Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 6, 2016

In 2008 I started VC blogging. Some people draw satisfaction by pointing at you and saying, “See! They thought it was like MySpace and why did I need a MySpace page? In 2007 I started using Twitter and most of my friends & colleagues wondered why people would care what I ate for lunch. I had blogged when I was an entrepreneur.

Snapchat 150

Snapchat Product Startup AMA 150

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Yet as I mentor entrepreneurs around the country, crowdfunding still seems to be one of the least understood approaches to startup funding, with more myths than accredited angels and professional venture capital investors combined. The crowd gets the satisfaction of helping, with minimal risk, and no expectation of any high return.

Funding 141

Funding Startup Outsource Development Satisfaction 141

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 19, 2013

I know because I marked the occasion with a blog post on how to have a great VC meeting. The decisions were endless, the choices not obvious and the VC involved a pain in the ass. “CEOs need to derive satisfaction from the nuts and bolts of building a company, not just building product and articulating the vision.

Startup 303

Startup Technical Review Product Blogging 303

TechCrunch LA

JULY 15, 2021

The result has been very high levels of customer satisfaction and rapid growth.” . “And with the expedited permitting that Abodu has been granted in over two dozen cities, it has faster time-to-installation than other ADU market participants.

Los Angeles 322

Los Angeles Customer Custom Startup 322

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 20, 2020

Yet as I mentor entrepreneurs around the country, it still seems to be one of the least understood approaches to startup funding, with more myths than accredited angels and professional venture capital investors combined. The crowd gets the satisfaction of helping, with minimal risk, and no expectation of any high return.

Entrepreneur 129

Entrepreneur Outsource Development Satisfaction Equity 129

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 20, 2019

I believe the days of the “job work” mentality are thankfully waning, with more people looking to get satisfaction by making the world a better place, rather than just tolerating brain-numbing work to fund enjoyment elsewhere. They also suggest that a business valuation discipline has returned to the Valley. Marty Zwilling.

Startup 128

Startup Social Media Satisfaction Entrepreneur 128

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 26, 2022

Maintaining your team’s passion and freedom to focus first on innovating for customers are only a couple of the reasons for thinking hard before you seek money from crowdfunding, angel investors, venture capital organizations, or attempt to qualify for a public stock offering. Explaining actions to investors takes time you don’t have.

Funding 107

Funding Startup Satisfaction Venture Capital 107

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

The new hot topic for entrepreneurs the last couple of years is crowd funding, which is anticipated to at least supplement, if not replace, the slow and mysterious process of current Angel and venture capital investors. It has had some notable successes for entrepreneurs (over $1M in funding), as well as non-starters. Marty Zwilling.

Funding 99

Funding Satisfaction Sites Outsource Development 99

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 25, 2012

The new hot topic for entrepreneurs these days is crowd funding, which is anticipated to at least supplement, if not replace, the slow and mysterious process of current Angel and venture capital investors. Sometimes contributors may get compensated later, but usually the rewards are just kudos and intellectual satisfaction.

Funding 96

Funding Satisfaction Sites Outsource Development 96

socalTECH

MARCH 30, 2011

Jeb Spencer: The goal at TVC Capital is to do exactly this. We invest in and acquire software companies who are in somewhat niche markets, which often times the big venture capital firms have passed over, because the total available market for those companies is only $100 to $200 million.

Capital 168

Capital Hermosa Beach El Segundo Invest 168

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 19, 2015

I believe the days of the “job work” mentality are thankfully waning, with more people looking to get satisfaction by making the world a better place, rather than just tolerating brain-numbing work to fund enjoyment elsewhere. Step into a new entrepreneur era where the definition of “work” is something you love. It’s not too late to start.

Startup 108

Startup Social Media Entrepreneur Satisfaction 108

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 1, 2022

This momentum is what you need for enjoyment and satisfaction, as well as for others to see you as a business leader. Without a store of this psychological capital, your performance and leadership will wane, and your satisfaction will dwindle. Build your character and reputation with personal values.

Capital 114

Capital Coach Satisfaction Ideas 114

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 26, 2013

I believe the days of the “job work” mentality are thankfully waning, with more people looking to get satisfaction by making the world a better place, rather than just tolerating brain-numbing work to fund enjoyment elsewhere. Twitter was one of the most notable, with a market capitalization now up to $38 billion all by itself.

Startup 109

Startup Entrepreneur Social Media Satisfaction 109

InfoChachkie

AUGUST 22, 2016

My venture firm, Rincon Venture Partners recently teamed with Jason Lemkin, Founder of SaaStr , to host the first SaaStrX event. Sure You Track Satisfaction, But Whose Success Are You Monitoring? These teams gauge customer satisfaction by tracking net promoter scores, customer churn, renewal rates, etc.

Customer 100

Customer Custom Cornerstone OnDemand Metrics 100

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 3, 2015

The best part of being an entrepreneur is having the independence to make your own decisions, the flexibility for a better work/life balance, and personal satisfaction from driving change. You never have the time and resources for International expansion, acquisitions, venture capital investors, or going public.

Entrepreneur 111

Entrepreneur Search Engine Optimization Satisfaction Social Media 111

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 6, 2020

Crowdfunding is just the latest alternative for assistance to entrepreneurs who need help, supplementing the existing alternatives of loans, grants, angel investors, venture capital and many others. Business financial aid alternatives. Utilize business content curators and coaches.

Entrepreneur 137

Entrepreneur Tips Startup Education 137

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 9, 2011

The fifth one was a high-buzz, high-tech play with lots of big-name angels, and we eventually brought in a rock star CEO and a major VC followed us in with many millions. My first Internet venture in the early 1990s took about $20 million in venture capital to get to our product launch. It, too, went down the tubes.

Invest 88

Invest Angel Venture Capital Entrepreneur 88

TechCrunch LA

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Wrench’s technology-enabled mobile mechanic service saves customers time and money – resulting in high customer satisfaction and lifetime value,” said Stuart Nagae, Director of Venture Capital at Vulcan Capital. “Consumers are embracing on-demand services that make their lives better.

Demand 100

Demand Services Los Angeles Mobile 100

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Create and maintain the highest level of customer satisfaction. Customer satisfaction is very important for all companies, but it is everything for a services company. Another reality is that angel investors and venture capital groups almost never invest in a services-only company.

Product 91

Product Services Satisfaction Patents 91

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 31, 2012

Create and maintain the highest level of customer satisfaction. Customer satisfaction is very important for all companies, but it is everything for a services company. Another reality is that angel investors and venture capital groups almost never invest in a services-only company.

Satisfaction 91

Satisfaction Patents Outsource Development Services 91

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 5, 2011

Even more importantly, you should expect these members of your team to be your advocates to angel or VC investors, or even be part of your friends and family financing round. For this, you should expect participation in monthly strategy and review meetings, and unlimited access via phone or email for questions, mentoring, and advice.

Startup 95

Startup Technical Review Software Review High Tech 95

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 23, 2012

Even more importantly, you should expect these members of your team to be your advocates to angel or VC investors, or even be part of your friends and family financing round. For this, you should expect participation in monthly strategy and review meetings, and unlimited access via phone or email for questions, mentoring, and advice.

Startup 95

Startup Technical Review Software Review High Tech 95

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 12, 2015

Crowdfunding is just the latest alternative for assistance to entrepreneurs who need help, supplementing the existing alternatives of loans, grants, angel investors, venture capital and many others. Business financial aid alternatives. Utilize business content curators and coaches.

Entrepreneur 112

Entrepreneur Startup Education Tool 112

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

This momentum is what you need for enjoyment and satisfaction, as well as for others to see you as a business leader. Without a store of this psychological capital, your performance and leadership will wane, and your satisfaction will dwindle. Build your character and reputation with personal values.

Coach 70

Coach Satisfaction Ideas Entrepreneur 70

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 8, 2016

Maintaining your team’s passion and freedom to focus first on innovating for customers are only a couple of the reasons for thinking hard before you seek money from crowdfunding, angel investors, venture capital organizations, or attempt to qualify for a public stock offering. Explaining actions to investors takes time you don’t have.

Funding 57

Funding Startup Satisfaction Entrepreneur 57

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 21, 2018

I believe the days of the “job work” mentality are thankfully waning, with more people looking to get satisfaction by making the world a better place, rather than just tolerating brain-numbing work to fund enjoyment elsewhere. Looking ahead, Investopedia predicts that in 2018 the supply of VC money will continue to grow.

Entrepreneur 66

Entrepreneur Startup Social Media Satisfaction 66

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 11, 2017

This momentum is what you need for enjoyment and satisfaction, as well as for others to see you as a business leader. Without a store of this psychological capital, your performance and leadership will wane, and your satisfaction will dwindle. Build your character and reputation with personal values.

Coach 59

Coach Satisfaction Ideas Entrepreneur 59

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 4, 2016

The best part of being an entrepreneur is having the independence to make your own decisions, the flexibility for a better work/life balance, and personal satisfaction from driving change. You never have the time and resources for International expansion, acquisitions, venture capital investors, or going public.

Search Engine Optimization 55

Search Engine Optimization Satisfaction Entrepreneur Social Media 55

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 30, 2016

Angel and venture capital investors look for opportunities that are highly scalable, and have already demonstrated good traction. Businesses that focus on the local community have long been the source of satisfaction and financial livelihood of entrepreneurs. External investors tend to focus on products rather than services.

Advertising 63

Advertising Content Social Media Satisfaction 63

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 28, 2010

Even more importantly, you should expect these members of your team to be your advocates to angel or VC investors, or even be part of your friends and family financing round. For this, you should expect participation in monthly strategy and review meetings, and unlimited access via phone or email for questions, mentoring, and advice.

Invest 50

Invest Technical Review Software Review High Tech 50

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 15, 2016

Crowdfunding is just the latest alternative for assistance to entrepreneurs who need help, supplementing the existing alternatives of loans, grants, angel investors, venture capital and many others. Business financial aid alternatives. Utilize business content curators and coaches.

Entrepreneur 58

Entrepreneur Startup Education Tool 58

Xconomy

AUGUST 10, 2016

On the day after Intel announced its acquisition of San Diego machine learning startup Nervana Systems, investor Steve Jurvetson told me he was feeling a sense of satisfaction about a call he made three years ago, and how it has been playing out.

Artificial Inteligence 40

Artificial Inteligence San Diego Framework Venture Capital 40

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 21, 2018

Crowdfunding is just the latest alternative for assistance to entrepreneurs who need help, supplementing the existing alternatives of loans, grants, angel investors, venture capital and many others. Business financial aid alternatives. Utilize business content curators and coaches.

Startup 51

Startup Education Entrepreneur Tool 51

Tech Zulu Event

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

Creating a new product or startup is no longer limited to those who have access to government grants or venture capital funding, the tech industry has become democratized and VentureRadar wants to further facilitate new entrepreneurs by giving them exposure and contacts.

Artificial Inteligence 40

Artificial Inteligence Satisfaction Startup Venture Capital 40

Technology Council

SEPTEMBER 4, 2008

Check out the latest edition of the SCribe Newsletter. Catch up on the latest news, see our upcoming event schedule, or visit the Websites of the sponsors that make this all possible. VentureNet tickets will sell out soon - so don’t wait to secure your seats!

VentureNet 100

VentureNet Newsletter News Satisfaction 100

Tech Zulu Event

JUNE 3, 2015

Many women rose to the top of their careers only to discover how unsatisfying, soul-draining and unhealthy a lifestyle it was and completely changed careers to find satisfaction doing something completely different where they once again became successful, but in a more balanced manner. But I digress.

Conference 40

Conference Entertainment Startup Digital Hollywood 40

SoCal CTO

DECEMBER 1, 2010

I'm Tired of Creating Your Content - Babbling VC , November 12, 2010 Jeff triggered this post in regards to his Check-in Fatigue on Foursquare. Storm Clouds - A VC : Venture Capital and Technology , November 12, 2010 We have enjoyed an amazing run in the web startup and investing space over the past five or six years.

Technical Review 175

Technical Review Startup Product Technology 175