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Our Investment Framework Post-COVID-19

500

Supply chains have been disrupted, businesses have had to close or operate at limited capacity for months, and even founders have had to expand their fundraising timeframes as we saw in our 2020 Female Founders Data Report. The post Our Investment Framework Post-COVID-19 appeared first on 500 Startups.

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Finding Founder-Market-Geography Fit

Revolution

It was an opportunity to generate significant returns, momentum for rising startup markets, and innovation that would strengthen America’s dynamism and competitiveness. One is “tentpole company,” or a category-defining startup that helps put their hometown on the map, both for investors and future generations of founders.

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Validate Your Startup Idea Like a Pro: My 4-Step Framework

Entrepreneur's Handbook

As an early-stage founder, your ability to deliver value quickly is your most critical — and sometimes the only — competitive advantage over the incumbent competition. Having founded multiple startups across various industries, I’ve gone through this discovery process for dozens of startup ideas, potential features, and market opportunities.

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3 key ingredients for successful remote work

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Richard Walton and Heléne Smuts say yes—provided you have the right framework in place. Walton is an member of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and founder of Avirtual , a company that supplies virtual employees. Smuts is currently enrolled in EO’s Accelerator program and the founder of Credo Growth. They feel connected.

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9 ways founders can bring automation to healthcare

TechCrunch

Vignesh Chandramouli , a partner at Oak HC/FT, focuses on growth equity and early-stage venture opportunities in healthcare. There’s immense opportunity for similar gains in healthcare, but long-term success requires healthcare incumbents to truly commit to automation. Vignesh Chandramouli. Contributor. Share on Twitter.

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4 Benefits of a Branded Podcast and Why Now’s The Time to Launch Yours

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Branded podcasts give companies the opportunity to connect directly with their audience in an authentic, non-promotional manner. Use a podcast readiness framework Think you’re ready to launch a branded podcast? This fosters trust, builds a sense of authenticity, and delivers value. Happy podcasting!

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14 Methods for Ensuring Accountability Within Startup Teams

Startup Blogpost

14 Methods for Ensuring Accountability Within Startup Teams Accountability is a cornerstone of startup success, and we’ve gathered insights from CEOs and Founders to learn how they maintain it within their teams. They have an opportunity to set realistic expectations for achievable goals.