crowdSPRING Blog

MAY 9, 2014

The Answer to the Organic Reach vs Advertising Problem on Social Media Channels – crowdspring.co/1rTUmdM. Why the social networks are falling apart | Computerworld by Mike Elgan – crowdspring.co/1mAjDIB. Twitter Link Roundup #209 – Small Business, Startups, Innovation, Social Media, Design, Marketing and More.

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Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 3, 2014

The Ultimate Tutorial to Add Inbound Marketing Into Your PR Strategy written by Guest Post read more at Small Business Marketing Blog from Duct Tape Marketing. Inbound marketing has become a popular strategy for a number of things including for being the best startup PR strategy. Social media.

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www.forentrepreneurs.com

FEBRUARY 2, 2010

Blog About Log in Register Startup Killer: the Cost of Customer Acquisition In the many thousands of articles advising entrepreneurs on what they have to focus on to build successful startups, much has been written about three key factors: team, product and market, with particular focus on the importance of product/market fit.

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crowdSPRING Blog

JANUARY 18, 2013

Lots of important lessons for entrepreneurs - [link]. 8 Major Mistakes Entrepreneurs Will Make In 2013 | Forbes – [link]. The Dunbar Number, From the Guru of Social Networks | Businessweek - [link]. Social Networking Eats Up 3+ Hours Per Day For The Average American User - [link].

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Social Media Small Business Design Media 94

Duct Tape Marketing

JULY 22, 2016

5 Ways Content Marketing Can Benefit PR written by Guest Post read more at Duct Tape Marketing. With the advent of social media, the tables turned for professionals working in the PR industry. Some will say that social media networks are the worst imaginable PR nightmare there is. photo credit PicJumbo.

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Hearpreneur

OCTOBER 7, 2020

We asked some entrepreneurs and business owners, why they started their businesses: #1- Provide pet owners with the information and education. After being furloughed by the Harlem Globetrotters due to COVID-19, I founded Eric PR & Marketing, LLC as a way to help nonprofits and small businesses during difficult times.

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mashable.com

MAY 9, 2011

a New York-based sizzle reel production company specializing in promotional videos for PR and marketing professionals, and the Young Entrepreneur Council. I asked a panel of successful young entrepreneurs what fledging tech startups should be looking for in a CTO hire to ensure founders get the right person for the job.

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Up and Running

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

To learn more, we turned to the experts at the Young Entrepreneur Council for their feedback on tactics they’ve used to create a winning opening day strategy. Tap into your network. “A Eyal recommends leaning on your existing business (or even social) network to support you on your big day.

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Programming Lean Advertising Technical Review 60

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 4, 2011

Usually you have a catch-all bucket for “direct” or similar that often came through PR or word-of-mouth. Most people under estimate the challenge of winning “share of mind” the least understood concept with tech entrepreneurs. How many social networks, picture sharing sites, new aggregators or blogs can we really spend time on?

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Metrics Startup Acquisition SEM 346

The Next Web

JANUARY 26, 2014

Jon Yongfook is a serial entrepreneur based in Asia. If a big corporation is pushing a new product, you might expect them to take out TV ads, online ads, maybe hire a PR agency and set up big distribution partnerships. Back when Facebook was still just for schools, some schools already had their own social networks.

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The Next Web

JANUARY 31, 2014

Personally, I have researched the link profiles of almost 100 startups which are doing great in the search result pages, and if you’re a startup then here’s is my recommendation for a Link Profile that will make Google fall in love with you: 40 percent – PR Links from real magazines like The Next Web, Mashable and TechCrunch.

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crowdSPRING Blog

MARCH 28, 2018

Small business owners and entrepreneurs envy the virtually unlimited marketing budgets of large companies. Too many business owners forget this, as we recently wrote : It’s not unusual for small business owners and entrepreneurs to focus on strategies and tactics at the expense of also setting appropriate goals.

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 22, 2011

It’s intended in a discussion with an entrepreneur to get them to question whether there is really amazing underlying value in the product or service they’re offering. I have always been equally impressed with Brew PR who represented them and would hire them for any company in which I had invested. GroupMe to Skype.

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crowdSPRING Blog

JULY 21, 2011

Why Entrepreneurs Must Be Crazy – [link]. Interesting that many small biz owners still not finding much use for social media – [link]. No New Social Network Launched Today – [link]. Is the Life You’re Living Worth the Price You’re Paying to Live It? – [link]. Breaking in a new employee?

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Social Media Small Business Design Media 94

ReadWriteStart

JANUARY 13, 2012

It gives me great satisfaction to observe this evolution, and play a small role in shepherding these young entrepreneurs along. Before I start discussing the businesses, I'd like to highlight the role the National Entrepreneurship Network (NEN) has played in developing the e-cells at 470 different schools and colleges in India.

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crowdSPRING Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

More fun ads in the Social Media & Marketing section below. 10 things entrepreneurs can learn from athletes – [link]. 10 things entrepreneurs can learn from athletes – [link]. Lesson for all on social networks: Spirit Airlines hit with $50K fine over deceptive Tweets – [link]. – [link].

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Social Media Small Business Design Media 93

crowdSPRING Blog

MARCH 22, 2013

The #1 Mistake Entrepreneurs Make – [link]. Social Networks by Revenue and Employees, Facebook Stands Above All | Web Strategy – [link]. Innocent Drinks: Don’t be Afraid to Start Small | Startup War Story – [link]. How to Grow Your Email Marketing List to 5 Digits and Beyond – [link].

Social Media 105

Social Media Small Business Design Media 105

Steve Blank

MARCH 18, 2011

VC’s worked with entrepreneurs to build profitable and scalable businesses, with increasing revenue and consistent profitability – quarter after quarter. For VC’s and entrepreneurs the gold rush to liquidity was on. Show and talk at conferences, be on lots of blogs, use social networks and build a brand.

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techcocktail.com

OCTOBER 23, 2010

When we see entrepreneurs come up with great ideas (and we see many), we hope that they also remember that while an idea is key, it won’t go anywhere without the right team in place. As entrepreneurs we need to recognize the importance of having a solid support system. Personal Network: Ask your friends and colleagues for suggestions.

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View from Seed

MARCH 8, 2016

Jesse Derris is the founder and CEO of Derris & Company , a PR, branding, and communications firm based in New York. Jay: How should a tech entrepreneur frame “brand” as an idea in the first place? What are some common, early mistakes entrepreneurs make when developing their company’s brand identity and message?

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Seed Stage Conversion Startup PR 120

crowdSPRING Blog

JANUARY 5, 2012

Experienced entrepreneurs preserve equity – [link]. What It’s Like To Be An Entrepreneur – Eboo Patel – [link]. Social network addiction around the world (Israelis are the most addicted) – [link]. Mocked And Misunderstood – [link]. Stop whining and start hiring remote workers – [link].

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Social Media Small Business Design Media 92

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 21, 2011

Will you get the TechCrunch bump, the tier-1 VC anointment, followed by great PR firm support and then the NY Times or WSJ story that follows? So resume + directionally-correct social graph = goldmine for recruiting, networking and marketing. The challenge that many startups face today is: Are you really providing enough value?

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Churn Rate IPO Open Source PR 309

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

Startup marketing today requires the right combination of content marketing and PR. Entrepreneurs should not just focus on affordable SEO; they should first consider the design of the website. These already exist on various social media platforms. The company must be able to engage on social networks as aggressive as possible.

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Small Business Marketing Social Media SEO 100

Software By Rob

JANUARY 25, 2012

That I’ve had a few “exits” and instead of hunkering down and writing code for 6 months I opted to talk to a few of my buddies at the yacht club and purchase a primed and growing social network for somewhere in the mid-seven figures. The site was once great; marketed by a high-end NYC PR firm.

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Acquisition Software Review Fresno Algorithm 63

Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 3, 2009

There are now a second generation of entrepreneurs and companies that have learned from their last successes and are producing great new companies like TopSpin Media , Sometrics and GumGum. My favorite Rogers line was, “musicians of the future will be entrepreneurs and not employees [of labels].”

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crowdSPRING Blog

JUNE 24, 2011

A Portrait Of Who Uses Social Networks In The US (And How Social Media Affects Our Lives) – [link]. Interesting … Only 3% to 7.5% of Fans View Posts From A Facebook Page – [link]. Men Respond Differently Than Women To ‘Paid’ vs. ‘Earned’ Media – [link]. iPad App Dos and Don’ts – [link].

Social Media 91

Social Media Small Business Design Media 91

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 12, 2011

Apart from the large global affiliate networks, there are many others operating solely within regional markets. Many small affiliate marketers use content like blogs, social networks, podcasts and video to monetize their affiliate relationships. And, of course, you'll need premises for them to work in.

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Affiliate Marketing Social Media Germany 223

ultralightstartups.com

MAY 20, 2013

Startup PR. Available as a username on various websites and social networks (eg Facebook, Twitter, Google/Gmail, LinkedIn). Entrepreneur Magazine has a great writeup on How to Name Your Business. April 11, 2012 – Event Recap. Future Energy – Virtual Events. Company Directory. Finding a Technical Co-Founder.

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Naming Startup Technical Review Cofounder 45

Entrepreneurs-Journey.com by Yaro Starak

FEBRUARY 20, 2011

It’s my primary social network ( @thecreativepenn ) and I tweet useful links about writing, publishing and book marketing. It was based on a consistent blogging and social networking approach for the last two years. It is intrinsically rewarding and I love the blog network I am in.

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Technical Review Audience Social Network Australia 98

Mike Michalowicz

JANUARY 14, 2013

Time Magazine reported 73% of recruiters check out your social networking sites, including Facebook. Thanks to Bridget O’Brien , Bridget O’Brien PR. If customers catch on, it will be a major PR disaster for the company. Thanks to Mario Almonte , Herman-Almonte PR. Non-Business Friendly Pictures.

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PR Audience Social Media Dilution 167

David Teten

SEPTEMBER 23, 2017

Relationship Science makes it easier to understand and map social networks into potential limited partners. Chris Dixon, Partner, A16Z, observes , “ Success in VC is probably 10% about picking, and 90% about sourcing the right deals and having entrepreneurs choose your firm as a partner”. 3) Originate investments.

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Private Equity Venture Capital Equity Technical Review 60

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 16, 2012

I raised money as an entrepreneur, like you, in 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003 and 2005 for two different companies. I never suggest that entrepreneurs just randomly pitch VCs. As I like to say, in the era of social networks and transparency if you can’t figure out how to get introduced to a VC then hang up your cleats now.

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Developer Silicon Valley PR Las Vegas 366

Hearpreneur

AUGUST 19, 2015

No matter the tale, the background behind each and every business is what fuels each entrepreneur and brand. business #entrepreneur #startup #story #why #ceo #ceoblognation #CEOs #hearpreneur. Tapping into my knowledge of and experience in automotive marketing, I identified a need to monetize social networks for businesses.

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Entrepreneur Australia Technical Review Community 48

The Next Web

AUGUST 17, 2013

For a social network, friending/following a certain number of users could signal commitment. PR and advertising are obvious ways to build awareness but awareness creation works best when it is a natural consequence of app usage work?ow, Entrepreneur Insider Analysis and Opinion How-To''s' rst use could signal commitment.

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Mobile Design PR Social Network 133

Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 3, 2009

Some think that hiring a PR agency, starting the buzz and getting coverage in hot blogs or on the cover of magazines at launch are objectives. The PR agency helps the company understand and influence key bloggers, social networks, industry analysts, luminaries, and references. Freemium models have their own scorekeeping.)

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Customer Development Developer Silicon Valley Customer 228

Duct Tape Marketing

JULY 26, 2018

” and trying to pass that on to a next generation of entrepreneurs but also to myself. That’s what every entrepreneur … If you’re a great entrepreneur, you seek to do that. ” There’s no one class of entrepreneur that’s so much better than another. .” No surprise.

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Silicon Valley SEO Startup Technical Review 32

Hearpreneur

MARCH 29, 2024

For many entrepreneurs, movies have played a significant role in their journey to success by providing them with the motivation, inspiration, and insights they need to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. We asked successful entrepreneurs which movies motivate them, and these are their responses. #2-

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