Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 15, 2020

Before diving into entrepreneurship, wouldn’t it be ideal to tap into the knowledge of experienced, thriving business owners for advice on failure-proofing a new business? Entrepreneurs are often prideful, which can hinder us from seeking the advice needed to succeed,” Finkelstein says. “I marketplace. Embrace vulnerability. “I

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 6, 2020

Rustand says he’s had calls from more than 300 business leaders at small and medium-sized companies looking for advice. The post Advice from Warren Rustand: Put Your Head Down and Walk Into the Storm appeared first on Octane Blog – The official blog of the Entrepreneurs' Organization.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 22, 2020

When Pete approached me for advice, I recommended the “Failure-Proofing” strategy, which is a pragmatic and easy-to-use technique to defend against planning and project disasters. 3 Key Steps to Preventing Disasters in Implementing Decisions.

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Gust

JUNE 19, 2012

Here’s Why on his Both Sides of the Table blog for a good read and a good lesson. But before we get to the lesson, I just plain like this intro into his negotiation strategy: Like a machismo first-time CEO I thought I should handle the negotiation myself. It seems like good advice to me. Subscribe to the Gust Blog.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

I was reading Chris Dixon’s blog tonight. I came across this blog post about getting a computer science degree as the best degree for getting into venture capital or working at a VC-backed start up. The same is true for strategy consulting and often it is helpful for senior levels within large corporations.

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The focus on digital marketing came naturally as the landscape shifted online, and I saw how data-driven strategies could give startups a competitive edge, especially in industries like wellness, which require a deep understanding of consumer needs and trust-building. Another important aspect is data-driven decision-making.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

We don’t lay claim to being the only VC to change or think about the future or to having the only or best strategy. Be open & transparent (mimicking the greater social order changes that have come with blogs & social media). When he starts his blog I’ll let you know. But I miss blogging.

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Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 27, 2013

At any moment in time one of Upfront’s associates are likely to be working on: a pricing strategy, a market-expansion strategy, an M&A review, or helping build a company’s first board deck template. Startup Advice' But you may ask: “What else have you done other than change your name?

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 27, 2013

By spending more time educating your board on your business you get more valuable advice from them. So what are Rob’s secret hacks that he didn’t spill in his blog post? . Key point – if your emails are as long as my blog posts you’re forked. .” His argument is as follows. Rob does it. On steroids.

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This is going to be BIG.

MAY 29, 2012

With a little patience, forethought, and strategy, you can avoid angel burnout. A mutual fund manager won't give you their portfolio strategy but most seed funds love having a network of angels to syndicate deals with. Otherwise, all of your advice sounds like your best advice, until you tell someone else. 5) Focus.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

As female entrepreneurs, we are independent-minded and innovative, and this advice is critical for securing our future and the future of our families. She provided me with so much advice on business strategy, business channels and HR. and more articles from the EO blog.

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Hunter Walk

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Most strategies are some combination of innovation and best practices along the classic five steps of venture investing: See, Pick, Win, Service, Exit. What are, in my mind, some examples of needle magnet strategies that exist today? Pick the magnet strategies which are consistent with your brand, stage, resources, and temperament.

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 11, 2014

It’s slightly easier than telling every first-time entrepreneur to make sure to have a banner on the wall that reads, “remember to do your SEO, SEM, content marketing, social media, referral marketing strategies on a daily basis and with quantitative rigor.” Startup Advice' But I still believe Sean Ellis was right.

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Both Sides of the Table

JULY 25, 2010

I recently read a book I’d highly recommend to every reader of this blog called “ Yes, 50 Scientifically Proven Ways to be Persuasive &# by Robert B. Rincon is part of the new breed of Seed Stage VCs and with the leadership of Jim Andelman has charted out the most authentic early-stage investment strategy in Southern California.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 19, 2024

It was a brute-force strategy, devoid of any fairy-tale twists, but it was effective. To fellow entrepreneurs at any stage of their journey, my advice is clear: If you are committed to bootstrapping your business, be prepared for the long haul. and more articles from the EO blog.

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Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 17, 2009

The best entrepreneurs seek advice from everybody they need, learn lessons and make minor adjustments on a monthly basis. Seemic (now a Twitter client) was originally a video blogging platform. Tags: Entrepreneur Advice Start-up Advice Startup Advice. You’re forced to “pivot&# on a regular basis.

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 20, 2010

Because more technology people probably read startup blogs I’m guessing this post will come under more scrutiny. new features need to be rolled into PR strategies and competitor analyses. - Tags: Start-up Advice. Often I’m asked by startup CEO’s about how to best build an engineering team.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 25, 2010

This is an updated post from my ongoing series on Startup Advice that I learned from founding two companies. . It’s one of my favorite blog posts. I had planned to blog about it at the time but I waited 2 days and the whole world blogged about it so I didn’t pile on. I HATE LOSING. I hate it.

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 26, 2010

I wrote a blog post about being hands on where I argued that startup founders need to be hands-on or in my words, “you can’t run a burger chain if you’ve never flipped burgers.&#. He told me that the CEO set the strategy but that he, the President, traveled to all of the conferences evangelizing on behalf of the company.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 23, 2010

This is part of my ongoing series on startup advice but also filed under my sales & marketing posts. No advice I give will ever apply to 100% of companies, 100% of startups or even 100% of tech startups. By all means light up my comments sections with any cases you believe where this advice doesn’t apply.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 28, 2021

There’s no need for long-term strategy or a plan for growth because there’s no risk if your venture fails to attract clients. You can join business groups and share advice with other solopreneurs. Strategy involves long-term planning. Making the mindset shift appeared first on THE BLOG. Running a business. How about you?

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 25, 2010

This is an updated post from my ongoing series on Startup Advice that I learned from founding two companies. . It’s one of my favorite blog posts. I had planned to blog about it at the time but I waited 2 days and the whole world blogged about it so I didn’t pile on. Tags: Startup Advice.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Read his earlier posts on what EO members wish non-entrepreneurs knew about entrepreneurs, how EO members define success , the impact of core values , lessons learned from their best and worst partnerships and the best advice they’ve ever received. and more articles from the EO blog.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 25, 2009

This is part of my ongoing series Startup Advice. Keeping a blog has been great because so many entrepreneurs have written me with questions about their companies and I’ve gotten to know many of you personally through the process. Tags: Start-up Advice. I write this post as a warning to pick your VC’s carefully.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 20, 2012

So Tracy began keeping a blog about … (what else?) She became an authority on the topic and her blog helped her to both elevate her status in her industry as well as to bring great link juice to her website and improve her SEO. If you haven’t read my blog posts on why Tracy chose the right strategy it’s worth a read.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 26, 2024

The exchange of ideas and experiences with other SaaS founders has broadened my perspective and equipped me with actionable strategies to elevate my business.” Ryan Featherby, EO Melbourne Dive in Wholeheartedly “For those considering joining EO or those in their early months, my advice is to dive in wholeheartedly.

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This is going to be BIG.

MAY 5, 2011

I'm a strong believer in having a board, even at a seed stage, to report to and set strategy with. VC Blogger Fanboy This geek reads all the blogs religiously and is a lean startup ninja. Seems like a good pick, except that every piece of advice given comes from their own experience--experience that is all during a a single up cycle.

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The Zapier Blog

APRIL 24, 2023

If you've been wanting to learn a new skill or even strengthen existing ones, here are the seven tried-and-trued strategies I used to boost my expertise—and how you can, too. Now that we're on the same page, let's dive into the seven strategies you can use to learn a new skill or enhance the ones you already have.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Whether it’s securing investment capital, marketing a concept, recruiting new talent or leaning on peers for support and advice, having a solid network can seriously work to your benefit. Enhance your self-discipline with these tips: Make habit-forming a priority by using apps or strategies like the 21-day rule. Change your strategy.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 25, 2021

Kent Gregoire is an Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) member and founder of Symphony Advantage, which helps CEOs achieve ongoing success through strategic thinking, advice and planning. Barry Wehmiller has employed this strategy to complete more than 110 acquisitions worldwide, nearly all of them profitable.

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 1, 2010

Many (Union Square Ventures, Foundry Group, True Ventures, GRP Partners, Mike Hirshland at Polaris Ventures) do it the right way – we treat it as a normal investment and we don’t have a “options&# strategy with our investment. The investor strategy is really determined by the management team.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 11, 2022

The Accelerator programme’s culture is based on three key components: Strict confidentiality: EOA participants share sensitive information such as financials , strategies and weaknesses. and more articles from the EO blog. . The post Share the mindset of success in EO Accelerator appeared first on THE BLOG.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 28, 2024

Customized Strategies Tailored Solutions: Every business is unique. Coaches work with you to develop customized strategies that fit your specific needs and goals, rather than the generic advice you might find in books or online resources. and more articles from the EO blog.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 16, 2024

You get advice from people who have been where you are without worrying about damaging your reputation. and more articles from the EO blog. The post EO Accelerator Graduates Share Successful Growth Tactics and Why They Joined EO first appeared on The EO Blog.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 7, 2024

Dozens of investors have approached me for advice on assessing the effectiveness of such policies. Moreover, discussions between companies and investors now include WFH policies, employee engagement strategies, and related topics. and more articles from the EO blog.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

No need to reinvent the wheel, just use these tried-and-true strategies for sustainable growth. Amidst numerous challenges, the right growth strategy becomes paramount. Securing a solid foothold in the market requires a well-planned approach, and that’s where effective growth strategies come into play. Network effects.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

I recently wrote a blog post here in which I argued that the best VC meetings are discussions and not sales pitches. A few weeks ago I sat through two very contrasting presentations and wrote this blog post right afterward. ’s strategy and missteps. Tags: Pitching VCs Start-up Advice.

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