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A Founder's Guide: Essential Management Advice for Startups

Tomasz Tunguz

After analyzing hundreds of posts on startup management, I’ve distilled the key pieces of advice that founders and leaders should keep in mind. Document thoroughly : Use video, Loom, or detailed documentation to transfer knowledge effectively. Verify understanding : Have delegatees summarize tasks to ensure clarity.

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How Generative AI Is Transforming Decision-Making: Insights from David Boyle

Paul G. Silva

Key Problems and AI-Driven Solutions Meeting Intelligence: Beyond Basic Transcription Traditional meeting documentation often misses crucial details. Process Automation : Following David’s advice, I’ve automated routine data cleanup and formatting tasks, freeing up time for strategic thinking and client interaction.

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How to Communicate Impact Metrics to Investors

StartupNation

So my advice? ” These aren’t vanity stats—they’re proof that we’re changing how families preserve legacy, have difficult conversations, and document care preferences before it’s too late. My advice: Don’t just show what your numbers are—show why they matter. Metrics should reveal mission.

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“I think viewing your board as an audience to be ‘sold’ to instead of a partner in your journey will orient your board to be less trusting and collaborative.” Five Questions with Nilam Ganenthiran, Former President of Instacart

Hunter Walk

What advice do you have for people in fast-growing companies about being a team-player but also taking advantage of the unique opportunity it provides? The push back usually boiled down to some version of: “We have this great plan that we spent a number of weeks documenting, socializing, and cascading through the organization.

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Talk to Your Heroes: How I Built a Virtual Board That Enhances My Decision-Making

Paul G. Silva

Safe space for brainstorming – Test ideas without judgment or politics Consistent advice – Your virtual advisors won’t forget previous conversations Customizable expertise – Add or remove advisors based on your changing needs Setting Up Your Virtual Board Ready to create your own advisory team?

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17 Common CRM Selection Mistakes Startups Should Avoid

StartupNation

We now start every software evaluation by documenting exactly how employees currently work before considering how systems might change those patterns. I also reached out to other startup founders and sought their advice on CRM software. This pragmatic approach boosted data quality and customer insights.

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21 Facebook ad examples (and why they work)

The Zapier Blog

Natural tone makes it easy to follow : Her delivery feels casual and friendly, as if you're getting skincare advice from a friend, not a brand trying to sell you something. Adobe This Adobe ad follows a creator as he documents his travels through Italy, casually showcasing how he uses Adobe Firefly's AI tools to edit his videos.

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