Category Archives: Startups
Why Startups Need Great Content
For startups, attracting the spotlight can be a major challenge. Without large marketing budgets and an army of people to spread the word, it can be a struggle to get anyone to pay attention to a startup, even if it … Continue reading
Too Many “Little Startups” Getting Funded?
“Little startups are ridiculously overfunded. The market is ridiculously overcrowded with early stage investors. This results in a talent drain, where the best talent gets diffused and work for their own startups.” – Sean Parker speaking at the Techonomy conference … Continue reading
Good Times Ahead for Canadian VCs and Startups?
Is the Canadian venture capital roaring back to health? Are the waters getting warmer for Canadian startups seeking capital? If you’re a glass half-full person, there’s reason to be optimistic about venture capital activity in Canada. According to the Canadian … Continue reading
Has Bootstrapping Become Under-appreciated?
As a growing number of start-ups attract financing, it is difficult not to get the impression it represents a major accomplishment or victory. When a start-up announces that it has completed a deal, it is cause for celebration and congratulations from … Continue reading
Are We in Lust With Startups?
Everywhere you turn these days, startups are in the news. Justin Bieber and Leonardo DiCaprio are into startups. American Express plans to invest $100-million into startups, while OMERS is investing $180-million in startups at a time when Canadian pension and institutional investors … Continue reading
Kobo: Canada’s Big Startup Success Story
Kobo is an interesting creature. It is one of the world’s leading e-reading platforms but it doesn’t get as much attention for being one of Canada’s most successful start-ups. Launched by Indigo Books & Music into a competitive market, Kobo … Continue reading
