Category: Tips for startups
Startups and the delicate issue of dedication
All or nothing. Death or glory. Who dares wins. That, in my opinion, is the only way to be a successful entrepreneur. The answer? Dedication. In an age of side hustles, jobs on the side and part-time revenue streams, this may seem a controversial thing to say.
Startup content marketing: create more, curate less
To create, or to curate? This is a common dilemma for thousands of founders, entrepreneurs and marketing professionals out there who are involved in startup content marketing. Why? Because as a startup, not only do you typically have limited time to spend on marketing as a whole, you also have limited human resources.
Do successful founders of startups need to be young and in Silicon Valley?
The short answer to the above question is no. Surprised? Well you shouldn’t be. Let me give you the long answer on this always-hot topic for startups. “Young people are just smarter,” said a certain Mark Zuckerberg in 2007. Yes, but that doesn’t necessarily make them more successful entrepreneurs.
When running a startup is like…running a marathon
What’s the difference between running a startup and a marathon? Wait for it… Nope, sorry. There’s no clever punchline. Why? Because this is no joke.
Would the real growth hacking please stand up
Ever since Sean Ellis coined the term “Growth Hacker” back in 2010 the concept of growth hacking has become an important buzzword in the domain of digital marketing and startup growth strategies.
Why breaking even should come before high startup salaries
The issue of startup salaries often sparks debate. I would go as far to say it is often one of the key conflict points for many entrepreneurs and founders starting out their businesses. Along with wearing many hats when a business first starts out. My view is simple.
Open talk on the EU’s new data privacy regulation (GDPR)
Are you ready for the new EU data privacy regulation, the GDPR? It’s the biggest change in data privacy law for 20 years, so there’s plenty to take on board if you are running, or thinking of starting up a digital business.
Should you be investing in cryptocurrency?
Investing in cryptocurrency. It’s all the rage these days. But what actually is this internet of money? Who’s investing in it? And more importantly, where is the market heading?
Being a Woman Entrepreneur: Free Online Training Part 3
We have something special for you. Yes, chapter 3 of the Being a Woman Entrepreneur FREE online training course from the Lean in European Women Business Angels network is here.