Tag: lean startup
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Copy/Paste Commerce: Inside Facebook Growth Strategy of Stealing Startup Ideas and Why You Should Too!
“There’s nothing new under the sun.” We’ve all heard it… but what then is creativity, what is inspiration? Is it the artist or entrepreneur creating something completely unique, or combining previously separate things in new and innovative ways? Does it matter? Whoever said creativity was the key to success? The starving artist is a trope for […]
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The 8 Critical Questions Every Business MUST Answer: A Formula for Funding, Growth, Sales and More…
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re either: a) a founder/CEO or b) someone considering starting a company. Either way, if you want to build something big and lasting, this is for you. There are many formulas for business success, but many more pitfalls. There’s a reason 70–90% of businesses fail (depending on your source). […]
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Startup Assumptions are Like Butts — Everyone Has One and Most are Full of Shit
Don’t build a business in your basement. That is the most important advice I can give. And it is the biggest problem early stage entrepreneurs struggle with. We have assumptions. We have ideas. These are meaningless. Knowing that is the key to success. Entrepreneurs that know they don’t know and are willing to learn and […]
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The Memorable Elevator Pitch that VCs Can’t Ignore
The Ultimate Guide to Startup Fundraising Part 2: The Memorable Elevator Pitch that VCs Can’t Ignore Welcome back to Part 2 of our Ultimate Guide to Startup Fundraising. If you missed the previous post, I highly recommend you read through those first before continuing. The Ultimate Guide to Startup Fundraising Part 1: Understanding Investors 101: The […]
