YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 12, 2020

While you might think your new venture is too small fry to attract cybercriminals, your network vulnerabilities and lack of cybersecurity knowledge could make your business an easy target. You must also routinely review your data security plan as you hire more employees and create more departments. Facial recognition.

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Steve Blank

JANUARY 17, 2023

Three types of organizations – Incubators, Accelerators and Venture Studios – have emerged to reduce the risk of early-stage startup failure by helping teams find product/market fit and raise initial capital. They do the most to de-risk the early stages of a startup. How Venture Studios Work.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

Every startup lucky enough to get some traction gets to the point where they decide to hire some “regular employees” for sales, marketing, and administrative tasks. What they should be doing is hiring only “entrepreneurs,” meaning people who think and act as if this is their own business.

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Steve Blank

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Most of her lessons were applicable to any government employee venturing out to the private sector. In a business development role you’re out shaping the perception of your company in the market (networking), determining leads, and contacting leads. At first many start-ups hire a lobbying firm. Read part one here.

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Steve Blank

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Most of her lessons were applicable to any government employee venturing out to the private sector. At the Agency , 85% of my time was spent navigating bureaucracy and equities, arguing for resources and permission for operations, and dealing with the bottom rung of employees, all while making decisions with little data or data overload.

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Duct Tape Marketing

APRIL 20, 2022

Rolling Out The Red Carpet For Your Employees written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with Donna Cutting. In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Donna Cutting. How do we get an hourly employee who has never received red carpet customer service, to give it?

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 1, 2019

It might seem easier to put off thinking about your first essential new hires. Try to do it all and you’ll spend a lot of time learning new skills (that you’ll eventually hire for) when you should be focusing on growing your business. A marketing maven. Here’s what to look for in a marketing maven: Find a storyteller.

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Duct Tape Marketing

MAY 5, 2022

The Role Operations Plays In Marketing written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with Sara Nay. In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Sara Nay. Sara is the COO at Duct Tape Marketing, Co-Founder at Spark Lab Consulting, and host of the Agency Spark Podcast.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

Every startup lucky enough to get some traction gets to the point where they decide to hire some “regular employees” for sales, marketing, and administrative tasks. What they should be doing is hiring only “entrepreneurs,” meaning people who think and act as if this is their own business.

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The Startup Magazine

MAY 20, 2024

For small businesses, hiring the right team is crucial for success and growth. Effective hiring not only fills a position but also brings in fresh energy and ideas, enhancing overall productivity. In this guide, we’ll share practical hiring tips tailored for small businesses. Image Source 1.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 26, 2023

Overcoming Lost Accounts Through the Power of Networking During their first year of business , Rob Walters and Mike Liyeos toured the United States to deepen their understanding of the market. The co-founders experienced initial hiccups in their internal hiring processes, too.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 1, 2016

One of the crucial steps in getting your business up and running is to hire your first employees. is probably not the best approach to hiring for your business. Hiring must be a priority or at the very least, scheduled into your busy day to ensure it is done effectively. What will help to attract these employees?

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Up and Running

MAY 9, 2017

Here at Palo Alto Software , we take hiring pretty seriously. I should know—we just wrapped up a lengthy hiring process within the marketing department. After months of searching, dozens of interviews, and sifting through countless resumes, we finally hired a new managing editor for Bplans.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 24, 2012

Consider for a moment the annoying, interruptive, often obnoxious nature of traditional marketing. A number of studies are showing that people no longer pay much attention to traditional marketing as they progress through the ‘buyer’s decision journey. Of course, not everyone in the marketing world clings to worn-out methods.

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The cost will vary based on how many employees there are and whether those workers have accounting degrees or other professional certifications. Office Space and Staffing: Once you’ve settled on a business structure, you’ll need to determine where your office will be and how many employees you’ll need.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 17, 2021

Accomplished entrepreneurs often pride themselves on being able to spot a gap in the market from a mile away. Further education courses are usually home to a wonderful mix of individuals from countless different cultures and nationalities, and as you will probably be aware off if you own a business, networking is essential.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 17, 2018

As a new entrepreneur or business owner, the most important thing you will do is hire talent. Hiring = Sales. Robert Metcalfe, co-founder and CEO of 3Com, says you need to think about it as “recruiting, not hiring”. What does the right hire look like? Know When To Hire. Make Time For Hiring.

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Duct Tape Marketing

DECEMBER 7, 2022

How Modern Marketers Earn Trust Today written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with Melanie Deziel. In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Melanie Deziel. Questions I ask Melanie Deziel: [2:25] How does trust fit into marketing? [3:37] Storyfuel.co.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 18, 2016

According to a study commissioned by Elance-oDesk & Millennial Branding, millennials were the largest generation in the workforce in 2015 but employers were having a hard time hiring them and, once they were hired, it was also hard to retain them. Encouragement. Encourage millennials often. Technology.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Most experts agree that the pace of business change is increasing , and all the business owners I know are struggling to keep up, much less surpass the wealth of global competitors now entering the market. Highlight the competitive edge you bring to the market. Use test marketing to identify changes before scale-up.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2011

We hear all the time about the importance of hiring the right people and the expanding universe of advice can be overwhelming; hire slow and fire fast, only hire the “right&# candidate; ask probing questions; check all references; blah blah blah. So to start, here’s why hiring sucks: 1.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

This could be as simple as painting your storefront or making sure that all of your employees stick to a dress code, but sometimes presentation can go further than that. Having professional photos done of your team, individual employees, and even of your office space can greatly impact the success of your business.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 12, 2019

Most entrepreneurs realize and budget for the additional costs of incorporating a business, marketing, equipment costs, and manufacturing. You find that you need to be near major customers, or employee transportation hubs, where rents are higher than you ever anticipated. Ramp-up facilities and utilities required.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 28, 2020

To begin again, to start anew, to have a fresh, blank slate — the corporate advantages of hiring entry level employees, strong professionals at their career beginnings, seem self-explanatory. In any economy, successful entry-level hiring is a crucial aspect of corporate success. Job Descriptions: Details Matter.

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Duct Tape Marketing

APRIL 28, 2022

3 Steps For Creating The Perfect Recruitment Strategy written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch. And I think these problems can be solved with a marketing solution. 1:29] Why I think it can be solved with a marketing solution. [2:01] Like this show? Duct Tape Transcript.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2024

As a business owner, it is crucial to keep up with the constantly evolving market to stay competitive. The capacity to promptly adapt to market demands and take calculated risks can assist in staying ahead of competitors. No two employees are the same, and your management plan should reflect that. According to statistics, 48.4%

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 24, 2014

Every startup lucky enough to get some traction gets to the point where they decide to hire some “regular employees” for sales, marketing, and administrative tasks. What they should be doing is hiring only “entrepreneurs,” meaning people who think and act as if this is their own business.

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Duct Tape Marketing

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

The Secret Sauce For Smarter Marketing Execution written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with Clare Price. In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Clare Price. Take The Marketing Assessment: Like this show? The answer: Smart execution.

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Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 8, 2023

How to Become a Fractional CMO written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing Ever heard of a fractional CMO ? Imagine wielding the power of a marketing wizard without having to afford their six-figure salary. You see, as marketers we often forget that less can be more; but not when it comes to knowledge and expertise!

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crowdSPRING Blog

JANUARY 27, 2013

We write often about ways small business can reduce expense, increase productivity, and operate more efficiently through a lean approach to marketing, technology, and operations. Today I want to write briefly about a strategy we have used to very good effect when hiring new workers: outsource. Reduce, reduce, reduce. Expense, that is.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2023

Hufnagel, who possesses an intrinsically driven personality, leads with passionate optimism that pushes him beyond obstacles—and he looks for employees who share his unbridled enthusiasm. He knows that quality of startup hiring is linked to the tone the founder sets for the company. He seeks zeal in potential hires. “We

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Up and Running

AUGUST 30, 2021

We also usually don’t know all the ins and outs of the market we want to get into. For Alex at Origin , a scheduling and booking platform for outdoor guiding companies, he soon realized that for the company to grow exponentially, they’d need thousands of customers because of how fragmented the market is. But he has passion.

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The Startup Magazine

MAY 27, 2023

Social media can not only provide you with a free marketing platform that connects you to a whole host of audiences and allows you to embed videos and other links, but your social media pages can function as a temporary substitute for your website while that’s still a distant prospect. Loans might end up being the most consistent answer.

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ReadWriteStart

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

For example, they may avoid digital marketing altogether, saving thousands of dollars in the process. But when you cut something that is essential in business — it is problematic; digital marketing is the best way for a startup to increase brand awareness and attract new paying customers. Employees are Your Largest Investment.

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Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

They were able to take their market valuation to $1.0 Don’t hire full time, outsource your project. As a SaaS startup, you would be better off outsourcing components of your project compared to hiring full-time developers. You will also have to build the infrastructure to house full-time employees.

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Up and Running

MAY 6, 2020

It may be difficult for businesses to even think about potential hires at a time like this , but developing a strategy for retaining and attracting top talent will put them in the driver’s seat when things turn for the better. . Your current employees can be powerful allies in your recruitment activities. In an article for Inc.

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Duct Tape Marketing

DECEMBER 22, 2020

2021 Trends for Small Business Marketing Consultants written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch . In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I am expanding on the theme of the trend I started last week. Trends for 2021 for Small Business Marketing Consultants.

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