Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Nearly every successful tech startup I’ve observed over the past 20 years has gone through a similar growth pattern: Innovate, systematize then scale operations. Innovate In the early years of a startup there is a lot of kinetic energy of enthusiastic innovators looking to launch a product that changes how an industry works.

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NZ Entrepreneur

APRIL 23, 2023

In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and innovators working on our next generation of new business startups, social enterprises and small businesses. Pacific Kids Learning is an innovative EdTech and Edutainment company that produces culturally-relevant content, primarily, for Pacific kids.

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TechCrunch

JULY 14, 2021

Anyone , an audio app that’s building a ‘marketplace for advice’ one five-minute phone call at a time, is launching new versions of its iOS and Android apps today* and beginning to large-scale onboarding after operating in a limited closed beta for the past six months. And we had fairly little exposure to opportunity.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

AUGUST 19, 2020

In celebration of Rosario’s hard work empowering a community of young changemakers, the YLAI Network team spoke with her to highlight the key factors of her non-profit volunteerism movement and get her essential advice on how to respond to the challenges of COVID-19.

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Startup Blogpost

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

By valuing autonomy and granting decision-making authority, I’ve seen increased engagement and creativity among my team. This was great advice received from the CEO of a multi-million-dollar start-up. This experience taught me the importance of adaptability and creative thinking. Artem Minaev , Co-Founder, PlayToday.co

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 25, 2021

Kent Gregoire is an Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) member and founder of Symphony Advantage, which helps CEOs achieve ongoing success through strategic thinking, advice and planning. We are, indeed, in a moment in time when technology, opportunity and understanding converge toward a more caring way of conducting business at scale.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 17, 2022

The key to making the most of this opportunity is to focus on improvements that enhance how we deliver on brand promise. The following is my advice on how to not just survive, but thrive, during a downturn along with examples of how we’ve used these strategies. Identify opportunities. Get creative.

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AsiaTechDaily

MARCH 28, 2023

In an interview with AsiaTechDaily, Lou talked about how starting a fund came to her mind and the key focus of Indelible Ventures when evaluating an opportunity, among others. I also had the opportunity to learn firsthand how VC firms put together an investment fund and understood the type of LPs coming together to form a fund.

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Jason Malki

AUGUST 3, 2023

Sebastian led Innovation Management in 3 verticals before becoming a corporate intrapreneur in the automotive industry in 2017, where he created numerous in-house startups, going through ideation to scale-up stages. It is inevitable to miss out on opportunities due to time constraints. Not sure if I mentioned AI.

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Startup Blogpost

JUNE 23, 2023

To help startup leaders create a healthy and sustainable work environment, we gathered advice from 14 experienced professionals, including CEOs, founders, and HR directors. Research shows that empowered employees are 50% more likely to achieve high performance and innovation.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 3, 2020

Kent Gregoire is an Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) member in Boston and CEO of Symphony Advantage , which helps CEOs achieve ongoing personal and professional success through strategic thinking, advice and planning. I found my tribe in EO. And, I found additions to my tribe when I attended my first Conscious Capitalism CEO Summit.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 13, 2021

You’ll cover more ground and discover more opportunities with your whole team at your side. Investors like Clara Brenner (Urban Innovation Fund), Quin Garcia (Autotech Ventures) and Rachel Holt (Construct Capital) — all of whom will grace our virtual stage. Like the old expression says, if you want to go fast, go alone.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 27, 2022

She connects people with the businesses and opportunities that expand their lives. Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. More posts by this contributor. Dear Sophie: Can a startup sponsor a graduating co-founder?

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David Teten VC

MARCH 21, 2024

We’ve seen a lot of creativity. This includes marketing the investment opportunity on social media, websites, television, radio, or any other public channel. The bottom line is that you cannot market the opportunity directly to people you don’t know without triggering 506(c). David Teten: Can you share more about that?

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Y Combinator

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Data Engineer : YC Continuity is hiring our first Data Engineer to help us identify promising investment opportunities using data. This is an innovative role for somebody to build YC’s data infrastructure from the ground up. Learn more. Learn more.

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Valerie Riley, serial entrepreneur and founder of Fokes , recognized an opportunity. . She received operating advice too. . “I The pandemic reignited my creativity in a major way. I need to have time in my schedule to innovate. As the U.S. See how it works. . What was the number one thing she learned? .

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Startup Blogpost

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

To provide insights into the role of partnerships in new business development, we asked 13 CEOs and Founders for their expert advice. In essence, a well-strategized partnership can act as a force multiplier for new business opportunities. What Role Do Partnerships Play in New Business Development?

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StartupNation

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Forming an accurate view of what constitutes infringement of intellectual property rights requires a fundamental understanding that copying can never be considered a form of flattery or praise for someone else’s creativity because imitation does not hold any credit to either the original creator nor copycat perpetrator. But what if it wasn’t?

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Andreessen Horowitz

APRIL 30, 2024

ABOUT IN THE VAULT “In the Vault” is a new audio podcast series by the a16z Fintech team, where we sit down with the most influential figures in financial services to explore key trends impacting the industry and the pressing innovations that will shape our future. ” I jumped to the opportunity. Who’s the client?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 16, 2017

I’m involved in scaling a non-profit called The Innovation Law Lab that uses technology, process optimization and data to provide pro bono legal representation at far greater scale and effectiveness than traditional methods. What advice would you give other entrepreneurs who are looking to make their mark beyond their businesses?

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

What are some overlooked opportunities right now? How should investors in other cities think about the overall investment climate and opportunities in your city? What are the opportunities startups may be able to tap into during these unprecedented times? What is your advice to startups in your portfolio right now?

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AsiaTechDaily

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Jessie asserts, “It further strengthens our thesis of ‘global capital and resources, localized opportunities.'” “After wrapping up my graduate program, I sought out venture opportunities in the U.S., “When assessing opportunities, I consider both the innovation and broader impact of the technology.

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StartupNation

MARCH 23, 2021

“We always say unapologetically: we’re here to win, we’re here to win big, and our opportunity is big.” Lori’s advice to women entrepreneurs seeking funding? Don’t let venture capitalists deter you from opportunity. They’ve done innovative work with sizing, taking over 1.5

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StartupNation

APRIL 9, 2021

To be successful last year (and to continue that success into 2021 and beyond) meant knowing how to pivot, be creative and find ways to stay relevant. The foundation that gave so many business owners the freedom to innovate or move online ? Best of all, this is when you get to be creative. A solid business plan.

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HPA

AUGUST 15, 2019

We got the opportunity to ask Ann about her perspectives on entrepreneurship, investing, and more. What advice do you have for someone who’s looking to raise money from investors or start a company? The second lesson is to push forward, be creative and figure “it” out. On partnering with investors, do your homework (i.e.

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Jason Malki

AUGUST 24, 2023

The possibilities are endless and the unpredictability of innovation leaves practitioners at every level wondering if new developments will improve their work or leave them looking for a new job. As an entrepreneur, I am thrilled by the challenges and the opportunity to find creative solutions. Construction is no different.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 6, 2021

She connects people with the businesses and opportunities that expand their lives. Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. As a creative lawyer with plenty of lead time before somebody moves to the U.S., that are available.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

APRIL 24, 2021

Take a deep breath, and some useful advice. If you take one piece of advice away from this article it should be this one: talk to potential customers, a LOT of them. Every interaction is an opportunity to lose a customer, or build their loyalty. Don’t skip this step. It sets a startup off on the right (or wrong) path.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 5, 2022

She connects people with the businesses and opportunities that expand their lives. Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. What’s your advice for hiring internationally? More posts by this contributor. Ask it here.

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StartupNation

MARCH 19, 2021

The impact the coronavirus pandemic has had on American job loss has more individuals ditching the standard corporate 9 to 5 and seeking out entrepreneurship opportunities where they have more control of their own destiny. When a business is faced with conflict, it is an opportunity to learn, grow and advance.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

AUGUST 24, 2020

2017 YLAI Fellow Marie Flore Morett, owner of Delices de Marie Florett , has worked to create a welcoming community in Haiti to empower women to seek employment opportunities and work to decrease the job and wage inequalities present in Haiti. Advice for YLAI Network members. “Be By Caroline Sachdeva. Passion in the workplace.

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StartupNation

DECEMBER 19, 2020

I’ve had the opportunity to help business owners strategize their plans using PR as a tool to help navigate through difficult times with clarity. This time, I connected with 15 startup and SME leaders from my network to discover how they are tackling the current crisis, and what advice they had to offer to others in the same boat.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 22, 2016

in 2007 during the collapse of the housing market, precisely because I believe change and chaos breed opportunity. And, according to research by Gartner , by 2017, 50% of product investment projects will be redirected to customer experience innovations. Creatively enhance. I started TitleSmart, Inc. Communicate!

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Smart Hustle Magazine

OCTOBER 14, 2020

How do we build a technology platform that would have the opportunity to give women access to the tools, tech, and resources they need to succeed?”. EBW 2020 is a social impact organization. It's a community that brings together women across the globe who are starting and growing companies.

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 27, 2023

” In comparison, what if you spent months more perfecting it and eventually missed the opportunity or burned yourself out to the point of quitting? Every setback is an opportunity to learn and grow. My best advice is to actively surround yourself with people who have more experience and knowledge than you.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 10, 2023

This means helping the founders in our portfolio cut costs, prioritize high growth activity and providing advice on product, growth and future fundraising strategy in a less friendly funding environment. If just a small percentage of traditional finance activity moves on-chain, it could create a market opportunity worth more than $1 trillion.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 21, 2021

“We’re working on an innovative content format for physical well-being that lives inside of workouts, but will come at the experience through storytelling,” the pair said in an email (which we had to move to after our phone conversation, while they were on the road in a car, broke up. ’ was the advice we got.)

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