Hillside, Inc’s Post

"Getting to that person can be challenging sometimes because they’re not always out looking for these sorts of products. But Plug and Play has connected us both at the corporate executive-level as well as in the weeds to the person who actually needs Squint. It’s directionally changed our go-to-market strategy." - Devin Bhushan, Founder and CEO, Squint Thank you, Devin, for such a great compliment and testimonial on your work with Plug and Play Tech Center! If you're curious about WHY Plug and Play, just watch this clip from our recent batch startup, Squint!

As founders and developers, we know the struggle of chaining features together and insisting that we get the product fully featured before we launch it to the public. There’s merit in wanting to put out a version you’re most proud of, but there is often more upside to releasing it into the world and getting real feedback to identify your blind spots as soon as possible – even if that means using more traditional or manual practices at the beginning. 🎧 Listen to Dylan Trotter, co-founder of Bit Complete, share what he has learned about building and shipping products rapidly based on his experience building software for early-stage startups and Fortune 500 companies.

A players don't quit jobs in web3 startups. They quit: - No recognition of their contributions - Lack of equity & token ownership - Bureaucratic internal processes - Bosses who are B & C players - Lack of growth prospects - Limited responsibilities - Lack of autonomy - Toxic culture - No impact So if you want to retain A players, get your startup's culture right first. Follow 👉 Aram Mughalyan & consider sharing ♻️ this post if you like it.

🛠️ Day 4, folks! Let's talk about building a startup from scratch. Imagine assembling a giant Lego set without the manual. That's startup life—thrilling, unpredictable, and creative. I started with a bold idea 💡, gathered a dream team 🤝, and dove right into the action. From securing funds to launching our first MVP, it felt like sprinting a marathon. Each day brought a new puzzle, but seeing our vision materialize bit by bit was beyond rewarding. Key takeaways? Resilience is crucial; iteration is your friend, and a great team makes all the difference. According to my wife, my posts should be as concise as my elevator pitches—so that’s it for today! Catch you tomorrow for more fun-sized insights! 😄

It's wild how much a bootstrapped startup can grow in just 12 months. From $198 to $355K in volume during the same period last vs this year. Zero capital raised and no pitch decks. Last year Jan & Feb - build mvp - 6 customers - $198 of revenue This year Jan & Feb - robust product - over $100K MRR - 355K in revenue Biggest takeaways? - team & product are key but the market accelerates everything - stay as close to the customer as possible - move really fast Shoutout to everyone on the Castmagic team who's helped make this happen and can't wait to see where we are same time next year 🪄

Been reflecting on some old notes lately (as I do my yearly reflection on 1th of May). After sold my previous company and jumping into helping other startups scale, one piece of advice permanently rise above the rest: Culture eats strategy for breakfast. The people you bring in define your company's DNA, and how you nurture that culture through your actions (who you reward and, equally importantly, who you don't) is the key. Thrilled to be at Wise, where the startup hustle and "get it done" mentality are still alive and kicking. It's a quality many companies lose as they grow, and one we must fiercely protect.

Join Sajith Pai and friends of Blume, Kushal Bhagia, and Anmol Maini as they unpack the Indian early-stage startup ecosystem on Wednesday, 14th Aug, at 9.30 pm IST. More details in Sajith's post below.

Applications for Blue Startups are due today! I've been a lead mentor for the last 3 cohorts and it is amazing to see the amount of growth and progress these companies make in such a short period of time. 🚀 Learn more and apply at bluestartups.com

Have you ever thought about starting a business? If so, Founders is the perfect avenue to do it! 🚀 Dogpatch Labs is an incredibly supportive space where you are surrounded by some of the greatest minds in the Irish startup scene. Applications have just opened for the next cohort and I highly recommend applying. Feel free to get in touch with me – I'd be happy to share my experience and insights. This is a great opportunity, so don’t miss out! #startups #entrepreneurship #DogpatchLabs #Founders

We know, we know, it's still vacation vibes, but if you’ve been thinking about joining our startup accelerator, now's your chance! 🎉 Our application form is OPEN! 🤩 What’s in it for you? A 6-month growth program that’ll help you build an epic business, score investments, and conquer new markets. 🚀 Here’s what you’ll get: 📚 High-quality workshops 🎉 Access to a modern open office 🗝️ Your very own dedicated mentor 💡 Tips from top-notch business gurus 🤝 Support from the startup community Ready for the ride? Apply now and let’s make your startup dreams into reality, together! 💪✨ Link in the comments 🔗👇