Due to the nature of my work I get a chance to interact with many wonderful startups as well as people only thinking of launching their businesses. Because of that I also get a chance to observe and learn how those people work, what problems they face and how they try to solve them. Many new businesses have a tendency to suffer the “big boys disease”, they try to solve their problems the way big companies would. This usually means trying to do things they not only can’t afford but also shouldn’t (Read Full Article)

As a startup you lack the same leverage as an established business. You don’t have a big client base, tens or even hundreds of testimonials, awards, recognition amongst peers, reputation, connections and more. Because of that you have to work really hard to get noticed, treated seriously and considered worthy to be given work. It is an unfortunate reality of every new company. Until you get to a certain level, had worked on a certain amount of projects and enjoy a steady client base, things will (Read Full Article)