Haystack
JUNE 29, 2019
I’m not a huge NBA fan, but I certainly appreciate the sport. From a business and growth perspective, there’s so much going on with the NBA that’s fascinating to me. And, this particular offseason with all the amazing free agents on the market makes for a dramatic scene. I am hooked. If you’ve been following this drama, one term that’s used often now is “load management.” The brief context is: NBA players have 82-game seasons; for those who advance to th
The Startup Magazine
JULY 1, 2019
So, you have taken the big step of starting up a business? The initiative is good, but it takes more than keeping a business afloat to succeed. And while your resources may be limited amidst a competitive market, scaling up is part of this deal. Knowing well that cybersecurity is an integral part of online businesses, here are the top tips for integrating into your workflow to help your business scale up smoothly.
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ConversionXL
JULY 3, 2019
Email is one of the few marketing channels that spans the full funnel. You use email to raise awareness pre-conversion. To stay connected with content subscribers. To nurture leads to customers. To encourage repeat purchases or combat churn. To upsell existing customers. Getting the right email to the right person at the right time throughout the funnel is a massive undertaking that requires a lot of optimization and testing.
Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 30, 2019
The “valley of death” is a common term in the startup world, referring to the difficulty of covering the negative cash flow in the early stages of a startup, before their new product or service is bringing in revenue from real customers. I often get asked about the real alternatives to bridge this valley, and there are some good ones I will outline here.
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
YoungUpstarts
JULY 2, 2019
If you are starting out on a new venture, chances are you won’t have a website or digital platform from which to help propel your business forward. With everyone using the internet for research of all types, especially mobile that makes up over 50% of global searches. There is now a longer and longer checklist that your company website needs to comply with to give it a chance of finding the public.
ReadWriteStart
JUNE 30, 2019
As high streets across the world look to streamline, and businesses transform physical shops to online stores, being able to make the digital jump is crucial. As well as providing a platform for businesses to promote their products and services, the internet has lead to the rise of e-commerce, with giants like Amazon becoming household […]. The post Argentina is Stepping-Up as a Country of Web Developers appeared first on ReadWrite.
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Startup Professionals Musings
JULY 5, 2019
Don’t you wish you were better at saying “no” to all those extraneous requests for a bit of help at work? Every business owner and professional I know is struggling with their own workload, yet they let themselves get signed up for other people’s work, either out of frustration that things aren’t getting done, or guilt, or just plain sympathy. It’s time to stop jeopardizing your own future.
YoungUpstarts
JULY 4, 2019
No-one knows what the future holds for different industries. After all, a job description can change throughout the years, or it may even become obsolete due to industry shifts and new technologies. Thankfully, there are tactics you can embrace to become a sought-after candidate by employers, which can help you to find jobs with ease and gain promotion after promotion.
The Startup Magazine
JULY 1, 2019
Programming is at the heart of almost every job, especially in the tech and engineering field. Although there are many different programming languages, some have become very popular due to their performance and adaptability. Python is one such language. Python development has emerged as a top player over the last few years. Its popularity has grown by leaps and bounds and Python training has become essential if you want to give a boost to your career.
ReadWriteStart
JULY 3, 2019
Startups are starting to launch without a central headquarters, or any designated office building, in an attempt to create “fully remote” businesses. The premise is simple; operate with all your leaders and employees working remotely, sometimes all over the world, to cut costs and broaden your potential employee pool. To conventional businesses, the notion seems absurd; they rely on in-house collaboration and the reputational allure of a headquarters.
Startup Professionals Musings
JULY 1, 2019
Many entrepreneurs think that adapting to the new technologies, like smart phones and Internet commerce, are the key to attracting new customers. In fact, businesses need to adapt even more completely to the changes in the buying and social behavior of consumers. High-technology product startups, without customers, don’t make a business. Today’s customer buying dynamics are all about “user experience,” according to Brian Solis, in his classic book “ What’s the Future of Business?
YoungUpstarts
JULY 4, 2019
by Tim Staples and Josh Young, co-authors of “ Break Through the Noise: The Nine Rules to Capture Global Attention “ I’d blown it. I was standing outside a hotel suite in the middle of winter in Madrid and sweat was pouring down my face. On the other side of the door was Cristiano Ronaldo, the global soccer superstar and one of the most famous people in the world.
The Startup Magazine
JULY 1, 2019
Right now, your organization’s IT infrastructure might rely on a physical server – whether based on your own premises or in a local data centre. However, 2019 could be the ideal year to consider switching to cloud servers; in other words, a cloud-hosted server accessible over a network. Cloud servers are otherwise known as virtual servers, virtual private servers or virtual platforms, as TechTarget explains – but why should you consider one?
ConversionXL
JULY 2, 2019
Every company dreams about creating high-performing teams. For us at OWOX , that dream centered on our analytics department, which included 12 specialists—junior analysts, mid-level analysts, senior analysts, and QA specialists. Collectively, our analysts were responsible for consulting clients on data analysis and improving our marketing analytics tool.
Version One Ventures
JULY 2, 2019
Happy Canada Day to our friends and colleagues north of the border, and Happy Fourth of July to those of you south of the border. We hope everyone is having a great start to summer. Here’s a quick recap of the key activities and announcements from this past quarter. . Welcome to the V1 family! We welcomed Dolly (same -day retail delivery service) to our portfolio, after participating in a $7.5m Series A round , alongside Unlock Ventures Partners and Maveron.
YoungUpstarts
JULY 3, 2019
If you are organising an event for your business, organisation or charity, you want it to go well. After all, you are going to put a lot of time, effort and, probably, money into this type of project. So, failure is not an option. Using a good online event planner is one of the best ways to make sure that your event is a success. A good-quality one will keep things organised and make it easy to market your event.
The Startup Magazine
JULY 1, 2019
What is Scrum? Scrum is a framework that is used by software development teams to address complex problems while delivering products of the highest value. Scrum is the most popular subset of the Agile methodology and is used by seventy percent of software teams around the world for project management. It differs from other agile methodologies because of its specific concepts and practices.
Women Entrepreneurs Can
JULY 2, 2019
Female entrepreneurship has been on a steady rise in the United States, with the number of women-owned businesses nearly doubling between 1997 and 2017. Today, almost 40 percent of the nation’s privately held companies are owned by women, and women launch an average of 1,000 businesses per day. Not only are women-owned businesses increasing at two and a half times the rate of all US businesses combined, but both the revenue growth and employment growth of women-owned businesses have also outpace
Board Effect
JULY 1, 2019
Good governance encompasses an array of issues. When corporate and organizational issues are going well, we tend to give credit to good governance practices. On the flip side, we also tend to blame poor governance practices when companies and organizations aren’t doing well. Whether those beliefs are accurate or not, the fact is that good governance helps organizations and businesses run well today and in the future.
Austin Startup
JULY 2, 2019
“First, we know that promoting diversity is just the right thing to do. We’re all better when surrounded by diversity of thought, culture and identity. Second, since we help grow startups, it’s important to note that diversity makes business sense. We know that diverse companies with supported, happy teams perform better,” noted Joshua Baer on June 25th, at Capital Factory’s inaugural Dallas/Fort Worth LGBTQ+ in Tech Forum.
The Startup Magazine
JULY 5, 2019
Over the past decade, technology has really changed the way businesses market themselves to potential customers. Unlike in the past when business owners depended on print media and TV ads, nowadays marketing campaigns are being done over the internet. This is because the internet offers multiple online marketing channels that are way beyond those of traditional marketing methods.
Startup Professionals Musings
JULY 3, 2019
I know some entrepreneurs with successful businesses, and others who seem to have a great relationship with their family, but I can’t think of many who have both. Some people would argue that these two successes are mutually exclusive, but I’m not convinced. Individually, they both take focus, commitment, and a variety of skills, all the strengths of a good entrepreneur.
Board Effect
JULY 3, 2019
Some board members attend their first board meeting knowing pretty much what to expect. Even experienced board directors benefit by having the opportunity to attend a well-prepared, well-organized board orientation session. A board orientation is even more important for inexperienced board directors. The more information they have before getting involved, the more they will be able to contribute to the organization.
deal architect
JULY 1, 2019
A recent Rimini Street survey says that in spite of the announced 2025 end of life for core applications in SAP Business Suite 7 ERP product and older versions, "Of the IT leaders surveyed, two-thirds state they either have no.
The Startup Magazine
JULY 1, 2019
E-commerce affiliate marketing is a marketing strategy that can be used as a good start for the successful launch of your business. The majority of e-commerce business representatives claim that affiliate marketing is one of the most desired skills for them. Today over 80% of all brands use this sphere for sustainable growth. Photo by Mockup Photos from Pexels.
Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 29, 2019
The entrepreneur’s challenge is to effectively communicate their value proposition, not only to customers, but also to vendors, partners, investors, and their own team. Especially for technical founders, this is normally all about presenting impressive facts. But in reality facts only go so far. Stories often work better, because humans don’t always make rational decisions.
Board Effect
JULY 5, 2019
As the highest-ranking executive in the company, the CEO has many important responsibilities. The CEO makes most major corporate decisions. In addition, the CEO manages the overall operations and company resources, manages risks, and serves as the primary liaison for the board of directors. CEOs are elected by the board and/or the shareholders and serve as the public face of the company.
deal architect
JULY 1, 2019
I excerpt 10% from every book in a series of blog posts. I posted several on SAP Nation 3.0 in April, then took a break after the Sapphire event. Over the next week I will excerpt the final batches. The.
The Startup Magazine
JULY 1, 2019
You probably know that the majority of startups fail within the first five years. In reality, 90% of them fail. What you may not know is that 82% fail due to poor cash flow management, according to a study by a US Bank. In their study, they found that most businesses fail due to poor understanding of cash flow and lack of a well-developed business plan.
YoungUpstarts
JULY 4, 2019
by Binh An Nguyen, Founder & CEO of Market Ease Business Promotions. The importance of reputation should never be underestimated in business. In today’s digital world, negative feedback can quickly go viral, leading to potential disaster for even the biggest brands. No matter what size a company is, reputation management is of the utmost importance.
Haystack
JULY 4, 2019
The topic of “investor updates” has been debated frequently. Most folks who are not close to early-stage startups and new company formation would be surprised to discover that a high number of companies, after receiving funding from individuals or institutions, do not send updates to their investors. Contrast that with a fund manager, who is often required to issue quarterly capital account statements usually paired with a cover note and updates on specific companies.
Feld Thoughts
JULY 1, 2019
Xiao Wang , the founder, and CEO of Boundless , recently gave a speech at the 2019 convocation of UW’s Information School. It was 15 minutes long and I thought it was extraordinary. Xiao – nice job weaving in a Mary Oliver quote at the end. “ Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? “ I’m honored that I get to work with you.
The Equity Kicker
JULY 1, 2019
Between 2006 and 2016, I wrote something on this blog almost every working day. It was a huge effort but I loved it. People often asked me how I found the time, but when you see value in something, you almost always simply make the time. That value for me has been not only in distilling and consolidating my thoughts – but also reaching and engaging with a much broader audience than I would be able to otherwise.
YoungUpstarts
JULY 5, 2019
by Kady Sandel, founder of MELD Coworking. With the advent of email, smartphones, and an ever-connected digital world, many companies are allowing their employees to work from home. The benefits of working remotely are numerous and include flexible schedules, access to a wider range of jobs and candidates, and reduced office costs for employers. If you’re making the transition from a traditional office environment to a remote job, there are a few key mistakes to avoid.
Haystack
JUNE 30, 2019
There are countless posts on what one should consider when considering a career in VC. The reality today is that, as technology proliferates into all sectors and geographies, venture itself has grown in lockstep with the size of the opportunity. As the economy is now driven by technology, many folks are interested in venture — which I will admit, if you love it, is an incredible role with a fantastic business model (if things work out).
Up and Running
JULY 1, 2019
This article is part of our SaaS Business Startup Guide —a list of articles to help you plan, start, and grow your SaaS business! You probably already know that there are plenty of resources out there to help you grow and scale your SaaS startup. But, there are so many available that it can actually be overwhelming. To cut through the clutter, I turned to Noah Parsons, a SaaS-industry veteran and our COO here at Palo Alto Software (makers of Bplans).
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