your business due to lack of skills or necessary tools. I recommend sampling one or more of these opportunities, without a major investment on your part. Make it a win on all fronts.

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Echo Labs Wins “Quick Pitch” Contest with Digital Hybrid Microscope

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By popular acclaim, San Diego-based Echo Laboratories founder Eugene Cho claimed top honors, and a $15,000 check, for his two-minute presentation last week in the 10th annual “Quick Pitch” competition, hosted by San Diego’s Tech Coast Angels. Crowd Gathers for San Diego Tech Coast Angels “Quick Pitch” Competition.

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6 Startup Lessons Learned By Passionate Entrepreneurs

Startup Professionals Musings

Here is a sampling of his takeaways I support, with my insights added, that I recommend for every business professional thinking about career alternatives and opportunities: There is no such thing as a “eureka moment.” I recommend a personal SWOT analysis first – find your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.

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What Great Bosses And Great Employees Have In Common

Startup Professionals Musings

Then review the performance versus the roadmap and deliverables on a weekly basis. " Every employee appreciates guidance on both – to do the right thing at the right point in time, towards attainment of the organization’s goals, as well as employee satisfaction and perceived productivity.

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