View from Seed
DECEMBER 6, 2018
What? Another d2c gourmet pet food company ? Another full-stack short-term rentals startup ? Another affinity-based co-working space? It seems as though in many categories, especially in consumer internet space, a handful of startups pursuing quite similar or even apparently identical ideas launch within months of each other. What’s going on with these apparent copycat companies?
Version One Ventures
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Last week, we kicked off a blog series to help founders determine their company’s core priorities and strategies at each stage of the progression from seed to Series A and Series B. In the previous post , we outlined what startups should focus on right after raising a seed round. The next stage in the journey is the A round, and as expected, it brings a brand new set of priorities.
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Hearpreneur
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Newfoundland’s Glen McKay has had a long and successful career in several industries, including construction, finance and mining. He incorporated his own business, MRO Supplies Ltd. In 1978 and spin off Newfoundland Hard-Rok Inc., in 1987. Newfoundland Hard Rok Inc. has had years of success in the mining, quarry and construction industries, as well as entering into long term contracts at other mines through wholly owned subsidiaries Dyno Nobel Labrador Inc, and Dyno Nobel Baffin Island Inc.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Angular is basically a platform which aids in building application using the web. Developers use angular to build the application that can be run on the web, desktop or mobile interfaces. People using angular are expected to have knowledge about JavaScript and some latest standard tools. The latest version of angular is Angular 6.0.0. This version has got some wonderful features.
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
View from Seed
DECEMBER 6, 2018
It occurred to me yesterday that I’ve been in the VC business for over 10 years. I’ve been writing checks for 8 years, and was lucky to get my start in the industry with the team at Spark Capital where I was able to witness some amazing early investments as part of that team. As I start my second 10 years in venture capital, I want to both reflect on some recent learnings that have changed the way I approach the business.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 6, 2018
You may not realize it, but we are currently in the middle of a world-wide epidemic of myopia, or nearsightedness. Both children and adults are struggling with nearsightedness on a massive scale. In fact, according to Science Daily, since 1971, the incidence of nearsightedness in the US nearly doubled, to 42 percent, and this number is even higher in the continent of Asia, where up to 90 percent of teenagers and adults are nearsighted.
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View from Seed
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Five years ago, as the mania around seed fundings was accelerating, Founders were very eager to announce their seed round to the world. It marks the beginning of the journey with hard work & the real business success to be accomplished ahead, but a milestone nonetheless. And seed VCs, especially as new firms were being established, were eager to encourage their portfolio startups to plant that flag in the ground publicly.
Rembrandt Communications
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Get Ready for a Great, Holiday Season! As we celebrate summer’s end and back-to-school, it’s time to dive into holiday marketing and think about small business PR ideas. That’s right! While online and print advertising, email campaigns, and more may be at the top of your list, don’t forget about all of the public relations tools that can give you a competitive edge.
View from Seed
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Yesterday was Singles Day in China, celebrated on 11/11 each year and theoretically to honor young adults who are not in relationships. In practice it is essentially an invention by retailer Alibaba who holds massive online sales on this day across their platform (Taobao, Tmall, etc). Alibaba reported over $30B in GMV yesterday across its platform of sites for the 2018 Singles Day.
Rembrandt Communications
DECEMBER 6, 2018
No Money for Growth? PR Makes It No Problem. If you want to grow your B2B, you probably struggle with financial limitations. Well, even if you can’t afford major advertising and marketing initiatives, you can still boost positive awareness without spending a dime. How? (Que the angelic music…) Start public relations (PR) activities. How to Generate Fast Growth with PR.
View from Seed
DECEMBER 6, 2018
I once had a VC mentor (only) half tongue-in-cheek tell me that “all investment diligence is merely an exercise in confirming what you have already decided during the initial pitch.” Diligence validates your gut to invest or (hopefully quickly) kills an opportunity that sounded reasonable but you just didn’t like. I’ve come to believe a much less cynical view of investment due diligence, that, especially at the seed stage, it’s is best when followed the 80–20 rule.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 6, 2018
The online space is important for competitive business advantage so you’ll want your startup business website to consistently get included in a search engine’s top ten results so that your potential customers can more easily find you online. One of the ways you can accomplish that is through link building. Search engine optimization or SEO is a tactic entails you to convince high-authority websites to link to any relevant page of yours either on your own or with the help of an agency like nobs.l
View from Seed
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Five to ten years ago, it was thought that digitally-native brands and e-commerce retailers had a distinct cost advantage because they didn’t have to pay for legacy physical infrastructure (e.g. storefronts with long-term lease commitments), which represents high fixed costs and reduced margin. Now in 2018, I believe that digitally-native brands should actually develop a holistic picture across offline/physical retail, brand marketing, and performance marketing earlier in their lifecycle.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Getting traffic to your website can seen like a huge slog when you’re just starting out. It can seem like you’re just a tiny drop in the ocean – and getting out looks as bleak as it gets. However, with a point in the right direction and some top tips, you can get your travel blog from zero to one hundred in a matter of weeks. As long as you follow our guide on how to get more visitors to your travel website, you can’t go far wrong.
View from Seed
DECEMBER 6, 2018
I see hundreds of fundraising decks each year. I’ve been doing this for eight years now, so I’ve been able to see some longitudinal trends during that time. There are a couple trends that I have noticed emerge over the last few years that I think have become industry standard. The problem is that I think they don’t work and need to be rethought. Not sure if this is going to be true for every investor out there, but this is definitely true for me.
Rembrandt Communications
DECEMBER 6, 2018
What is your small business really saying when it comes to public relations? When you think of small business PR, you probably think about distributing a press release. After all, you want to get your B2B message out to as many people as possible in a short amount of time. But, before you send out your press release, are you sure it engages media members and potential customers?
View from Seed
DECEMBER 6, 2018
It’s almost exactly 5 years since Aileen Lee first coined the term “unicorn” in reference to startups with $1 billion+ valuations. I was wondering what ever ultimately happened to that group of OG unicorns, so I looked back at her original post in TechCrunch from November 2013. To analyze what’s become of the OG Unicorns, it’s first worth noting that at the time of the 2013 post about 2/3rds of the 39 on the list had already been realized via IPO or $1B+ acquisitions.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 6, 2018
by Phuong Uyen Tran, author of “ Competing With Giants ” and deputy CEO of THP Beverage Group. Young leaders typically go too far or not far enough. They are born to take chances but when the time comes, many retreat to what they have been told by elders or those with more experience. There is something to be said for brash youth, its penchant for breaking the rules and coming at problems from an entirely different mindset.
View from Seed
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Almost seven years ago, I wrote a post about the difference between a “no” answer and a “no yet” when pitching early-stage VCs. This was back in January 2012, a simpler time… when there was only one kind of seed round, when Series A firms invested pre-revenue, etc. No, this is not some waxing nostalgic post. But today we live in a world where there is a broad spectrum of seed rounds, many startups raise more than one, “Series A” rounds can range from $3M to $20M+, and the ecosystem of early st
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 6, 2018
While the UAE is one of the most expat friendly countries in the world and attracts expats from all over the globe, understanding the intricacies of Emirati culture, business and professional climate is essential if you want to get off to a good start. That’s why it’s important that you know exactly what to expect and how to navigate the waters of this totally new country before you leave.
Rembrandt Communications
DECEMBER 6, 2018
No Money for Growth? PR Makes It No Problem. If you want to grow your B2B, you probably struggle with financial limitations. Well, even if you can’t afford major advertising and marketing initiatives, you can still boost positive awareness without spending a dime. How? (Que the angelic music…) Start public relations (PR) activities. How to Generate Fast Growth with PR Public relations is all about getting your message out to the right media so that your targeted audience-members learn about the
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Whatever your workplace’s individual needs and requirements, technology has become such a necessity that many businesses could not function without the aid of a computer, mobile phone, laptop and/or tablets, especially Apple’s new iPad Pro. With its new, innovative and sleek design, Apple’s brilliant iPad Pro is the perfect addition to almost any workplace, aiding the progression of your business via its perfectly designed technology.
Rembrandt Communications
DECEMBER 6, 2018
What is your small business really saying when it comes to public relations? When you think of small business PR, you probably think about distributing a press release. After all, you want to get your B2B message out to as many people as possible in a short amount of time. But, before you send out your press release, are you sure it engages media members and potential customers?
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 6, 2018
In the current scenario, people are aware of using online platforms for various purposes. For example, the online platforms are helpful to know more about the information regarding the specific niche. Nowadays, people have also started to write the examinations online. So, the online platforms are quite familiar among most of the people. On the other side, now people are getting the ideas to start the small businesses for their future to maintain.
Rembrandt Communications
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Get Ready for a Great, Holiday Season! As we celebrate summer’s end and back-to-school, it’s time to dive into holiday marketing and think about small business PR ideas. That’s right! While online and print advertising, email campaigns, and more may be at the top of your list, don’t forget about all of the public relations tools that can give you a competitive edge.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 6, 2018
by Danny Iny, author of “ Leveraged Learning: How the Disruption of Education Helps Lifelong Learners, and Experts with Something to Teach “ You’ve probably heard it all your life: College is not optional. If you’re going to succeed at life, you’d better have that degree — and the more “prestigious” the school you get it from, the better.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 6, 2018
A new survey into the buying habits of UK shoppers has revealed just how important branding is. If you want your startup to gain a foothold in the marketplace, then you’re going to need to dedicate some time to perfecting your brand and elevating your brand awareness. Source: Pexels. Everything from the name of your business to your logo is going to affect your market impact.
YFS Magazine
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Here is a fundamental fact: People want to work with and for a leader who conveys they care about the wholeness of the person.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Amway is an amazing fit for people who want to work independently. As one of America’s leading companies, Amway allows people to enjoy being their own boss with the support of a big organization behind them. Before you take the plunge, you’ll probably have a few questions about how it works. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about Amway along with detailed answers to help you decide whether this entrepreneurial venture is right for you.
ConversionXL
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Digital Marketers wanting to land B2B deals are often optimizing for the wrong metrics, focused solely on conversion rate and getting low-quality leads. You’re doing it wrong! That’s why I interviewed my friend and seasoned B2B expert, Bill Leake, to discuss the most common mistakes in b2b marketing and how to optimize your website to land b2b deals the right way.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 6, 2018
One of the numerous benefits of the internet age is that it has increased the number of home based businesses. A lot of people now run their business from the comfort of their homes. Multimillion dollar businesses such as Amazon started as a home based business before moving out to an office complex. Source: Pexels. It doesn’t matter if your goal is to sell hand-crafted jewelry or you aim to sell consumer goods and services, you need to ensure that you take the right steps to ensure that you mak
Hunter Walker
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Here at Homebrew , we’re pretty into the idea of constant improvement. Our years of product management experience taught us that often the best insights can come from your customers. In our case customers = founders, and supporting the ones we’ve backed is our firm’s #1 priority. But you can also learn a ton from the folks you didn’t back and sometimes even from the ones you’ve never met!
Start Up Blog
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Worried about being taken over by robots? Here’s another thought: We are becoming robots. We’re merging with machines. I know this sounds scary, but the patterns of technology tell a story of what’s next. The future is so often written in the past. If you consider the evolution of computers, we can remember machines once as big as a room have now become a small piece of glass that slides into our pockets, which is also a billion times more powerful.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 6, 2018
It is surprising how much data your Internet service provider (ISP) collects from you. What makes it worse is you can’t know who they give that data to. They might give into corporations, social media companies, or even governmental agencies. Source: Pexels. If you use the IP address given to you by your ISP, your online activity is probably far from save.
Berkonomics
DECEMBER 6, 2018
People argue over whether an entrepreneur with a sense of fairness, a desire for collegiality, a want to share the profits can succeed in the long run within a business world full of lions and tigers that eat timid entrepreneurs for lunch. Does a “good heart” diminish the chances of success? First, let’s separate the “good heart” from the issue of whether an entrepreneur is driven to succeed.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 6, 2018
With Microsoft Teams, you can effortlessly draw together people, discussions, tools, and content into one consolidated place to easily collaborate to attain more. Collaboration becomes more accessible. Source: Pixabay via Pexels. What is Microsoft Teams? In November 2016, Microsoft added another tool to its already robust Office 365 suite of services – Microsoft Teams.
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