By Bob La Loggia, CEO StormSource Software Are startup founders who play poker statistically more likely to succeed in business? But I do know that there are many lessons that founders can learn from poker players. poker entrepreneurs risk novice founders businessBeats me. If someone raises the bet, the novice folds their hand. MORE >>

So if you’re the founder of a startup, you may want to consider who you take money from. Is Your VC Founder Friendly? How many of their founders are still with their company? Will they tailor your vesting to your contribution as a founder? And a sign that their ex-founders still like them.). Lean Startups ? MORE >>

The Importance of Advisory Boards for Startup CEOs Tweet When a startup receives financing it will need to setup a Board of Directors. The Board probably existed beforehand, but was made up only of the founders. But there’s another kind of board that’s equally important. Why wouldn’t you? MORE >>

Even if your startup is a one-man show, you can find an intelligent outside mentor or advisory board member to bounce ideas off. Tags: entrepreneur founder leadership lonliness business One of the toughest things about starting a business is the feeling of loneliness and isolation. Of course, that leads to further isolation. MORE >>

We’ve all heard the stories: The founder of the company had the skills and passion to jumpstart an idea, maybe the salesmanship, but not the leadership and organizational skills necessary to lead a company through all the stages that lie ahead. And here is where many founders ultimately fail. It’s gut-wrenching. Even you! MORE >>