Category Archives: Venture
History Has Momentum
“We’ve always done it that way”. Not a good answer for sure. Perhaps it is better for them if they are the one responsible for the results in case something else happens. It seems that everybody wants change but nobody wants … Continue reading
How Much Money Do You Really Need?
When an entrepreneur is posed with this question by a potential investor, how do you answer it? What is the investor looking for? Does it mean that they do not believe my projections? Are they testing me for my resolve? … Continue reading
Thoughts On Leadership and the Value of Personal Mantra’s
One of the most important things that you can do for yourself, your associates, your family and life, is to establish a personal constitution. It starts with understanding whom you are, what you value and what drives you. In this … Continue reading
What Type of Business Do You Have — or Want to Start?
If you have started or are thinking of starting a business, you may not have really thought too much about the type of that business. You probably should — it will make a difference in your future and how you … Continue reading
The Lean Startup — Thinking Lean from the Start
Maximize your Chances for Success from the Start with Lean Thinking I am a big proponent of the “lean startup movement” as espoused by Steve Blank & Eric Ries. Other then just the term “lean” (as the founder of LeanLogistics … Continue reading
Ready, Fire, Aim – Defining Your Market
Elephants and Deer and Rabbits oh my… do I have to choose? Please forgive my game animal metaphors (I have a great friend who recently got me thinking of market segmentation in this light) but I hope that you will … Continue reading
A Guide to Angel Investing
One of the questions that I am asked on occasion is “what is an Angel Investor” (and can or should I become one)? I have found this video to be one of my favorite guides for both prospective Angel Investors … Continue reading
Musings at Altitude 