Four things I learned as CEO – Amir Khan, Alkira #MeetTheInnovators
The first valuable lesson I learned is the importance of team chemistry and culture fit of the people that you are bringing in.
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Three best responses when VCs say “No” – #InsideVC
Even if a VC rejects you at first, the door might not be closed forever. -
Three things to look for in your first sales hire
You’d be surprised by how many startups interview sales candidates who can manage sales reps, not make sales themselves. -
Three signs it’s time to start hiring sales reps
You want to hire a sales rep to handle sales for your startup. -
Three signs that it’s time to raise funds – #InsideVC
97 of the top 100 cloud startups raised money from venture capital. -
Four questions startup founders should ask investors – #InsideVC
The lead investor will be the one that sets your startup’s valuation and will be your closest strategic partner moving forward. -
Advice for early-stage founders – #InsideVC
Ask yourself these two questions: Is this business going to be something that you’re excited to wake up to every single day? Is it a big enough problem to solve? -
Making the most of mentorship with Stephen Ajayi, YearOne
My best mentors have also been deeply invested in helping me in my personal journey as a founder and leader. -
Leaving your job to become a founder – Edward Nass, CEO at AIRIA
As a first-time founder, you’re asking people to take a gamble on YOU. -
Five tips for building inclusive and accessible software
Making your startup accessible is a journey, not a destination. -
Five benefits to future-proofing your startup through sustainability
Sustainability is a broad term that encompasses forms of environmental, social and economic sustainability. -
7 ways to improve your startup’s financial wellness
Today’s guest post comes from Emily Jorgens, Head of Business Development & Partnerships at Ramp.
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