YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

Only install applications from trusted application “stores” Apple, Google, and RIM (Blackberry) all have a vested interest in offering secure software to their device owners. Avoid auto-upload of photos to social networks. Use a mobile security application to protect against mobile malware and lost or stolen devices.

Security 160

Security Mobile Software Review Technical Review 160

www.chubbybrain.com

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

declined Microsoft’s offer (summer 2000) to be the first enterprise software company with a.NET product (a Microsoft employee came back from a follow-up meeting with Allen and said “He reminds me of a lot of CEOs of companies that we’ve worked with… that have gone bankrupt.”). Go vest yourself.

Software Review 79

Software Review Startup Technical Review Vesting 79

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 14, 2016

I’d like to explain as best I can my opinion on what is going on because most of what I hear from entrepreneurs is not only wrong but is reminiscent of what I heard in 1997-2000. ” “Mark has a vested interest in talking down valuations of startups.” What is the True Sentiment of VCs? Even Sequoia.

Valuation 150

Valuation Down Round Startup Later Stage 150

maplebutter.com

JANUARY 8, 2013

Just ensure you understand your numbers and manage them well. $50 Entrepreneurs always struggle with competing priorities and manage expenses very closely. What you measure, you manage). Facebook is simple / AdWords is harder but works. LinkedIn might work. 50 dollars for a qualified lead might be a good target. Hope that helps.

Technical Review 44

Technical Review Startup Cofounder Software Review 44