Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 7, 2020

In the short term you need customers to find you at any price, and in the longer term you need revenue, profit, and return loyalty. Although his focus is naturally on bigger companies, I contend that his recommended strategies apply equally well to entrepreneurs and startups: Demand a mindset of deep thinking for the long term.

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Hearpreneur

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

It’s becoming increasingly important for every business to have at least basic technology to run daily operations in the current day society. Despite the glowing positive side of it, technology also has negative implications on business, especially in this cyber-crime era. Photo Credit: Todd Ramiln. Photo Credit: Will Yang.

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ReadWriteStart

APRIL 8, 2023

It becomes even more interesting in the world of emerging technologies and the IoT. In 2023, mobile commerce will remain in demand and grow even further. In fact, the small brand is likely to become a rising industry star due to the established trust, convenient delivery times, and various payment options available in the marketplace.

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 20, 2017

million in capital to build out its operations in 4 cities: New York City , Los Angeles , Chicago and Washington D.C. So how did a company that provides storage grow so fast (we’ll exit 2017 with 10’s of millions in recurring revenue), why is it so defensible and is it really a tech startup? years of software development.

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Hearpreneur

JANUARY 22, 2023

We've also seen extensive use of technology and increased remote working. As a result, businesses in this field should leverage technology to provide interactive, easy-to-understand educational content that can help customers make health-related decisions and maintain healthy habits. Thanks to Erik Pham, Health Canal ! #2-

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Operating a business in the twenty-first century is quite difficult. In addition to the complexities of business operations, companies face extreme competition in the market. Similarly, customers are more knowledgeable, aware, and conscious to choose from the variety out there, which slows down the company’s revenue and growth.

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Start Up Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Business disruption is not caused by technology alone. 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. Then along came ChatGPT.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 27, 2019

Unfortunately, such a high number does not translate to an equal level of revenues. An even more surprising statistic is that over 60% of all business-related revenues are collected by large corporations, the likes of which include Apple, Facebook, Amazon, Google, and similar. Small business failure is a high risk for any startup.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Expecting to access a seamless digital experience on demand is more like a value. And here’s the thing: Almost all businesses have digital operations, so you may think yours is meeting customer expectations. They might lack an aligned vision, or encounter resistance, or have the wrong technology. Most likely yes.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 4, 2023

This blog aims to guide you through the process, from the initial steps of conducting market research to operational management, hiring staff, and more. Dry carpet cleaning is a niche that is rapidly growing as homeowners and commercial establishments opt for these services due to their swift execution and deep-cleaning performance.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 19, 2016

by Gadiel Morantes , chief revenue officer at Early Growth Financial Services. Think of a tech startup the same way. Forty-six percent of those cases fall short due to issues of “incompetence,” which can allude to any type of structural snafu. Be diligent about income and expenses and how each relates to your milestones.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 20, 2020

For starters Uber itself has had to lay off 27% of its workforce due to the pandemic and has been severely impacted financially from the crisis with no immediate respite in sight. Even more likely is eventual technology disruption where drones deliver foods and make it hard for existing car delivery services to compete.

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YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 30, 2015

by Jack Narcotta, Devices Analyst at Technology Business Research. Google recorded revenue of $16.2 billion in operating income in 4Q14. Google will amplify total advertising revenue volume as a means to counter the effects of declining cost-per-click as new competitors emerge in mobile ads. billion and generated $4.1

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Startup Lessons Learned

AUGUST 20, 2020

Lines at food pantries were hundreds of cars and hours long, as the food security system struggled to keep up with unprecedented demand. Some food banks saw demand 3-4x normal, just as their volunteer base shrunk due to worries about COVID-19 infection. Food banks were seeing increased demand, but struggling to meet that demand.

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Board Effect

MARCH 22, 2022

In recent years, economic disruptions and technological advancements were already challenging community bank boards when COVID-19 emerged. The pandemic revealed just how innovative and agile community banks could be as they moved swiftly to adapt their operating strategies and continue serving the new needs of their customers.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 14, 2015

by Jack Narcotta, Devices Analyst at Technology Business Research. Lenovo’s modest overall revenue growth in calendar 2Q15 – 3.1% Lenovo’s modest overall revenue growth in calendar 2Q15 – 3.1% Additionally, lower profits in PCs – operating profit fell 7.8% year-to-year to $10.7 year-to-year to $10.7 year-to-year to $7.3

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

by Kristy Campbell, Chief Operating Officer at Rev1 Ventures. However, with this growth comes higher demand and more competition for top talent. At Rev1, we’re knee deep in helping startups build and scale in the Midwest, including direct support for attracting executive and tech talent. Be honest about your weaknesses.

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Hearpreneur

JULY 13, 2022

Technology has proved to have a great driver of the rise of ‘future industries’ and those that were previously seen to be tech-proof. The demand for renewable energy is only going to increase in the coming years, as countries around the world commit to reducing their carbon footprints. 1- Network marketing is one such industry.

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The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Technology has rapidly transformed the world we live in today, and few sectors have progressed as much as the healthcare industry. trillion , and its significant size can largely be credited to technology. One such technology that’s had a massive impact on the sector is process automation. Enhance Revenue Cycle Management.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

The main thrust of the post is that with YouTube taking a 45% of revenue and talent taking 70% of the remaining revenue, YouTube Networks didn’t have sustainable businesses unless they invested heavily in technology as a tool to increase margin and provide defensibility. That is the definition of Disruptive Technology.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 23, 2017

The combination of services and infrastructure traditionally housed under one roof – underwriting, research, sales & trading, supported by large back office operations, and monitored by compliance systems – will remain at the sector’s core. However each component will change dramatically. Research and Trading.

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ConversionXL

MARCH 17, 2021

At the time we were planning a workshop for B2B tech startups from the IMEC accelerator (Ghent, Belgium) and had a chance to interview many of the companies that had signed up. Buyers became more critical due to a reduction in reosurces and as a result the entire process started to involve more people ultimately taking longer to close.

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YoungUpstarts

JULY 13, 2020

SIP, which stands for Session Initiation Protocol, and is one of the more common protocols in voice over internet protocol (VoIP) technologies. SIP trunking is the tech all businesses need to conduct real-time audio and video sessions between multiple parties. Customer Service Provides More Revenue. What Is SIP? Compatibility.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Here we discuss how you need to handle data efficiently to enhance the organizational functions and boost business growth: Enhance Customer Experience: Reviewing the data produced by your sales department regarding the customers can give you great insights. Each product has a diverse customer base and demand trends.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Diversifying revenue streams (35%). It would be difficult to find a small business that didn’t need to adapt their operations in some form due to the pandemic. Staying nimble to meet the demand of new market needs and demands is crucial to maintaining the health of your business, whether there is a pandemic or not.

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Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 27, 2011

You have to understand whether they’re likely to yield revenue growth in the near term OR whether you have access to cheap enough capital to fund your losses until your investments pay off. Exec Summary: Most companies (98+%) in the world (even tech startups) should be very profit focused. Simplifying: Revenue -.

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Hearpreneur

AUGUST 11, 2021

Every waking day, we are having tremendous changes in regulations and technology which greatly affects the way businesses operate. Some entrepreneurs will say the future is definitely bright but to others, some of these changes are meant to work against their expansion and business operations. 8- More digital.

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Board Effect

JULY 23, 2023

Technology and Governance The word “governance” stems from the Latin word gubernare , which means to steer or rule. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) code requires nonprofit organizations to exist for charitable purposes. The term “data governance” is evolving as technology begins to take center stage in every industry.

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David Teten

AUGUST 19, 2019

A new wave of Revenue-Based Investors are emerging who are using creative investing structures with some of the upside of traditional VC, but some of the downside protection of debt. I believe that Revenue-Based Investing (“RBI”) VCs are on the forefront of what will become a major segment of the venture ecosystem. He said, . “[W]e

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 31, 2019

Smart entrepreneurs are just now starting to look at this option again, due to its unpredictability and the challenges of running a public company. Too many startups have experienced early financial losses and technical glitches, like Uber and the Zynga IPO a while back, which antagonized individual investors and startup executives as well.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

APRIL 27, 2020

Here are five ways to use technology to improve customer satisfaction: 1. This perennial omnichannel cycle is not only useful for the customers but continues to generate more revenue. Using technology, you can glean the same feedback much more efficiently. They help save the operating costs of a business. Conduct Surveys.

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David Teten

JANUARY 19, 2021

More and more startups are pursuing Revenue-Based VCs , but “RBI” doesn’t fit everyone. From RBI, Flexible VCs borrow the ability to reap meaningful returns without demanding founders build for an exit. Our categorization is not a technical one. Flexible VC 101: Equity Meets Revenue Share. Flexible VC 102: Variations.

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Up and Running

AUGUST 24, 2020

Let’s explore the latest trends in information technology and 4 practical tips for how your business can leverage them during your recovery. Tech Trends For Businesses in 2020-2021. Many technology trends that have slowly been making traction, have seen an unprecedented boost in the past year. Marketplaces Like Upwork.

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Steve Blank

MARCH 15, 2017

But what I wanted was an agile marketing team capable of operating independently without day-to-day direction. And it was going to mention the two words that marketing needed to live and breathe: revenue and profit. We will accomplish this through demand-creation activities (advertising, PR, tradeshows, seminars, web sites, etc.),

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 4, 2016

This integral element of most businesses is woven through every aspect of operations. Suppliers also have machinery and technology issues to contend with as they create customized products. trillion in profits due to cost-saving and increased revenues. Employ Demand Forecasting and Inventory Planning Solutions.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 5, 2019

While online transactions have done much to help retailers and consumers alike, the technology has also opened up avenues for new kinds of fraud. Friendly fraud, however unintentional, represents an increasing loss of revenue for online merchants, but it’s not insurmountable. Others, though, occur through preventable mistakes.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 7, 2019

That would be absolutely disastrous for your company – and it’s such a waste of potential revenue. 23% of startups fail due to lack of expertise, skills and motivation. One of the reasons is that modern technology has made it increasingly possible to manage projects effectively this way. Hire the right key people.

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