ReadWriteStart
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
It’s arguable that some tech startups become successful simply because the idea is so unbelievably good that it’s practically fated to become a smashing success. Successful tech startups also require the right balance of funding and initial momentum. But what exactly is it that makes for a “good” startup leader? Expertise.
View from Seed
JULY 31, 2014
And since we will continue to look proactively at new seed-stage tech startups over the next few years, the question becomes: What, then, will these companies look like? But we’re also very active in New York, as five of the most recent startups we’ve funded are based in Manhattan (which is 40% of this recent flurry of investments).
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Up and Running
OCTOBER 11, 2017
Disintermediation. Disintermediation is when you sidestep everyone in the supply chain and sell directly to consumers, allowing you to potentially lower costs to your customers and have a direct relationship them as well. Examples: Threadless, YouTube, P&G Connect and Develop, Cuusoo.
Up and Running
JUNE 14, 2010
The article suggests – and we agree – that angels are disintermediating traditional VCs in many cases. I think that’s been true for a long time: only a very small minority of startups actually land outside investment. They also invest lower amounts of money than traditional VCs, between $25k-$250k.
crowdSPRING Blog
NOVEMBER 10, 2010
These posts and videos are about logo design , web design , startups, entrepreneurship, small business, leadership, social media, marketing, and more! Getting Your Startup Started With Payments – [link]. Important insight – Harsh Realities From 500 Startups Founders – [link].
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 31, 2018
Consumers today are expecting a lot more from businesses; they’re demanding transparency, eco-consciousness, disintermediation, as well as upfront and fair pricing. In addition to that, the blockchain allows for complete transparency throughout the entire operations, which in turn helps you build trust with your tenants.
A Crowded Space
JULY 24, 2014
Startups are attacking just about every vertical. However, I’ve been surprised to see one industry where there hasn’t been much startup activity. This may make disintermediation a big challenge. Making this process easy and convenient should be enough to prevent disintermediation. The Elder Care Industry.
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