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“Why give up that much equity for an amount we could raise other ways?:” SMB Tech Talk from ArtJamz

Hunter Walker

Do “likes” and “shares” turn into sales? We further leverage mailchimp (eblasts), wordpress (website), hootesuite (social media messaging), review sites such as Yelp! Everything else is tech. HW: What’s a problem you wish a technology startup could solve for you? They have a solid tech game.

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“Why give up that much equity for an amount we could raise other ways?:” SMB Tech Talk from ArtJamz

Hunter Walker

Do “likes” and “shares” turn into sales? We further leverage mailchimp (eblasts), wordpress (website), hootesuite (social media messaging), review sites such as Yelp! Everything else is tech. HW: What’s a problem you wish a technology startup could solve for you? They have a solid tech game.

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Intermediate C++ 3D Graphics Developer

Transformify

Now Hiring for an Intermediate C++ 3D Graphics Developer As part of the project team, your role will include leveraging the latest tools and technology in C++ 3D graphics for a diverse selection of desktop application software projects, as well as collaborating with your team in building innovative software products.

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How to Fund Your Startup Without Losing Control

Up and Running

They allow you to hire more people, purchase new technology, and establish new business connections, among many other benefits. Rule 1: Bootstrap until you have a viable product. Background: Justin Klemm’s analytics and website uptime startup, Ghost Inspector , wants to revolutionize the way businesses manage their ecommerce funnels.

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Startup Strategy Roundtable: Not Coming To The Rescue Of Victory

ReadWriteStart

Well, I have coached early stage entrepreneurs for a couple of years now - diligently, patiently - and have learned a few things. But once a set of reference customers are in place, this business definitely needs a telesales channel, not a direct, feet-on-the-street sales force. Telesales simply don't work without reference customers.

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How can startups engage Amazon and AWS

VC Cafe

A few months ago, VC Cafe launched a series on startup engagement and outreach programs of large tech companies. Amazon Corporate Development – Notable acquisitions include Whole Foods ($13.7B), smart doorbell system Ring ($1.2B, 2018) and autonomous mobility technology Zoox ($1.2bn). AI startups in the Alexa Fund portfolio.

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How Much Do SaaS Companies Spend on Their MVPs?

ConversionXL

Mike Arsenault and his two co-founders—all with technical backgrounds—built their MVP while working full time for other SaaS companies. “We He searched and pitched planners who worked at companies with 500+ people and closed $200k himself before he made his first sales hire. Vested Technology spent $17k on their MVP.