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Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
10 hours ago

We Built a 7-Figure Business Without a Single Investor - Here's Why Saying No to VC Was Our Smartest Move | Entrepreneur

Bootstrapping enabled Prepory to grow into a seven-figure, global college admissions company with nearly 100 employees and 14,000 students without outside investors.
fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago

Meta's marketing chief says early-stage startups shouldn't create one kind of team - the CEO needs to take charge

Startups often make the mistake of hiring a growth team far too soon, said Meta's chief marketing officer, Alex Schultz. Schultz, speaking on an episode of the "Twenty Minute VC" podcast published Saturday, said that founders often rush to delegate growth when it should be their top priority. At companies with only a few hundred employees, the entire team should be focused on driving growth - not a specialized unit.
Growth hacking
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 days ago

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang sent research reports on Sundays to SoundHound's CEO for feedback-an unusual ritual that helped grow the $5 billion AI firm

A decade-long mentorship and regular research exchanges with Jensen Huang helped transform SoundHound from a Stanford dorm idea into a $5.4 billion AI voice company.
Marketing
fromForbes
1 week ago

The Hidden Domain Tax: How Weak Names Quietly Hold Back Growth

A clunky or weak domain name quietly reduces conversions and trust, compounding into significant customer and revenue loss across marketing and growth funnels.
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Why Every Entrepreneur Needs an Exit Mindset from Day One | Entrepreneur

After three decades in capital markets and entrepreneurial ventures, I've learned one hard truth: Most founders wait too long to think about their exit. They're focused on growing the business, product-market fit, hiring the right people or raising their next round, and understandably so. But here's the reality: The companies that scale, endure and lead are the ones built with the end in mind.
Startup companies
#funding
fromBerlin Startup Jobs
3 weeks ago

Job Vacancy: Founders Associate - Growth (m/w/d) // GAIA | Marketing & Communications, Sales Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs

GAIA is transforming the legal industry through AI, streamlining legal work, and supporting legal professionals in achieving enhanced efficiency and effectiveness.
Tech industry
#entrepreneurship
fromFortune
3 weeks ago
Coffee

A millennial couple grew their side hustle into a business bringing in $4.5 million a year-here's how the cofounder would start it again, with nothing

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
Coffee

A millennial couple grew their side hustle into a business bringing in $4.5 million a year-here's how the cofounder would start it again, with nothing

Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Elon Musk's DOGE threw government contracts into chaos. This startup is cashing in.

Legalist has significantly increased financing for government contractors struggling with payment delays.
Startup companies
fromBerlin Startup Jobs
1 month ago

Job Vacancy: Late Co-Founder - Head of Sales & Go-To-Market // Fuchsjobs | Sales, Seeking Co-Founders Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs

Fuchsjobs seeks a sales-driven co-founder to enhance its tech recruiting platform's growth and efficiency.
fromFortune
1 month ago

Exclusive: $2.1B business travel startup Engine appoints a CFO

Melamud stated, "In my 16 years of investing, I had never come across such an enormous TAM (total addressable market) of greenfield opportunity," highlighting the potential for growth in unmanaged travel bookings.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Lina Khan points to Figma IPO as vindication of M&A scrutiny | TechCrunch

Khan argued the IPO is "a great reminder that letting startups grow into independently successful businesses, rather than be bought up by existing giants, can generate enormous value."
US politics
#techcrunch-disrupt-2025
Productivity
fromLeerob
1 month ago

5 things I learned from 5 years at Vercel | Lee Robinson

Passion without boundaries can lead to burnout; establishing a support system is essential for work-life balance.
#ai
Boston
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

TC All Stage launches in Boston today | TechCrunch

Today's TechCrunch All Stage event in Boston offers practical insights and networking for startups, highlighting key strategies for growth and innovation.
fromForbes
1 month ago

How Startups Can Win The Digital Marketing Talent War

Entrepreneurs chasing rapid growth often pour energy into product-market fit, scaling strategies, and fundraising. But there's an unspoken truth in the digital age: None of that matters if your marketing talent can't match the speed of your ambition.
Marketing
#techcrunch
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago
Growth hacking

At TechCrunch All Stage 2025, Rob Biederman will help founders rethink how to scale | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
3 months ago
Growth hacking

At TechCrunch All Stage 2025, Rob Biederman will help founders rethink how to scale | TechCrunch

#venture-capital
Marketing
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Insight Partners' Nikki Parker shares how pr powers your scaling at TC All Stage | TechCrunch

PR and marketing attract investors, customers, and talent for startups.
fromHackernoon
2 years ago

How We Grew Our SaaS to $6K MRR Organically in 10 Months Without Burning Cash | HackerNoon

In May 2023, Olympia, an AI-powered assistant service for solopreneurs, began with a minimal viable product (MVP) aimed at supporting small teams without large marketing budgets.
Startup companies
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Where in Germany are the most startups being launched?

Germany has witnessed a surge in startups with 1,500 new companies established in the first half of 2025, a 9% increase over the previous six months.
European startups
Venture
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

General Catalyst gave a legal tech startup $75 million to go company shopping. It just made its first purchase.

Eudia crosses $10 million in annual revenue and makes its first acquisition, enhancing its legal service offerings.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Rob Biederman join the stage at All Stage 2025 | TechCrunch

Founders face numerous challenges beyond capital, including talent and execution, which TechCrunch All Stage 2025 aims to address.
Growth hacking
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Jon McNeill brings the operator's playbook to TC All Stage | TechCrunch

Founders should prioritize validating product-market fit before aggressive scaling to ensure sustainable success.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

The Growth Driver You Can't Track But Can't Afford to Ignore | Entrepreneur

Some of your most important growth moments? You'll never see them coming - and you'll never be able to track them.
Growth hacking
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 months ago

AI Agents Are Too Cheap for Our Own Good

Zhang's startup focuses on growth over profitability, leveraging substantial venture capital funding.
AI pricing may not reflect true value, indicating a potential market mismatch.
fromHackernoon
5 years ago

Why Product-Driven Teams Ship, and Engineering-Led Ones Stall | HackerNoon

Technology must align with customer needs, serving as an enabler for business objectives. A product-led approach prevents the creation of solutions that may be technically impressive but commercially irrelevant.
Growth hacking
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago

In other news this week: Donkey Republic appoints new CEO, Atmen raises 5M, & more

After nearly three years as CEO of Donkey Republic, I have decided to step down. This has been my own decision, and earlier this year, I began a constructive dialogue with the Chairperson of the Board to plan a smooth transition.
European startups
European startups
fromTNW | Ecosystems
3 months ago

European software sector at critical 'inflection point,' warns McKinsey

European software companies take longer to reach significant revenue growth compared to US firms, highlighting growth challenges despite having potential.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

6 Hidden Costs of Scaling Your Business Too Quickly | Entrepreneur

Rapid scaling can lead to hidden costs that may jeopardize long-term growth.
Founders must prepare their operations and culture before scaling quickly.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Jeffrey Katzenberg bets big on AI video ads with a $15.5 million investment in Creatify

Jeffrey Katzenberg invests in Creatify, an innovative AI video ad platform, reflecting a shift towards AI-driven advertising solutions.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Rillet raises $25M from Sequoia to automate general ledger systems using AI | TechCrunch

Rillet uses AI to revolutionize general ledger systems for medium-sized companies, significantly speeding up financial reporting.
Investment in new general ledger software is risky but can yield high rewards, as demonstrated by Rillet's growth.
Growth hacking
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Rob Biederman join the stage at All Stage 2025 | TechCrunch

TechCrunch All Stage 2025 offers insights and strategies for startup growth, focusing on talent and execution beyond just product or capital.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

How to Build the Ultimate Partner Network for Your Startup | Entrepreneur

Strategic partnerships significantly enhance growth potential, expanding market reach and reducing time-to-market for startups.
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago

What to Know Before Investing in a Pre-IPO Company | Entrepreneur

Late-stage private companies have become increasingly important to investors, with opportunities in pre-IPO investing now more visible and accessible than ever before.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Why OpenAI wanted to buy Cursor but opted for the fast-growing Windsurf | TechCrunch

Anysphere, maker of AI coding assistant Cursor, is growing so quickly, it's not in the market to be sold, even to OpenAI, a source close to the company tells TechCrunch.
Artificial intelligence
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago

How to Win New Clients - Without Any Sales Experience | Entrepreneur

Founders must adopt a sales framework to transform their businesses and build strong client relationships, even if they aren't comfortable with sales.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago

15 DIY SEO Strategies That Boosted My Startup's Visibility | Entrepreneur

Building a startup without funding requires mastering diverse skills, including SEO, to enhance growth and visibility.
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