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How do you find a mentor/co-founder in a specific vertical?

Eli Epstein Head of Content at CoFoundersLab

Last updated on May 24th, 2017

Hi Ricky, Good question. I wanted to point out a couple of resources here on Discuss regarding the NDAs. Lot of experienced folks with interesting... More

Question · Entrepreneurship · Patents

Have you or someone you know had an experience with a ‘patent troll?’

Yana Podskrebalina QA Test Engineer at Woact Company

Last updated on May 24th, 2017

I recently read that a new Supreme Court ruling will make it harder for “patent trolls” (people who hold patents just to sue) to sue companies... More

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Is there a list of PR media contacts by city for all major cities in the US?

Henry FRSA Managing Director, Positive Profile Limited

May 24th, 2017

There are many paid-for media resources companies, but I'm assuming you'd rather not pay and do the legwork yourself, so try this: http://www.abyznewslinks.com/uniteaz.htm You... More

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Best ways to test working chemistry with a potential cofounder?

Semere Andrew My Thoughts Are Stars.

May 24th, 2017

The best thing and way to go is to build trust between parties n envision on possible plans that can work out for you both.

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URGENT: Which is more valuable to the investor? The team or the product?

Lelia Salles Enterpreuner and musician

May 24th, 2017

yes...they will look upon the team's ability of managing their money...better to start with a zero cost idea so you can endure a bit longer while... More

Question · Relationship management

Best ways to test working chemistry with a potential cofounder?

stacey hronowski Cofounder & CEO at TenantList

May 24th, 2017

Hi guys! I'm curious how people go about testing chemistry with potential cofounders, particularly if they're strangers. Any advice?

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What are the best ways for a startup with limited resources to protect customer data?

Dane Madsen Chief Operating Officer at Comivo, LLC

May 24th, 2017

@Gabor - I stand corrected; yes, Win 7 was the most affected IF they were not updated when the vulnerability patch was released in March. The technical... More

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Coder/ Developer needed to complete dream team!

Gopal Panda

May 24th, 2017

Hi Mark, I think at this stage you are very clear what you want, i am interested in learning more on how to move fwd . I am 17 years experienced... More

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What are people using these days for to host domain and emails?

Saviz Haeri looking for opportunity to grow as well as make new contacts in the business world

Last updated on May 23rd, 2017

There is an option called https://www.hyperoffice.com/ I use their ushare.to platform its free up to 5 users

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Do you have better odds of receiving funding for a Product not built or a Product built without many sales but good ideas for growth that require money?

John Bilicki III

May 23rd, 2017

Why is this even a question? If I'm going to invest my money in one of two people (an idea person or a doing-it person) who do you think I'd give... More

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Should i Launch Website without mobile application or i should wait for mobile application to get ready.

Sandeep Jangir Technical geek with startup experience from India.

May 23rd, 2017

You definitely launch your idea. As you told you have created the website and mobile app development is in progress then its perfect time to launch... More

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should I approach the CEO/Founder or the marketing director when trying to partner with new clients?

Sudeep Bhatnagar I develop apps, talk apps, live apps.

May 23rd, 2017

The answer is, it depends on majorly the size of the company you're targeting. Following is what I do if I were at your place:- 1. Pitch founder/... More

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A venture wants to hire me with founder status- the catch no salary or benefits for two years. How?

Mario Berisic Husband, Dad 2x, CEO/Founder, Entrepreneur, ToyForToy ambassador, hobbies: Gym vs Chess

May 23rd, 2017

If you like this business, you will be repaid in passionate work and financial returns. I would be lucky to be called by some super startup. On the... More

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How do I convince my cofounder that we shouldn’t take a loan from his relative?

Pratik Upadhyay I help startups to convert their idea to a self sustainable product.

May 23rd, 2017

Hi Deepakshi, I think you have not explained the real pain here. I guess you are looking at a long term vision by following professional approach... More

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Marketing Concepts - percent of your business?

Kim Albee Marketing Automation & Content Marketing Strategist

May 23rd, 2017

You've got to understand your perfect potential customers really well - and be able to position your product or service in their minds by addressing... More

Question · Exit · Investors

Splitting a very modest return with an investor

Anonymous

May 22nd, 2017

We have raised $120k from one angel investor using a convertible note, and spent two years going through several iterations building our solution.... More

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Question · Construction · Creativity

What are startup naming constructions/trends to avoid?

Gurvinder singh QA || QC || Automation || Agile || Scrum

May 22nd, 2017

I’ve been tinkering with names for a side project I’m doing. I’ve used some name/creativity generators but I think the names that... More

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A venture wants to hire me with founder status- the catch no salary or benefits for two years. How?

Anakka hartwell Founder and CEO of tech startup.

May 22nd, 2017

I agree with what everyone is saying, I am the CEO and founder of my tech company and I am self funding all start up cost and I have given up all... More

Question · Business Development · Business Strategy

Is there a threshold to reach for one side when acquiring users for a two-sided market?

InkLnk Book a tattoo on your phone.

May 22nd, 2017

I have created a mobile app that requires I attract a lot of one type of user so that they can be reached by the other side in need of a service.... More

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How do I convince my cofounder that we shouldn’t take a loan from his relative?

Anonymous

May 22nd, 2017

If she's not a qualified investor, you could get in trouble with the SEC. Furthermore, if you don't have proper documentation (e.g., signed convertible... More