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Is it Your Intuition or Your Next Million-Dollar Mistake?

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Fail Fast, Sunk Cost: Two Sides of One Costly Coin In a recent article, I discussed the problem with “ Failing Fast ” — essentially, relying on your gut to make decisions without data. A reader pointed out that avoiding Failing Fast could lead to another costly issue—namely, the Sunk Cost Fallacy (SCF), where companies double down on bad investments rather than cut their losses, potentially wasting millions.

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Accelerating Climate Justice Through Solar Energy

Venture Well

Entrepreneurs whose innovations have been funded by the American-Made Solar Prize and the JEDI Contest and a mentor who worked closely with applicants share their insights into the competition and its benefits. The post Accelerating Climate Justice Through Solar Energy appeared first on VentureWell.

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Keys to Effective Angel Group Management: Webinar

The Seraf Compass

Join Seraf for an insightful session where we will explore strategies and techniques to optimize the management of angel groups. Whether you are a seasoned angel investor or new to the world of angel investing, this webinar will provide valuable insights to help you enhance your group's efficiency and success. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts and take your angel group management skills to the next level.

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Rotunda Capital Partners Strategically Invests in Family-owned Mama Lycha

American Entrepreneurship

Private-equity firm has a track record of accelerating the growth of family-owned businesses. Private equity firm Rotunda Capital Partners focuses on transforming family-founder-owned companies into data-driven platforms that lead to accelerated growth. The firm’s latest investment into family-owned Mama Lycha, the leading provider of branded Latin American foods, was announced this week.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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“One Thing You Wish People Better Understood About Venture Capital” – Part I, featuring Andre Charoo, Bill Clerico, Ryan Hoover, Amy Saper, and Dan Teran.

Hunter Walk

I asked some investor friends to share, as the title suggests, one thing they wished people better understood about venture capital. There were no ground rules other than to specify that ‘people’ could be founders, politicians, LPs, etc and that it would be default attributed but anonymous if they desired. Here are the first batch of responses (with some of my reactions).

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The New Software GTM Playbook

Tomasz Tunguz

The first version of the SaaS GTM playbook was written twenty years ago. Salesforce championed it. Mark Roberge published The Sales Acceleration Formula about Hubspot’s journey. Over the next two decades, we analyzed, quantified, instrumented, & optimized many aspects of the SaaS GTM. Account executive to SDR ratios, sales cycle lengths, conversion rates, customer acquisition costs, customer lifetime values, net dollar retention.

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The CO-100, U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Top 100 Small Businesses Announced

American Entrepreneurship

100 small businesses will be recognized at the U.S. Chambers’ upcoming Small Business Forum The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has advocated in Washington pro-business policies for over 100 years. They aim to help businesses create jobs and grow the U.S. economy. With that in view, the Chamber and its digital platform CO— announced their selection of the top 100 American small businesses.

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Bridging the AI Gap: Founder Hock Ng’s Journey in Making AI Innovation Accessible to All Businesses

Jason Malki

I had the pleasure of interviewing Hock Ng, the Founder and CEO of Octopus Innovation Partners. He brings over 20 years of broad experience in research, technology, and managing international teams. Drawing from his background in AI, data science, and analytics, along with his creative interests, he aims to help businesses unlock the power of AI through strategic advisory services and practical generative AI use cases.

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Hakuhodo DY Holdings Launches Ventures of Creativity to Boost Internal Startup Innovation

AsiaTechDaily

Hakuhodo DY Holdings, a Japanese advertising conglomerate, has introduced a new entity named Ventures of Creativity (VoC Inc.) to advance its internal startup innovation program.

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How Top Tech CFOs Solve Annual Planning’s Biggest Challenges

Gearing up for 2025 annual planning? Our latest eBook from the Operators Guild is your ultimate guide. Discover real-world solutions and best practices shared by top CFOs, drawn directly from discussions within OG’s vibrant online community. Learn from senior executives at high-growth tech startups as they outline financial planning strategies, align CEO and board goals, and coordinate budgets across departments.

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“One Thing You Wish People Better Understood About Venture Capital” – Part IV, featuring Diana Kimball Berlin, Jake Gibson, Jesse Middleton, Adam Nelson and Nikhil Basu Trivedi.

Hunter Walk

I asked some investor friends to share, as the title suggests, one thing they wished people better understood about venture capital. There were no ground rules other than to specify that ‘people’ could be founders, politicians, LPs, etc and that it would be default attributed but anonymous if they desired. Reporting out in batches of five. Here’s Part IV: Here’s something I only realized about VC once I joined Matrix: more or less everything we do as investors is implicitly an invitation to reac

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The Real Problem with Diversity in Coworking and Flex Real Estate: It’s Not the Events, It’s Who’s Doing the Hiring

GCUC

The Real Problem with Diversity in Coworking and Flex Real Estate: It’s Not the Events, It’s Who’s Doing the Hiring Diversity and inclusion have become buzzwords in the coworking, flex space, and broader real estate industries. We see countless events, panels, and initiatives aimed.

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Revolutionizing CRM Solutions with Folk: Insights from Forbes 30 Under 30 Entrepreneur, Simo…

Jason Malki

Revolutionizing CRM Solutions with Folk: Insights from Forbes 30 Under 30 Entrepreneur, Simo Lemhandez I had the pleasure of interviewing Simo Lemhandez, a Moroccan entrepreneur who co-founded Folk in April 2020 with Jean-Yves Poilleux and Thibaud Elziere. Earlier this year, he was recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe as one of the top 300 young leaders across Europe.

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Empathix

NZ Entrepreneur

In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and change-makers working on innovative startups, social enterprises and SME’s around Aotearoa New Zealand. At a glance Founder: Olivia Dyet Business: Empathix Founded: 2023 HQ: Auckland Can you tell us a bit about your business? Empathix is changing the recruitment game by creating a new market category: human-centric, advanced technology-enhanced hiring.

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Your Fractional Finance and Accounting Team

Mighty Financial specializes in supporting the financial aspirations of small businesses and entrepreneurs. With our comprehensive bookkeeping and precise accounting expertise with decades of experience across diverse financial roles, our team offers tailor-made services ranging from essential bookkeeping to strategic fractional CFO support, catered specifically to the unique challenges of technology companies, startups, and SMEs.

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“One Thing You Wish People Better Understood About Venture Capital” – Part II, featuring Victor Echevarria, Chris Neumann, Micah Rosenbloom, Alex von Tobel and Roseanne Wincek.

Hunter Walk

I asked some investor friends to share, as the title suggests, one thing they wished people better understood about venture capital. There were no ground rules other than to specify that ‘people’ could be founders, politicians, LPs, etc and that it would be default attributed but anonymous if they desired. Reporting out in batches of five. Here’s Part II: While the venture and tech community is incredibly collaborative, VC is an inherently lonely role.

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Essential Tasks for Managing a Successful Coworking Space

Deskmag

In the dynamic world of coworking spaces, effective management is crucial to creating a thriving and productive environment for diverse members. This article outlines some best practices for space operators.

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6 Steps to Build the Perfect Brand for Your Business

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Think about your favorite brands. What draws you in and keeps you coming back to them? Is it the consistent quality of their products or the funny videos they post on social media? Does their customer service team always go the extra mile? Do they champion sustainability or other values that resonate with you? Chances are, it’s a combination of factors, and branding influences all of them.

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LegalVision

NZ Entrepreneur

Who: LegalVision What: Legal Services and Advisory HQ: Auckland Who do you work with and what key challenges do you help them solve? LegalVision is a commercial law firm with 250+ team members specialising in helping startups, SME businesses and large corporates. We focus on solving all commercial law challenges for our clients, including business structuring, contract drafting, employment law, intellectual property protection, compliance with regulations, dispute resolution, and capital raising

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Digitalization: 5 Tech Updates That Will Help You Survive The Recession & Thrive

Lack of digitalization decreases business competitiveness. To thrive, embracing modern solutions becomes essential. The approach to digitalization often aligns with a company's business model. This shift not only boosts productivity but also automates processes and improves security. The tech market offers a wealth of technologies tailored for management, planning, and forecasting, replacing outdated pen-and-paper methods.

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“One Thing You Wish People Better Understood About Venture Capital” – Part III, featuring Maya Bakhai, Paris Heymann, Nakul Mandan, Eric Tarczynski, and ANONYMOUS.

Hunter Walk

I asked some investor friends to share, as the title suggests, one thing they wished people better understood about venture capital. There were no ground rules other than to specify that ‘people’ could be founders, politicians, LPs, etc and that it would be default attributed but anonymous if they desired. Reporting out in batches of five. Here’s Part III: The term “VC” is a convenient, encompassing term, but it is an ambiguous categorization.

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GCUC Podcast Recap: John Wallace

GCUC

GCUC Podcast Recap: John Wallace In the latest episode of the GCUC Podcast, we had the privilege of sitting down with John Wallace, the dynamic CEO of Workbox, a.

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[Stoke Space in Spacewatch Africa] Stoke Awarded Contract to Develop Critical Space Mobility Capabilities

OurCrowd

Stoke announced it has been selected for a $4.5M award by the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to prototype a solution that will enable responsive and precise point-to-point delivery of cargo to, through, and from space. Read More here.

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Announcing Rachel Lau as AsiaTechDaily’s Investor of the Month: Learn from a Leading Expert!

AsiaTechDaily

AsiaTechDaily is thrilled to announce Rachel Lau, Founder and Managing Partner of RHL Ventures and Iris Capital Partners, as our “Investor of the Month” for September 2024.

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Enhance Customer Value: Unleash Your Data’s Potential

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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Gray areas in non-compete agreements?

Berkonomics

Last week we introduced the subject of non-compete agreements. Let’s dive a little deeper and present some “gray area” scenarios to consider. First the obvious case in point What if you are the seller of a previous business or shares amounting to more than an insignificant percentage of a previous business? Certainly, the buyer’s asset purchase documents included a non-compete clause, usually valid for two years from the date of the closing.

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7 Tips for Delivering Better Post Purchase Customer Support

The Groove Blog

Are you struggling to hold on to your hard-won customers after their first transactions? In many ways, the real work begins after a sale is made. Post purchase support is key to transitioning one-time buyers into lifelong fans. When done right, it builds loyalty, boosts revenue, and turns customers into your biggest advocates. In this […] The post 7 Tips for Delivering Better Post Purchase Customer Support appeared first on Groove Blog.

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[BioLumic in Crop Life] Cultivating Tomorrow: BioLumic CEO on Leveraging ‘A-Ha’ Moments to Drive AgTech Innovation

OurCrowd

The post [BioLumic in Crop Life] Cultivating Tomorrow: BioLumic CEO on Leveraging ‘A-Ha’ Moments to Drive AgTech Innovation appeared first on OurCrowd Blog.

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Genesis Alternative Ventures Closes Second Debt Fund with $125 Million Commitment

AsiaTechDaily

Genesis Alternative Ventures, a Singapore-based private lender focused on venture and growth-stage firms, has finalized its second debt fund with commitments totaling $125 million.

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PE Mastery: CAPTARGET's Playbook for Quality Lead Flow

CAPTARGET presents a masterclass in M&A deal sourcing. Learn to cast a wide net, embracing seller self-identification. Consistency is the linchpin: keep the origination process steady for a reliable flow of opportunities. Diversify your tactics, employing various tools and vendors. Tech matters! Understand DNS settings, domain authority, and brand presence for optimal outreach.