Tag: startup
It’s All Your Fault! So Start Working Harder
I don’t know why so many people blame others for their failures or mishaps in their lives… Maybe it’s their ego, maybe in society failure is seen as weakness, maybe people will make fun of them…Or maybe it’s just easier to blame others for their problems? “It’s not that I’m doing anything wrong, he’s preventing [...]
4 Things You NEED to Do in 2012
As other articles on Under30CEO.com focus on how to build your business and live your dream in 2012, this article takes a look at what needs to go on behind the scenes in order for things to go according to plan. Building a company with staying power requires proactive measures to make sure the company’s [...]
Dear Tech World, Please Grow Up
Last night I got a call from one of my best friends; this time for a little advice. He works for a high profile tech startup, is one of hardest workers I know, and is one of the most charismatic guys on the planet…. But like me: He can’t manage his time or personal finances. [...]
I’m Risking All My Cash And A Loan…Here We Go!
I probably owe the IRS $15,000 and I’m not sure I’ll be able to pay it when tax season comes now that I’m investing all my money. I guess that’s what being an Under30Ceo is all about! I would be lying if I told you I wasn’t nervous. My blog posts here won’t be telling you [...]
What It Really Takes To Build a Startup
What does it take to build a startup? This is typically the first question that a person asks themselves once they’ve come to the conclusion that they would like to be an entrepreneur. Of course, often times new entrepreneurs tend to drastically underestimate what it actually takes to build a successful startup. Speaking from experience, [...]
Brand Matters: Guide to Efficient Trademark Registration Applications
Most entrepreneurs and business owners generally understand the concept that applying for trademark registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is an important step toward building the business and protecting its image and goodwill. However, at least in my experience, these same people also tend to have certain common questions and misconceptions [...]
The 3 Most Important Rules for Every Startup Entrepreneur with Scott Case
Recently Andrew Keen from TechCrunch TV interviewed Scott Case about Startup America Partnership and entrepreneurship in general across the US. Scott has some amazing insight into the startup culture and why companies succeed and fail. He also has a unique passion for turning America back into an innovation center and bringing entrepreneurial ecosystems that we [...]
Lessons Learned from Launching Lean
Back in late October, I re-united with a few old friends of mine to participate in Rails Rumble. The Rumble is a developer competition that allots 48 hours to design, develop and deploy a web application of your choice — not dissimilar to Startup Weekend. Leatherbound was the result. Within the first day of launching the site, we [...]
Can Your Startup Grow Without You?
Sleepless nights. Overwhelming stress. Tremendous financial risks. And after all of that, your startup is still standing. You deserve praise for accomplishing something that most do not. However, as great as a founder that you may be, how sustainable is your startup? Can your company survive without you being present every moment of the day? [...]
Start a Company – F the Rules
I am a 28 year old start-up CEO. Last week I read an article titled “the 57 things I learned starting 3 tech companies.” While the list was brilliant, the human brain can only simultaneously hold seven independent thoughts. I am going to assume that two of your seven sockets are already filled with (1) [...]
