The book Blue Ocean Strategy might sound more like an environmental study than a work on business management. Since it was published in 2004, however, it has sold more than …
What’s the Real Difference: Founder vs. Cofounder?
Founder, co-founder, CEO: what’s the difference, really? When it comes to these terms, it’s important to distinguish between the various startup roles. It’s especially confusing because a single person can …
The Startup Secret Sauce: A Superhuman Product-Market Fit
What is your product-market fit? Startup entrepreneur and investor Marc Andreessen has defined product/market fit as “being in a good market with a product that can satisfy that market.” Reaching …
What is the Average Startup CEO Salary? Well, It Depends
Early-stage startups often have a tight budget, especially before they’ve raised significant venture capital. Of course, your employees deserve a fair wage for their knowledge and hard work. However, you …
Knowing When You Need a Co-Founder (And How to Find a Good One)
If all goes well, founding a startup can be one of the highlights of your career. This means that going solo might be a tempting proposition, giving you a bigger …
Advice for Startup Entrepreneurs: Secrets of Successful Startups
For millions of people, starting a business would be a dream come true. One survey, for example, found that 63 percent of people in their 20s either had their own …
Need Help? Resources to Find a Cofounder for a Startup
Founding a startup is no easy feat. To succeed, you’ll need a great idea, team members who are smart and hard-working employees, and a bit of luck on your side. …
Female-Founded Startups: 3 Things Female Founders Must Know Before Raising Money
Much of the tech startup advice out there applies to founders regardless of their gender. There are a few issues, however, that female leaders in particular should be aware of. …
CTO for Startups: Do Startups Need a CTO?
According to the Wall Street Journal technology columnist Christopher Mims, “every company is now a tech company.” With software and IT impacting the world around us, your startup’s technology resources …
Advice and Best Places to Find Developer Cofounders
Lacking the right tech background is an all-too-common obstacle when building a startup. Even the greatest idea in your head will be practically useless if you’re unable to implement it. …
Your Great Idea Needs Help. It’s Time for Some Co-Founder Speed Dating Strategies.
You’ve come up with a brilliant startup idea that will take the world by storm—now you just have to execute it. Whether you’re looking for coding knowledge or leadership skills, …
How Do I Find a Cofounder Online?
Your head is full of great ideas for starting a business—but you need some assistance in executing them. Fortunately, this shouldn’t be an impediment to launching your startup. In fact, …
How to Hire a Marketer for Your Startup
Having a marketing team for your startup so that you can grow your business is key. No matter how novel your idea is, or how strong your products are, your …
Startup COO Salary: Here’s What You Can Expect to Pay a COO for Your Startup
Of all the startup roles—content strategists, controllers, COOs, and more—the job of COO (chief operating officer) is perhaps one of the most underappreciated yet valuable. The role of the COO …
A Guide to Startup Salaries & Compensation
Working at a startup can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Startups give you the chance to pursue your passions while building a team of smart, passionate colleagues. However motivating …