YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

by John Oechsle, CEO of Swiftpage. We spend a lot of time talking to our gadgets these days. Whether we’re seeking directions from Siri or weather updates from Alexa, speech is quickly becoming a preferred means of communicating with technology. A future once at our fingertips now rests at the tips of our tongues. Voice activated technology doesn’t just afford us fun tools for our private lives – this technology is playing an increasingly pivotal role in the professional world, too.

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Startup Lessons Learned

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Guest Post by Misti Yang, Writer for Lean Startup Co. “Think big. Start small. Scale fast.” This is the mantra of Lean teams described by Eric Ries in his upcoming book, The Startup Way. Whether you’re struggling in an actual startup or trying to build an internal one at an established organization, a Lean team approach can maximize efficiency and results in uncertain times.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

If, like millions of Americans, your dream is to start a business, then you will require a few skills. Starting a business requires technical expertise, motivation, and determination. Here are nine steps to help you get your business from the ground on the right foot. Step 1: Identify An Opportunity. Choosing the kind of business you would like to start, can be a daunting task once a multitude of opportunities confront you.

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Growthink Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

I originally wrote this article years ago (which is why there are many old comments at the bottom). But I just updated it (even though 99% of what I wrote years ago is still 100% valid today). There have been many articles written on the subject of why businesses fail, and most of them point to the same reasons, such as: -Inadequate funding -Bad location -Lack of a well thought-out business plan -Poor execution -Bad management -Expanding too quickly -Insufficient marketing or promotion -Inabilit

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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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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

by Jemimah Ashleigh, Creative Director of Tangs Design. OK, are you sitting down ‘cause I have a confession to make…ready… I actually like networking! There, I’ve said it. It’s weird I know, but it’s true! I really like getting my game face on and going out there amongst the people – in fact I do it at least 3 times a week and I’ve recently taken on a leadership position within BxNetworking to take it up a notch.

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Rembrandt Communications

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Discover content marketing strategy, SEO , B2B copywriting, and PR tips here from Melanie Rembrandt. 2017 Only Has 3 Months Left. How did your business do? Gulp! It’s almost October and the end of 2017 looms. If you haven’t reached your goals for this year, don’t despair. There are still some things you can do you to get more customers and start the New Year off with a real bang!

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ConversionXL

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

It’s easy to get lost down the rabbit hole of metrics for your business. When it comes to getting the most out of your website performance, only certain metrics are what you can consider key performance indicators. The trick is figuring out which ones. What are key performance indicators? A key performance indicator (KPI) is a quantifiable activity used to measure how a key aspect of your business is operating or how much volume it’s receiving.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Most newbie entrepreneurs think that productivity and efficiency are the same. They are not, actually. Being productive allows employees to get more things done in a specified time period. Being efficient means employees can perform a given task in less time. While both productivity and efficiency are important for running a company, efficiency is recommended more for increasing profitability as well as employee satisfaction.

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YFS Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Successful businesses execute standard processes consistently. Here's a look at six tools designed to boost workflow, productivity and overall performance.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

From Ed Rempel’s perspective, there’s way too much conventional wisdom out there when it comes to financial and investment matters, and way too many people both spout it and buy into it. It’s a problem that can cause consumers to be unprepared financially to handle the roadblocks that life can throw their way, he says. That’s in part because conventional wisdom is not necessarily the most up-to-date or accurate information to rely on.

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The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

We are seeing a continued struggle in the economy as the end of 2017 looms into view. More and more managers are experiencing difficulty in motivating their employees. This is particularly the case since employees are seeing a cut back on their perks so that lower costs can be achieved. What can you do as a manager to keep employee motivation levels high, even when it seems hard to do so?

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Mobile apps have become indispensable tools in our digital life. People use them in innumerable ways, and it’s changing how many businesses work. It’s not surprising that more and more small business are getting on the app bandwagon and enjoying a multitude of benefits: Here are six reasons why you should jump in as well: 1. Reach Potential Customers Where They Are.

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Austin Startup

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

The Forrest Four-Cast: September 28, 2017 On September 30, 2014, Austin author and communication skills expert Thom Singer purchased some new recording equipment and decided to explore the podcasting game. The title for his new show was “ Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do.” Since that launch three years ago, Singer has recorded almost 300 interviews with founders, funders and other intriguing industry experts from Central Texas and from around the world including Chris Brogan (Owner Media Group), Ale

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

In recent years, we’ve seen serious changes in the fashion industry, including the rise of athleisure, broader plus-size offerings, and increased options for women with religious restrictions on their clothing. What’s remarkable about these changes, though, is that the real game changers come from fashion startups – people who are thinking differently about what it means to look good.

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The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Malls are dying off rapidly as ecommerce becomes the primary method of shopping for U.S. consumers. In response, more and more of the traditional retail stores are moving their operations online, which is likely to eventually make the shopping mall pretty much obsolete. Oversupply. So, what should we do with all this space? Well, according to Jefferies analyst Jonathan Petersen, these spaces could be better used as warehouses for ecommerce businesses.

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Duct Tape Marketing

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

5 Most Important Landing Page A/B Tests to Optimize Your Facebook Ad Campaigns written by Guest Post read more at Duct Tape Marketing. What if you have impressions and clicks on your Facebook ad campaigns but no conversions? This is where most marketers get stuck. You are showing the ads to the right audience, getting a good amount of engagement yet at the end of the funnel, users are dropping off.

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Austin Startup

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Tips on how to crush it at the Capital Factory ATX Startup Crawl, whether you’re a job seeker or entrepreneur… told with memes. The ATX Startup Crawl is the grand finale of the annual four-day long Austin Startup Week, which supports startups and showcases Austin’s business ecosystem for job seekers and entrepreneurs. Dozens of stops on the crawl are hosted downtown around Capital Factory’s huge convention.

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Duct Tape Marketing

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

11 Ways To Completely Ruin Your Pay Per Click Advertising written by Guest Post read more at Duct Tape Marketing. In the world of digital marketing, Pay Per Click advertising should be at the heart of every successful campaign. When done right, they build familiarity with the brand and a level of interest that leads to increased website traffic. Furthermore, it comes from audiences that are most likely to respond in a positive manner.

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Austin Startup

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Our accelerator application launch date is next week on October 4th! We’re giving away spots for two entrepreneurs to join the celebration. It’ll be an exclusive event for our crew and friends, which includes a room full of VCs and advisers. Two winning entrepreneurs will receive invitations to join in for a happy hour of traditional Russian bites and themed cocktails at Russian House Austin.

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Duct Tape Marketing

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Winning Your Dream Clients written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with Jake Jorgovan. Podcast Transcript. My guest for this week’s episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast is Jake Jorgovan. He is the founder of Outbound Creative as well as the company Lead Cookie. He and I discuss how to find your ideal clients.

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Berkonomics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Close. This post is longer than usual. For those negotiating equity allocations it covers some of the most complex issues to address in the process. I just couldn’t reduce it to far fewer words… Dave. Here is the warning: The execution of partnership equity allocations and of a good incentive program using equity is often mismanaged, damaging the corporate capitalization structure and even affecting the outcome of subsequent investment into the company.

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Duct Tape Marketing

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Transcript of Winning Your Dream Clients written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Back to Podcast. Transcript. John: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Duct Tape Marketing podcast. This is John Jantsch and my guest today is Jake Jorgovan. He is the founder of Outbound Creative, an agency that helps other agencies find and win their dream clients.

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