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Why “The Culture of Failure” is Imperative to Startup Communities

Both Sides of the Table

After a recent discussion I had with Steve Blank it made me remember that I had left off one of the most critical factors – a culture of failure. At this time I can tell you that the Brits definitely didn’t have a culture of failure. 11:00 How do you think the ‘failure’ culture emerged in Silicon Valley?

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A Founder's Guide: Essential Management Advice for Startups

Tomasz Tunguz

After analyzing hundreds of posts on startup management, I’ve distilled the key pieces of advice that founders and leaders should keep in mind. One-on-Ones and Feedback Structure your 1:1s : Use a four-part format covering performance, relationships, leadership, and innovation.

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Bring Me Your Accents. Immigration Fuels Innovation

Both Sides of the Table

If you enjoy travel, language & culture as much as I do then buy all of Bill Bryson’s books and gobble them up. The have an African American president and they don’t comprehend how amazing that is historically and culturally. Startup Advice' (I know, I know … just read the book). Thank you, Om.

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What Happens When Startups Turn from Their Innovation Stage to Operational Excellence?

Both Sides of the Table

Nearly every successful tech startup I’ve observed over the past 20 years has gone through a similar growth pattern: Innovate, systematize then scale operations. Innovate In the early years of a startup there is a lot of kinetic energy of enthusiastic innovators looking to launch a product that changes how an industry works.

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Innovation in Sustainability: From Trash to Textiles

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Read Monique’s advice for other entrepreneurs interested in adopting sustainable practices. . I knew this because the rest of the store featured many pieces which promoted the “fast fashion” culture of buy-use-throw away. However, I said no to the project. How do collaborations amplify your sustainability efforts?

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The Four Tenets of Conscious Capitalism

Entrepreneurs' Organization

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. The caring culture he developed also points to his genuine concern for stakeholders. Caring culture. Contributed to EO by Kent Gregoire.

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Whom Should You Hire at a Startup? (Attitude Over Aptitude)

Both Sides of the Table

Whatever you’re working on now, the half-life of innovation is so rapid now that your product will soon be out-of-date. Your existence is irrelevant unless you continue rapid innovation. He is out innovating people with 10 years’ his experience. His innovation and execution are proving his worth. Culture matters.

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