Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 30, 2022

As a potential investor, I always think of the high rate of failure of disruptive technologies, due to the longer learning curve of customers, infrastructure change consistently required, and higher marketing costs. If you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it. Be sure to hire and cultivate new talent with the right mindset.

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Transformify

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

This shift has necessitated the need for effective contractor management. But what exactly is contractor management, and how can businesses successfully navigate this new terrain? This guide explores contractor management, its systems and software, and the keys to success in this field. What is Contractor Management?

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Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

97% of business owners say that online business reputation management is important. Let’s explore the breadth of your digital footprint and help you establish a framework for managing your reputation online. Online or digital reputation management is the act of influencing how people perceive your company or brand online.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 22, 2014

If you find it hard to trust others, love to work alone, always have to be in control, or insist on micro-managing, you probably won’t find a partner who will satisfy you. Does not need to be managed. Partner decisions are more important than hiring decisions. You may be too independent to be partner material.

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SoCal CTO

APRIL 27, 2011

Several people have recently come to me to help them source and/or hire full-time CTOs for their startup having found me through my post that looks at: Startup CTO Salary and Equity Data. The first thing I do is suggest they explore if they really need to hire a full-time CTO for their startup and if so, what kind of CTO they need.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 28, 2020

Also referred to as a virtual or geographically dispersed team, a distributed team is a group of people who work as a team across time, space, and organizational boundaries. Remote workers are hired regardless of their location (e.g., However, setting up and managing one entails some challenges. Distributed Teams: An Overview.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 16, 2017

If they or you find it hard to trust others, love to work alone, always have to be in control, or insist on micro-managing, it may be time for change or looking elsewhere. Neither partner needs to be managed. Partner decisions are more important than team member hiring decisions. Brings complementary skills and experience.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

If you find it hard to trust others, love to work alone, always have to be in control, or insist on micro-managing, you probably won’t find a partner who will satisfy you. Does not need to be managed. Partner decisions are more important than hiring decisions. You may be too independent to be partner material.

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SoCal CTO

APRIL 27, 2011

Several people have recently come to me to help them source and/or hire full-time CTOs for their startup having found me through my post that looks at: Startup CTO Salary and Equity Data. The first thing I do is suggest they explore if they really need to hire a full-time CTO for their startup and if so, what kind of CTO they need.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2020

Hiring too much or not enough. Hiring is one of the most challenging parts of running a business, no matter how large or small your operation is. From finding a qualified pool of applicants to interviewing, verifying references, and filing the hiring paperwork, just managing and recruiting employees is a full time job.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 29, 2011

If you find it hard to trust others, love to work alone, always have to be in control, or insist on micro-managing, you probably won’t find a partner who will satisfy you. Does not need to be managed. Partner decisions are more important than hiring decisions. You may be too independent to be partner material.

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 10, 2020

Many organizations have implemented software to weed out weak resumes. The software like Wordle can help you create a word cloud to prepare your resume. Due to the increment of the popularity of a digital resume, it is not difficult to post URLs on your resume. References and Testimonials. Relevant URLs.

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Gust

APRIL 13, 2014

If you find it hard to trust others, love to work alone, always have to be in control, or insist on micro-managing, you probably won’t find a partner who will satisfy you. Does not need to be managed. Partner decisions are more important than hiring decisions. You may be too independent to be partner material.

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Up and Running

JULY 28, 2022

A business structure refers to how an organization is structured as recognized in a given jurisdiction. Partnership – Formed by two or more owners in agreement on how to start, manage and operate a business. Still, you can use accounting software or work with a tax professional. Decide on the proper business structure.

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Startup Lessons Learned

OCTOBER 20, 2008

Lessons Learned by Eric Ries Monday, October 20, 2008 The engineering managers lament I was inspired to write The product managers lament while meeting with a startup struggling to figure out what had gone wrong with their product development process. This engineering manager is a smart guy, and very experienced.

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Duct Tape Marketing

APRIL 19, 2023

The Benefits of Hiring A Virtual Assistant For Your Business Growth written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing Marketing Podcast with Rob Levin In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Rob Levin. He is also the managing member of the Oasis Strategy Group and CEO of RSL Media.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 24, 2010

If you find it hard to trust others, love to work alone, always have to be in control, or insist on micro-managing, you probably won’t find a partner who will satisfy you. Does not need to be managed. Partner decisions are more important than hiring decisions. You may be too independent to be partner material.

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ConversionXL

JUNE 16, 2022

A marketing playbook is a reference guide that outlines how a business will manage its marketing on a particular channel or campaign. Each person in the content team will refer to this section to find out their role and responsibilities in the overall workflow. Marketing software. Usage policies. Automated replies.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 5, 2019

Many companies hire remote teams, and this comes with plenty of advantages. But, with the right hiring strategies, tools, and communication, you can experience all the positives of this structure while reigning in the challenges. The first step to creating a successful remote team is hiring people who can work independently.

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Up and Running

MAY 12, 2020

Not only is it necessary due to the coronavirus, but it could potentially give you a strategic long-term advantage against current competitors and help you avoid massive overhead. And, if you combine it with a monthly plan review meeting when you’re up and running, you’ll be doubly equipped to handle whatever comes your way. .

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Austin Startup

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

(Almost) everything you need to know (but are afraid to ask) before you wistfully ask a product manager to coffee so they will help you find a job. TL;DR Product management is a unique and poorly understood discipline, especially as it applies to software and other tech-related companies.

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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. Vet them appropriately.

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Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

I’m a mom, a full-time sales manager, and recruiter. Angels invest in one out of every forty deals they review (2.5%) versus the one out of 400 by VC’s (0.25%). Your dentist may want to invest in your new software, but she doesn’t know what SaaS is, and Software as a Service doesn’t help her, either. Go for the gut.

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 29, 2020

Personal protective equipment (PPE) are now being routinely used to ensure health and safety, virtual shopping is at an all-time high due to qurantine and lockdown, and physical interactions have been limited to mobile and online platforms. Also, companies are using them to onboard new hires and even for continuous learning.

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Up and Running

MARCH 25, 2021

Review your supplier relationships and see if it’s worthwhile to pursue lower-cost alternatives. Did a crucial piece of equipment fail and cause a substantial budget overage due to the emergency call-out fees and replacement parts? If you find such instances, review the contracts and ensure they don’t have minimum timeframes.

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Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Download our free Startup Checklist and review the complete guide for starting a small business. Diving into the financials, dealing with vendors, the hiring process, or a variety of other tasks—no one is passionate about every facet of business operations. Need help tracking your progress? Be passionate about your business idea.

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Gust

DECEMBER 22, 2011

It’s possible to have a company with literally millions of customers (users) that employs only a handful of people, working in a small rented office, with hardware and software costing in the tens of thousands rather than millions of dollars. One common mistake is to equate “IP” with “code” or other technical contributions.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 19, 2019

When you’re engaged in business, it’s important to be prepared for worst-case scenarios, like accidents due to incorrect machine operation, chemical spills, or slip and falls in the workplace. For your safety guidelines, make sure to post visible work safety charts or boards for your employees to refer to now and then.

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Up and Running

MAY 6, 2020

Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, those gains have disappeared – at least for the time being. . 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. .

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Austin Startup

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

The Financier (Finance Manager): Assesses the viability & profitability of the business and product — This is vital when looking for investors. Additionally, your Finance Manager should understand the relationship between data, decisions, and people. Find someone who complements your skill-set and experience.

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Up and Running

JUNE 28, 2021

For example, payroll can refer to: The employees you pay, which also includes employee information. Dissatisfied employees won’t work hard to impress you, leave your start-up in droves and write bad reviews for your company. Employers can use a clock-in/time management system to ensure they’re accurately maintaining employee hours.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 5, 2018

And you’ve likely heard of the old adage, “Hire slowly, fire fast.” As a manager or founder, sometimes you have to put your feelings aside to do what’s best for the company. For example, perhaps you want to fire someone for low performance reviews last year. Utilize absence management software to avoid these types of issues.

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SoCal CTO

APRIL 9, 2013

I just got an email asking about exactly this: I''m with a new company that needs some software built, but doesn''t need (or have the resources for) a large staff of software developers. Do not fall into the trap of Startups and a Common Misunderstanding in Agile Software Development. What are the review periods?

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The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Adriana Rozo-Angulo is an expert resource in data and analytics, using software and systems to help managers keep track of time and resources, and using blended approaches to project management. We interviewed Adriana to get more insights into her process management expertise and her exciting entrepreneurial journey….

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Seeing Both Sides

APRIL 28, 2011

But if you are a competent engineer, sales executive, online marketer or general manager in Silicon Valley, NYC, Boston or other start-up hotspots, the unemployment rate is 0%. CNN recently reported that 40% of the 130,000 job openings in Silicon Valley are for software engineers. 2) Hiring Inexperience. Immediately.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 14, 2017

There’s a mistaken belief among young people that they cannot get a well-paid job due to the lack of experience and qualification. According to the reasons why they refer essay services, the customers are divided into 4 types. Weak time-managers. Writers take as many orders as they can manage. Lazy-bones. A good salary.

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mashable.com

NOVEMBER 30, 2010

Brett Miller is the president of Custom Software by Preston (CSP). For more than 10 years CSP has impressed clients with highly effective software solutions and teams of multi-talented software engineers. The underlying questions to ask here are simple: Do you want to manage the small details of the project?

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