David Teten

JULY 12, 2012

For startup companies trying to build buzz around their brand, but without the capital to launch a full-fledged PR campaign, there are a lot of ways to hack the PR game. To begin with, the best PR you can build is through satisfied customers with high Net Promoter scores. Reach out to websites that profile entrepreneurs.

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Venture Capital PR Technical Review Startup 122

Transformify

JULY 4, 2018

Is it just the technology that has been used or there is more to it? Each CSR program is discussed to come up with a PR and marketing plan to ensure its success and add value to the business and the society at large. Looking at the reviews published online on Glassdoor, Mouthshut, TrustedCompany, etc. RMS Consultant. Job Alerts.

Technical Review 40

Technical Review Software Review Database Algorithm 40

David Teten

JANUARY 9, 2018

A friend of mine interviewed for a job with massively successful hedge fund manager Steven A. The importance of reputation is why, for example, Andreessen Horowitz invested early and heavily in their own PR, adding PR guru Margit Wennmachers as a Partner. . – Thoughtful fund management. – Thesis.

Venture Capital 60

Venture Capital Private Equity Silicon Valley Differentiation 60

David Teten

JANUARY 9, 2018

A friend of mine interviewed for a job with massively successful hedge fund manager Steven A. The importance of reputation is why, for example, Andreessen Horowitz invested early and heavily in their own PR, adding PR guru Margit Wennmachers as a Partner. . – Thoughtful fund management. – Thesis.

Venture Capital 60

Venture Capital Private Equity Silicon Valley Differentiation 60

Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 18, 2015

There’s too much PR and too many tech blogs and too many newsletters and aggregators and Twitter summarizers to even try to catch everything that’s going on and equally there’s so much noise that it becomes harder to be heard. .” I still plan to keep more normal pace of investment which is 1-2 deals per year.

Software Review 150

Software Review Turkey Portfolio Syndicate 150

Cracking the Code

AUGUST 3, 2011

In search of Europes next tech stars. I feel like I’m often looking for interesting things to read about a variety of subjects, but I manage to include your blog among my reads every day. Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Impact of the recession on SaaS Sales&Marketing pr.

Software Review 67

Software Review Europe Technical Review Search 67

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 25, 2016

Many startup businesses – tech or otherwise – fail. Trying outrageous new things or even trying mundane things but in new ways but with extreme quality & innovation is what fuels the tech startup industry. The perfect competitors are the ones where they unable to respond due to The Innovator’s Dilemma.

Startup 150

Startup Seed Money DC Software Review 150

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 4, 2011

You Manage What you Measure. One of the things I discuss the most with the portfolio companies I’m involved with is that “you manage what you measure.”. Or they go in the opposite direction and spend too much time capturing & measuring data that isn’t used to make management decisions. On measurement.

Metrics 346

Metrics Startup Acquisition SEM 346

Feld Thoughts

JULY 12, 2018

One of our portfolio companies recently engaged with an industry analyst for the first time with a very disappointing outcome. Unfortunately, it quickly became clear that the analyst conducting the review simply didn’t understand the problem being solved or why this company’s solution was so disruptive to the other vendors.

Warrant 73

Warrant Technical Review PR Portfolio 73

Hearpreneur

JANUARY 19, 2018

This means constantly looking for improvements to our automation technology, using that automation more, and diligently pursuing excellence for each client’s dream website. New technologies have arrived to make people attracted and much more dependant on them. Thanks to Shawn Moore, Solodev ! #2- 2- Two goals.

Detroit 92

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Up and Running

JUNE 16, 2014

They’re the PR and the security. A simple online search should reveal your investors interests as well as the portfolio of companies that he/she has invested in. For venture capitalist, Paul Suster , it’s not just the individual; the ‘management team’ is essential. A management team they believe in. You and Your Team. “It

Exit Strategy 91

Exit Strategy Advisory Board Business Plan Portfolio 91

David Teten

DECEMBER 12, 2017

(written by Philipp von dem Knesebeck , Managing Partner, Blue Future Partners (bluefp.com, @bluefutureteam ), and David Teten ). VCs are at the forefront of technological disruption, funding many of the latest cutting edge productivity tools. But what tools are they using themselves to automate their own processes?

Early Stage 60

Early Stage Technical Review Software Review Venture Capital 60

ConversionXL

MARCH 19, 2020

A Harvard Business Review (HBR) study of 4,700 public companies looked at the three years before, during, and after recessions. Use that intelligence to inform product portfolio and investment choices.”. Managers can defy old mind-sets and creatively search for superior solutions. Why brand matters more than ever.

Marketing 121

Marketing Campaign Non-Compete Lean 121

Hearpreneur

JANUARY 21, 2017

2 – Advertising Agency & Boutique PR and Advertising Agencies. Prior to starting my own public relations and marketing consultancy, I worked for one of the largest global advertising agencies as well as smaller boutique PR and advertising agencies. The owner was not equipped to manage people. Sales Account Manager.

Entrepreneur 48

Entrepreneur Investment Bankers PR Social Media 48

crowdSPRING Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2013

Tips For Managing Remote Workers | Business Insider - crowdspring.co/19fk1pf. You Can’t Be a Wimp—Make the Tough Calls | Harvard Business Review – crowdspring.co/H4gLnT. Gartner: Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends For 2014 | Forbes - crowdspring.co/H47XhY. Design Tips for Building an Exquisite Portfolio - crowdspring.co/1gqnM0o.

Social Media 92

Social Media Small Business Design Media 92

Cracking the Code

MARCH 12, 2010

Given the lag in GAAP revenue recognition, the Q4 09 revenues are indicating an increased productivity in Q3 2009 (we have unfortunately to look backward due to the GAAP revenue recognition model), but the trend is very encouraging. Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Online Gaming. (1). software. (10).

Software Review 63

Software Review Technical Review Cloud Forecast 63

Cracking the Code

NOVEMBER 13, 2008

A few days ago, Bessemer West Coast SaaS Practice - David Cowan , Byron Deeter and myself, hosted a CFO Dinner for our SaaS portfolio at John Bentleys in Redwood City. Fifteen CFOs participated - about half of them from Bessemer portfolio SaaS companies (Cornerstone On Demand, Intacct. Portfolio. (3). Is Government a good idea?

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Valuation Portfolio 48

Cracking the Code

DECEMBER 1, 2009

Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Impact of the recession on SaaS Sales&Marketing pr. Churchill Club 2008 Top 10 Tech Trends. Best Venture and Technology Podcasts for 2007. The recession created opportunities! Online Gaming. (1). sales and marketing. (10). Small and medium businesses.

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Cloud Europe 48

Cracking the Code

DECEMBER 2, 2006

Small and Medium businesses have been the holy grail of High tech and software companies for quite some time now, but the quest is far from ending. "If If you would ask me what part of the market is most underserved by technology companies today, Id tell you its small and medium sized business. Saturday, December 02, 2006.

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Europe Software 48

Cracking the Code

NOVEMBER 10, 2009

Platform as a Service (PaaS) is the service and management layer of the cloud platform, and is evolving dynamically to include things such as intelligent provisioning, as well as application and network management. Employees are now powerful customers, not just their managers! Portfolio. (3). Build Employee Software.

Software Review 48

Software Review Cloud Technical Review Sales Cycle 48

View from Seed

JANUARY 24, 2018

When we create new platform initiatives, our team tries to think about how we can be the most impactful with our portfolio companies. Today, we’re thrilled to announce a new program that we hope will help our portfolio companies with two of these bullets. Building a great product. We want to talk to you!

Operations 176

Operations Cofounder Technical Review Angel Investor 176

Cracking the Code

DECEMBER 9, 2006

The phone rings - it was the staffing manager: "Philippe, come in my office, your life is gonna change!". Yes, for a couple of years, after which the new plant manager decided to outsourced the whole thing. I guessed the measuring spoon was not used diligently. Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars.

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Europe Venture Capital 48

VC Cafe

JANUARY 12, 2022

While Metaverse rose to fame initially due to Facebook’s name change into ‘Meta’ to express their ambition to become a Metaverse company within 5 years (and perhaps deflect some of the negative PR), there are now many large companies, startups and brands working on their metaverse strategy.

Technical Review 217

Technical Review Non-Compete IP 217

Cracking the Code

JANUARY 28, 2008

The first internet wave managed to solve pretty well the "Where to buy" problem, with sites like Kelkoo , Shopzilla , NextTag , PriceGrabber, or Shopping.com. Cornerstone on Demand is a fast growing Learning and Talent management company based in Los Angeles. Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars.

Software Review 48

Software Review Technical Review Los Angeles Europe 48

David Teten

JULY 12, 2013

Are you trying to build buzz, but don’t have the cash to launch a full-fledged PR campaign? I emphasize that the best PR you can build is through satisfied customers with high Net Promoter scores. In other words, you should focus first on a great product/service, and only after you’ve achieved that worry about PR.

PR 114

PR Public Relations Startup Technical Review 114

Cracking the Code

FEBRUARY 12, 2007

Bessemer was also heavily represented with David Cowan , managing partner and co-founder of VeriSign ( see his post about the event ), Rob Stavis , BVP’s New York-based managing partner who led our investment in Skype, Byron Deeter , partner and founder of Trigo and our COO/managing partner Ed Colloton. Portfolio. (3).

Software Review 48

Software Review SEM Marketing Las Vegas 48

Cracking the Code

JANUARY 22, 2009

Great summary, I've found the complexity of managing all the exceptions and crediting rules that creative sales managers always seem to come up with to be something that often undermines simplicity Phillippe advocates. Portfolio. (3). In search of Europe's next tech stars. Churchill Club 2008 Top 10 Tech Trends.

Software Review 91

Software Review Clawback Sales Salary 91

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 16, 2012

I get approached about clean tech or biotech periodically – I don’t focus on these. In ad tech there’s Seth Levine at Foundry Group and both Dana Settle & Ian Sigelow at Greycroft. But the short answer is that the best intro is from a portfolio company of that VC or by other entrepreneurs whom that VC respects.

Developer 366

Developer Silicon Valley PR Las Vegas 366

Cracking the Code

DECEMBER 16, 2006

SaaS will give them access to technologies that were accessible only to larger companies in the past, giving them a new edge to compete. Requires more capital because: - It is harder to develop for many new factors like tenant data isolation, user management, subscription services, etc. Portfolio. (3). Online Gaming. (1).

Software Review 48

Software Review Silicon Valley Technical Review Software 48

Up and Running

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

I want you to be really realistic about your personal financial portfolio and how you spend money before you make the decision to start a business. You’ve got to figure out whether or not you have the organization and stamina to manage all of that. What do you manage? You’ve got to be the payroll manager.

Social Media 60

Social Media Small Business Software Review Technical Review 60

Hearpreneur

JANUARY 29, 2017

Thanks to Bryanne Lawless, BLND PR ! #17 It’s important for management to remember that a commitment to professional development is essential to attracting and retaining good talent, as well as advancing the capability, the reliability, and ultimately, the profitability of the organization. – Seth Godin. #20

Entrepreneur 48

Entrepreneur LLC Cofounder Montana 48

David Teten

JULY 12, 2013

Are you trying to build buzz, but don’t have the cash to launch a full-fledged PR campaign? I emphasize that the best PR you can build is through satisfied customers with high Net Promoter scores. In other words, you should focus first on a great product/service, and only after you’ve achieved that worry about PR.

PR 60

PR Public Relations Startup Technical Review 60

A Smart Bear: Startups and Marketing for Geeks

MARCH 11, 2014

And when you look at the tools that we use, I mean we’ve made so many technological advances, but really to manage a meeting there’s not a practical tool available. We use email; we use Word; we use task manager; we use a file sharing tool. They are so happy that they finally have a tool to manage their business.

Technical Cofounder 220

Technical Cofounder Cofounder Software Review Management 220

K9 Ventures

JULY 21, 2016

That’s 7 out of about 29 investments that K9 has made to date and so that’s almost 1/4 of the K9 portfolio. These design houses do a phenomenal job, but it is up to the founders to choose the right firm for their product, and then manage the cost and timeline for the design process.

Software Review 48

Software Review Forecast Portfolio Distribution 48

Steve Blank

JULY 16, 2009

Meanwhile our company was pouring an enormous amount of dollars into building tools and video compression technology, while also hiring a lot of high-priced Hollywood talent like art directors, and script and story editors. Bring in some outside professionals to review our progress? Was my response to stop development of the games?

Silicon Valley 221

Silicon Valley RSS Video San Diego 221

crowdSPRING Blog

JULY 19, 2013

The management framework that propelled LinkedIn to a $20 billion company – [link]. MIT Technology Review – [link]. Why Microsoft’s Reorganization Is Not About Technology | by Gene Marks, Forbes – [link]. Increase Your Team’s Curiosity | Harvard Business Review – [link].

Social Media 94

Social Media Small Business Design Media 94

crowdSPRING Blog

JULY 25, 2013

Book Review: Ctrl Alt Delete, by Mitch Joel – [link]. Microaggression and Management – [link]. Create a Crowd Competition That Works | Harvard Business Review – [link]. Microaggression and Management – [link]. Book Review: Ctrl Alt Delete, by Mitch Joel – [link]. – [link].

Social Media 92

Social Media Small Business Design Media 92