Entrepreneurs' Organization
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Contributed by Noelle Fauver, marketing consultant and writer. . Heidi Zak , Elon Musk, Oprah, Warren Buffet, Kendra Scott , Sara Blakely and Bill Gates—entrepreneurs may appear quite diverse, but they typically share a few key qualities. What makes an entrepreneur? Let’s focus on the traits shared by most entrepreneurs—and how you can tap into these characteristics to jumpstart your own success. . 1.
StartupNation
DECEMBER 30, 2020
The truth is, recessions happen, and they happen often. Since 1900, the U.S. economy has averaged one recession about every four years. They’re not so regular as to be predictable and they cause real economic damage, but they don’t halt business and entrepreneurship entirely. In fact, according to a 2009 study by Dane Stangler for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation , more than half of Fortune 500 companies were started during a recession.
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TechCrunch
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Amazon just announced that it’s acquiring Wondery, the network behind podcasts including “Dirty John” and “Dr. Death.” Wondery will become part of Amazon Music, which added support for podcasts (including its own original shows) in September. At the same time, the announcement claims that “nothing will change for listeners” and that the network’s podcasts will continue to be available from “a variety of providers.” Media companies and
StartupNation
DECEMBER 30, 2020
A business plan is as important to a new business as a map is to a ship, or blueprints are to an architect. A written business plan will guide your actions and keep you focused on your short- and long-term goals. Your business plan puts your aspirations into words (and charts), demonstrating to partners, investors and lenders why your venture can and will be a success.
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Lack of digitalization decreases business competitiveness. To thrive, embracing modern solutions becomes essential. The approach to digitalization often aligns with a company's business model. This shift not only boosts productivity but also automates processes and improves security. The tech market offers a wealth of technologies tailored for management, planning, and forecasting, replacing outdated pen-and-paper methods.
TechCrunch
DECEMBER 30, 2020
This has been the year of the social organization. As the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the world and the United States, governments and a patchwork of nonprofits and volunteer organizations sprang into action, offering everything from food and medical supplies to children’s books and clothing to individuals and families struggling in the virus’s wake.
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The Seraf Compass
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Not every startup needs to raise $100 Million to scale their business and get to an exit. In today’s world, Unicorns are raising in chunks of $100 Million+ with valuations in excess of a billion dollars. And if you have nearly unlimited capital, a lot of problems seem surmountable. So more often the thinking is to go big or go home. Unfortunately, this approach only works for a small percentage of startup companies targeting absolutely massive markets.
Smart Hustle Magazine
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Why #BeCyberSmart? Cybercriminals come in all shapes and sizes. What they’re looking for is simple: access to confidential data they can use for malicious purposes. Today’s small businesses are more vulnerable to cyberattacks, given they’re not typically as well protected as their larger enterprise counterparts. A fact supported by Verizon’s 2020 Data Breach Investigations Report that shows one-third of data breaches in 2020 involved small businesses.
A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC
DECEMBER 30, 2020
That’s what I decided to call my year-end playlist this year. I am happy to see 2020 move into the rearview mirror. It’s been a long, strange, and unsettling year. Thankfully, we had plenty of new and great music to get us through countless hours of hanging out at home. We started the year in LA listening to new records from Tame Impala and Destroyer.
Entrepreneur's Handbook
DECEMBER 30, 2020
At the intersection of freelancing, writing, and marketing Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook ».
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Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.
Smart Hustle Magazine
DECEMBER 30, 2020
There’s no doubt that 2020 has been an unprecedented year all around. From the sudden shift to remote work to increasing cyberattacks in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, SMBs have had a lot to contend with this year. And while many may be breathing a sigh of relief that the end of 2020 is nearly upon us, there is one more obstacle that SMBs must navigate: the online holiday shopping rush.
TechCrunch
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Since Minneapolis police officers killed George Floyd in May and kicked off months of nationwide protests, the corporate world — including venture capitalists — have attempted to respond to the Black Lives Matter movement. Indeed, many quickly took to social media to voice their support, broadcast their new diversity-focused networking groups and pledge to do better, particularly when it comes to finding and funding more Black founders and other underrepresented entrepreneurs.
TechCrunch
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Sophie Alcorn. Contributor. Share on Twitter. Sophie Alcorn is the founder of Alcorn Immigration Law in Silicon Valley and 2019 Global Law Experts Awards’ “Law Firm of the Year in California for Entrepreneur Immigration Services.” She connects people with the businesses and opportunities that expand their lives. More posts by this contributor. Dear Sophie: Tips for getting a National Interest green card by myself?
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