Start-ups
For start-ups, its the person not the idea that really counts
I’ve always believed that ideas are a dime a dozen, but what makes a start-up successful is the people behind it. I’ll always invest in a person before an idea, and I apply that theory when evaluating companies for Shotput. Case in point, I had the great benefit of mentoring a young entrepreneur last year. …
Read MoreAn interview with startup HuddleHub at SxSW
At SxSW last week I ran into a really interesting new company, HuddleHub. I did a quick interview with them on the trade show floor, so rather than me telling you what they do, I’ll let them do the talking.
Read MoreYep, that’s me and Guy Kawasaki at SxSW
Guy Kawasaki wrote one of my favorite startup books: The Art of the Start: The Time-Tested, Battle-Hardened Guide for Anyone Starting Anything and he’s one of the best speakers I’ve seen. And in person turns out he’s a very cool guy dude.
Read MoreRegator representing at SxSW
5 qualities every entrepreneur should have
I read this on Fred Wilson’s blog and couldn’t agree more. He lists the 5 characteristics he sees the most in successful entrepreneurs: 1) A stubborn belief in one’s self 2) A confidence bordering on arrogance 3) A desire to accept risk and ambiguity, and the ability to live with them 4) An ability to…
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