by Hans van Putten | Nov 28, 2017 | Just-Saying
Sweat equity, the non-monetary contribution that team members make starting a new business, is often presumed but seldom well calculated. Founders with substantial shareholdings need not concern themselves, but other team members would be well served to break out...
by Hans van Putten | Nov 1, 2017 | Just-Saying
Founder or Co-Founder. These are coveted titles, ones that call to mind famous names like Gates and Allen, or Jobs and Wozniak. I’ve seen many an entrepreneur obsess over this designation, whether on a website, business card or closing document. It’s a...
by Hans van Putten | Jul 12, 2017 | Just-Saying
The casual reader will look at articles describing Nestle’s recent investment in Freshly and get no further than the intended message: “The $240 billion global conglomerate has invested in an emerging, US meal-kit delivery startup!” It’s all...
by Hans van Putten | Jul 9, 2017 | Just-Saying
Small business tax reform. It’s a popular rallying cry. “The Washington Examiner” article by Tim Click (below) is one business owner’s reasoned take on the subject. I may not agree with all the author’s points but to elaborate further...
by Hans van Putten | Jul 8, 2017 | Just-Saying
Did I mention that I read some entrepreneurial advice that changed my life? The article in question reminded me to floss after every airline meal. That advice did wonders for my dental hygiene, bolstered my self confidence, even helped me land a new job. Thank...
by Hans van Putten | Jul 5, 2017 | Just-Saying
I’m not a fan of top 10 lists, as they are what I resort to when I don’t feel like writing something more involved or thoughtful. Top 5 lists are my fallback when I don’t even have the energy to whip up a full list of ten. I am particularly...
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