Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 30, 2021

Most technical entrepreneurs focus hard on building an innovative product, but forget that an elegant solution doesn’t automatically translate into a successful business. Here are seven steps I recommend for establishing the right business model: Size the value of your solution in the target segment. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 14, 2022

We all just need your help in managing personal data correctly, and making sure you are part of the solution, rather than part of the problem. billion, now providing identity theft services for nearly 80 million users around the globe. Market your solution and user benefits, not the mysterious technology behind it.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 19, 2020

Do you need to invest in production services to create more creative rich media? Does your customer service department need additional tools? In a time where a call center solution is more important than ever, how do you expend money to give callers a better experience? These can make workforce management that much simpler.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 6, 2023

Many passionate entrepreneurs fight to add more features into their new products and services, assuming that more function will make the solution more appealing to more customers. Perhaps the focus should be on a single distribution channel, better customer service, or a simplified pricing structure.

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deal architect

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Brian Sommer and I have recorded 12 episodes in this series - see index here. Last couple of weeks, we have had several guests Rob Kugel of Ventana, Josh Greenbaum of EA Consulting, Bonnie Tinder of Raven Intel, Frank Scavo.

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The Startup Magazine

APRIL 11, 2024

There is no magic solution and it is often the fault of customers if they choose not to pay you. The best way to find a solution is to understand the different reasons why customers miss payments. The best way to find a solution is to understand the different reasons why customers miss payments. CCO Licensed.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Most leaders agree that poor customer service is a business killer today, in terms of lost customers, reduced profits, and low morale. Young entrepreneurs and startups, in particular, often remain naively unfocused, despite their passion, of what it takes to provide the high-quality service expected. Train and coach continuously.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 30, 2020

I suggest looking for painful problems to solve, rather than “easier to use” or “nice to have” solutions, for customers with money. Customers line up to believe and buy from people who are viewed as leaders or experts relative to a specific solution. Focus on a solution that is scalable world-wide.

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The Startup Magazine

APRIL 17, 2024

The Importance of API Security Given the way the web and online services are set up, you likely interact with several APIs every day. APIs clearly underpin many modern services, and companies rely on growing numbers of public and private APIs to function effectively. Team communication apps rely on APIs.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 11, 2020

Many passionate entrepreneurs fight to add more features into their new products and services, assuming that more function will make the solution more appealing to more customers. Perhaps the focus should be on a single distribution channel, better customer service, or a simplified pricing structure.

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The Startup Magazine

MARCH 7, 2024

Companies are turning to AI to streamline their operations, notably in areas like customer service, cybersecurity, and fraud prevention. Nowadays, they can leverage AI solutions to create a business plan. Is the AI solution scalable? Guest Author: Danish Ahmed, Founder of startuptools.ai. Can I create a tailored product?

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ReadWriteStart

NOVEMBER 12, 2022

However, a crisis can also be a golden opportunity to launch a new product or service, as long as the startup at the origin applies specific methods. This is evident in the widespread use of Jugaad, a Hindi term that refers to improvised or makeshift solutions. Investors can also be skittish, and winning new customers is not easy.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 15, 2023

The key to overcoming these hurdles lies in harnessing the power of cutting-edge software solutions designed to enhance efficiency and drive growth. This article will explore a selection of software solutions that have proven invaluable for small businesses seeking enhanced efficiency.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

I have the greatest respect for inventors and idea people, who think outside the box to envision and even create solutions never before seen. Many great technology solutions, like hydrogen engines for cars, look great on paper, but are extremely difficult to make a business. Early-stage ideas fall in the same category.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 1, 2020

These days, branding is less about products or solutions, and more about the overall customer experience and expectations. Here are the common branding models I see working out there today: Premium or exclusive solution. Lowest-cost solution with minimal customization. Tech-focused service that solves complex problems.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 12, 2022

No matter how great your solution, or your own image, it takes a strong team to run a business. This is the reason that many new startups offer freemium services, and prioritize attracting a large following above making a profit. If possible, make the same case for your solution availability and timing.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 26, 2022

For example, if you see starting a business as a get-rich-quick solution, or you are trying to escape having a boss, or hate taking risks, you probably don’t need the stress of writing and trying to sell a business plan to tell you to seek other alternatives. Test a prototype solution before you build a business plan.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Investors hate technology solutions looking for a problem, due to the high risk of no customers. If the customer need is obvious and large, the calculated risk is in the quality of your solution, your team, and marketing. Schedule frequent updates to your solution to maintain growth. Customers like leaders, not followers.

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

In this article, we’ll look at the challenges users of real estate software development services face and when your company should consider building its own real estate CRM. In fact, the software industry is full of solutions and products, and it’s simple to become lost among them. The real estate industry is no exception.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

by Aaron Adlem, Managing Director at Mercury IT Solutions UK. It’s essential, in these trying times, for IT support businesses to provide virtual services that adhere to the current safety measures and social distancing recommendations. Essential Solutions. Software and Equipment. Setting this up can be deceptively difficult.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

The current pandemic, for example, has been a hit to most businesses, both in terms of servicing customers, as well as protecting employees. Formally define the scope of the problem, followed by documenting the solution alternatives from team members and experts, and a timeframe for solution.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 16, 2022

” by Donna Cutting, who is a globally-recognized guru on employee culture and optimizing customer service. You need to recognize that building and maintaining a highly productive and engaged team is quite different from creating and maintaining an innovative solution. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 4/1/2022.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

Investors and partners now look only for a framework of your business essentials, within the context of your opportunity, solution, and financials. Incorporating a business entity early through online services. Early customer feedback will position your solution, and help you make pivots before critical time and money are lost.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

As a starting point, I like the Wikipedia simple definition of innovation as “the application of better solutions to meet new requirements or market needs.” Solution innovations need to be perfected before going to market. I also enjoyed the classic book, “ 63 Innovation Nuggets for Aspiring Innovators ,” by George E.

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ReadWriteStart

JULY 7, 2021

However, Courier services are used domestically and internationally now. On the other hand, the global courier delivery market covering Express delivery and Parcel Pickup and Drop services is all set to surpass a whopping $400 billion by 2024 with a growth rate of 8-10% every year.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 8, 2021

Most leaders agree that poor customer service is a business killer today, in terms of lost customers, reduced profits, and low morale. Young entrepreneurs and startups, in particular, often remain naively unfocused, despite their passion, of what it takes to provide the high-quality service expected. Train and coach continuously.

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The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2022

Your IT solutions provider can help you optimize your technology investments and gain an advantage over competitors. You might outsource IT services and get support, systems, and hardware at a lower cost. This takes away from time spent doing things like growing your business or improving customer service. Get Yours Today.

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ReadWriteStart

JULY 20, 2023

Recognizing the urgent need for improved payment collection processes, Collectly offers a solution that empowers medical providers to collect payments more efficiently and effectively. Their innovative solutions streamline payment collection, empowering healthcare organizations to bridge the gap between owed and collected amounts.

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Hearpreneur

DECEMBER 27, 2023

All while underscoring the commitment to stay ahead of the curve and come up with transformative solutions that define success in today's business milieu. Bringing a new product or service to market can be daunting, as you don't know how it will be received by the consumer. Thanks to Eugene Klimaszewski, Mammoth Security Inc. ! #5-

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Hearpreneur

APRIL 23, 2023

Technology can help the health sector balance rising costs and increase service. We are at a tipping point where the possibilities for innovative disruption are endless, from renewable energy sources to energy storage solutions, to smart grid technologies. Thanks to Kyle Marquardt, Lori Wall Beds !

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The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 14, 2021

When evaluating cloud storage solutions , you’ll need to consider the following potential priorities: File agnosticism. First, you’ll likely want a data storage solution that is “file agnostic.” Ideally, your solution will be so intuitive and learnable that your employees figure out how to use it in mere minutes, all on their own.

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Version One Ventures

MARCH 29, 2024

Dinari launched its B2B API and managed account services. Shippo announced Addresses API , a fast reliable solution for validating, parsing and storing customer addresses. This address management solution helps make sure the right package gets sent to the right address, while giving customers a world-class shopping experience.

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Hearpreneur

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

. #1- Diverse and customized services company Photo Credit: Hassan Sanders The healthcare industry is in constant motion, and there is a growing desire for specialized services that focus on certain health concerns. Thanks to Hassan Sanders, Diabetic Insurance Solutions ! #2- Thanks to Shawn Manaher, The Content Authority ! #3-

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VC Cafe

MAY 17, 2023

So needless to say, I was very curious to read his new book “ Fall in Love with the Problem, Not the Solution ” and indeed, he didn’t disappoint. Levine cautions entrepreneurs against becoming overly enamoured with their solution. No product or service is perfect when it first launches.

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ReadWriteStart

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Investment in research and development, in turn, means allocating and using finances to support this process with technology solutions, scientific and tech talents, equipment, etc. Develop a unique product or service. Creating a perfect-fit product or delivering the highest-end service leads to profit growth anyway.

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The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Therefore, in recent times, there has been a growing emergence of revolutionary services and products capable of mitigating the adverse consequences for the climate and humanity. Carpooling is one such corporate mobility service. With the increasing demand for car sharing services, there arose a need to monitor the usage of vehicles.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Those regulations will largely depend on your industry, the service you provide, and what you do. Most industries need regulatory technology solutions (Regtech) to monitor, track, implement, and audit these critical changes. Regtech solutions can help you integrate regulatory compliance into your business. Automate Compliance.

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