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A Tail of Planning Failure
Posted by Peter Dragone | Jul 13, 2017 | Planning |
Barter, A Pandemic Success Story
by Peter Dragone | Jun 15, 2020 | Planning |
Bartering has been around for many thousands of years. It still has a place in the modern world, particularly during these cash constrained times.
Read MoreThe NDA as a Noncompete Lite
by Peter Dragone | Sep 25, 2018 | Planning |
Increasingly, noncompetition agreements (“noncompetes”) are being scrutinized by state legislatures. Many firms are looking to NDAs as an alternative.
Read MoreTest Run Misconceptions
by Peter Dragone | Mar 20, 2018 | Planning |
When is a test run not a test run? When cash-strapped or inexperienced entrepreneurs are involved. Plan properly, avoid these common pilot production run errors.
Read More600 Lbs of Contract Manufacturing Lessons
by Peter Dragone | Mar 14, 2018 | Planning |
Many startups thoroughly qualify their contract manufacturers, then take them for granted. Without continued vigilance and oversight disaster can follow.
Read MoreThe Reluctant Entrepreneur
by Peter Dragone | Jan 30, 2018 | Planning |
Often, Founders have unstated, grandiose, long term goals for their businesses. These dreams can sometimes conflict with critical, short term strategic decisions.
Read MoreDon’t Skimp on Legal Advice
by Peter Dragone | Dec 19, 2017 | Planning |
Entrepreneurs are, by definition, not followers. They make their own paths. Nonetheless, they should should always seek out professional legal advice.
Read MoreRaising Money? Do This First
by Peter Dragone | Oct 11, 2017 | Planning |
Raising money, it’s what entrepreneurs do. How they go about it, that’s often a “don’t.” Don’t start before honestly assessing your long term goals.
Read MoreA Tail of Planning Failure
by Peter Dragone | Jul 13, 2017 | Planning |
Planning Failure Files: It’s 1902 and the city of Hanoi is plagued by rats. Proposed Solution: Eliminate the pesky rodents by encouraging entrepreneurialism
Read MoreHouston, We Have a Problem
by Peter Dragone | Jul 11, 2017 | Planning |
Houston, we’ve had a problem. A famous quote, but a poor problem definition. Preparing effective problem statements is an underrated management skill.
Read MoreApps for a Fast Paced, Startup World
by Peter Dragone | Jul 10, 2017 | Planning |
The startup world, as shown on the internet, is awash with questionable Top 10 lists, Top 5 lists and other shortcuts. Consider these apps instead.
Read MoreAirBnB Innovation Beats Stagnation
by Peter Dragone | Jul 3, 2017 | Planning |
AirBnB Innovation: AirBnB has employed artificial intelligence to improve its user interface and increase its conversion rate.
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