Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Perhaps it’s because they jumped into this lifestyle because they are passionate and stubborn about following their own vision, and they enjoy being their own boss. Your business is not all about what is best for you, but what is best for your customers. But always be self-aware, and not be afraid to take a hard look in the mirror.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 4, 2017

By now, most of us will have heard about the “Internet of Things” (IoT) and how it will bring benefits like connected homes. On the top end, the value of this impact—including consumer surplus—will be equivalent to about 11 percent of the world economy in 2025. trillion by 2025. It’s a reason to pay attention.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 4, 2017

By now, most of us will have heard about the “Internet of Things” (IoT) and how it will bring benefits like connected homes. On the top end, the value of this impact—including consumer surplus—will be equivalent to about 11 percent of the world economy in 2025. trillion by 2025. It’s a reason to pay attention.

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A Smart Bear: Startups and Marketing for Geeks

OCTOBER 4, 2017

When you’re small, this is a good trade-off, because speed is critical for combating the things that are constantly about to kill the company. Small companies brag about their speed as an advantage, but it’s easy to see why the larger company actually has a massive advantage. A team of one is brittle, but fast. Communication.

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Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 4, 2017

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Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 3, 2017

People have to believe you can help them and that you will deliver what is promised (logic), but, they must also feel good about helping you, trust that their referral will be treated well, and genuinely like the experience they have with your business (emotion.) Emotion : Emotions move us in irrational ways. Tangible referrals.

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Austin Startup

OCTOBER 4, 2017

In this way you don’t have to worry about valuation until the professional money comes in, and they expect this kind of note will be on your balance sheet already. This is rare, but most commonly found when your idea benefits the US military in some way. The US government may actually give you a loan to start your company.

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Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 5, 2017

What about Progressive and Geico? Every product—no matter how small—should be thinking about the brand. Go to your “About Us” page. Think about your prospects. If they’re reading all of these mission statements and About Us pages, why would they choose you over the competition? About the Author.

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Austin Startup

OCTOBER 5, 2017

One of the biggest myths, in my experience, about successful entrepreneurs is that they are generally risk-seeking, risk-loving, uber-optimists who fearlessly run right into unknown unknowns, expecting things to turn out for the best. Yes, they are optimists, but what they’re often optimistic about is their risk mitigation skills.

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Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 6, 2017

There are some tell-tale signs I can speak about as a business owner that I know work for my company and our clients. No, we’re not about to sing the song ‘I gotta a feeling’ by the Black Eyed Peas. Don’t just think PR is about what the public thinks about you or your company. You get a feeling…. What a classic!

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crowdSPRING Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2017

How about a fully-equipped chef’s kitchen? Take it from us: Crowdspring proudly calls Chicago home, and we wouldn’t want it any other way. Maybe a shower or a peaceful outdoor terrace? If these sound appealing, FREO might be worth checking out. 3455 W North Ave.

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Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 4, 2017

She’s also the author of a new book we’re going to talk about today, Entrepreneurial You: Monetize Your Expertise, Create Multiple Income Streams, and Thrive. I would argue that really … People misunderstand, they think entrepreneurship is about risk taking, when actually it’s about being smart and risk mitigation.

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Hearpreneur

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Our business consists of just my wife and I, we do everything ourselves – from photography to website to sending out orders, and his method of finding a shortcut within the shortcut is helping us on a day to day basis. What fascinates me about him (and what I want to learn from him) is how he puts in those extensive work hours.

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crowdSPRING Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2017

A study conducted by digital marketing and branding advocacy firm Ciceron reminds us that: Remember, first impressions are critical to building lasting relationships; a welcome message is that important touchpoint for your email marketing program. ” They go on to elaborate about what their subscribers have to be excited about.

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Post-crisis, I began to notice an increase in people from around the world inquiring about the attractive rates offered within the country. When I started my first business, I didn’t know anything about sales or selling,” says Leah Neaderthal. “It A patient asked a question. If you constantly hear “I wish you guys did XYZ!”

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ConversionXL

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Neurotransmitters can help us understand how design triggers emotion in the human brain. It can help us deal with a threat or an opportunity. A compliment like the above has been positively reinforced our whole life, and theoretically makes most of us feel good. It’s about 50% based on genetics. The biology.

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Austin Startup

OCTOBER 4, 2017

There’s an endless stream of books and articles about how to elicit the right behaviors, how to “be more [company name]”. Contractors (even freelancers) have their own culture to think about. What are they curious about? Ask your own probing questions about their work style and preferences. Let’s fix it.

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Hunter Walker

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

Lots of continued buzz these days in technology circles about Universal Basic Income because it’s assumed UBI is the best (or only) solution for a future where automation and AI dramatically shrink the number of jobs available. So let’s rebuild our education system to think about keeping people employable.

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