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Mastering the Early Stages of Business with Strategic Use of Microsoft Dynamics Expertise

The Startup Magazine

Selecting the right technological tools and expert guidance during the formative phases of a startup can significantly influence its trajectory toward success. For startups eager to establish an efficient operational framework from the start, the decision to hire Microsoft Dynamics experts becomes instrumental. As a versatile ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics caters to a variety of business needs, supporting everything from sales management to customer interactions.

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How to Navigate the New Era of SEO: Strategies for Understanding Consumer Search Behavior

Duct Tape Marketing

How to Navigate the New Era of SEO: Strategies for Understanding Consumer Search Behavior written by Tosin Jerugba read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Dale Bertrand, an SEO specialist with over two decades of experience working with Fortune 500 companies and startups globally.

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19 Entrepreneurs List Their Favorite Technology Innovation

Hearpreneur

Technology innovation is driving advancements in various industries, shaping our world today. From AI and machine learning to biotechnology, technology is revolutionizing our lives. Innovations like blockchain, virtual reality, and cloud computing are transforming business and communication. Entrepreneurs embrace these innovations to unlock possibilities, making them a cornerstone of modern entrepreneurship.

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Navigating the volunteer board member lifecycle for effective collaboration

Board Effect

At most mission-driven organizations, the board of directors is frequently in flux. A new member is learning the ropes. A seasoned member is approaching the end of a term. Or a member resigns, suddenly or predictably, for any number of reasons. All of these scenarios are part of the volunteer board member lifecycle. No matter the current state of your board, leaders of mission-driven organizations can always find work to maintain or restore stability and ensure successful and productive collabor

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Building Healthy Innovation Ecosystems for Your Projects

Speaker: Nick Noreña, Innovation Coach and Advisor, Kromatic

Every startup and innovation project exists within an ecosystem that either helps or hurts that project. As innovation managers, we need to keep a pulse of that ecosystem and make sure we're helping those innovation projects we're managing every step of the way. In this webinar, Nick Noreña will walk through an Innovation Ecosystem Model that he and his team at Kromatic have developed to help investors, heads of product, teachers, and executives understand how they can best support innovation in

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Elevate Your Brand: Creative Cannabis Packaging Ideas

Women Entrepreneurs Can

Key Takeaways: Discover how unique packaging designs can significantly impact brand perception and consumer behavior. Explore the importance of sustainability and functionality in packaging to stay ahead in the competitive cannabis market. Learn about the regulatory considerations that must be addressed in cannabis packaging designs. The Importance of First Impressions In the cannabis industry, where product quality and brand image are paramount, packaging contributes significantly to the custom

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Top 15 ESG Startups to Watch in 2024

The Startup Magazine

Guest Author: Emily Singleton. Forget flying cars and robot butlers, those who can solve real-world problems are capturing the interest of today’s investors. In 2024, that means businesses that prioritize not just profit, but also environmental and social responsibility. Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) concepts have been developing since the advocation of equal rights by the working men parties in the 1830s, and pollution control in the mid-1850s — when Chicago pragmatically built t

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The Secret History of Polaroid CEO Edwin Land – part 1

Steve Blank

The connections between the world of national security and commercial companies still has surprises. December 1976 – Vandenberg Air Force Base, U.S. military space port on the coast of California As a Titan IIID rocket blasted off, it carried a spacecraft on top that would change everything about how intelligence from space was gathered. Heading to space was the first digital photo reconnaissance satellite.

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How to Be an Entrepreneur in 2024: 15 Tactics Revealed

Duct Tape Marketing

How to Be an Entrepreneur in 2024: 15 Tactics Revealed written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Paul Cheek, a serial tech-preneur, educator, and software engineer. Paul is also a senior lecturer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the MIT Sloan School of Management and the co-founder of Oceanworks.

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The Future of Client Scheduling Is Here: Unveiling the Power of Digital Booking Systems

Women Entrepreneurs Can

The scheduling landscape for businesses and clients alike is undergoing a profound transformation. Today, many companies are shifting towards a digital future, relying on an online booking system to accommodate their client appointment needs. This move caters to modern client preferences, streamlines operational efficiency, and enhances the overall service experience.

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Pavel Perlov on Startup Survival: Mastering Work-Life Balance in the High-Stakes Entrepreneurial World

The Startup Magazine

In the bustling and often unforgiving realm of startups, where the lines between personal and professional life blur, understanding how to maintain a healthy entrepreneur work-life balance is not just beneficial—it’s essential. Pavel Perlov , a seasoned entrepreneur with over a decade of experience navigating the highs and lows of startup culture, shares invaluable insights into achieving this equilibrium.

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Retire at 75. Start planning to retire from age 35.

deal architect

I recently interviewed Chip Conley, author of “Learning to love Midlife”. He defines midlife as ages “35 to 75”. Watch the episode – he explains his own experience as a “modern elder” around much younger Airbnb founders and execs. Overall.

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Supercharge Your Business: Building A Revenue Engine For Sustainable Growth

YoungUpstarts

Many startups and established businesses find that their revenue engine is functional but far from efficient. The post Supercharge Your Business: Building A Revenue Engine For Sustainable Growth appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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How To Tell Data-Driven Stories: Crafting Compelling Narratives from Original Research

Duct Tape Marketing

How To Tell Data-Driven Stories: Crafting Compelling Narratives from Original Research written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Michele Lin. Michele is the founder of Mantis Research, where she helps marketers conduct and publish compelling original research.

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Public Relations Gives You That Oh, So Needed Attention!

Rembrandt Communications

Does Your Target Market Know About You? If not, public relations can get you the attention you desire! Smart business owners know that that one good story in the media can help boost awareness, bring in new customers/patients and provide a competitive edge fast. This is all part of the power of PR, or public relations. After all, when your targeted audience members see your name in the press, you receive third-party credibility you can’t get in any other way.

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Innovative Marketing Strategies for Medical Professionals

The Startup Magazine

Even in this digital age, healthcare is more competitive than ever. Medical professionals are competing not only on the quality of care delivered but also on their ability to reach and engage their target audience effectively. Dr. Gibran Khurshid points out that traditional marketing avenues such as billboards and print advertisements are no longer sufficient.

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Burning Platform: Reframing the Concept of Aging

deal architect

For the 118th episode of Burning Platform, we host Chip Conley, author of “Learning to love Midlife” and a founder of MEA (Modern Elder Academy). He defines midlife broadly as “from 35 to 75”. The common word association for midlife.

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How To Get Custom Merch For Your Business

YoungUpstarts

If you want to boost brand awareness, engage with your customers, and elevate your team as brand ambassadors, consider offering branded merchandise. The post How To Get Custom Merch For Your Business appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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Shashwat Sehgal

Lightspeed Venture Partners

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a multi-stage venture capital firm focused on accelerating disruptive innovations and trends.

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Know Your Numbers: The Ultimate Guide to Data-Driven Success for Startups

Gust

Understanding your startup's metrics is like having a GPS for your business journey. It helps you navigate challenges, make informed decisions, and steer your company towards success. The post Know Your Numbers: The Ultimate Guide to Data-Driven Success for Startups appeared first on Gust.

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Finding Your Financial Sidekick: A Guide to Choosing the Perfect Broker

The Startup Magazine

Ever wondered what a broker actually does? Well, they’re pretty much the go-to folks when you’re trying to make heads or tails of investments or real estate. But finding the right broker is more than just picking a name out of a hat. It’s about really digging deep to find someone who clicks with your needs. And broker selection is not just about checking if they know their stuff; it’s about whether they can match your stride, whether you’re sprinting towards quick gains or jogging along a long-t

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Strategic Client Assessments

Mike Michalowicz

One common dilemma often plagues business owners: the struggle to maintain authenticity while catering to client demands. (Or as I like to call it, How to Avoid Selling Your Soul to the Devil 101.) This age-old challenge is a fixable one. Let’s get into the nitty gritty of determining your top clients, and presenting a disruptive (in a good way!) approach that can revolutionize your client strategies for the better, for good.

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Following The Herd Isn’t A Smart Investment Strategy – Here’s 3 Reasons Why

YoungUpstarts

Following the herd mentality is a recipe for disaster in the investment world. Prioritize research, build conviction, and learn to anticipate the market instead. The post Following The Herd Isn’t A Smart Investment Strategy – Here’s 3 Reasons Why appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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Nathan Brahms

Lightspeed Venture Partners

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a multi-stage venture capital firm focused on accelerating disruptive innovations and trends.

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AI Memory Lock In Effects

Eric Friedman

This morning I was helping a portfolio company write an update that needed to go out to investors, partners, and prospective customers. In it the importance of being brief, clear, and direct were paramount. I found myself using my usual toolbox to improve things which was a combination of talking it out with a voice to text capture, condensing things into a few key bullets, and finally “jamming” with ChatGPT to further refine my thoughts.

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The Growing Significance of Business Ethics

The Startup Magazine

In the modern business landscape, the importance of business ethics has become more pronounced than ever. As companies navigate through an era of globalization, technological advancements, and increased regulatory scrutiny, ethical practices have become a cornerstone for building trust and credibility. Ethics in business influence everything from consumer loyalty and public image to legal compliance and internal morale.

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Taylor’s Typewriter Boom, How Nvidia Handles Failures, and Matt Mullenweg’s Open Source Philanthropy [link blog]

Hunter Walker

Links! Get your red hot links here! There Are Plenty of Power Publicists. But Only One Works for Taylor Swift [Allie Jones/WSJ] – Tree Paine (as the owner of what I think is also a great name, I salute you Tree) seems incredible competent. It’s amazing how compelling that is these days. And of course, as a Swiftie myself, I remember her scenes from the Miss Americana documentary.

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Teamwork In Law Practice: Unleashing The Power Of Attorney Teamwork For Client Benefit And Success

YoungUpstarts

Teamwork in law practice matters. Collaborative teams are more capable of anticipating and tackling legal challenges from multiple angles. The post Teamwork In Law Practice: Unleashing The Power Of Attorney Teamwork For Client Benefit And Success appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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Gergely Danyi

Lightspeed Venture Partners

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a multi-stage venture capital firm focused on accelerating disruptive innovations and trends.

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Austin’s Coworking Market Gains Steam

SiliconHills

Austin’s coworking industry has always been turbulent, with new sites opening and closing. In recent times, WeWork announced that it had exited its lease at the SXSW Center on Lavaca Street last October, according to an article in The Real Deal.

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Max Gorin Discusses Developing A Forward-Thinking Strategy For NEMT Business Growth

The Startup Magazine

Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) not only bridges the critical gap in access to healthcare for individuals with disabilities, older people, and those without means of transport but also represents a burgeoning sector with significant growth potential. Developing a forward-thinking strategy is paramount for businesses operating within the NEMT sector, aiming to expand their reach and enhance the quality of care and service provided to their clients.

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To directors and advisors: “Noses in; fingers OUT!”

Berkonomics

Many of us have someone who reports directly to us and who supervises others in return. Well, this one is for you. And it is one of the most important lessons you can learn as a manager, board member, or advisor of a company or even a non-profit enterprise. Where did this statement come from? I first heard this in a governance seminar for a non-profit higher educational board upon which I sit, over 25 years ago.

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Monday Motivation: It Hurts!

Hearpreneur

This motivational video is to help CEOs, entrepreneurs and business owners start the week off inspired to become great. Here are some takeaways from the video: Do something that crafts a better version of yourself The power to improve your life rests in your hands What will your story be?

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Igor Ostrovsky

Lightspeed Venture Partners

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a multi-stage venture capital firm focused on accelerating disruptive innovations and trends.

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Dell Technologies Turns 40 Years Old

SiliconHills

This week, Michael Dell posted a few pictures and statements on X celebrating the founding of his company forty years ago on May 3, 1984. At the time, he was a pre-med student at the University of Texas at Austin.

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3 Actionable Tips To Start A Direct Sales Business

The Startup Magazine

With the internet being as widespread as it is, it’s never been easier to start a direct sales business. Whether you have your own products and services or someone else’s, you could make quite a bit of money selling them. You’ll have to do everything right to make sure that happens, though. Image Credit: Carlos Muza from Unsplash. That’s often easier said than done.

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The 3 Important Steps to Take to Protect Your Privacy Online

Women Entrepreneurs Can

Online privacy and cyber security matters more than ever. Every day, we share personal details online without considering who might see them or how they could be used. Unfortunately, this data can come back and cause you problems in ways you couldn’t ever imagine. It’s not always easy to maintain your privacy online and this seems like an inevitability.