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Startup Professionals Musings
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
It’s disconcerting for most to realize that these shares are initially worth nothing, and the challenge is to get that value up as quickly as possible, without losing it just as quickly to investors, lazy partners, and taxation. Retain the right to reclaim stock from anyone leaving the startup. Key founder vesting should have no cliff.
InfoChachkie
JUNE 30, 2016
In 1987, when Rick Astley filmed the video for his hit song Never Gonna Give You Up , he had no idea it would eventually become one of the most viewed videos of all time. Maxim #1 – It’s About the Promise, Stupid. Maxim #2 – What You Say It Means Doesn’t Mean Anything. Maxim #3 – Gap, Gap, Everywhere A Gap. Guy Gabriele.
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SoCal Tech Calendar
APRIL 6, 2012
Thursday, April 12, 2012 -- From Start-up to SuccessMaximizing Opportunities and Managing Risk Throughout Your Company's Lifecycle. With the economy rebounding, is your company prepared for the return of boom times and anticipated explosive post-recession growth?
Startup Professionals Musings
DECEMBER 7, 2022
A common pain of startups after an exhilarating first surge of early adopters is a long and frustrating plateau of slow growth, where it seems like nothing you do will get your business to profitability. This starts with multiple messages from the top that growth is now the highest job priority, and key to survival. Marty Zwilling.
Both Sides of the Table
JANUARY 2, 2014
Many startups these days are started by young, technical or product founders who are in the idealistic phase of their lives and careers. And it’s why many early-stage companies blow up. Look at many of the high profile companies you know and you can trace some press coverage of high-profile blow-ups in team members.
Startup Professionals Musings
MAY 18, 2015
It’s disconcerting for most to realize that these shares are initially worth nothing, and the challenge is to get that value up as quickly as possible, without losing it just as quickly to investors, lazy partners and taxation. Retain the right to reclaim stock from anyone leaving the startup. Key founder vesting should have no cliff.
Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 9, 2023
For example, if you are an entrepreneur seeking investment or a cofounder, there is no substitute for networking at industry and startup conferences in your area. People who show fear or trepidation find it hard to get the respect and trust they need to hold up their side of any relationship. I recommend treating all people as equals.
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