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Turns out Google doesn't just answer questions, it sparks them. As I reflect on a year as Google for Startups alum, I realized my brain's been rewired for marketing success. Here's how👇🏼 👑 Data is king (but not the only ruler): Data-driven decisions are important, but good marketing thrives on intuition. Don't be afraid to trust your gut on those "unmeasurable” brand-building bets. Data drives, gut decides, right Kendall Dufort (Bishop)?! 🤝 Stronger together: Bouncing ideas off a teammate (or in our case, Google mentors) nearly ALWAYS unlocks new insights that fine-tune your content. 🦸 Storytelling is a superpower: Unique brand = unique narrative. As Alex Gould from Long Story Short brilliantly shared, life’s a pitch! Make it unforgettable! PS - the program is now open for applications! Apply @ startup.google.com ⚡️

Tech founders, was your path to being a founder straightforward? I've just realized that mine kinda was. 👇 👉 Math olympiads in school 👉 Fell in love with programming at first sight 👉 STEM uni (programming + fundamental math) 👉 Worked hard on becoming a front-end developer, but it didn't feel hard, it felt right 👉 After becoming an expert in my field, a startup opportunity presented itself I have a feeling that for most tech founders it's the same. Or maybe I'm just hallucinating of course. Working on a startup teaches you quite quickly that most of your conclusions about anything are just hallucinations 😁 I've asked the same thing on Twitter, go answer there as well to help me grow my following: https://lnkd.in/dkhRSmj6 

I recently graduated with a B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering, and wow, what a ride it’s been transitioning from a college student to a full-fledged working professional at TWF Flours, a buzzing startup. College life was all about late-night party and caffeine-fueled study sessions. Fast forward to now, I’ve traded those for early morning meetings and market trend analysis. Talk about a plot twist! 🍕➡️📊 The past two months at TWF Flours have been nothing short of an epic adventure. Diving into the food industry, learning the ropes of business development, and getting the lowdown on customer preferences – it’s been a non-stop learning spree. Who knew flour could be so fascinating? Startups are a whole different game – challenging but crazy fun and exciting. The pace here is as fast as those exam nights back in college. You’ve gotta be on your toes, ready to juggle multiple tasks and think on your feet. But hey, variety is the spice of life, right? 🌶️ Plus, seeing your work make a real impact is a major win. Switching from tech to biz was a big leap, but as they say – go big or go home! The squad at TWF Flours is top-notch, and the innovative culture keeps me hyped and hungry for more every day. So, here’s to my journey from a college kid to a startup pro. Let’s keep crushing it and, of course, let’s get this bread – literally and figuratively! 🍞🚀 #FromCampusToCorporate #StartupVibes #TechToBiz #NewJourney #LearningEveryday

I attended an insane meeting called Headstarter Pathways to Tech where we saw Dustin Beadle, Nabeel Alamgir🦄, Logan Havern, Shariar Kabir and Miguel Acero and couldn't help but share some key takeaways from them 📝 🔹Start conversations with compliments and thoughtful questions. It's all about building connections, as Headstarter CEO Yasin Ehsan 🚀 suggested. 🔹Understand the history of computer science and algorithms - it's not just about the latest trends! Thanks for this pearl of wisdom, Dustin Beadle from LTIS. 🔹Don't underestimate the power of collaboration, communication, and conflict resolution skills in tech 💼 🔹Your nationality or passport doesn't define your career potential. Focus on networking, leadership skills and continuous learning. Remember: hard work, hustle and persistence are crucial in achieving career goals in tech 👩💻 Do you know something very interesting? Ruby made a partnership with Headstarter and they are going to take couple of fellows from this program as their interns without any interviews. It's a great opportunity for all the fellows Feeling motivated? Headstarter uploaded the video of the meeting too if anyone wants to watch. Video Link: https://lnkd.in/eyxDAneK Let's make our mark in the tech industry 💪 #TechIndustry #CareerGoals #Networking #CommunicationSkills #Headstarter

Back in 2015, my entrepreneurial spirit, along with three friends, led us to launch a tech venture. While that initial chapter closed in 2016, it proved to be a crucial crucible. We learned invaluable lessons about market fit, teamwork, and most importantly, the power of perseverance. Undeterred, in 2017, I partnered with my current colleague (and future Quellxcode co-founder) to forge a new path. Our focus was laser-sharp: Quellxcode. Our mission? Empowering developers, igniting careers, and shaping the future of tech. Today, Quellxcode stands as a testament to the power of resilience, adaptability, and unwavering belief. We've built a thriving community of coders, a platform for growth, and countless success stories. This year, I'm launching a series of videos where I'll delve deeper into Quellxcode, our mission, and the incredible journey that led us here. We'll talk about strategy, marketing lessons learned from helping over 200 clients, and the secrets to building a brand that impacts the world. Ready to unlock the code to your digital empire? Stay tuned for my upcoming videos, share your entrepreneurial tales in the comments, and let's build the future of tech together! #QuellxcodeStory #BuildingADigitalEmpire #TechEntrepreneur #MarketingLessons #StayTuned #digitalamarketing #personalbranding #marketingandadvertising #marketing 

Finding Alignment in the Solo Hustle  In the midst of a six-month coding marathon, I was alone, my only companions were determination and ambition. Then, I met Ming, my future co-founder. A self-taught developer like me, he was building his own tech startups and managing software projects. We found common ground, a shared vision. He introduced me to the Hacker Collective, a community for out-of-the-box thinkers, and it became a beacon of hope and inspiration for me. Remember, success isn't a solo journey.  #SigmaSchool #Selflearncode #Codingbootcamp #onlinecodingschool #onlinecodingbootcamp #learntocode #buildingsoftware #softwaredeveloper

I had the privilege of joining Antler’s Spring 24 Cohort in Austin. I went in alone, looking for a cofounder, with a well researched idea, but I hadn’t started building. Days Before: I signed the paperwork to join Antler the Friday before the cohort started. The weekend before Antler, I cried because I knew once it started nothing would be the same. I grieved the end of an era of my life. Day 0: LET’S GO! Everyone is so smart and qualified. You can’t help but compare yourself to them. I was so excited to meet everyone, and there wasn’t enough time in the day. I ended up talking to one person until 10pm. Week 1: I keep talking to one person until very late every night. Are they talking with other people too? …Are we exclusive yet? We’re exclusive!! Week 2: My brain is overloaded with learning. Healthcare is so toxic, and I want to make it better for consumers, but I’m starting to worry that the idea I came in with takes too much capex. Week 3: We’re pivoting?? We’re pivoting. A new idea that actually feels like a huge opportunity. There is still too much to learn. That weekend I read 20 medical studies trying to get smarter in the space. Week 4: Things are getting more serious. I’m comparing myself to all of the other startups, including those who came in with revenue. I feel so behind. How do I compete with that?? Week 5: We launch a prototype and get it to the top of a subreddit. We get great feedback and traffic. Most people say it’s great. A small % of people seem to hate it. I think this is a sign that we’re onto something. I’m most excited about the people who hate us, lol. Week 6: I think this process is the perfect amount of time. I’m feeling extremely ready to build with my cofounder. I need to spend some time creating a pitch, though. Pre-IC: This week we pitched before the Austin partners, and the best companies will go to the US investment committee. I am prepared and feel okay. We make it to the next round. I am devastated for my friends who didn’t. The end of this week is probably the hardest time at Antler. IC (This week): TBD

Oh hey! Fancy seeing you here, getting your LinkedIn scroll on. If you’re anything like me, you’ll be in a happy digital haze, seeing a bunch of familiar faces – despite the nagging feeling that you’ve kinda forgotten where you know some of them from or what they actually do, (it’s ok, admit it 😅) 👋🏼 So hi. I’m Jeanette. I run HEX. We’re a EdTech company that delivers life-changing experiences for students, helping them get ready for the exponential future. I get to work with Unis, High Schools and Government agencies to enrol thousands of students into our programs – online, in Australia, and overseas. You might have met me: 👋🏼 At a startup, pitch or community event 👋🏼 At your school or uni 👋🏼 During a hackathon or accelerator program 👋🏼 Speaking at an industry conference 👋🏼 Through a HEX program 👋🏼 From my previous corporate life 👋🏼 During a global trade mission or government event 👋🏼 Through this platform, when I post about the amazing achievements of HEX students and my team. The thing is, no matter how we met, we can always help each other. Recently I’ve been thrilled to speak to old banking colleagues who are enrolling their children into HEX, ex-Hexies who are starting new jobs, and even high school friends who are getting into startups. So tell me!! 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 Where did we meet? What are you working on? How can I help? What’s news with you? What’s your drink of choice? 😅 Look forward to catching up soon.

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It's "Demo Day" at the Lab, and some of our Early Founders are getting ready to pitch their ideas, MVPs and prototypes for the very first time in public. Shouldn't they all be excited? Few days ago they all looked forward to standing on that stage to pitch, but when it was just minutes to go, there was a lot of tension, fear and a healthy dose of imposter syndrome in the room. For some of them, their parents were present, for others they were just second-guessing the quality of the work they had done. What would people say? What if the app fails to perform while we're on stage? What if they ask us questions we can't answer? Those questions they were asking and the fears they were exhibiting were exactly what we hoped would happen. It doesn't matter if you're 13 years or 31 years old, the very first product pitch or exhibition you'll give will come with those fears. You can't jump the process. Our goal is to make sure these children have gotten used to the process as teenagers and have developed the confidence and expertise to build, pitch and sell any idea to the world, so that by the time they turn 18, they are equipped and ready to launch real world apps, pitch to real investors and solve pressing global problems. Welcome to #EarlyFoundersLabs, where we prepare kids to launch startups before they turn 18.