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Leaving Government for the Private Sector – Part 2

Steve Blank

Often companies will put you on their advisory board just to use your name and image (and not really want your advice). Choose big for stability and higher salaries. The salaries are almost always higher. You may need to cover some portion of your own salary for a year. An Advisory Board provides advice.

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Nokia as “He Who Must Not Be Named” and the Helsinki Spring

Steve Blank

Nokia as “He Who Must Not Be Named”. You find early stage employees expecting to work normal hours, to get paid a regular salary, and not asking or expecting equity. While it might have been politically expedient, it was not a welcome sign for long-term investment. After I brought it up in a meeting, you could have heard a pin drop.

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13 Critical Small Business Legal Requirements to Start a Business

Up and Running

Register your business name. The name of your business identifies your enterprise, which makes it easy for people to notice and understand your business. After you pick a good business name, it’s advisable to register that name to certify and protect it. Obtain the right business permits and licenses.

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Analytics Career Advice: Job Titles, Salaries, Technical & Business Roles

Occam's Razor

My goal is to climb the ranks and increase my salary." Michael is not his real name. I am getting to how you can increase your salary part. Each unique in its job, salary and future prospects. I feel like am an Analytics God. What would be your advice for me in terms of next steps for my career? Please stick with me.

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6 Benefits of Outsourcing and Freelancing In Startups

Startup Professionals Musings

Outsource providers will adopt your company name when they interact with others, and their expertise can help you overcome the hesitation of some clients to do business with small and new businesses. times base salary range, not including space and equipment requirements. Outsourcing can give your startup a more mature image.

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Female Founder Interview – Olga Camargo Leads Latinas Fintech Advisory

The Startup Magazine

Negocios Now named Olga among Chicago’s Most Influential 50 Latinos. Crain’s Chicago Business named Olga among “Chicago’s Most Powerful Latinos” in 2019. SHENIX™ offers financial education, financial services through its partners, career planning, and salary negotiation resources, all of which support Latinas/x life goals.

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Startup Runway Length Depends on Your Burn Rate

Startup Professionals Musings

When I was interviewed for my first startup CEO job, I was expecting a $150,000 salary, but instead was offered an opportunity to contribute $50,000 to the business, and work for equity only. Do you really need that full-time assistant, regular bookkeeper, and big-name attorney? Pay people with equity or future revenue. Great strategy.

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