Frank Addante

MAY 12, 2007

► August (1) Invest in Transparency & Active Communication ► July (1) The Fear of Success ► May (2) Optimized for Speed = 30% Waste Happy 1st Birthday Rubicon Project! Outsourcing ► April (1) GoogleClick - Who owns your cash register? I have been outsourcing to India since before it became popular.

Outsource Development 40

Outsource Development Outsource Software Review Startup 40

Berkonomics

AUGUST 25, 2022

In this age of remote workforces, self–managed contractors and employees, outsourced call centers and development, is this a dying art? A good manager can feel the mood and the level of business activity, but not easily from behind a desk or on the other end of a phone or Zoom call. But there is something more.

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Outsource Development Outsource Coach Metrics 156

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

Good managers improve focus and productivity through effective communication and coordinating disparate activities. Outsourcing and working from home needs coordination. The recent pandemic, global outsourcing, and new remote collaborative tools have increased the need for company-centered team management, rather than reduced it.

Outsource 133

Outsource Training Organization Social Media 133

SoCal CTO

JANUARY 5, 2011

November 23, 2010 Entrepreneurs, Using Outsourcing to Obtain Capital Efficiency Needs to be Thought Through to be Effective - Robert Ochtel , June 7, 2010 Teen Entrepreneur, Brian Wong, Youngest Founder to Receive Angel Funding - teenentrepreneurblog.com , October 28, 2010 Build Your Own Silicon Valley?

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Startup Venture Capital Blogging CTO Coach 378

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Excessive support and return activities. Outsourcing services that could be done in-house. There is always a need for highly skilled or capital-intensive services, such as legal and manufacturing, that should be outsourced. Outsourcing is an expensive solution for poor planning.

Outsource Development 122

Outsource Development Outsource Metrics Technical Review 122

SoCal Tech Calendar

JUNE 5, 2011

How is it different from outsourcing? How to grow and sustain an active community? However, leveraging crowdsourcing also requires an entrepreneur to navigate a complex landscape of questions. Is it truly cost-efficient? What motivates individual contributions? How to ensure quality or service level?

Entrepreneur 100

Entrepreneur Enterprise Forum Netflix CalTech 100

Berkonomics

JULY 28, 2016

In this age of remote work forces, self–managed contractors and employees, outsourced call centers and development, is this a dying art? A good manager can feel the mood and the level of business activity, but not easily from behind a desk or on the other end of a phone call. But there is something more.

Outsource Development 120

Outsource Development Outsource Coach Metrics 120

Tech Coast Venture Network

APRIL 7, 2010

When evaluating an activity that needs to be undertaken for your business (keeping the books, creating a website, social media marketing, IT, traditional marketing, administrative functions, etc.) If not, consider delegating it if you have staff or outsourcing if you do not. Are you a specialist in the area? generating revenues)?

Outsource 100

Outsource Startup Social Media Resource 100

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 1, 2011

He is also an active angel investor in companies like Klout and Meetup. Now, he ‘outsources’ his investments through John Frankel of Frankel Asset Management. The company is trying to capture real life activities and log those into Hashable. This feature is in development right now.

Google 302

Google Startup Advertising Acquisition 302

socalTECH

DECEMBER 12, 2014

We provide a turnkey, back end, managed service offering for brands and retailers on an outsourced basis. We are an option for brands who don''t want to build it themselves in-house, from soup to nuts, or don''t want to outsource to a single vendor. For those who haven''t heard of OneStop Internet, tell us about the business?

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Commerce Venture Capital Internet Brands Startup 203

InfoChachkie

AUGUST 19, 2013

4) The intended targets are seldom fooled by covert activities. If someone has a vested interest in your activities, it is likely they will eventually determine the true nature of your venture. The underlying message is, "What we are doing is so mind-blowing, so unique, so incredible, I can''t tell you about it." I doubt it.

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Cloud Computing Web Marketing Entrepreneur 176

socalTECH

MARCH 15, 2013

It was the guy we'd outsourced as CEO. Only a few people posts polls, but people who have active accounts might vote maybe 300 times. A founder can only blame them self, but what went wrong, is hiring the wrong people, getting the wrong investors. I was basically powerless. It's the same thing for our app.

Mobile 233

Mobile Southern California Startup Outsource Development 233

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Outsource services back to the customer. Pervasive access to the Internet and social media have allowed customers to take an active role in helping other customers, with customer support, requirements definition, and open source development. Brainstorm with the intent of changing these assumptions, and radical innovation will follow.

Entrepreneur 158

Entrepreneur Startup Outsource Development Design 158

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 17, 2022

If you team with a partner who likes to sleep late, and reserves the weekend for other activities, the partnership will likely not work. Beyond the core team of two or three startup partners, every startup should seek to “outsource” the rest of their strategic requirements to external business partners.

Software Review 154

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 12, 2021

Especially today, when more companies are willing to work through outsourcing, freelancing, and contracting. Actively seek out government and local incentives. Don’t underestimate the advantages of providing your products and services in exchange for access to facilities and equipment you need to grow. Everyone wins with this approach.

Startup 161

Startup Resource Customer Custom 161

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 17, 2021

Of course, they can outsource part of the work or hire employees, but that approach means more time and money to manage the work, which they don’t have. Attend local university entrepreneur activities. Support local activities and you support yourself. The right answer is to find a co-founder with complementary skills.

Startup 126

Startup High Tech Entrepreneur Writing 126

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 13, 2022

Even if your business is purely local, growth must always be a priority, and you need to utilize all these digital channels available to you today, as well as traditional media channels and industry forums: Maintain an active current presence on the Internet. Participate in trade shows and industry conferences.

Technical Review 142

Technical Review Social Media Conference Customer 142

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

You can’t outsource that one. Initiate activities that improve your chances of being the chief’s backup. The truly indispensable person in a startup is a problem solver, because every startup has plenty of problems. Very few people are willing and able to take on any challenge, and make it work.

Startup 125

Startup Journal Outsource Tips 125

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 7, 2020

I’m not suggesting that you model your startup after the complex corporate organizations you hated in your last job, but there are at least eight key functions and activities that every investor expects to find in a startup proposal with any real potential to change the world. Hobbies are developed ad-hoc, driven by personal needs.

Entrepreneur 131

Entrepreneur Outsource Development Startup Competition 131

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 27, 2020

Don’t forget the wealth of “gig” experts for outsourcing at a low cost. I understand that every entrepreneur is highly motivated, but passion alone isn’t a substitute for proper eating, sleeping, and change-of-pace activities. Commit to business excellence, but reject perfectionism.

Product 123

Product Startup Tips Entrepreneur 123

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 16, 2014

Outsourcing is just another extension of the virtual team concept to people you don’t even know. The founder or leader must actively engage team members early, and follow up to ensure appropriate resolution. It’s a small world, so these team members may not even be in the same town, or the same country. A conflict management mechanism.

Startup 101

Startup Outsource Development Outsource Satisfaction 101

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 10, 2023

I’m not suggesting that you model your startup after the complex corporate organizations you hated in your last job, but there are at least eight key functions and activities that every investor expects to find in a startup proposal with any real potential to change the world. Hobbies are developed ad-hoc, driven by personal needs.

Outsource Development 115

Outsource Development Startup Competition Ideas 115

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 6, 2015

Of course, they can outsource part of the work or hire employees, but that approach means more time and money to manage the work, which they don’t have. Attend local university entrepreneur activities. Support local activities and you support yourself. The right answer is to find a co-founder with complementary skills.

Startup 105

Startup High Tech Entrepreneur Writing 105

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 10, 2013

Outsourcing is just another extension of the virtual team concept to people you don’t even know. The founder or leader must actively engage team members early, and follow up to ensure appropriate resolution. It’s a small world, so these team members may not even be in the same town, or the same country. A conflict management mechanism.

Startup 98

Startup Outsource Development Outsource Satisfaction 98

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 24, 2022

The good news is that a recent Kauffman Early-Stage Entrepreneurship (KESE) Index shows the highest level of new business activity recorded in the last two decades, and the cost of entry at an all-time low. Talent can also be outsourced, but surviving in the business jungle without talent is unlikely.

Startup 112

Startup News Framework Outsource 112

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

You can’t outsource that one. Initiate activities that improve your chances of being the chief’s backup. The truly indispensible person in a startup is a problem solver, because every startup has plenty of problems. Very few people are willing and able to take on any challenge, and make it work.

Startup 103

Startup Entrepreneur Journal Outsource 103

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Of course, they can outsource part of the work or hire employees, but that approach means more time and money to manage the work, which they don’t have. Attend local university entrepreneur activities. Support local activities and you support yourself. The right answer is to find a co-founder with complementary skills.

Startup 99

Startup High Tech Entrepreneur Writing 99

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 22, 2014

If you team with a partner who likes sleep until late morning, and reserves the weekend for other activities, the partnership will likely not work. Beyond the core team of two or three startup partners, every startup should seek to “outsource” the rest of their strategic requirements to external business partners.

Software Review 107

Software Review Entrepreneur CTO Hire Outsource Development 107

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2011

New this year are application services and outsourcing, cloud application infrastructure services, cloud security, privacy and smart cities. While, in the field of social media, social monitoring and activity streams as well as shopping communities, have moved into the Peak of Inflated Expectations. It’s definitely worth a look.

Entrepreneur 93

Entrepreneur Press Cloud Computing Technology 93

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 18, 2019

You can’t outsource that one. Initiate activities that improve your chances of being the chief’s backup. The truly indispensable person in a startup is a problem solver, because every startup has plenty of problems. Very few people are willing and able to take on any challenge, and make it work.

Tips 100

Tips Startup Journal Outsource 100

socalTECH

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

David Cohen is a very active blogger and spokesperson, as is Brad Feld. This is one of those services that when you create a new company, it makes sense to outsource things. Our users are web develops, and technical people, who are the companies who are applying to TechStars, and who closely follow TechStars as a community.

Email 157

Email Startup IP Newsletter 157

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 16, 2014

The good news is that the rate of entrepreneurship is down a bit, to pre-recession levels, according to the latest Kaufmann Index of entrepreneurial activity. Talent can also be outsourced, but surviving in the business jungle without talent is unlikely. Treasure – Most entrepreneurs assume that treasure means funding.

Entrepreneur 105

Entrepreneur Startup News Framework 105

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 22, 2012

They actively listen and don’t put themselves ahead of others. When you understand how you work most effectively, you will do a better job of delegation, use of outsourcing, and selection of partners and employees. Self-awareness is one cornerstone of effective leadership. They allow others to be the best they can be.

Entrepreneur 97

Entrepreneur Demand Outsource Satisfaction 97

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

If you team with a partner who likes sleep until late morning, and reserves the weekend for other activities, the partnership will likely not work. Beyond the core team of two or three startup partners, every startup should seek to “outsource” the rest of their strategic requirements to external business partners.

Software Review 103

Software Review Equity CTO Hire Outsource Development 103

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 27, 2017

Customers quickly detect intern usage or outsourcing to unfamiliar cultures, and will share their reactions through social media, rating sites, and personally. Always provide a positive next step or a request for feedback, with active follow-up included. Lost growth can quickly exceed current savings.

Customer 95

Customer Custom Services Technical Review 95

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 5, 2013

In 2012, total entrepreneurial activity in the United States hit its highest level since their survey started in 1999, according to Babson College. Talent can also be outsourced, but surviving in the business jungle without talent is unlikely. It’s a jungle out there. That’s the good news and the bad news.

Startup 99

Startup Competition News Framework 99

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

They actively listen and don’t put themselves ahead of others. When you understand how you work most effectively, you will do a better job of delegation, use of outsourcing, and selection of partners and employees. Self-awareness is one cornerstone of effective leadership. They allow others to be the best they can be.

Entrepreneur 93

Entrepreneur Demand Outsource Satisfaction 93