Showing items tagged startup-mistakes. Show All
Biggest Mistakes: Why Birchbox Says Timing Is Everything
When the grooming-products subscription service went looking for funding, it may have been too soon, says co-founder Katia Beauchamp. Here’s a better strategy.
Posted: March 25, 2013, 3:00 PM
Biggest Mistakes: How Ginger + Liz Learned to Play Nice With Vendors
When the nail-polish making duo Ginger Johnson and Liz Pickett began their production efforts, finding the right vendors to work with was easier said than done. Here’s why having a plan B can mean...
Posted: March 11, 2013, 3:00 PM
Branding’s Cardinal Sins: 3 Common Mistakes to Avoid
In launching a new company, resist the urge to be overly creative and dull when dreaming up your brand name. See our list of branding's cardinal sins.
Posted: March 11, 2013, 12:30 PM
Biggest Mistakes: What Artsicle Learned from Its First Hire
When co-founders Scott Carleton and Alex Tryon of the art-rental and purchase platform needed help around the office, they soon learned that preparation and clarity are key in hiring employees.
Posted: March 4, 2013, 3:00 PM
Biggest Mistakes: Skillshare on Knowing Your Strengths — And Weaknesses
When the education-sharing platform began hiring employees, making benefits decisions soon became a priority. But co-founder Michael Karnjanaprakorn now says he should have left that task up to a...
Posted: February 25, 2013, 3:00 PM
Biggest Mistakes: Paperless Post on the Need for Speed
When the invitation maker first started up, the focus was on creating perfection. Co-founder Alexa Hirschfeld now says she would have done things differently.
Posted: February 18, 2013, 3:00 PM