A Smart Bear: Startups and Marketing for Geeks

OCTOBER 4, 2017

“Founder trouble” is a leading cause of startup death (though data also show that companies with only one founder are more likely to fail , so the conclusion is just that startups are just always likely to fail!). Employee #2 will join a startup for the experience. Or it’s fatal because that was a co-founder.

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Government Startup Cofounder Technical Support 223

VC Cafe

MARCH 18, 2020

Tech can play a role in helping on various fronts: Startups and tech companies working directly on tackling Coronavirus – from prevention to testing and patient care. For #1, there are calls for action coming from the EU and UK government to companies that can accelerate the manufacturing of respirators.

Software Review 218

Software Review Technical Review Product 218

VC Cafe

JUNE 5, 2024

The The main takeaways are: High-tech has been central to Israel’s economic growth (53% of the export), but is at a crossroads due to global economic trends and recent challenges in Israel, including the War. The trend indicates a return to 2018 levels, reflecting the global downturn in investments.

Technical Review 97

Technical Review Global Incubator 97

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

On the other hand, everyone wants to be an entrepreneur. His focus is on entrepreneurs in America, but what he says applies to every other country as well. This next frontier lies in building enterprises as an entrepreneur, rather than waiting for innovation and opportunity from large corporations.

Engineer 219

Engineer Entrepreneur Offshore Merger 219

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

In fact, I often have to tell aspiring entrepreneurs that their inventions have zero value, at least not until they are put in the context of a business plan, with qualified people committed to executing the plan. Every inventor seems to think their invention is worth a million dollars, but I haven’t seen anyone pay that much for one yet.

Technical Review 391

Technical Review Intellectual Property Early Stage Global 391

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 7, 2023

With the availability of high-speed Internet and social media access around the world, it’s easy for entrepreneurs to assume that the world is just one big homogeneous market, and project their business will scale accordingly. The local culture affects not only the decisions an entrepreneur must make, but also how a market views the company.

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Global Algorithm Business Model Social Media 276

VC Cafe

JANUARY 22, 2021

A few months ago, VC Cafe launched a series on startup engagement and outreach programs of large tech companies. After covering Google startup outreach and support (from first hand experience), today I’m happy to add Amazon and AWS, by looking into the variety of ways startups can engage with the commerce and cloud giant.

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Technical Review Startup Venture Capital Incubator 174

VC Cafe

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The past year was a wild ride for startups and founders, giving a whole new meaning to the ”rollercoaster” aspect of being an entrepreneur. A combination of competition for top talent and an effort to bring employees back to the office drove startups in Israel to throw extravagant parties and all-inclusive retreats abroad.

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Founder Startup Valuation Pre-Money Valuation 187

Hearpreneur

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Some entrepreneurs will say the future is definitely bright but to others, some of these changes are meant to work against their expansion and business operations. This means that more and more entrepreneurs are designing solutions to global problems, creating innovative products and services that meet real needs, and driving social change.

Artificial Inteligence 109

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Entrepreneur Global 109

NZ Entrepreneur

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

With the pandemic, climate crisis, global economic shifts and rapidly changing consumer markets, it is clear that many businesses of today will no longer be relevant tomorrow. It is our startup sector which will drive this innovative progress. Startup founders are our ambitious problem solvers. Our world is changing, and fast.

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Technical Review Software Review New Zealand Due Diligence 88

NZ Entrepreneur

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

A new study considers whether it is better to “go global” from day one, or to grow locally first. Auckland-based startup Niesh, which has developed a student discount platform, is on a rapid growth trajectory and has had to decide if it should grow locally, or prioritise opportunities overseas.

Global 51

Global New Zealand Incubator Startup 51

ReadWriteStart

MARCH 31, 2020

Venture capital investment is one of the top places startups look out for when seeking funding for their business alongside other popular options like angel investing and crowdfunding. Therefore, startups can expect investors to make significant adjustments based on lessons learned last year, which are rather harsh.

Technical Review 175

Technical Review Artificial Inteligence Startup Term Sheet 175

NZ Entrepreneur

AUGUST 22, 2023

The New Zealand chapter of the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) wants to see local and central government politicians initiate policies to make entrepreneurship easier and more effective. Wellington-based entrepreneur and investor Dave Moskovitz has been the chair of GEN New Zealand since 2019.

New Zealand 74

New Zealand Government Technical Review Angel Investor 74

Steve Blank

OCTOBER 30, 2012

Today we are announcing the biggest entrepreneurial program ever launched – Startup Weekend Next. A partnership of Startup Weekend , Startup America , TechStars and Udacity , Startup Weekend Next brings four weeks of amazing hands-on training learning to build your startup to cities around the world.

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Startup Lean Incubator Business Model 335

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 24, 2013

On the other hand, everyone wants to be an entrepreneur. This next frontier lies in building your own enterprises as an entrepreneur, rather than waiting for innovation and opportunity from large corporations. Existing technologies have been “commoditized” globally. Government bail-outs do not promote innovation.

Entrepreneur 263

Entrepreneur Offshore Merger Technical Review 263

Hearpreneur

JULY 3, 2020

Some entrepreneurs will say the future is definitely bright but to others, some of these changes are meant to work against their expansion and business operations. We asked entrepreneurs their thoughts on the future of entrepreneurship and here’s what they had to say; #1- Rise in the speed of tech innovations.

Technical Review 142

Technical Review Entrepreneur Software Review Artificial Inteligence 142

Hearpreneur

JANUARY 2, 2022

In the last few days of 2021, we took some time to ask a few entrepreneurs and businesses what their biggest business accomplishments were. #1- Our membership network of thousands of small business owners and entrepreneurs across hundreds of local chapters nationwide feel like they belong to an entire community now.

Entrepreneur 124

Entrepreneur Jordan Employee Revenue 124

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Every business owner and entrepreneur I meet in my consulting rounds dreams of finding that “ disruptive ” innovation that will supercharge their business and move it into the ranks of business unicorns (billion-dollar valuations), such as SpaceX and Apple. Establish a governance process to support efforts.

Technical Review 252

Technical Review Silicon Valley Software Review Metrics 252

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

Where there’s been the overthrowing of governments, mass protests and even outright civil war, there’s… entrepreneurship. “ Startup Rising: The Entrepreneurial Revolution Remaking the Middle East “, written by seasoned U.S. internet executive and venture investor Christopher M.

Technical Review 248

Technical Review Saudi Arabia Egypt Startup 248

The Startup Magazine

MARCH 31, 2022

The UK government relies on private-sector tax revenue, so they’ve set up favourable UK entrepreneurship support policies such as minimum reporting requirements, tax optimisation opportunities, government initiatives to help small and medium-sized firms, and independent and impartial tribunals for entrepreneurs.

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United Kingdom Global Government Technology 162

Hearpreneur

JULY 17, 2020

Here’s the list of industries with the most optimist future as suggested by entrepreneurs. #1- The sustainability industry is one that is set to keep growing, creating opportunities for entrepreneurs and workers alike. Governments around the world are adopting Digital Infrastructure for growth. 1- Sustainability. 2-Technology.

Technical Review 126

Technical Review Entrepreneur Software Review Artificial Inteligence 126

Hearpreneur

JANUARY 22, 2023

We asked entrepreneurs and business owners about the 2023 trends they see in their industry and here are the responses. #1- For example, a startup SaaS company can use a specialized app to create a good product management process and keep track of the project's progress. Thanks to Sean Stevens, Immerse Education ! #5-

Artificial Inteligence 123

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Entrepreneur Social Media 123

Steve Blank

APRIL 14, 2013

I just spent a few weeks in Japan and China on a book tour for the Japanese and Chinese versions of the Startup Owners Manual. This left an open playing field for Chinese software startups as they “copy to China” existing U.S. Note that the inner ring shows their global equivalents.). All the usual caveats apply. Competition.

China 327

China Silicon Valley Non-Compete Intellectual Property 327

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 17, 2020

Entrepreneurs who search for real pain points, and build solutions around them, have the best chance of changing the world. As an alternative, if you are an entrepreneur looking for the next big thing, where should you look? The impact of global instability. Some kind of natural or man-made disaster. When the world gets smaller.

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Customer Startup China California 417

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

More recently, the desire for extra income has become the key driver in new startups, according to the popular press. Being called a lifestyle entrepreneur should be a point of pride, not an insult. Of course, even lifestyle entrepreneurs want to be happy, and want their business to be “successful.” According to William R.

Entrepreneur 371

Entrepreneur Equity Dilution LLC 371

ReadWriteStart

MAY 7, 2021

10 Important Hiring Tips for Startups in Post COVID Era. With overwhelming changes like corporate office closures , temporary suspension of visa appointments with the government, HR teams have a lot to keep track of. Hiring Global Talent. So, as a result, competition is becoming fiercer to find the right candidate.

Hiring 159

Hiring Technical Review Software Review Startup 159

Hearpreneur

APRIL 13, 2022

We asked entrepreneurs and business owners who are their favorite disruptors and here are the responses; #1- Elon Musk. One of the most important lessons entrepreneurs can learn from Dropbox is to adopt the lean start-up methodology and start. He is a serial entrepreneur and has started several successful companies. 2- Dropbox.

Artificial Inteligence 75

Artificial Inteligence Entrepreneur Technical Review Software Review 75

The Startup Magazine

MARCH 13, 2019

In an effort to support startups looking for capital and mentorship, The Startup Magazine is supporting American Electric Power in the launch of its IlluminationLAB global innovation program for technology entrepreneurs. We encourage all startups to consider applying to this rewarding startup accelerator.

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Columbus Ohio Technical Review Startup 114

David Teten

MARCH 31, 2012

I’m exceptionally excited to announce that I’m now Chairman and lead investor with some other angels in a new company, Spright Governance Inc. Spright is a spinoff of the Singaporean government, which will leverage their proven expertise and technology to run other cities, states, and nations globally. at $47,568.

Government 154

Government Singapore New York City Non-Compete 154

Steve Blank

OCTOBER 7, 2011

I spent the month of September lecturing, and interacting with (literally) thousands of entrepreneurs in two emerging startup markets, Finland and Russia. What I found in Finland was: a whole lot of smart, passionate entrepreneurs who want to build a startup hub in Helsinki. Startup Blog: Arctic Startup.

Finland 328

Finland Venture Capital Government Russia 328

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 10, 2020

This worked hand-in-hand with the smart city infrastructure that was in place, enabling the relevant government agencies to communicate with the public through different channels swiftly, and decisively. The government has made huge financial commitments in turning South Korea into one of the world’s leading startup hubs.

South Korea 229

South Korea Startup Singapore Government 229

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 22, 2015

On the other hand, everyone wants to be an entrepreneur. His focus is on entrepreneurs in America, but what he says applies to every other country as well. This next frontier lies in building enterprises as an entrepreneur, rather than waiting for innovation and opportunity from large corporations.

Offshore 120

Offshore Startup Merger Technical Review 120

Startup Lessons Learned

MARCH 6, 2013

Once again, along with my partners at 500 Startups, we are proud to present the most substantive track at SXSW: [link] There was a running joke last year that "the Lean Startup track was the only place at SXSW you couldn't get out of the building." 1,000 startup founders, investors, and press! We're back! THIS SATURDAY!

Lean 165

Lean Cofounder Startup Software Engineering 165

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

In fact, I often have to tell aspiring entrepreneurs that their inventions have zero value, at least not until they are put in the context of a business plan, with qualified people committed to executing the plan. Every inventor seems to think their invention is worth a million dollars, but I haven’t seen anyone pay that much for one yet.

Technical Review 215

Technical Review Intellectual Property Early Stage Global 215

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 8, 2023

Entrepreneurs who search for real pain points, and build solutions around them, have the best chance of changing the world. As an alternative, if you are an entrepreneur looking for the next big thing, where should you look? The impact of global instability. Some kind of natural or man-made disaster. When the world gets smaller.

China 295

China California Government Global 295

Steve Blank

JULY 6, 2016

How and why the State Department is involving the nation’s top innovators in its efforts was the focus of my interview with Deputy Secretary of State Tony Blinken on today’s Entrepreneurs are Everywhere radio show. Then the question is, will their governments allow them to use it and if not, are there workarounds? .

North Korea 134

North Korea SEC Silicon Valley Entrepreneur 134

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 27, 2014

I always advise software startups to file patents to protect their “secret sauce” from competitors, and to increase their valuation. The good news is that a patent can scare off or at least delay competitors, and as a “rule of thumb” patents can add up to $1M to your startup valuation for investors or M&A exits (merger and acquisition).

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Software Review Software Technical Review Intellectual Property 250