The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

At this year’s FUND Conference in Chicago, Illinois, over 100 startups presented their early-stage companies in front of hundreds of investors and industry leaders. The startups ranked most highly by investors and startup enthusiasts in terms of scalability and longevity received votes on how well they connected with investors.

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Chad Illinois Nepal Haiti 139

ReadWriteStart

MARCH 8, 2021

Every startup entrepreneur wants to see their company grow. But none of that can happen if you have an impediment to growth – an invisible (or perhaps visible) force keeping your startup from creating the momentum it needs to keep growing. . PR and reputation management can be huge in getting your brand established. .

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Startup Retention Acquisition Agile 127

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 21, 2010

If you’re a startup and you don’t have a close relationship with a few law firms you’re really missing one of the most important relationships that any entrepreneur can have. I write about some of the lessons in my post on Startup Mistakes. They want to lock in future clients at an early stage.

Southern California 318

Southern California Silicon Valley IP Stock Options 318

The Next Web

DECEMBER 4, 2013

If you’re running a startup, working for one, or just considering turning an idea into a company, calling your work life “busy” is a severe understatement. Here are five essential, efficient ways to eliminate guesswork and make your startup a success on social media. Startup Example: Zappos. Startup Example: Cloudera.

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Social Media Media Viral Startup 158

Hunter Walker

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

What To Look For When Reference Checking Polarizing Entrepreneurs There are certain words I don’t want to hear when doing backchannel references on a startup CEO. If you combine this with self-awareness, you get a powerful combination for an early stage CEO. Sketchy would be one. Unmotivated another. Do you trust them?

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Technical Cofounder Founder Cofounder .Net 101

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 6, 2014

The functions of an early-stage board are pretty obvious and well understood: Providing introductions to customers, biz dev partners, recruits, the press, other investors, etc. And I’ve also been convinced that it can be quite useful to have another startup company CEO on your board. As You Start to Mature.

Technical Review 325

Technical Review Early Stage Software Review Los Angeles 325

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

If you are starting a new business you must have heard a million times already that building up your reputation is one of the most important keys to success. Reaching out to customers is a great way to build links and prove your commitment to your startup’s success. Reasons to use blogs to benefit your startup include: 1.

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Technical Review Startup Warrant Early Stage 100

Steve Blank

MAY 11, 2021

At the front-end of these innovations are startups – organizations the Department of Defense hasn’t previously dealt with at scale. Mrinal and Jeff’s article below explains how startups can adapt and thrive while working with the Defense Department. And how the Department of Defense is learning to work with startups.

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Artificial Inteligence Marketing Startup Silicon Valley 365

Austin Startup

JULY 6, 2018

Background Reading: Why startups need signals. See: Startup Accelerator Anti-Dilution Provisions; The Fine Print. However, for the most in-demand startups, over-committing on future participation rights can become a problem because it can require you to raise more money than you really need to. Anti-Dilution.

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Dilution Startup Technical Review Equity 48

VC Cafe

MAY 29, 2022

Building on my post on ‘ Advice for startups in a downturn (May 2022 edition) ‘, this week I continued to follow with interest the impact of the current correction on startups and venture capital, particularly in early stage. Which Startup Investors Pulled Back The Most So Far In 2022?

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Venture Capital Early Stage Valuation Startup 183

VC Cafe

AUGUST 9, 2012

Building a good reputation is one of the most fundamental components to a successful start-up and is particularly invaluable in the early stages. It is for this reason that I invested a lot of effort into building the reputation of my start-up, Flat-Club , from its initial launch in 2010. Guest post by Nitzan Yudan*.

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Elevator Pitch Startup Europe Reputation 109

Both Sides of the Table

JULY 13, 2013

One of my favorite events last year was attending Startup Grind where I got to interview Clayton Christensen, author of The Innovator’s Dilemma. And of course we talked about many of my views of building startups. You didn’t join startups then. You joined a startup if you couldn’t get a real job.

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Cofounder Technical Cofounder Startup San Diego 337

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Getting your startup off the ground is easier if you have the backing of investors, although to secure their interest you will need to pitch your ideas to prospects and attempt to dazzle them with your ingenuity. Consider reputations & backgrounds. Keep records, apply for patents & know your rights.

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Non-disclosure Agreement NDA Vesting Startup 189

crowdSPRING Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

startup ecosystem for many decades. Despite repeated efforts, only a few cities outside the Valley (New York and Boston) have historically had the critical mix of VC funding, network, and talent to fuel vibrant startup centers. Best startup city rankings have reflected this truth for a long time. Austin, TX. Boulder, CO.

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United States Las Vegas San Francisco Denver 113

The Next Web

SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

Thomas Clayton has started and run numerous high-tech startups in Silicon Valley. He is currently CEO of Bubbly , a social media startup backed by Sequoia Capital, SingTel Innov8, and JAFCO. The company is one of the largest VC–backed startups in Southeast Asia, having raised over $60M in funding. Sequoia , Accel , NEA , etc.).

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Asia Silicon Valley India Term Sheet 132

The Startup Magazine

APRIL 17, 2019

It is better to accept what your risk tolerance is at an early stage instead of stranding yourself in a constant cycle of worry further down the line. If you need some help finding a reputable online trading platform or strategy, take a look at the site Trading Reviews here: [link]. Spread out where you invest.

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Stock Early Stage Software Review Equity 117

Women Entrepreneurs Can

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020

Are you planning a startup? Legal action towards your startup can delay your operation or even lead your company to discontinue entirely. Luckily, there are evasive tactics or tips that you can instill in your startup. The post 12 Tips for Avoiding Litigation As a Startup appeared first on WECAN. Who wants problems?

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Intellectual Property Startup Government Technical Review 59

YoungUpstarts

MAY 5, 2020

The early days of a new startup after launching can be incredibly stressful as you will be desperate to start attracting customers so that you can bring some money in while starting to build a reputation for yourself. The post How To Find Initial Success With A New Startup appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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Startup Social Media Early Stage Reputation 162

Up and Running

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Here are a few tips for startup leaders to effectively approach these tough decisions. Get your reputation together for that core service/product, and then branch out once you have loyal customers that have become advocates and spread your message throughout their personal networks. Consider narrowing your focus.

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Entrepreneur Sales Cycle Early Stage Texas 149

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 12, 2019

When you’re in the early stages of a startup there are certain things that you’re going to need to make everything run a little smoother and to make sure that you’re in control – even when things don’t go to plan! . 5 Things All Startups Need To Succeed appeared first on Young Upstarts. A grip on their admin duties.

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Early Stage Startup Reputation Business Plan 164

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 14, 2010

I’m proud to say that most early-stage VCs that I know really do care about making money ethically. So consider integrity on my personal list of attributes required to raise money from a reputable, early-stage VC. Tags: Entrepreneur Advice Start-up Advice Startup Advice.

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Technical Review Due Diligence Entrepreneur Early Stage 284

Up and Running

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Startups have to deal with starting costs and ongoing businesses have to finance growth and working capital. Realities go case by case, depending on the growth stage, resources, and other factors. . Are you a startup or ongoing business? Actually, banks don’t finance business startups. I’ll have more on that later, too.

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SBA Venture Capital Angel Investor Technical Review 161

ReadWriteStart

JUNE 20, 2022

If you want your startup to be successful , especially in the long term, you need to find a way to build trust. What are the best ways for a new startup to build trust initially? A New Startup Should Start With a Trustworthy Core. If your startup can attract funding , it probably already has strong leadership in place.

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Affiliate Startup Reputation Leadership 138

crowdSPRING Blog

JULY 30, 2017

startup ecosystem for many decades. Despite repeated efforts, only a few cities outside the Valley (New York and Boston) have historically had the critical mix of funding, network, and talent to fuel vibrant startup centers. with their startups growing by 81.2 Silicon Valley has dominated the U.S.

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United States Las Vegas San Francisco Denver 82

Both Sides of the Table

JULY 23, 2014

When you think about the trends of faster-growing startups due to social networking, credit card enable and mobile first consumers – the reality is that many startups are becoming very large financially before needing to go public. The “big boom” in startup financing started around March 2009?—?more and hasn’t abated.

Technical Review 398

Technical Review Venture Capital Valuation Pre-Money Valuation 398

David Teten

JANUARY 9, 2018

Many VCs focus on specific verticals, usually based on the sector in which a VC initially made her reputation. That said, one limitation in early-stage investing particularly is that 2022’s growth sectors probably don’t fit neatly into a vertical we can define today. – Reputation. This model certainly makes sense.

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Venture Capital Private Equity Silicon Valley Differentiation 60

David Teten

JANUARY 9, 2018

Many VCs focus on specific verticals, usually based on the sector in which a VC initially made her reputation. That said, one limitation in early-stage investing particularly is that 2022’s growth sectors probably don’t fit neatly into a vertical we can define today. – Reputation. This model certainly makes sense.

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Venture Capital Private Equity Silicon Valley Differentiation 60

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 19, 2017

Startup businesses are no exception to this rule. Not only will your initial customers form the base for your business, the approach you use for customer service in the early stages will become routine. Having good practices established early on will prevent having to completely change how you run things later.

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Customer Startup Early Stage Reputation 147

Hunter Walker

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

This oft-repeated fact is, well, absolutely incorrect , but serves as a nice metaphor for ambitious startups. But what happens when startups fall short of these milestones. When a startup fails you should also care about: A. I want their reputation to be strengthened by how they handled the wind down.

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Founder Startup Early Stage Portfolio 91

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Success in your startup and fundraising is hugely reliant on visibility and being noticed by the right people. However, how do you find the best and right events to attend that will suit your startup? There is no sure way of determining if you are picking the right investor for your startup. Attending Events. Social Media.

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Social Media Startup Matching Early Stage 162

Up and Running

JULY 28, 2022

Geographical Indication – Sign used on products with a unique geographical origin, qualities, and reputation. The right time for drafting a founders agreement is in the early stages of business. Unsure of how to handle some of these startup steps? Correctly classify your workers.

Small Business 167

Small Business Intellectual Property Cofounder Software Review 167

SoCal CTO

FEBRUARY 20, 2007

Ive personally been involved in the start-up world in Los Angeles for about 15 years, and have had the opportunity to work on many early-stage companies (e.g., Technology Advisor Technology Roles in Startups Pricing Customer Acquisition Sunk Costs and More -. ► February (2) CTO Founders / Cofounders Part-Time Startup CTO?

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Technical Cofounder Southern California Los Angeles CTO Hire 150

ReadWriteStart

SEPTEMBER 3, 2010

When I came to Paris in 2006, I had a well-developed idea for a startup and nothing else. In that time, I've discovered that the startup scene is infused with passion, energy and a strong spirit of collaboration. Pamela Poole is a blogger, translator and tech writer, and founder of Francophilia.com , a social startup for Francophiles.

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France Technical Review Incubator Early Stage 163

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

The road to success as a startup company can be a rocky and ultimately insurmountable one for any number of reasons but poor financial management is certainly a common cause of crisis among fledgling businesses everywhere in the world. 1 – Define your payment policies as early as possible. 2 – Borrow only what you need.

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Management Startup Finance Early Stage 203

Both Sides of the Table

JULY 22, 2010

I don’t feel that as a VC sneaking in nefarious terms into a term sheet that the entrepreneur doesn’t understand is a good way to build a long-term relationship nor to build a long-term reputation but this does happen and more frequently than we all would like. Tags: Startup Advice This Week in Venture Capital.

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Valuation Liquidation Preference Pre-Money Valuation Term Sheet 405

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 22, 2014

“The six venture capital funds and fund managers selected have an excellent reputation of helping build the companies that they fund, and their successes will further strengthen our tech-startup ecosystem.” “In 2010 I traveled Asia, meeting over 80 startups from a dozen countries. .

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Singapore Asia Early Stage Venture Capital 167

View from Seed

MAY 31, 2023

raising $1M in venture funding for a startup that was liquidated 2. All of them were in the process of re-founding or were already operating their next startup. However, it is important to consider the potential of failure in the early stages of building. I reached out to a dozen founders using the criteria of: 1.

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Silicon Valley Cofounder Term Sheet Founder 156