David DeWolf
Posts from David DeWolf on entrepreneurship, his experience as an angel investor and board member, and important lessons he has learned that fellow entrepreneurs should heed.
We’ve all heard it said that it’s “who you know, not what you know.” In many ways, I have found that statement to be fairly accurate. While a relationship may…
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You have a great idea. No revenue, a little cash you borrowed from Mom, and a minimalistic product at best. You’ve decided to “give this a go.” You’re going to…
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There are two types of strategy. You can compete to be better, or you can compete by being different. Which one have you chosen? Companies that compete on the basis…
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Seth Godin proposes that “great design = getting people to do what you want.” Good designs get people to do what you want, while great designs get people to ask…
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If you want do business, be easy to do business with. Startups, by their very nature, aren’t easy to do business with. They are a risky proposition. They don’t have…
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The news of Jeff Bezos’ acquisition of the Washington Post for $250M has created a flurry of prognostication about the impact Bezos will have on the DC newspaper. The more…
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A business without revenue isn’t much of a business. This little bit of common sense seems to be missing from a growing number of business leaders. Following the success of…
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It’s OK to walk away from a prospect. Revenue is not the king it’s made out to be. Here are 3 reasons why every business should say no to a…
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Experience matters. It is difficult enough for a first-time CEO to learn how to lead and manage all facets of a business as it grows. To do so without the…
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The best team wins. Period. The most talented individuals don’t always win. The best strategy doesn’t always win. The most innovative product won’t always win. But in my experience, the…
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