Gust

DECEMBER 1, 2011

In most cases, the answers are (1) an outstanding product or technology; (2) a successful growth business built around that product; and (3) a top-notch team to build and execute the business. To add insult to injury, the more spectacularly successful the company, the more costly the mistakes can be.

IP 114

IP Intellectual Property Equity Liquidity Event 114

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 13, 2012

Many entrepreneurs scare away potential investors by claiming that their technology represents “truly disruptive technology.” Many people seem to use the social network advertising model for revenue, but forget it assumes at least 100M users and $50M investment. There are two problems with this assertion. Exit strategy.

Business Plan 283

Business Plan Sweat Equity Exit Strategy Intellectual Property 283

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 13, 2011

Many entrepreneurs scare away potential investors by claiming that their technology represents “truly disruptive technology.” Many people seem to use the social network advertising model for revenue, but forget it assumes at least 100M users and $50M investment. There are two problems with this assertion. Exit strategy.

Business Plan 290

Business Plan Sweat Equity Exit Strategy Intellectual Property 290

Steve Blank

MARCH 18, 2011

The reward for doing so was a liquidity event via an Initial Public Offering. This next wave of web startups; Social Networks and Mobile Applications, now reached 100’s of millions of customers. Show and talk at conferences, be on lots of blogs, use social networks and build a brand. Lessons Learned.

Internet 335

Internet IPO Silicon Valley Agile 335

Gust

AUGUST 5, 2012

Many entrepreneurs scare away potential investors by claiming that their technology represents “truly disruptive technology.” Many people seem to use the social network advertising model for revenue, but forget it assumes at least 100M users and $50M investment. There are two problems with this assertion. Exit strategy.

Business Plan 182

Business Plan Sweat Equity Exit Strategy Intellectual Property 182

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 22, 2010

Many entrepreneurs scare away potential investors by claiming that their technology represents “truly disruptive technology.” Many people seem to use the social network advertising model for revenue, but forget it requires at least 100M users and $50M investment. There are two problems with this assertion. Exit strategy.

Business Plan 186

Business Plan Exit Strategy Sweat Equity Intellectual Property 186

www.vccafe.com

MARCH 11, 2013

Every startup faces multiple choices and decisions when it comes to technology. Social networking. Social/Sharing. Ad Serving Technology. Create your own social network. free enterprise social network. Technology & Marketing Law Blog. Updated Business tools for Startups.

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