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As an angel, how do I check a startup's finances?

Last updated on August 17th, 2017

Hi Anonymous, I do third-party startup BI and due diligence for startup investors - startupfactcheck.com From my experience of vetting hundreds of... More

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Hire a software developer or pay a company to develop my app

Niels Koizumi We are all genius once we find our strengths

August 17th, 2017

i've just been in your position and spent a lot of money with a dev company that was good but very expensive. individual developers who will invest... More

Question · CTO search · Hardware

How to hire a CTO for a hardware company?

Jessica Linville CEO and Founder @ RWEDI Solutions, Inc. Seeking CTO (Mechanical Engineer)

August 17th, 2017

I need to hire a CTO for a water treatment company; however, I am having a hard time locating possible candidates via word of mouth. I have reached... More

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Question · Business planning · Cofounder

Early stage, should I be trying to get a cofounder (solo right now) or work on a complete business plan?

David Matthews Founder of Varys (Anonymous P2P Information Brokerage) progressing past idea looking for a cofounder

August 17th, 2017

I have outlines of my business plan and pitch deck, but I have neither a cofounder nor a complete business plan. If my goal is to have a successful... More

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Are there any dev shops or 'startup consultant' firms with 'accelerators' that aren't scams?

Paul Benedetto Many time entrepreneur, advisor and financial guy

August 17th, 2017

If someone offers funding (1) sight unseen or (2) with hiring/contracting caveats, RUN. These folks are only concerned about themselves, not you. There... More

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Is it normal that an Angel Investor proposes not cash but technical services, then asks the founder to pay 30% of the estimated technical cost ?

Avy Loren-Cohen CoFounder ALC Strategic Business Consulting & Executive Coaching for Startups & mature corporations

August 17th, 2017

From my experience - simply NO! It sounds like this person wants to benefit from both sides of the coin. Typically an investor will "invest" with... More

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Effective communication methods with remote employees?

Kate Mykhaylyak Marketing and Sales at CyberCraft Inc.

August 17th, 2017

Hi Olesya, In your case, I would hire a local trusted partner who would set up your remote team, take care of setting up all communication and reporting... More

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Hire a software developer or pay a company to develop my app

Peter Babich Team lead

August 17th, 2017

Hey Ayan, you really have to consider carefully before picking one. There are few points you should check while finding the right company for your... More

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iOS app development: Hire in or contract a company?

August 17th, 2017

Dear Ken, It's a really difficult decision. As an owner, you want to control and track all tasks that are in a progress at the same time you can't... More

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What is the most difficult thing when you want to start a new business?

Pema Pema CEO design n fabricating

August 17th, 2017

I found the most difficult thing is like in my country Bhutan, the poor people like me are not getting a single loan because of lack of mortgage though... More

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What is the most difficult thing when you want to start a new business?

Baba Mallum

August 16th, 2017

Mindset.

Question · Marketing Strategy · Product Marketing

How to sell a platform that makes developers 10X productive?

Anil Sharma Founder at Trillo.io

Last updated on August 16th, 2017

Here is the dilemma. Teams building enterprise class applications always get caught up in plumbing so extensively that they lose focus and creativity.... More

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Hire a software developer or pay a company to develop my app

Ran Fuchs Senior executive passionate about new tech.

August 16th, 2017

This is not a simple question, and have many arguments either way. Keeping it short, with some exceptions, my preference for a company. Advantages: 1.... More

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What can be done to unleash innovation with larger corporations?

Dom DaFonte I build products and see if they stick.

Last updated on August 16th, 2017

First thing I'd like to highlight is that innovation is only one part of building a successful business. Alongside innovation you need operational... More

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Is being vulnerable Ok?

Mouad Ezzaki zaki'sbar@redwidgets,social,philosophy,money,pleasure ,chance

August 16th, 2017

i think that your stategy to show us the story of your busness is a good idea to build trust with others and be partners inthe futur. for me trust... More

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Is it normal that an Angel Investor proposes not cash but technical services, then asks the founder to pay 30% of the estimated technical cost ?

Ran Fuchs Senior executive passionate about new tech.

August 16th, 2017

This is a very common trap. Service providers presenting themselves as angels, to lure you in, and then want to take your money. The most common story... More

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Hire a software developer or pay a company to develop my app

Alex Black Marketing

August 16th, 2017

There are a number of things to consider when hiring an app development company. The short list: History and reputation for shipping products consistently... More

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How much should a simple app cost (to develop)?

Jack Larson Business Development Manager

August 16th, 2017

Let’s discuss how to asses cost of Android or iOS application step by step. Broadly it is being covered in seven stages where each stage has... More

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What is the most difficult thing when you want to start a new business?

Frank Binauli Entrepreneur

August 16th, 2017

funds are a big hiccup. Some entreprenuerial projects do not need you to start too small. you still have to buy that smallest machine required for... More

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How far can you go with Wordpress?

Shweta Dubey Business Development Manager at ALEA IT SOLUTIONS

August 16th, 2017

Hi Austin. Could you please share more details about your web application as it depends what kind of application you are building. If the application... More