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10 Startup Red Flags

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Lack of Technical Leadership In my definition, to call a company a tech startup, there must be some significant technology that gives you an advantage. Maybe there were layoffs, which isnt a great sign, but it probably indicates a serious retention (i.e. leadership) problem. Either way, its a sign that something is amiss.

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What 15 CEOs Learned Building Top Agencies

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Client retention hinges on relationships—and the people who maintain them. In 2011, “I was speaking at Mozcon in Seattle,” remembers Conversion.com ’s Stephen Pavlovich. Instead, I focused my efforts on building thought leadership. Professional networks are the starting point (and growth engine). Landing that first big client.

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What 15 CEOs Learned Building Top Agencies

ConversionXL

Client retention hinges on relationships—and the people who maintain them. In 2011, “I was speaking at Mozcon in Seattle,” remembers Conversion.com ’s Stephen Pavlovich. Instead, I focused my efforts on building thought leadership. Professional networks are the starting point (and growth engine). Landing that first big client.

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