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[Review] Startup Communities

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“We need to be like Silicon Valley,” we hear many a startup community organizer around the world intone. But early-stage investor and entrepreneur Bred Feld, the co-founder of VC firms Mobius and Foundry, as well as startup accelerator TechStars , thinks trying to be Silicon Valley is a fool’s errand.

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[Infographic] 10 Silicon Valley Entrepreneurs You May Not Have Heard Of

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Silicon Valley is the pinnacle of a startup community that embodies the very essence of entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation, so much so that many startup ecosystems around the world aspires to be like it. Silicon Valley is the home for dreamers, but more importantly, it is the home for dreamers who do.

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My Advice To Entrepreneurs: Consider Canada For Your Startup

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For aspiring entrepreneurs, it’s hard to resist the allure of Silicon Valley. The access to some of the world’s brightest minds in technology, the proximity to some of the industry’s most influential brands, and the vast networking opportunities in both start-up and investor communities is hard to ignore. While the U.S.

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Tackling The Talent Gap: Best Practices For Uncovering New Hires

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Robust startup economies are popping up in communities all over the country, proving that entrepreneurs can succeed outside of Silicon Valley. stars*, Tech Elevator, Bunker Labs and others in your community which provide access to diverse developers, business leaders, mentors, and board members. Foster what you find.

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Why Successful Startups Go To The UAE

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For an increasing number of successful startups, they are foregoing London, New York, or Silicon Valley for the business-friendly UAE. In fact, some have dubbed it the Silicon Valley of the Middle East. The competition is fierce and investors are just as savvy here as they are in London or Silicon Valley.

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The 4 Best Cities In America For Startups

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If you really want to make it, you need to go somewhere that allows you to network with the thriving tech community. Everyone knows that Silicon Valley has been, historically speaking, the source of much innovation. There is just one problem – you can’t do it alone. San Francisco is already well publicized.

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A Feeling Of Belonging – It’s Priceless In The Workplace

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The comfort of friendships and the safety derived from being part of a community have always been one of the most powerful forces shaping our human experience. Shawn is currently he Director of Organizational Development and Workplace Trends at a Silicon Valley startup, Bluescape. It shouldn’t.