Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 1, 2023

While entrepreneurs often have to make pivots and react to unforeseen challenges, constantly thinking about the worst case scenario will place undue stress on your body and drain your mind of resources that are better used in more productive ways. For some people, it’s quiet meditation, and for others it’s a vigorous workout at the gym.

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ConversionXL

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Pivot the product entirely. Not because they have a conversion problem but because they never really nail the product or how to market it. The most common mistake startups make is assuming they can operate the same way big companies do, and expect success with little to no feedback from potential customers. This is not a conversion problem.

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 10, 2010

I don’t find this surprising at all. In fact, I said as much in September 09 at a Twitter conference in LA on a panel that Guy Kawasaki was moderating. and listening for about 90 seconds. There’s also a segment that I like from minute 12.30 Short answer: quality is more important than quantity). Think about the creative tension.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 1, 2020

While entrepreneurs often have to make pivots and react to unforeseen challenges, constantly thinking about the worst case scenario will place undue stress on your body and drain your mind of resources that are better used in more productive ways. For some people, it’s quiet meditation, and for others it’s a vigorous workout at the gym.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 8, 2020

The alternative is to spend big money later on pivots, lost credibility with investors, and delays at rollout trying to build visibility and credibility. The alternative is to spend big money later on pivots, lost credibility with investors, and delays at rollout trying to build visibility and credibility.

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Austin Startup

OCTOBER 21, 2020

I was counseling some big brands when the pandemic hit, and they were more concerned about keeping their business alive in its current form rather than rethinking that approach and pivoting. Maybe because the second they pivoted, they could unravel the foundational conventions they helped to create. This Proves it?—?The

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Up and Running

AUGUST 24, 2020

Uncertainty is the most daunting part of entrepreneurship. That uncertainty has likely been compounded exponentially this year. But one thing is certain— in a time of crisis, innovations have assumed a head-spinning pace, rendering outdated approaches extinct and causing many companies to completely reinvent the way that they work.

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YoungUpstarts

JULY 14, 2020

by Christopher Moore, Chief Marketing Officer at Quiet Light Brokerage. If your business can pivot effectively, there are actually quite a few opportunities to both improve your business’s short-term revenue and long-term value through COVID-19. The coronavirus pandemic has been going on for months. Branch into “Small Luxury”.

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Rembrandt Communications

AUGUST 3, 2020

No matter what’s going on in the world, it’s always a good idea to take some quiet time and think. As things move around you, think about your business and how you can pivot to be as successful as possible. How do you use content in a crisis? The right words can help you thrive instead of just survive. Don’t worry. You are not alone.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Once the backbone of the Texan economy and culture, ranching had experienced a quiet phase. Thus, creating a well-researched business plan, backed by both modern insights and age-old wisdom, is pivotal. However, recent years have seen a resurgence in its popularity. But for every aspiring rancher, there are potential pitfalls.

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Reid Hoffman

AUGUST 20, 2020

“Starting a company is like jumping off a cliff and assembling a plane on the way down.”. The reason I like using this metaphor is because it makes it very clear that the default outcome for almost any startup is failure. That’s one of the reasons why Ben Casnocha and I advised people to adopt ABZ Planning in our book, The Startup of You.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 16, 2016

My experience has shown me that it’s time to evolve or pivot as a business when leaders spot an opportunity to seize something great, even if the directions to get there are uncharted or feel ambiguous. When businesses begin booming, that’s typically a good thing. But by year 10, just one-third remain in operation.

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Startup Lessons Learned

AUGUST 8, 2012

So we’ve closed out that selection form, and we’re pivoting to a new process. This post was co-written by Eric Ries and Sarah Milstein , co-hosts of The Lean Startup Conference this fall. Last week , we announced the date and venue for The Lean Startup Conference: Dec 3 - 4, 2012 at the InterContintenal in SF.

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Steve Blank

AUGUST 27, 2012

A founder’s skill is knowing how to recognize new patterns and to pivot on a dime. A Pivot a Week. We got to pivot now.” So when we had a few minutes alone I offered Yuri that he was misusing the word “pivot” and confusing it with “ whatever I feel like at the moment.” And that’s where the problem was. he’d declare. “We

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Up and Running

JULY 2, 2018

Entrepreneurs are actually proven to be happier and healthier than employees who work for someone else. It is uniquely rewarding to own and grow a business. That said, there are plenty of obstacles in the way. This is why failures are so common. Hiring is a minefield for startups, but with the right approach, you can recruit top talent.

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 20, 2013

They seem to all have avoided shiny objects, hard pivots or the latest fad. I have a saying that I employ as a powerful metaphor at every startup with whom I work – “beware of shiny new objects.” Yet sadly most startups have “shiny object” obsessions. The new thing. The shiny object. YouTube videos. FLAT design.

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conversionxl.com

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Pivot the product entirely. Not because they have a conversion problem but because they never really nail the product or how to market it. The most common mistake startups make is assuming they can operate the same way big companies do, and expect success with little to no feedback from potential customers. This is not a conversion problem.

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Berkonomics

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Do you have a “quiet genius” staffed in the wrong place? In many companies, there are quiet geniuses, wanting to work on projects outside of the daily focus of the department or company. In many companies, there are quiet geniuses, wanting to work on projects outside of the daily focus of the department or company.

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Hearpreneur

AUGUST 27, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of organizational development, creating a conducive environment for thoughtful contemplation, strategic planning, and sustainable growth is paramount. In an era marked by rapid changes and evolving challenges, carving out space for introspection and innovation is essential for an organization's success.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 1, 2018

While entrepreneurs often have to make pivots and react to unforeseen challenges, constantly thinking about the worst case scenario will place undue stress on your body and drain your mind of resources that are better used in more productive ways. For some people, it’s quiet meditation, and for others it’s a vigorous workout at the gym.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 9, 2014

The alternative is to spend big money later on pivots, lost credibility with investors, and delays at rollout trying to build visibility and credibility. The alternative is to spend big money later on pivots, lost credibility with investors, and delays at rollout trying to build visibility and credibility.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 1, 2017

While entrepreneurs often have to make pivots and react to unforeseen challenges, constantly thinking about the worst case scenario will place undue stress on your body and drain your mind of resources that are better used in more productive ways. For some people, it’s quiet meditation, and for others it’s a vigorous workout at the gym.

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crowdSPRING Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2012

Why We’re Pivoting from Mobile-first to Web-first – [link]. Every day on the crowdSPRING Twitter account and on my own Twitter account , I post links to posts or videos I enjoyed reading or viewing. Here are some of the links that I’ve liked and shared this past week! Above is a fun video looking at cats, physics and weightlessness.

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Steve Blank

APRIL 20, 2021

I first met Shawn Carolan and his wife Jennifer at the turn of the century at 11,000 feet. I was hiking with my kids between the Yosemite High Sierra camps. Having just retired from a career as an entrepreneur I had started thinking about why startups were different from large companies. The MVP Tree. Your mission is your baby.

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Steve Blank

JUNE 25, 2009

Twenty eight years ago I was the bright, young, eager product marketing manager called out to the field to support sales by explaining the technical details of Convergent Technologies products to potential customers. This was just before the IBM PC hit the desktop so there were no “standard” operating systems or applications for desktop platforms.

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Hearpreneur

JUNE 21, 2021

Every leading position in business requires a demonstration of diverse skills and leadership styles. Working environments differ thus requires the leader to master the best style that works in that business. For instance, an authoritative style may not suit a business in its initial stages of development. Thanks to Vincent D’Eletto, WordAgents ! #2-

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 1, 2016

The alternative is to spend big money later on pivots, lost credibility with investors, and delays at rollout trying to build visibility and credibility. The alternative is to spend big money later on pivots, lost credibility with investors, and delays at rollout trying to build visibility and credibility.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 1, 2013

While entrepreneurs often have to make pivots and react to unforeseen challenges, constantly thinking about the worst case scenario will place undue stress on your body and drain your mind of resources that are better used in more productive ways. Welcome to the New Year 2013! Stay rooted in the present. Keep expectations realistic.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 1, 2016

While entrepreneurs often have to make pivots and react to unforeseen challenges, constantly thinking about the worst case scenario will place undue stress on your body and drain your mind of resources that are better used in more productive ways. For some people, it’s quiet meditation, and for others it’s a vigorous workout at the gym.

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Startup Lessons Learned

MARCH 22, 2010

Lessons Learned by Eric Ries Monday, March 22, 2010 The new startup arms race (for Huffington Post) The Huffington Post published an op-ed on the Startup Visa movement that Ive been working on for some time. Ive quoted from the article extensively below, but I hope youll take a moment and read the whole thing. He started Passageways Inc.

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Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Marketing Podcast with Joe Polish. In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Joe Polish. Joe is the Founder of Genius Network, one of the highest-level groups in the world for entrepreneurs. Joe has helped build thousands of businesses and generated hundreds of millions of dollars for his clients.

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Steve Blank

APRIL 3, 2012

Oh, you pivoted when your team analyzed customer feedback?” Realizing what I was hearing, I pulled Luis outside the conference room into the quiet of the hall. But there is no process to teach how to get an epiphany. We can only try to create the conditions where this might occur. ————-. No, I replied. “I

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Growthink Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Unfortunately, most things don't work in business. New marketing campaigns don't generate leads, new salespeople don't sell, new software doesn't save the promised time and money, and so on and so on. And, in a business, as the years go on, and the number of failed initiatives pile themselves upon one another.so formulation.

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Hunter Walker

AUGUST 26, 2022

From Box to Glossier, and Comms to Venture Capital, Ashley Mayer Is Carving a Pretty Unique Path. What She’s Learned, And What You Can Learn From Her. We had overlapping circles and then became friends. First, congrats! But second, I realized I actually don’t know the story of how you first came across Box and why you decided to join. Enter Box.

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Austin Startup

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

The Forrest Four-Cast: February 14, 2018 For the 2018 SXSW Accelerator Pitch Event , 50 startups will show off their skills on March 10 and 11. Winners in each of 10 categories will be honored at the Accelerator Award Ceremony at 7 pm Sunday, March 11 at the Hilton Austin, Salon AB. What does wrnch hope to achieve in 2018?

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Occam's Razor

AUGUST 28, 2017

Over the last couple years, I’ve spent an increasing amount of time diving into the possibilities Deep Learning (DL) offers in terms of what we can do with Artificial Intelligence (AI). Some of these possibilities have already been realized (more on this later in the post). And, I could not be more excited to see them out in the world. Personal).

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Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Why Virtual Offices Are The Future Of Remote Working written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with Brett Martin. In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Brett Martin. Brett is cofounder of Kumospace, the virtual HQ for remote teams, and Charge Ventures, a pre/seed VC based in Brooklyn, NY.

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