August, 2024

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Risk, insanity, and the 50% startup rule!

Berkonomics

Fifty percent of all businesses formed will fail within the first two years. There are many variations of this number since there are a number of ways to measure failure. But the number is a startling reminder that creating a business is not easy, nor is it any assurance of success. How to define “success” for a startup? After speaking with many entrepreneurs over the years, each defines success in his or her unique way.

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Small Business Grants You Can Apply For in August 2024

Tech.Co

As the old adage goes, money doesn’t grow on trees: but it might be easier to access than you think, thanks to the growing number of private grants available to small businesses. Whether you’re unfairly impacted by systematic barriers , or simply lack the capital needed to get your idea off the ground, private grants can provide lifelines to small businesses by enabling them to grow without tying them down with the debts associated with business loans.

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Four Locations Confirmed for San Diego Startup Week 2024

Startup San Diego

San Diego Startup Week 2024 is gearing up to be a landmark event, showcasing the vibrant startup ecosystem across multiple dynamic locations. Taking place from October 21st to the 25th, […] The post Four Locations Confirmed for San Diego Startup Week 2024 appeared first on Startup San Diego.

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How Does Advanced Warehouse Management Technology Benefit Businesses? Enhancing Efficiency and Profitability

AllTopStartups

Advanced warehouse management technology dramatically enhances business operations by streamlining various processes. These technologies improve efficiency, reduce operational costs, and boost productivity. By integrating tools such as Warehouse Management Systems… The post How Does Advanced Warehouse Management Technology Benefit Businesses? Enhancing Efficiency and Profitability appeared first on AllTopStartups.

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Can You Ask for Office Rent Relief? How to Manage Your Lease During COVID-19

Office leases are one of companies’ largest expenses, and if your whole team is working from home with no clear end in sight, you may be wondering what to do about your lease.

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Investors, your board, and you: Who is smarter?

Berkonomics

You’re building a company from your vision and a passion, and lots of people are going to tell you that you have this or that wrong, and that it just won’t work. Business plans rarely survive market contact The truth is that very, very few early business plans survive in a form completely recognizable when looking back a few years. But even with massive changes, the vision and passion usually don’t diminish in the process of morphing a business plan into a profitable business.

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Do you agree with “Fail fast?”

Berkonomics

Here’s a question that should strike close to home. Professional investors like to quote this mantra to anyone who will listen. “Fail fast,” they say. But what if you believe so strongly in your budding enterprise that this seems to be the most ill-advised directive you’ve ever heard? So here are some rules that might make it clearer for you and for those who so easily quote the mantra.

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California Lawmakers Pass Controversial AI Bill

Tech.Co

The California State Assembly has passed landmark regulation to curb the potential threat of AI. California lawmakers on Wednesday passed the bill – the first of its kind in the US – pending a vote in the state Senate. Governor Gavin Newsom will now have a month to decide whether or not to approve it. As per the bill, AI companies based in the Golden State will be required to implement a suite of precautionary measures before training AI models.

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Announcing Panelists for 1st Mondays in September 2024

Startup San Diego

Startup San Diego’s 1st Mondays event, powered by LogicBoost Labs, returns on September 9th, 2024, at the Sharp Prebys Innovation & Education Center. This quarterly event is a cornerstone of […] The post Announcing Panelists for 1st Mondays in September 2024 appeared first on Startup San Diego.

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Accelerators and Important Startup Applications for Q3 2024

Startup San Diego

As we enter the third quarter of 2024, aspiring entrepreneurs and startup founders have many opportunities to accelerate their business ideas and gain valuable support in San Diego. This compilation […] The post Accelerators and Important Startup Applications for Q3 2024 appeared first on Startup San Diego.

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Startup San Diego Tech Report Episode 4 – #SDSW2024, SD Startup Market Updates, Book Launch

Startup San Diego

The fourth episode of the Startup San Diego Tech Report featured a lively conversation between Cheryl Goodman, host and Startup San Diego Vice Chair, Fred Grier, Business of San Diego […] The post Startup San Diego Tech Report Episode 4 – #SDSW2024, SD Startup Market Updates, Book Launch appeared first on Startup San Diego.

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Broadcast a clear goal to rally your troops!

Berkonomics

Too many business leaders fail to point their troops in a single direction where the goal is known and the process to achieve it clear. Some work to achieve good deeds and hope that their efforts will result in financial success over time. Others aim for financial success during the growth of their business and at the liquidity event or sale of the business – someday.

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