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Today’s startup world is focused on success. Lessons are drawn by studying the accomplishments of Silicon Valley titans. Pitch decks are crafted to mimic those of Google, Amazon and others. A recipe for success? Perhaps. Yet, I would argue that more can be learned from entrepreneurial miscues and, yes, even failures. My blogs here have that predisposition. Successes are still interesting . . . but failures can be fascinating.
Non Entrepreneurial Hires
Non entrepreneurial hires make for bad fits in a startup company. Don’t be fooled by impressive resumes and dated startup experience.
Raising Money? Do This First
Raising money, it’s what entrepreneurs do. How they go about it, that’s often a “don’t.” Don’t start before honestly assessing your long term goals.
Startup Wisdom – Perhaps Not
Available startup wisdom is larded with bad advice, incorrect statistics and wishful thinking. Be a careful when reading and, especially, when quoting such information.
Sharks Feast on Public Relations
I am often asked to comment on the program, Shark Tank. This blog, the second of two about the program is titled: Sharks Feast on Public Relations
A Basic Concern
Investors are often reluctant to invest in husband-wife teams. Too often, business decisions are trumped by family ones. Consider the case of Basic Outfitters on Shark Tank.
Proof That You’re Unfit
Milo Sensors’ new product, Proof, is a fitbit-like device that alerts its users when they exceed a particular blood alcohol limit.
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