11/02/2006

Tech Startup Do's and Don'ts

Here is an interesting list of 30 Lessons From an Early-Stage Startup that includes the following gems:

1. Do demonstrate passion, intelligence, and determination when talking about your ideas.
2. Don’t outsource the prototype...
10. Do be honest about your skills and abilities. If you can’t do something, hire someone that can...
13. Do develop a thick skin for facing rejection.
18. Don’t be worried that someone will steal your ideas. If your idea is great, 8 startups are working on it already.
19. Don’t be intimidated by more established competitors. They’re no more smarter than you think you are...
27. Don’t compromise your ideas based on a “proven” business model...
30. Do build something that users want.
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