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Gordon Bell R.I.P.

Steve Blank

Gordon Bell passed on this month. I was a latecomer in Gordon Bell’s life. But he made a lasting impact on mine. The first time I laid eyes on Gordon Bell was in 1984 outside a restaurant in a Boston suburb when he pulled up in a Porsche. I was the head of Marketing for MIPS Computer , a RISC chip startup. The entire company (all of five of us) were out visiting the east coast to meet Prime Computer who would become our first major customer.

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Lara Rahib’s Insights on Building a Sustainable Ecommerce Business

The Startup Magazine

Building a sustainable ecommerce business goes beyond simply offering eco-friendly products. It involves creating an ecosystem that prioritizes environmental responsibility, ethical practices, and economic viability. Ecommerce expert Lara Rahib will share key strategies to help you build a sustainable ecommerce business that resonates with modern consumers and stands the test of time.

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Exploring Tax Strategies For Small Businesses: Insights Inspired By Troy Renkemeyer’s Experiences

The Startup Magazine

Navigating the complexities of tax regulations can be daunting for small business owners, yet mastering this aspect is crucial for ensuring their operations’ financial health and sustainability. An effective tax strategy can minimize legal liabilities and significantly reduce expenses, freeing up resources for investment and growth. In this article, business expert Troy Renkemeyer aims to demystify the process of developing and implementing a robust tax strategy tailored to the unique need

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From apathy to action: Transforming volunteer boards through tech empowerment

Board Effect

An engaged nonprofit board is like the wind in the sails of your nonprofit. It fosters innovation, helps navigate challenges and drives fundraising efforts. But how to achieve this level of engagement? Enter technology and board development — the secret weapons for enhancing board engagement. Engagement doesn’t happen by accident. Instead, it’s the result of purposeful and consistent efforts and planning.

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Building Healthy Innovation Ecosystems for Your Projects

Speaker: Nick Noreña, Innovation Coach and Advisor, Kromatic

Every startup and innovation project exists within an ecosystem that either helps or hurts that project. As innovation managers, we need to keep a pulse of that ecosystem and make sure we're helping those innovation projects we're managing every step of the way. In this webinar, Nick Noreña will walk through an Innovation Ecosystem Model that he and his team at Kromatic have developed to help investors, heads of product, teachers, and executives understand how they can best support innovation in

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Textio’s Founder Kieran Snyder on the Two Advantages Startups Have in AI (While Remaining Skeptical Of The Funding Gold Rush)

Hunter Walker

“Admirer from outside of the cap table” is how I approached Kieran Snyder , Cofounder of Textio. That is to say, I DMed her on Twitter in 2016, impressed by the work she was doing but without a preexisting relationship. Thankfully the interest was mutual and we’ve had the chance to exchange thoughts here and there in the time since.

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How to Future Proof With Sustainable Business Practices

Duct Tape Marketing

How to Future Proof With Sustainable Business Practices written by Tosin Jerugba read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Maisie Ganzler, the go-to expert on how companies can make positive change in supply chains and other entrenched systems.

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The Venture Mindset – Worth A Read

Steve Blank

Ilya Strebulaev at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and Director of the Stanford Venture Capital Initiative just came out with a book that should be on your reading list – The Venture Mindset. The books premise is that Venture Capitalists (who were responsible for the launch of one-fifth of the 300 largest U.S. public companies) have a different mindset then that found in the rest of the business world (and I would add in government agencies.

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Burning Platform: Analyzing the Analysts

deal architect

For the 120th episode of Burning Platform, we host John Taschek, Chief Market Strategy Officer at Salesforce. We go through his two decades at the rocket ship called Salesforce and how he has handled industry analysts differently than most other.

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How to Win The Consumer Boredom-Span: The Key to Cutting Through Clutter

Duct Tape Marketing

How to Win The Consumer Boredom-Span: The Key to Cutting Through Clutter written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Alan Dibb. Through his extensive experience as a rebellious marketer and serial entrepreneur, Alan Dibb has spearheaded a revolutionary approach to marketing known as Lean Marketing.

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An Insider Look At E-Commerce In Singapore

YoungUpstarts

Regardless of whether your business is service-oriented, product-focused, or event-driven, there are opportunities to engage in e-commerce. The post An Insider Look At E-Commerce In Singapore appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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Cybersecurity Skills Gap: Solutions to Fill the Talent Void

The Startup Magazine

Cybersecurity has become a critical concern in today’s digital age, where businesses rely heavily on technology. According to Forbes, there were a total of 2,365 cyberattacks in 2023. These attacks affected around 343,338,964 people. The year saw an increase in cyberattacks by 72% since 2021. [link] However, the gap between the supply and demand for qualified cybersecurity specialists is widening.

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Cyrus Mozayeni

Lightspeed Venture Partners

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a multi-stage venture capital firm focused on accelerating disruptive innovations and trends.

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Burning Platform:  Workday’s Rapidly Expanding Ecosystem

deal architect

For the 119th episode of Burning Platform, we host Matt Brandt, Senior Vice President, Global Partners at Workday. He is a very articulate West Point graduate with a long tenure in various roles at Workday. I wrote recently about Workday’s.

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How to Master the Science of Learning: From Tetris to Teaching

Duct Tape Marketing

How to Master the Science of Learning: From Tetris to Teaching written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Scott Young. Through his extensive research and exploration into the science of learning, Scott Young has uncovered fascinating insights into how individuals can master the art of acquiring new skills effectively.

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Comparing Leaflet Distribution Pricing To Digital Ads

YoungUpstarts

Leaflet distribution continues to offer numerous advantages for small businesses, even when compare to digital advertising. The post Comparing Leaflet Distribution Pricing To Digital Ads appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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Sustainability in Business Education: Modular Buildings Leading the Way

The Startup Magazine

Sustainability has become a crucial element in shaping the future. Your awareness of the impact of business operations on the natural world is translating into a demand for education that incorporates sustainability at its core. Modular buildings are now at the forefront of the reimagining of business education spaces. Source: Pixabay Modular buildings are resource-efficient and embody the principles of sustainable development.

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Mikey Shulman

Lightspeed Venture Partners

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a multi-stage venture capital firm focused on accelerating disruptive innovations and trends.

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SAP Nation 5.0 – in 2025

deal architect

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the release of SAP Nation. It was a wake up call, as I modeled the SAP economy, and importantly described how SAP customers were coping. In the vendor world the focus was on.

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SXSW to Launch in London

SiliconHills

Austin’s iconic music, film, and tech festival, South by Southwest, is going across the pond to launch SXSW London in June 2025. It’s SXSW’s first European conference. But SXSW did launch SXSW in Sydney, Australia, last year.

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Elevate Your Team: Transforming Sales With New Home Sales Training Courses

YoungUpstarts

Professional sales training programs can develop and deliver training that can significantly transform a sales team's effectiveness. The post Elevate Your Team: Transforming Sales With New Home Sales Training Courses appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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Nygina Mills on the Role of Compliance in Risk Management in Building Resilient Businesses

The Startup Magazine

Corporate governance expert Nygina Mills discusses the critical role of compliance in building resilient businesses that can withstand regulatory and market changes. You can learn more about her background and how she helps businesses with regulations focusing on compliance risk and legal oversight in her YouTube video. Perhaps now more than ever, the resilience of a business is frequently tested by its ability to adapt to regulatory changes and market challenges.

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Georg Kucsko

Lightspeed Venture Partners

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a multi-stage venture capital firm focused on accelerating disruptive innovations and trends.

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Hasso Plattner, Storyteller

deal architect

Dr. Hasso Plattner has finally stepped down from official duties at SAP. Over his 5 decades at the company he enriched the lives of tens of thousands of people around the world. I got to see a different side of.

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Positioning your Pitch Deck

Gust

What's the strategy behind your pitch deck? Are you providing the color investors are really looking for? The post Positioning your Pitch Deck appeared first on Gust.

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Maximising Growth And Efficiency: The Power Of Cloud-Based ERP Systems For SMBs

YoungUpstarts

Charlie Green explores the myriad benefits and pivotal role of cloud-based ERP systems, unravelling their strategic significance for SMBs through a lens of cutting-edge research and compelling data. The post Maximising Growth And Efficiency: The Power Of Cloud-Based ERP Systems For SMBs appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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A Guide to Custom Packaging for Business

The Startup Magazine

Effective branding is essential, and custom packaging is a powerful tool to enhance a brand’s visibility and appeal. Here, we provide a detailed look at the role of bespoke packaging in business and how you can start, from understanding your specific packaging needs to selecting the right manufacturing partner. We will explore how to design your custom box, the production process involved, and the critical importance of packaging in establishing your brand identity.

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Yinon Costica

Lightspeed Venture Partners

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a multi-stage venture capital firm focused on accelerating disruptive innovations and trends.

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Analyst Cam: Rimini Street support for SAP and Oracle

deal architect

As we have moved to virtual briefings, I have increasingly been excerpting short video segments (with permission) as part of my Analyst Cam series. One of our major research focus areas is Applications Modernization and Migrations. As I wrote here.

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Themes vs Verticals: How to Stand Out as a VC Building a Thesis

This is going to be BIG.

There are more active VCs alive today than have ever existed in the history of modern human existence—and that dates back 300,000 years! That means a lot of competition for the best deals and more difficulty in standing out. Add on the fact that some people theorize that the need for venture capital dollars will peak, or potentially already has, and then decline because of the ever-decreasing cost of technology infrastructure as well as the increasing capability of AI to replace expensive humans

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How To Maintain Effective Business Operations

YoungUpstarts

From streamlining processes to fostering a productive work culture, here's a comprehensive guide on how to maintain effective business operations. The post How To Maintain Effective Business Operations appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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When to Renovate Your Office and Why It Matters

The Startup Magazine

One of the challenges of running a successful business is knowing when to invest your money and where it can do the most good. On paper, it seems like the smartest option is to always pump as much money as possible into productivity, marketing, and sales, as this maximizes profits and ensures that the essentials all get covered. However, sometimes it’s necessary to invest your business funds elsewhere, such as in your commercial space.

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Roy Reznik

Lightspeed Venture Partners

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a multi-stage venture capital firm focused on accelerating disruptive innovations and trends.

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Analyst Cam: Rimini Street support for SAP and Oracle

deal architect

As we have moved to virtual briefings, I have increasingly been excerpting short video segments (with permission) as part of my Analyst Cam series. One of our major research focus areas is Applications Modernization and Migrations. As I wrote here.

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An update on Version One’s thesis: Backing mission-driven founders who are early in new areas

Version One Ventures

At Version One, an investment thesis has always been more than just defining a market sector or company stage. It has been the North Star that guides and keeps us centered amidst all the noise in early-stage VC, of which there has been a lot over the past decade! Our investment philosophy is so core to who we are as humans and as a firm that even if we didn’t have one officially written, we’d still have the same guiding framework and convictions.

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Moments Of Truth: How To Navigate Unexpected Events In Business And Life

YoungUpstarts

How you respond to unexpected events in business will often determine success or failure. Preparation is critical. The post Moments Of Truth: How To Navigate Unexpected Events In Business And Life appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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Hiring Tips for Your Small Business

The Startup Magazine

For small businesses, hiring the right team is crucial for success and growth. Effective hiring not only fills a position but also brings in fresh energy and ideas, enhancing overall productivity. In this guide, we’ll share practical hiring tips tailored for small businesses. These strategies will help you attract, assess, and secure the best candidates, setting your business on a path to long-term success.