Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 28, 2023

Entrepreneurs seem to have blinders on when looking at competitors. Always start with a formal proposal, limited in scope to a specific common objective or technology, for a limited amount of time, bounded by a two-way non-disclosure statement. Every startup has a core competency which should not be shared.

Non-Compete 262

Non-Compete Intellectual Property Merger Acquisition 262

View from Seed

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The first is that we are welcoming Stephanie Palmeri as the newest Partner at the firm. We’ve coinvested with her, competed against her, and have shared wins and losses. We’ve coinvested with her, competed against her, and have shared wins and losses. We’d love to see if we can partner together.

Cofounder 156

Cofounder San Francisco Portfolio Limited Partner 156

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 16, 2014

Technology is so key to every business these days that experienced business-smart but non-tech entrepreneurs are falling deeper and deeper in the hole. Should they go after high-tech nerds for partners, or professional technologists? The right answer for a good business partner today is neither of the above.

Partner 259

Partner Entrepreneur Non-Compete Cofounder 259

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 5, 2012

Your goal is “ coopetition ” - to find a way to partner with your competitor in such a way that both parties can substantially benefit from the other's resources - without stealing customers or damaging anyone's credibility. Companies need to very clearly define where they are working together and where they are competing.

Non-Compete 241

Non-Compete Merger Technical Review Software Review 241

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 15, 2023

Almost every entrepreneur starts their journey by developing a solution, based on their idea of a new technology or required service. A real business requires leadership – thought leadership to attract customers and mind share, as well as people leadership around a team, partners, and investors. Manage the stepping up process.

Developer 277

Developer Non-Compete Leadership Networking 277

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 10, 2020

Technology is so key to every business these days that experienced business-smart but non-tech entrepreneurs are feeling deeper and deeper in the hole. Should they go after high-tech nerds for partners, or professional technologists? The right answer for a good business partner today is neither of the above.

Non-Compete 435

Non-Compete Cofounder Social Media Partner 435

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 1, 2020

Entrepreneurs seem to have blinders on when looking at competitors. Always start with a formal proposal, limited in scope to a specific common objective or technology, for a limited amount of time, bounded by a two-way non-disclosure statement. Every startup has a core competency which should not be shared.

Non-Compete 317

Non-Compete Intellectual Property Merger Acquisition 317

YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 21, 2014

2014 will be a formative year for new business owners and early-stage entrepreneurs. For those would-be entrepreneurs debating the startup leap? More non-professional investors will become angel investors and entrepreneurs will benefit from their domain expertise. by Melissa Thompson, CEO of TalkSession. 99 Problems?

Entrepreneur 210

Entrepreneur Startup Balance Sheet Non-Compete 210

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 14, 2014

Entrepreneurs seem to have blinders on when looking at competitors. Always start with a formal proposal, limited in scope to a specific common objective or technology, for a limited amount of time, bounded by a two-way non-disclosure statement. Every startup has a core competency which should not be shared.

Partner 244

Partner Non-Compete Intellectual Property Merger 244

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018

Entrepreneurs seem to have blinders on when looking at competitors. Always start with a formal proposal, limited in scope to a specific common objective or technology, for a limited amount of time, bounded by a two-way non-disclosure statement. Every startup has a core competency which should not be shared.

Partner 147

Partner Non-Compete Intellectual Property Merger 147

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 11, 2021

Early partners or co-founders often drop out of the picture early due to disagreements, and you forget about them, but they don’t forget about the verbal or email promises you made. Later, when your venture is trying to close on financing, or even going public, that forgotten partner surfaces, demanding their original share.

Cost 363

Cost Non-Compete Accredited Investor Cofounder 363

Hearpreneur

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

We asked entrepreneurs and business owners how they’re incorporating social entrepreneurship and here are the responses. #1- 9- Giving to non-profits. As I establish myself as a social entrepreneur, I weave my efforts into my brand story to inform my customers of my actual actions and values. 1- Being greener.

Entrepreneur 128

Entrepreneur Africa Technical Review Green 128

Hearpreneur

MAY 31, 2020

Here’s how entrepreneurs and business owners leverage networking in their businesses. #1- I recently took this lesson away from one of our client partners. Indeed if there were any non-nutritional people there, they would be surrounded by a horde of people pitching them their services. 1- Begin conversations. 9- Personal growth.

Networking 141

Networking Entrepreneur Social Media Channel 141

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 10, 2016

Entrepreneurs seem to have blinders on when looking at competitors. Always start with a formal proposal, limited in scope to a specific common objective or technology, for a limited amount of time, bounded by a two-way non-disclosure statement. Every startup has a core competency which should not be shared.

Partner 120

Partner Non-Compete Intellectual Property Merger 120

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 26, 2020

Almost every entrepreneur starts their journey by developing a solution, based on their idea of a new technology or required service. A real business requires leadership – thought leadership to attract customers and mind share, as well as people leadership around a team, partners, and investors. Manage the stepping up process.

Leadership 312

Leadership Non-Compete Startup Networking 312

Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Since NewTV won’t be making the content, they will be licensing from and partnering with traditional entertainment producers. NewTV will depend on partners like telcos to distribute the content. Most entrepreneurs today don’t remember the Dot-Com bubble of 1995 or the Dot-Com crash that followed in 2000. And it may work.

Lean 335

Lean Burn Rate Startup IPO 335

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 14, 2023

Outsource what is non-strategic to optimize leverage. Smart entrepreneurs never outsource their core competency, and never rely on intellectual property they don’t own. Many markets already have major players, so figuring out how to make them partners is much more effective for scaling than trying to out-market them.

Hockey Stick 339

Hockey Stick Intellectual Property Non-Compete Business Model 339

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 15, 2011

If you are a first-time entrepreneur, I often recommend that you team with a co-founder with experiences, connections, and a skill set that complements, but doesn’t duplicate yours. Even experienced entrepreneurs need a partner to strengthen their position. The question is how to find that elusive perfect-fit partner.

Partner 231

Partner Cofounder Silicon Valley Non-Compete 231

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 26, 2021

As a long-time advisor to new entrepreneurs here in the USA, I’ve long been impressed with the number that come here from other countries, and the positive traits that most of these seem to bring with them. Success means seeking complementary partners and relationships. Practice persistence in overcoming all obstacles.

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South Africa Greece Russia Global 365

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Technology is so key to every business these days that experienced business-smart but non-tech entrepreneurs are feeling deeper and deeper in the hole. Should they go after high-tech nerds for partners, or professional technologists? The right answer for a good business partner today is neither of the above.

Technology 217

Technology Non-Compete Cofounder Partner 217

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 19, 2021

Most successful entrepreneurs will tell you that their primary motivation is to “change the world” and to build something lasting, not to make a lot of money. Yet my own experience, and a still relevant McKinsey survey , leads me to believe that non-cash motivators may be more effective in the long term than financial incentives.

Non-Compete 343

Non-Compete Leadership Employee Audience 343

Up and Running

AUGUST 17, 2015

As I read stories of college dropouts who had successfully sold tech companies, or entrepreneurs with innovative ideas who made it big on Shark Tank, it became clear that there was no set path to startup success. C Corp versus LLC, non-competes, liquidation preferences, preferred versus common stock, and so on).

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Entrepreneur Cofounder Angel Investor eCommerce 60

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 25, 2010

I believe that it is part of the DNA of an entrepreneur – being so competitive that you’re practically sick when you lose. Entrepreneurs are neurotic about it. It’s the one thing I miss having switched from player to manager – I love the joy of winning and of competing. They’re competitive.

China 333

China Silicon Valley Software Review Technical Review 333

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 25, 2010

I believe that it is part of the DNA of an entrepreneur – being so competitive that you’re practically sick when you lose. Entrepreneurs are neurotic about it. It’s the one thing I miss having switched from player to manager – I love the joy of winning and of competing. They’re competitive.

China 328

China Silicon Valley Software Review Technical Review 328

Up and Running

DECEMBER 18, 2013

RocketHub also recently partnered with the TV channel A&E for marketing and funding help for their favorite fundraising campaigns. If you’re a non-profit…. Kiva is a non-profit organization that partners with microfinance institutions (Kiva’s “field partners”) in third-world countries to offer small loans to budding entrepreneurs.

Kenya 119

Kenya Angel Investor Technical Review Software Review 119

Both Sides of the Table

JULY 23, 2014

Limited Partners or LPs (the people who invest into VC funds) have taken notice as 2014 is by all accounts the busiest year for LPs since the Great Recession began. The value capture in the private markets has also led some hedge funds and other major non-private-market investors to become late-stage VCs.

Technical Review 398

Technical Review Venture Capital Valuation Pre-Money Valuation 398

The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

In addition to a speedy and complete understanding of the relevant science and technology of each disease, companies require an upgraded level of competency across the board to translate ideas into economically viable treatments. This unique business model is proven to secure strategic and non-dilutive capital as part of a business model.

Technical Review 117

Technical Review Syria Developer United States 117

Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 25, 2009

I like to say to first-time entrepreneurs, picking a VC is more permanent than marriage. Keeping a blog has been great because so many entrepreneurs have written me with questions about their companies and I’ve gotten to know many of you personally through the process. There are many great VCs. Let me explain.

Pakistan 297

Pakistan India Technical Review Software Review 297

NZ Entrepreneur

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

You can also use this time to review any non-performing revenue lines and exit them. For advice around financial management and business continuity, check you’re eligible to use the Business Advisory Fund and arrange to speak with a local representative or a business advisor through the Regional Business Partner Network.

Technical Review 52

Technical Review Software Review Stock Non-Compete 52

The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Although Alex wrote the book to help kids like himself who are interested in the basics of business, marketing, and leadership , his messages have the wisdom of an experienced entrepreneur. This book applies to anyone who wants to know the basics of business and thinks of becoming and entrepreneur.

Social Media 115

Social Media Chicago Leadership Technical Review 115

Women Entrepreneurs Can

JULY 2, 2019

Female entrepreneurs are also successfully tapping into alternative funding options—such as accelerators, competitions, crowdfunding , grants, and specialized lending programs. 13 RESOURCES FOR WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS AND BUSINESSES OWNERS. Dell Women’s Entrepreneur Network (DWEN) . US Small Business Administration (SBA).

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SBA United States Technical Review Government 97

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 5, 2016

Almost every entrepreneur starts their journey by developing a solution, based on their knowledge of a new technology or required service. A real business requires leadership – thought leadership to attract customers and mind share, as well as people leadership around a team, partners, and investors. Manage the stepping up process.

Leadership 120

Leadership Non-Compete Entrepreneur Networking 120

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 19, 2020

Outsource what is non-strategic to optimize leverage. Smart entrepreneurs never outsource their core competency, and never rely on intellectual property they don’t own. Many markets already have major players, so figuring out how to make them partners is much more effective for scaling than trying to out-market them.

Hockey Stick 386

Hockey Stick Intellectual Property Startup Non-Compete 386

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 2, 2011

Later, when your venture is trying to close on financing, or even going public, that forgotten partner surfaces, demanding their original share. Entrepreneurs often put off the hassle and the cost of filing a patent until first funding. Founders ignore non-compete clauses from former employers.

Non-Compete 246

Non-Compete Accredited Investor Entrepreneur Cofounder 246

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

Almost every entrepreneur starts their journey by developing a solution, based on their knowledge of a new technology or required service. A real business requires leadership – thought leadership to attract customers and mind share, as well as people leadership around a team, partners, and investors. Manage the stepping up process.

Developer 120

Developer Entrepreneur Non-Compete Leadership 120

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 12, 2014

But being best-in-class at online marketing is also a sine qua non to standout from your peer group. The starting point of product IS marketing, which is what a lot of young entrepreneurs that never studied business don’t realize. In business nothing is truly open and fair.

SEM 379

SEM Viral Marketing Widget 379

Hearpreneur

JANUARY 7, 2017

We asked some entrepreneurs and business owners, why they started their businesses: #1 – I Have a Dream. I desired to use the non-analytical side of my brain to create, inspire, lead, and find a new type of success. I was the first social entrepreneur in the coffee world. Image Credit: Enrico Bratta. Thanks to Nancy D.

Entrepreneur 91

Entrepreneur LLC Cofounder Green 91