Must read
Why new technology is a hard sell
“Creativity, engineering ability, and leadership are all great traits of entrepreneurs. But none matter without the endurance and patience necessary to see it through.”
This article takes you through the why and how of putting something new in the market, which might be a harder experience than expected.
Culture
Cheap is never cheap
A fair warning on putting the right amount of investment into the product to get what you really expect.
The no. 1 reason most entrepreneurs fail — and it’s not what you think
"They say they want success but when it comes right down to it, they aren’t ready to make the investments and the sacrifices needed."
Modern Entrepreneurship
Startup School week 7 recap – Kevin Hale on conversion rates and pricing
This week, startup school is back with a talk about conversion rates and pricing for startups: tricky subjects to learn more about.
How to properly conduct an interview
As the byline of this article reads; practical tips to improve your instincts about people.
Growth
How to run sales in the era of product-led growth
About product-led growth, how it's different from sales or marketing, and how to do 'PLG'-sales.
Trends
Social media marketing trends 2020
An overview of the social media marketing trends you should be aware of when building your own marketing strategy.
Product
Present with intent: mastering design presentations
An interesting read on (practical ways) to persuade stakeholders why you are offering the best solution.
Finance
What did I learn from the first VC check I ever wrote?
A reflection on ten years of being a venture capitalist.
Why startups should “Go Slow to Go Fast”
A plea for why it might be valuable to go slower than you want: time and attention are just as important as capital.
The small mistakes of fundraising
Some common mistakes you might make upon meeting a VC or trying to raise a round, and how to avoid or overcome these mistakes.
Thank you
Thank you for finishing issue #246 & credits
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