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Luke Sykora, Stanford University

Is Government Funding Good for Your Startup?

Growing ventures don't need to shy away from public funds. But they should consider how a government partnership will affect longterm growth.

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Luke Sykora, Stanford University

Building a Diverse Startup from Day One

Harness the power of diversity in your organization. When you start pursuing a new venture, consider how you network, hire, promote and even build an office.

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Mike Peña, Stanford University

Four Mantras to Help You Move Past Fear

Practice recognizing the difference between fear and risk assessment.

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Tina Seelig, Stanford University

Never Miss an Opportunity to be Fabulous

Take every opportunity to be 1% better at something every day.

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Tina Seelig, Stanford University

Tip Your Hat to Your Team

Practice bringing unique perspectives to the table. A difference of opinion is often the key to successful teams.

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Tina Seelig, Stanford University

The Dance of Negotiation

Negotiation can be learned through practice. Look for small ways to use your negotiating skills every day.

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Tina Seelig, Stanford University

Seven Secrets for Successful Interviews

Own your story. Practice articulating how you've learned from the past.

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Tina Seelig, Stanford University

The Upside of Quitting

Challenge your perspective. Reframe dead ends as data points.

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Alice LaPlante, Writer

Choosing the “Right” Experiment for Uncertain and Complex Markets

Knowing which experimentation method to choose for your startup’s particular market and circumstances can make the difference between success and failure.

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Mike Peña, Stanford University

Why Africa is Fertile Ground for Tech Entrepreneurs

Burst your own bubble. Be part of an emerging ecosystem.

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Mike Peña, Stanford University

What’s Your Tolerance For Risk?

Decide how much you’re willing to risk before taking the next step. The right role will bring out your full potential.

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Alice LaPlante, Writer

Beyond the Basics of Lean Startup

Dig deeper into lean startup principles by focusing on fixing bottlenecks and codifying lessons learned.

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