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Navigating the startup landscape is daunting. Knowing how to launch your brand, get in front of the right people and share your story effectively are just a few of the hurdles faced by founders. So, where’s the playbook? We couldn’t find one, so we made it. In partnership with Josh Geelan from KPMG High Growth Ventures, I’m stoked to present The Pitch Diaries by INFIX Creative Studio - a complete founder playbook from launch to capital raise and beyond. Not only will you learn insights from your industry’s brightest minds, but you’ll also have the chance to connect and share your biggest ideas with them. More to come soon – sign up here to be in the know 👇 https://lnkd.in/dXXHT_K2

Navigating the startup landscape is daunting. Knowing how to launch your brand, get in front of the right people and share your story effectively are just a few of the hurdles faced by founders. So, where’s the playbook? We couldn’t find one, so we made it. In partnership with Josh Geelan from KPMG High Growth Ventures, we’re stoked to present The Pitch Diaries – a complete founder playbook from launch to capital raise and beyond. Not only will you learn insights from your industry’s brightest minds, but you’ll also have the chance to connect and share your biggest ideas with them. More to come soon – sign up here to be in the know. https://lnkd.in/gvQ44wJp

🚀 When is the right time to start your startup? Timing the market? Don’t sweat it. Check out Startup 101 where we break down why the macro environment doesn’t matter as much as you think. From the long road to IPO, to the power of passion and runway—see how some of the greatest companies were built during tough times. 🌱 #StartupJourney #FounderAdvice #EntrepreneurMindset #Startup101

Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey isn't all sunshine and rainbows. Every startup founder faces their own set of challenges when laying the foundation for their dream venture. But here's where we come together as a community! Here's a buffet of startup hurdles. Which one resonates with you the most? Comment with your pick, or add your own challenge to the mix: - Building the right team. - Market and customer adoption for your product/service. - Business registrations and legalization. - Technology development Troubles. - Correct feasibility study and business model.

The right time to start a company is when it works best for you. Don’t try to time the market or a trend. It’s really as simple as:  - a market you’re passionate about and  - 12 months of personal runway.

'Being Fit' 💪 is not only the goal for a healthy life for humans but also for the startup’s successful and healthy life 🚀💡. Below are all the '7 types of Fit' 🤝 that every startup founder must ensure with their startups on their long journey to build a prominent venture! #StartupHealth #FoundersFitness #EntrepreneurialSuccess #StartupJourney #VentureGrowth #BusinessFitness #StartupStrategy #EntrepreneurLife #GrowthMindset #StartupEssentials

Have you ever wondered what sets successful startups apart from the rest? From finding the right product-market fit to building an effective team, discover the factors that Tepper School researchers Matthew Denes, Brandy Aven, and D. Carrington Motley say can make or break a new venture. Read more about what makes startups successful in the full article on the #Tepperspectives website: https://cmu.is/3ZHrTlT

Mucker Growth Day is here at last! Kicking off the morning with a sneak peek into the Mucker Growth Playbook we use with our founders. Tony Yang, Chris S., and Jonathan Beck are digging into tools and strategies to get your startup from zero to one. #LATechWeek #growth #startups TECH WEEK by a16z Thanks to Perkins Coie, Stifel Bank, and J.P. Morgan for sponsoring Mucker Growth Day!

Your co-founder relationship is probably one of the most important ones to get right; it's a true partnership that will pay off in spades if you do it well. Yet, 65% of startups don't work out because of co-founder conflicts. Cherrytree is, or needs to be, your go-to resource that teaches you the art and science of managing your co-founder relationship — to help you try and beat the odds. Despite your best efforts, however, sometimes the journey comes to an end — and in those instances where you've given it your best shot and decided it's time to say goodbye, Starcycle will be here to help you every step of the way. Shout out to Tim He for putting in the work to help more founders get through tough spots.

Kind of a counterintuitive partnership at first glance but it's actually genius. Don't get me wrong, I’m entirely dedicated to improving your cofoundership so you have the best chance at success. But sometimes, pulling the plug is the right decision. Sometimes, despite your best efforts, your cofounding journey comes to an end. If cofounder conflicts claim the lives of two-thirds of startups, there’s got to be a good way to deal with the fall out. Starcycle helps you close doors quickly, so you can start your next company sooner. Cherrytree has partnered with Starcycle to offer preferred pricing. Book a confidential consultation on their site and mention I sent you. Not ready to call it quits? Take a look at Cherrytree to see how to turn your ship around.