Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

For the rest of us, here is my prioritized list of key strategies that I believe every business leader can benefit from as a starting point in making the current inflation economy less of a negative impact on their business, or maybe even a pleasantly surprising positive: Solicit follow-on revenue from existing customers.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 6, 2019

The “valley of death” is a common term in the startup world, referring to the difficulty of covering the negative cash flow in the early stages of a startup, before their new product or service is bringing in revenue from real customers. It always reduces risk to plan your business first. Apply for contests and business grants.

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A Smart Bear: Startups and Marketing for Geeks

OCTOBER 17, 2011

We had a spike in this metric in February at WP Engine when our Internet provider themselves had a datacenter-wide catastrophe which brought us down for twelve hours; of course not all spikes will have such obvious causes. “LTV” means “the total revenue you’ll get from a customer over its lifetime.”

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Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

As a reminder, the Dot Com bubble was a five-year period from August 1995 (the Netscape IPO ) when there was a massive wave of experiments on the then-new internet, in commerce, entertainment, nascent social media, and search. Some have labeled this period as irrational exuberance. Then the cycle repeats with a new set of technologies.

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ReadWriteStart

JUNE 19, 2021

IoT (Internet of Things) is one of them. Also, it can open up numerous business models and revenue channels that were earlier inaccessible for want of a suitable hardware and software solution. IoT will also enable businesses to get a fresh pair of eyes to look into data to derive insightful business insights. .

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SoCal CTO

MARCH 5, 2007

However, Elgg could power 100,000 networks and it would make no difference - there is no revenue stream as we give everything away under a GPL license. There are quite a few other Software Development Companies in Southern California working on open source and/or freemium business models. I understand his frustration.

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VC Cafe

MARCH 1, 2024

Eliminating middlemen in healthcare – from using AI to automate repetitive human jobs to exploring new and better business models for providing care. Smart Contracts – Powering the internet-native financial system, smart contract networks could generate fees of $450bn in 2030. trillion by 2030.

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Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Software Review Generative AI 176

Version One Ventures

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The most powerful disruptions occur when a technology disruption and a business model disruption go hand in hand. This ‘double disruption’ forces incumbents to get up to speed with a new technology and a new business model at the same time. it is worthwhile to think about the potential business model disruption.

Business Model 127

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Start Up Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

1) A new technology + (2) A new business model If we only have one, the incumbents can usually adapt. They can plug the new tech into the existing business model. Or, they can revert the old technology into a new business model. Each time they sold the new tech in the old business model.

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ChatGPT Technical Review Generative AI Azure 90

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Others will work hard on a business plan, and then mail it indiscriminately to every potential investor they can find on the Internet. Investors are buying part of the business, not the product or service. If you haven’t yet finalized the business model, cost projections, and customer segments, you aren’t ready for investors.

Business Plan 273

Business Plan Technical Review Angel Investor Social Media 273

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Products that can be easily produced and sold via multiple channels, including the Internet, are more easily scaled world-wide. Minimize one-time sales in your business model. You need a stable customer base with an automatically renewing revenue stream, such as the subscription model.

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Merger Software Review Acquisition Social Media 386

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 30, 2019

The “valley of death” is a common term in the startup world, referring to the difficulty of covering the negative cash flow in the early stages of a startup, before their new product or service is bringing in revenue from real customers. It always reduces risk to plan your business first. Apply for contests and business grants.

Intellectual Property 219

Intellectual Property Technical Review Startup Incubator 219

YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 24, 2017

Subscription business models have been around for a pretty long time, but thanks to modern technology, this model has evolved from milk or newspapers delivery to a versatile eCommerce experience. As a starting entrepreneur, you might wonder: why on earth would I want to start a subscription (box) business? Conclusion.

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Churn Rate eCommerce Business Model Bootstrapping 149

The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2021

There are so many businesses around us, and to stay in the game, you need to think of ways to improve your small business revenue. It’s important to remember that every small business needs a different approach. Here are 8 straightforward ways to help you improve your small business. Follow industry best practices.

Small Business 164

Small Business Mobile Revenue Social Media 164

ReadWriteStart

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

The internet and technology have taken over businesses and marketing strategies, so it’s logical that any b2b company would want to capitalize on this medium to stay competitive in the market. . Understanding The Business Model of a B2B Marketplace. Why is it Important to Get your Business Model Right?

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

From connecting to loved ones on the internet to online shopping, technology has swiftly evolved to make our lives easier. So, it’s not surprising that many businesses can be started online today that advocate for convenience, such as subscriptions. Leveraging this for new business promotions is more convenient and effective.

United States 68

United States eCommerce Business Model Technical Review 68

Lightspeed Venture Partners

DECEMBER 3, 2010

Before I try gazing into my crystal ball to see what 2011 will bring for the consumer internet industry, let me first see how I did on last years predictions: 1. The online video networks are doing terrific business, and even Yahoo is benefiting from increased brand spend, seeing revenue growth for the first time in a while.

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Internet eCommerce Advertising Flash 113

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 22, 2021

How do you convince investors that your business model will really work, before you have a revenue stream that exceeds your expenses? Even if you are bootstrapping your business, and you are the only investor, you should be asking yourself the same question. Plan for a real revenue model.

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Business Model Angel Investor Bootstrapping Revenue 414

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 31, 2014

The implications of the decision you make are huge, defining your brand image, your funding requirements, and your long-term business viability. The revenue model you select is basically the implementation of your business strategy, and the key to attaining your financial objectives. Freemium model.

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Revenue Startup Business Model Retention 287

SoCal CTO

MARCH 13, 2007

skip to main | skip to sidebar SoCal CTO Tuesday, March 13, 2007 8 Ways the Internet has Changed Software Marketing Great post - 8 Ways The Internet Changed Software Marketing - is an interesting take on how different it is these days to market software. Good stuff. Posted byTony Karrer at 6:58 AM 1 comments: Jon Miller said.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 21, 2020

Others will work hard on a business plan, and then mail it indiscriminately to every potential investor they can find on the Internet. Investors are buying part of the business, not the product or service. If you haven’t yet finalized the business model, cost projections, and customer segments, you aren’t ready for investors.

Technical Review 310

Technical Review Angel Investor Business Plan Social Media 310

Steve Blank

AUGUST 29, 2011

Max and his partners had interviewed and analyzed over 650 early-stage Internet startups. In May they released the first Startup Genome Report — an in-depth analysis on what makes early-stage Internet startups successful. Today you’re invited to benchmark your own internet startup and see how you compare to the winners.

Software Review 292

Software Review Early Stage Technical Review Startup 292

Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 4, 2013

I recommend you read Fred Wilson’s recent blog post about the need for a well articulated business strategy before pushing a particular business model. He then brought her to board meetings so nobody could accuse him of not having a business model. Business Model. Like DeviantArt.

Technical Review 401

Technical Review Startup Business Model Non-Compete 401

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 7, 2017

The Internet and smartphones have changed everything. Kristin Zhivago, in her classic book “ Roadmap to Revenue ,” makes the point that the selling system is broken, since sellers no longer sell the way customers are buying. Align your business model to how your customers want to buy. Their perception is your reality.

Small Business 147

Small Business Revenue Technical Review Business Model 147

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 8, 2022

The way to start is with a sample financial model, available from many sources on the Internet, such as over 200 downloadable free from the Corporate Finance Institute website. Don’t try to build the “ultimate” business model, for all possible alternatives, in multiple business domains.

Conversion Ratio 368

Conversion Ratio Startup Business Model eCommerce 368

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 14, 2014

The “valley of death” is a common term in the startup world, referring to the difficulty of covering the negative cash flow in the early stages of a startup, before their new product or service is bringing in revenue from real customers. It always reduces risk to plan your business first. Apply for contests and business grants.

Entrepreneur 283

Entrepreneur Intellectual Property Technical Review Incubator 283

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 13, 2014

The real milestone, proving the business model, is that first product sold for full price to a total stranger, leaving him happy. Your revenue model has to make sense. Many of the Internet business plans I see these days say the service is free, and revenue will come later from a huge user base.

Business Model 248

Business Model Sales Customer Distribution 248

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 1, 2017

The “valley of death” is a common term in the startup world, referring to the difficulty of covering the negative cash flow in the early stages of a startup, before their new product or service is bringing in revenue from real customers. It always reduces risk to plan your business first. Apply for contests and business grants.

Product Development 177

Product Development Cost Developer Product 177

Steve Blank

MAY 9, 2017

I’ve watched the Valley go from Microwave Valley – to Defense Valley – to Silicon Valley to Internet Valley. the wave of semiconductor startups in the 1960’s/70’s, the emergence of Venture Capital as a professional industry, the personal computer revolution in 1980’s, the rise of the Internet in the 1990’s and finally.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 29, 2012

For survival, the objective of every business should be to bring in revenues which exceed their costs. Yet I continue to see business plans, or even talk to founders, and can’t find the specifics of the business model anywhere. Try to relate your business model to one that’s already successful and understood.

Business Model 238

Business Model eCommerce Business Plan Revenue 238

Berkonomics

MARCH 23, 2023

The principal drivers of this re-imagination are the hyper-growth of the mobile Internet, consumer-controlled commerce, the rise of big data, and “globality.” The mobile web will become what desktop Internet became in the 1990’s – the standard platform for anyone doing business. Let’s explore examples of these and more.

Mobile 62

Mobile Africa Software Review Technical Review 62

The Startup Magazine

JULY 4, 2021

Most buyers are unsure about the model/brand that’ll suit their needs. They often search the Internet for details like fuel efficiency and mileage. Video streaming and downloads will account for nearly 82% of the internet traffic by 2022. It will help you sell more cars and generate revenues. Video Marketing. Conclusion.

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PPC Marketing Social Media Audience 147

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

The “valley of death” is a common term in the startup world, referring to the difficulty of covering the negative cash flow in the early stages of a startup, before their new product or service is bringing in revenue from real customers. It always reduces risk to plan your business first. Apply for contests and business grants.

Intellectual Property 309

Intellectual Property Technical Review Venture Capital Startup 309

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Every business needs to develop a revenue model even before a product. The alternatives range from giving the product away for free (revenue from ads), to pricing based on costs, to charging what the market will bear (premium pricing). Freemium model – people pay for upgrade.

Revenue 166

Revenue Affiliate Advertising Retention 166

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 4, 2013

Many entrepreneurs work hard on the proof of concept (technical), but skip any proof of the business model (revenue flow). Proving the business model requires a different approach than proving the technical concept. So how do you go about proving the business model? Prove the technical concept.

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Business Model Product Advisory Board Angel Investor 235

YoungUpstarts

MARCH 27, 2019

Innovation not only impacts global economies and business models, but the quality of life of people. Innovation has changed the way people live, work and do business. Businesses can focus on two types of innovation: sustaining innovation and disruptive innovation. And they have the resources to win.

Technical Review 127

Technical Review Business Model Non-Compete Software Review 127

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 12, 2018

The “valley of death” is a common term in the startup world, referring to the difficulty of covering the negative cash flow in the early stages of a startup, before their new product or service is bringing in revenue from real customers. It always reduces risk to plan your business first. Apply for contests and business grants.

Intellectual Property 134

Intellectual Property Technical Review Startup Incubator 134