Entrepreneurial Discussions

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Any entrepreneurs working inside a conventional company in a semi-sandboxed environment ?

Joanna Weber Founder & CEO Alchemy (pre-active), market analyst (CIM)

July 22nd, 2017

@Steve Owens Yes, that's pretty much how it is. The best example I've seen is where the sandbox was wholly distinct from the rest of the organisation... More

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For experienced CTOs, what would entice you to team up with a first time entrepreneur?

Dmitri Toubelis

Last updated on July 22nd, 2017

- The idea should be crazy enough and should target at substantial market size. - I would expect my co-founder to match my performance in ability... More

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What is the best way to become involved in a startup or new company?

Paul Garcia President at TABLE

July 22nd, 2017

Jordan, Enthusiasm is an important ingredient because it drives you forward with a lot of force, but it doesn't change the basic skills that you need... More

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Checking outsourced code for quality?

Josh McCormack Owner, InteractiveQA - Marketing, Web Dev, Testing, Data & Market Analysis

July 21st, 2017

If you're going to use contractors, local or abroad, to build the technology for your business, one option is to have a technical leader/co-founder... More

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I had unsuccessful launch on ProductHunt. What's next?

Stephen PMP Project Management Professional

July 21st, 2017

Hey Slav. I'm both an avid user and maker on ProductHunt (PH). I can also "hunt" products. Here's the good news - it's not at all a red flag. Did... More

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What care did you take in public launching your start-up?

Felipe Miranda Founder at Infinity Trend Ltd. Making Sustainable Fashion mainstream

July 21st, 2017

“Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the face.” ― Mike Tyson Just launch it and listen carefully of what the market is... More

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What is the best way to become involved in a startup or new company?

Nishant Shukla I am the wizard of angular and node

July 21st, 2017

You should try startup portals like this and search the person with delightful thoughts. You might be creator, investor or communication person. More

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How do I know I won’t get ripped off hiring an outsourced software developer?

Steve Owens

July 21st, 2017

- Stick with established companies that have been in biz for years. - Call their references. - Make sure their customers look like you. - Jointly... More

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I had unsuccessful launch on ProductHunt. What's next?

Shibu Kurian

July 21st, 2017

Hi, could you share me details of your site & a brief about it, an elevated pitch on what you perceive the product is all about. Moreover pitching... More

Question · Crowdfunding

We want to use crowdfunding to raise $25K-$35K. Which platform?

Mike Ellsworth Enterprise Social Media Strategy Consultant and Author, and IT Program Manager

Last updated on July 21st, 2017

So far, we're self-funding our social selling mobile app. We're getting ready to choose a developer, and we'll need $25K-$35K to get the MVP out.... More

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What is the best way to become involved in a startup or new company?

Chi Chi Founder looking for bright and creative people.

July 21st, 2017

What is your idea? Your area may have local meetups for entrepreneurs or local events where you ca meet other people working on things that are similar.... More

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My advisor sucks and I want my equity back. How do I do this?

Barry Burr founder, Barry Beams llc, a startup to re-light your night.

July 20th, 2017

Equity bottom-feeders are out there. Most if not all startup founders who gain traction with their ventures encounter them along the way. Never sign... More

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Initial employees equity

Mike Moyer

July 20th, 2017

There's no way to guess, in advance, what everyone deserves. You are building a asset that you hope will create value in the form of profits or a... More

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What do you think about the "Build things that don't scale" advice. What is your experience on this?

Josh McCormack Owner, InteractiveQA - Marketing, Web Dev, Testing, Data & Market Analysis

July 20th, 2017

The opposite is to make your offering so secure and bullet proof that no outlier client is going to bleed you dry. And no one will be super excited... More

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What are the pros and cons of developing mobile web vs mobile app?

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

July 20th, 2017

Mobile Apps Pros:- 1. High performance, fast, ability to work offline, keeps handy on device. 2. Can best utilize device resources (GPS, camera, accelarometer). 3.... More

Question · Entrepreneurship · Marketing Strategy

I had unsuccessful launch on ProductHunt. What's next?

Slav

July 20th, 2017

My precious baby product which I have spent last 12 months working on just bummed on ProductHunt. It became obvious after 24 hours since I have posted... More

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