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Joe Procopio Joe Procopio
Updated on April 22, 2024

When and Why You Should Hire Outsourced Tech Talent

Here’s how to make outsourced hires work for your company, at each stage of its growth.

Samuel Garcia Samuel Garcia
Updated on April 22, 2024

What Kind of U.S. Work Visa Should Foreign Founders Apply For?

Why the lesser-known O-1 can be a better bet than the lottery-based H-1B.

Colin Campbell Colin Campbell
Updated on April 22, 2024

Was WeWork’s Problem Too Much Money?

Our expert argues that a too-big bundle of cash drove the startup sensation into bankruptcy.

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Jennifer Addie Jennifer Addie
Updated on April 22, 2024

Here’s Why Entrepreneurs Should Care About Well-Being

Your physical and mental health can affect your startup’s success.

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Clate Mask Clate Mask
Updated on April 22, 2024

4 Ways to Conquer Your Ego Before it Destroys Your Business

If ego is your enemy, how can you show it who’s boss?

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Mike Hyzy Mike Hyzy
Updated on April 22, 2024

Want to Write a Book? Keep These 5 Things in Mind.

Writing a book is a multi-faceted endeavor that requires a broad set of skills and an unconventional mindset to excel.

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Bobby Mukherjee Bobby Mukherjee
Updated on April 22, 2024

Is the Time Right to Hire a VP of Engineering or a Chief Technical Officer?

Both are essential roles, but each hire should take place at a different point in a startup’s life. I’ve got 3 pieces of advice to guide the decision.

Jacqueline Jensen Jacqueline Jensen
Updated on April 22, 2024

A Comprehensive Guide to Getting the Most From a Virtual Assistant

Identify your Unique Ability — the thing that you do that gives the most value to the company — and let a virtual assistant take other tasks off your plate.

Zack Ellison Zack Ellison
Updated on April 22, 2024

What Is Venture Debt? How Can It Support Diverse Founders?

This alternative to equity financing lets founders hang on to a bigger portion of their companies as they grow.

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Uri Levine Uri Levine
Updated on April 22, 2024

Launch Before Your Product Is Ready

In this excerpt from his new book, Waze co-founder Uri Levine explains why startup founders need to release their product as soon as they can, even if the timing makes them nervous.

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