Gust

DECEMBER 1, 2013

In a big company, you get used to having an IT team around configure your computer, a personnel specialist for hiring and firing, and a marketing team for strategy. You forget or even disdain any ability to be that jack-of-all-trades a new startup requires. So when is the best time to make the leap from a big corporation to a startup?

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Gust

JUNE 23, 2014

The biggest excuse most startup founders mention is too much to do building a product, mapping strategy, investors, etc. Since a startup by definition is not a recognized brand, you are the brand, based on the social media culture of today.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 9, 2022

Venture capitalists and founders across all fundraising stages spoke to current investment strategies when it comes to investing in this cohort of startups. So, is it hype, the promise of innovation in crypto, or a little bit of both? Yet, things are accelerating across the board in crypto.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 29, 2018

Whether you’re a conversion veteran or a startup founder just learning the basics, download and subscribe to these sales and marketing podcasts today to boost your skills: 1. This podcast is ideal for anyone wanting to keep up-to-date with emerging marketing strategies and changing consumer behavior. Marketing Over Coffee.

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AsiaTechDaily

JULY 21, 2023

The fusion of these elements cultivates an environment of growth and transformation, making it an essential strategy for startups aspiring to unlock their full potential and thrive in their respective markets. Here are the three steps which will guide startup founders to unlock growth.

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Revolution

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

While a few iconic brands including Uber, Airbnb, and Square emerged successfully from the last downturn, most venture-backed companies struggled during this period, and many ended up pursuing M&A strategies. Startup founders can start positioning themselves now to be acquired in that wave.

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StartupNation

OCTOBER 11, 2020

Plus, inclusive organizations are twice as likely to exceed financial targets : 85 percent of CEOs whose companies have an inclusiveness strategy said it’s improved their bottom line. I’ve worked in tech for over a decade, helping startup companies to create a truly diverse company culture.

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AsiaTechDaily

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Register Startup founders need to be authentic and prepared when they get the chance to meet prospective investors, according to Rex Fong, founding partner at investment and advisory group Capitale Ventures. He talks to AsiaTechDaily about the firm’s investment strategies, the fundraising journey, and other points.

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TechCrunch

JULY 30, 2021

Jason Dressel is president of History Factory , which helps companies use their history and heritage to enhance and transform strategy, positioning, marketing and communication. The findings may not be troubling if these respondents were millennial startup founders, years from leaving their companies. Jason Dressel. Contributor.

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TechCrunch

MAY 17, 2023

War Stories with Founder Equity and Cap Tables Speaker: Sam Wong, CEO, Fundable Startups How the Fortune 500 Is Buying AI Software — or Not! Go to the Audience Choice voting site , read the full topic descriptions, filter and search by topic, and upvote your favorites.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Knowing the Value Proposition is key to establishing a marketing strategy that distinguishes a company from its competition. Every startup founder should know how the quality, delivery and price of their products/services stand up against the competition when deciding to start up a business.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 22, 2021

I think the really key thing is to recognize it, find a strategy to work with it, and don’t let it build to a point where it just feels like you’re going to take a massive hit on productivity.”. Lessons from founders raising their first round in a bull market. founder Manu Bansal. Flourishing Founder.

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Gust

JUNE 22, 2014

The biggest excuse most startup founders mention is too much to do building a product, mapping strategy, investors, etc. Since a startup by definition is not a recognized brand, you are the brand, based on the social media culture of today.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 20, 2023

One of the sector’s biggest investments was Wildtype , which raised $100 million in a Series B round for its “sushi-grade” cultured salmon. Each startup journey is vastly different, but one pattern we have seen working is an iterative approach to go-to-market strategy, product development and regulatory approach.

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AsiaTechDaily

OCTOBER 20, 2023

This choice showed an organizational culture that empowers all employees to participate in critical moments, giving them the confidence to represent the company. Kim emphasizes that while all investments are focused on short-term financial performance, founders must concentrate on their long-term business strategy to increase valuation.

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TechCrunch

MAY 1, 2023

War Stories with Founder Equity and Cap Tables Speaker: Sam Wong, CEO, Fundable Startups How the Fortune 500 Is Buying AI Software — or Not!

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Both Sides of the Table

JULY 13, 2013

And then I got into strategy consulting, and I wanted to go into strategy consulting, and they said, “Yeah, but you’re a tech guy. We don’t take tech guys in the strategy consulting group.” Probably the internet helped because they needed internet skills in their strategy group.

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FundersClub

JUNE 15, 2017

technology startup founders and how that affects the gender diversity of the employees they hire in " The 2017 US Startup Team Gender Diversity Study. " Ben Horowitz of Andreessen Horowitz discusses why you should never begin with the sales channel itself when designing a distribution strategy in " Distribution.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 15, 2021

“This couldn’t be further from the truth, and both startups and SMBs can, and should, invest in ABM strategies,” advises Jonas van de Poel, head of content marketing at Unmuted, an Amsterdam-based growth agency. Smart growth tactics can put account-based marketing within reach for startups and SMBs.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

But here’s when it goes wrong Being too frugal can be a good strategy in the early days of a startup, but it can quickly become a bottleneck, too. After all, building a startup is a marathon, not a sprint, and I was already losing steam at mile 10. For a while, it was great! And it’s a really easy formula for burnout.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Evolving from Scientist to Founder (Sponsored by Mayfield). How do you go from PhD to startup founder and beyond? Investors love unrealistic goals based on pragmatic strategies. As more SaaS startups move toward usage-based pricing, the old playbook becomes less and less useful. Wedge to TAM.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 20, 2023

In recent years, calling oneself a startup founder was certainly seen as a flex. At the same time, Mikkelsen is the head of Global Human Capital, an arm of the firm that helps portfolio companies align business and HR strategies, including well-being conversations. Upadhyay is a venture partner at the firm.

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Hunter Walk

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Hunter Walk: Before we dive into your company Greenhouse , give me one story from your childhood that foretold you were going to end up a startup founder. The TPG Growth Fund invests behind companies, teams, and strategies that they believe in and where they can help accelerate their growth. I will finish here.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 1, 2021

As building in public continues to gain popularity with early-stage startup founders, Murmur, coming out of stealth today, wants to leverage that natural transparency to a louder frequency. Founded by Aaron Dignan , Murmur helps startups create work agreements based on the policies of other startups.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 19, 2021

The Technical University of Eindhoven, High Tech Campus Eindhoven, and locally based corporates like ASML and Philips have been eyeing initiatives across Europe and applying what they’ve learned to the region’s strategy. Which are the most interesting startups in your city? Who are the key startup people in your city (e.g.,

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Startup leaders, what is one way you keep your team motivated when the company is struggling? To help you find the best ways to keep your team motivated when your startup is struggling, we asked startup founders and business owners this question for their best insights. Communicate Clearly Your Strategy for Growth.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

JANUARY 20, 2021

Photo from Pixabay Tell me if this sounds familiar, as a startup founder, you are constantly juggling many hats: marketing guru, product owner, growth hacker, sales master, accountant, and the list goes on. Common Data Pain Points Below are the top five data pains experienced by many startup founders.

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HPA

OCTOBER 11, 2022

When CFE was founded by famed NASA administrator and former U-M professor Thomas Zurbuchan in 2008, its aim was to evangelize entrepreneurship in Ann Arbor and to help instill the entrepreneurial mindset into the regional culture. In the mid-2010s, that focus began to evolve. Just as the $2.4B Originally featured in Forbes.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

And yet, according to Noam Wasserman, The Founder’s Dilemma , Harvard Business Review, “Four out of five entrepreneurs are forced to step down from the CEO’s post.” Some find out the scale up is not for them and prefer the hustle and bustle of the startup. Take the Quiz — Are You Cut Out To Be A Scale Up CEO?

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

At this point, it covers over 200 community topics and 30 platforms, helping community seekers and startup founders find online hangouts for various niches. After researching many online groups (and joining many of them), I’ve concluded that niche online communities can be a startup founder’s best friend.

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Jason Malki

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The real thrill comes from witnessing the ripple effects of our solutions — how improved CRM strategies drive growth, streamline operations, and ultimately contribute to a company’s larger success story. This requires a balance of recruiting the right talent, consistent training, and ensuring our company culture remains client-centric.

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Y Combinator

APRIL 21, 2022

YC’s Anu Hariharan sat down with Brex Co-CEO Henrique Dubugras to talk about the launch of Empower and Henrique’s advice for startup founders and CEOs. 40% of US-based startups use Brex, and as Brex and their customers grew, new needs started to arise. You can listen here on Twitter Spaces.

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Y Combinator

MARCH 3, 2021

In our experience, we often see pre-product startup founders pursuing two simultaneous projects: Running a “killer” experiment that demonstrates that their product can work. Over the years, we’ve watched many startups do a lot of work on their “killer experiments” before deciding on their FDA regulatory pathway.

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Startup Blogpost

MARCH 3, 2023

Sumeer Kaur , CEO, Lashkaraa Technology Affects Customer Buying Journey Every startup needs to understand the customer buying journey in order to successfully design a strong business strategy. One way startups can build social proof is by getting out of their comfort zone and dancing on TikTok.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Dear Sophie, As a first-time, early-stage startup founder, I find it difficult to compete against other startups on compensation. ” She emphasized that startup founders need to be prescriptive and intentional, paying attention to their company culture and each employee’s journey. Saving money.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

As a startup CEO, you have three jobs: Don’t run out of money, set the direction and culture of the company and — most importantly — hire the right team. Stewart Butterfield is a good example of a founder who does this particularly well.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

It’s too early to say whether the move will alter the founder-led ethic that permeates Silicon Valley. Personally, I’m hoping it starts a trend where mature tech companies do a better job of recognizing and rewarding employees who innately understand their culture, products and services. Prioritizing locations based on ROI.

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