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The Due Diligence Hierarchy of Pain

View from Seed

When a founder is raising money, he/she should expect that any serious investor will conduct some level of due diligence before getting to yes. More mature companies will have to answer more detailed questions around their tech, product, and business. This could look somewhat different depending on the maturity of the business.

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Technology, Innovation, and Great Power Competition  – 2022 Wrap Up

Steve Blank

We just wrapped up the second year of our Technology, Innovation, and Great Power Competition class – now part of our Stanford Gordian Knot Center for National Security Innovation. government agencies, our federal research labs, and government contractors no longer have exclusive access to these advanced technologies.

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6 Reasons Technical Expertise Does Not Make A Startup

Startup Professionals Musings

Some pundits argue that the E-Myth principle is now outdated, due to the instant access to information via the Internet, pervasive networking via social media, and courses on entrepreneurship at all levels of education. In the interim, I recommend you use advisors, social media, and the Internet to find your alter-ego.

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19 Entrepreneurs List Their Favorite Technology Innovation

Hearpreneur

Technology innovation is driving advancements in various industries, shaping our world today. From AI and machine learning to biotechnology, technology is revolutionizing our lives. This was the birth of my most successful technology innovation. Thanks to Shammika Munugoda, Apptimistic ! #2-

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The Biggest Challenges Of Hiring A Remote Team

The Startup Magazine

A remote workforce can have many benefits including: Access to a wider range of candidates who don’t have to live in commuting distance Costs saved due to reduced office space needs Happier employees as a result of no commute and flexible working hour options Of course, hiring a remote workforce does come with its challenges. CCO Licensed.

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Customer Trust Is An Opportunity With A Huge Payback

Startup Professionals Musings

With the ITRC 2021 End-of-Year Data Breach Report revealing a 68 percent increase in stolen sensitive personal information, there is a growing population out there worried about all the people intent on hurting them. But that is just the beginning of the opportunity to provide or take advantage of the new power and tools on the Internet.

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5 Copywriting Tips For Tech Startups To Captivate The Target Audience

YoungUpstarts

Copywriting the website content for a tech startup can be a critical part of spreading your brand image and awareness. Research has shown that a visitor takes only a few seconds to decide whether the information on a website can be useful for them or not. Focus on Information. Outsource if Needed. Sound Human.