Why Practical Founders Don’t Need VC Funding to Succeed
How many $50MM exits have you read about in the mainstream business press? Even regional business publications don’t highlight what I’d call huge wins enough. You read about unicorns. If you’re not taking on hundreds of millions in funding and exiting / IPO’ing for billions, you’re seemingly forgotten. That dynamic... Read More
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by Jeff Francis
Looking to secure software startup funding? How to get to ‘Yes’
As a software founder, one of the most critical moments you’ll face is trying to secure software startup funding. Whether you’re a startup or growth-stage company, raising capital is very often a pivotal part of your business growth. Having worked on over 200 innovative software products in the last 15... Read More
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by Jeff Francis
The founder’s journey with Brenda Stoner
We’re doing something a little different this month. Instead of a normal ENO8 Answers webinar + video, we wanted to switch it up and interview someone with decades of experience building and launching software startups who could speak to all things founder’s journey. I met Brenda Stoner about a decade... Read More
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by Jeff Francis
9 Software Startup Founder Quotes that Inspire
Thinking of launching a software startup? Heed this advice from successful software startup founders who have paved the way! Read More
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by Jeff Francis
Stop! Startups, Read This Before You Hire a CTO
Don't fall prey to the common misconception that a tech startup should hire a CTO first or even early on. Instead, there are more tactical, effective hires to make well before a CTO. Read More
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by Jeff Francis
Is a Software Development Request for Proposal the Way to Start My Project?
Is a software development request for proposal or request for quote better? Or is there a third option that saves money, reduces risk, and increases chances of success? Read More
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by Jeff Francis
Tech Startup Failures and Flops to Avoid
Tech startup failures offer new startup founders the chance to learn from others' mistakes. Read about some recent flops as we share lessons that founders can apply to their businesses. Read More
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by Jeff Francis
Should I Start By Seed Funding My V1?
Startup founders, don't go for the full v1 seed funding right away. Instead, fund an Innovation Lab, get the clarity you need to be successful, and then have the confidence and justification to go back for the big investment round. Read More
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by Jeff Francis
Your Startup Won’t Fail from Technical Issues
The vast majority of software startups fail. The common misconception is that failures are usually the result of technical issues with the software itself. We dig into this idea and prove that the cause is something else altogether. Read More
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by Jeff Francis
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