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Why Failing Fast is Bad Advice

Entrepreneurs' Organization

I’m not a fan of the advice to “fail fast.” And not just because people often throw it out like it’s this sage advice — it’s not that sage — we’ll go into that later. I dislike it because it’s truly bad advice that doesn’t allow for context. That’s another major problem with fail-fast advice.

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Hiring a Small Business Consultant

American Entrepreneurship

Identify the challenges or underperforming areas where outside professional advice is under consideration. They seek “free advice” on issues that are much too complex to be addressed in that manner. Twelve Steps to Hiring a Business Consultant 1.

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Some Career Advice for Aspiring Tech CEOs

Both Sides of the Table

But not everybody has the right skills to build a highly successful and valuable startup from scratch. For some aspiring to be tech entrepreneurs, I often suggest a two-step process, as I argued in this post that “ The First Startup Founder You Need to Invest in Is You.” In fact, I would argue that most people don’t.

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5 Proven Growth Strategies for Startups

Entrepreneur's Handbook

Startups often find themselves navigating a tough and competitive environment. By understanding and employing these strategies, startups can elevate their chances of long-term success and stability. Why Thoughtful Growth Strategies Matter for Startups of All Sizes The startup world is a battlefield.

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What We Wish We Knew Then: 7 EO Members Share Advice for Graduates

Entrepreneurs' Organization

It takes a lifetime: Above all, building a real network isn’t like collecting followers on social media. The post What We Wish We Knew Then: 7 EO Members Share Advice for Graduates appeared first on Octane Blog – The official blog of the Entrepreneurs' Organization. The best business networks are no different in that regard.

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EO’s Most Popular Inc. Posts: A Lookback at 2023

Entrepreneurs' Organization

How to Master the Art of Difficult Conversations in Your Business Shawn Johal (EO Montreal), a leadership speaker, best-selling author, and founder of business growth practice Elevation Leaders , shared how he handles challenging conversations in his company. My advice to all entrepreneurs: Don’t shy away from hard conversations.

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12 Lessons Learned from Managing Investor Relations in a Startup

Startup Blogpost

12 Lessons Learned from Managing Investor Relations in a Startup Navigating the complexities of investor relations can be a daunting challenge for startups, especially during fundraising. Regular surveys and diverse communication channels, including social media and webinars, were key. Tobias Liebsch , Co-Founder, Fintalent.io

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