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Lessons Learned: The lean startup

Startup Lessons Learned

In recent years, weve also got great new options all up and down the stack, in particular things like Amazon EC2 and RightScale (none of which would be possible without the free software movement). The application of agile development methodologies which dramatically reduce waste and unlock creativity in product development.

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Advice for CTO Founders: Don't Let Business Kill the Business

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Read more » Recent Press The New York Times April 22, 2009 - A Company Plans to Market Illiquid Assets CNBC.com April 8, 2008 - Social Stock Picking Reuters April 6, 2009 - Bit.ly These are not revolutionary suggestions, just not necessarily those acted upon by first-time CTO / entrepreneurs.

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How Do You Know If a Startup Accelerator Is Right For Your Company?

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In general, you should expect to show an MVP (minimum viable product), a video, and perhaps some traction for your product. We used AngelList to learn about available accelerators and applied to the JFE Network, which accepted us into their most recent class in New York City. Our Accelerator Experience So Far.

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Why Launching a Startup Is More Expensive Than You Think

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For example, my company decided early on to hire a UI designer, which has helped tremendously with our product development. Then we allocated the saved money into hiring the highest quality developers available — especially those who have experience working with a distributed team.

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Of Birchbox and Bricks

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They are mentioned in any print, website, or television content concerning beauty, startups, New York, great entrepreneurs, women leaders , or the next generation of IPOs. Without a doubt, Birchbox is one of the hottest startups on the planet right now. So, its almost impossible to avoid them.

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Guide to Finding a Technical Co-Founder | Vinicius Vacanti

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In many ways, good technical co-founders and angel investors are looking for the same thing. You don’t know anyone, you don’t have experience, you don’t have traction and you don’t have investors. Your Realistic Options Most people find themselves here.

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Top 57 Online Startups Meets Technology Meets Product Posts for November 2010

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Meet the New Enterprise Customer, He’s a Lot Like the Old Enterprise Customer - Ben's Blog , November 15, 2010 Meet the new boss. New York, California different toilet, same s#@t. Today, brands are hiring social media specialists for customer support, crowdsourced product development, promotions and even leads generation.