The danger of being comfortable: Services
The rise in demand of personal services at the touch of a button is an indicator of several important things happening in our modern society. First and foremost – we are busier than ever before, with no signs of stopping. These services are also a signifier of innovative thinking and points us to even greater possibilities in this realm in the near future.
App Strategy: Ep. 9: Building a startup while working full-time
This week we’re talking about how to balance starting an app-based company while still holding down a full-time job somewhere else. We discuss the metrics to track and the key decisions on which you should focus.
Why your ‘comfortable’ small business is in danger
There are a lot of established companies that have grown their business in very different ways. There’s a lot than can be learned from hard-earned sales methods and good customer service. Most 20-year-old companies could also learn more about technology and how the landscape of their business is changing. But why should they care?
Lessons from the unicorns
There are more than 80 “unicorns” in today’s global startup industry. That means there are more than 80 privately-owned and venture-funded new businesses with valuations of over $1 billion. While we could talk all day about the tech “bubble” and whether or not these valuations are reasonable, these companies are clearly doing something right.
App Strategy, Ep. 8: Diversity in Startups
Diversity of thought is one of the most valuable assets to a small, rapidly growing company. Creativity and innovation is hindered when a team gets caught in group think. This week on the podcast, we talk about MotionMobs’ experience with diversity of thought and how you can achieve it in your own startup.