Feld Thoughts

OCTOBER 7, 2011

Since last checking in with the SayAhh team, they have spent a few months consumed with building an early version of the product and speaking to potential customers, all the while watching their cash balance steadily diminish. Jane did some research, had a nice glass of wine, and really thought through their business model.

Revenue 130

Revenue Forecast Cofounder Business Model 130

Feld Thoughts

DECEMBER 4, 2012

They can use Steve Blank’s Lean LaunchPad approach to get out of the building and actually incorporate customer development early into the definition of their business. ” While “business plan competitions” are still around, some are rapidly evolving into “business creation competitions.”

Business Plan 193

Business Plan Lean Cofounder Venture Capital 193

Feld Thoughts

AUGUST 22, 2012

Trolling is a lucrative, legally sanctioned business model with virtually no risk. I’ve actually cried from the injustice and worry; Every three hours of legal advice costs the same as an on-shore customer service representative with benefits for a week. It costs a pittance to file a lawsuit, a fortune to fight.

Software 174

Software Entrepreneur Mobile Revenue 174

Feld Thoughts

JUNE 26, 2012

Engaging with Customers Online with Wendy Lea of Get Satisfaction. But, have you really accomplished any business results yet? Often the results will come after lots of customer education, usage analysis, or feature iterations. If no customers use the new feature, have you really accomplished anything? Absolutely!

Retention 139

Retention Social Network Distribution Conversion 139