Something had to change. As a team of three, 20-something, recent graduates, starting a company, we moved back in with our parents to work remotely. Revenue grew, and now we have the flexibility to work from anywhere – including rock climbing and beach towns. A few employees working remotely might be a good idea for a large company with a central office and an established culture. But is working remotely a good idea for a small startup?...
The best marketers use key performance indicators (KPIs) to track their progress in specific areas, and then use this data to hone in on effective strategies and identify weaknesses that need to be addressed. Now that you know why you need them and what they’re used for, here are the top seven marketing KPIs every entrepreneur should know about. If you don’t know about this metric as an entrepreneur, you’re probably not very experienced....
From the questions regarding his thoughts on apple-tinis to more serious topics like the direction in which the company is heading, more than 10,000 questions were asked by Facebook users prior to his live Q&A. After watching the one-hour-long event, we’ve put compiled some of the best and most interesting things we learned from Mark Zuckerberg’s town hall meeting. Here are the most interesting points from Mark Zuckerberg’s live Q&A: What his goals are for Facebook’s News Feed: Why the company decided to separate messaging into a single, standalone app: His advice to businesses hoping to attract a larger audience on Facebook: On starting Facebook and the importance of having cofounders and a supportive team: Some thoughts on The Social Network: On why he wears the same t-shirt every....
However, it’s best to hone these skills during the planning phases so you don’t get started down the wrong path. Building a business starts with a foundation, just like a house, and skimping on steps or doing them haphazardly can bring the whole empire crumbling down. Learn from the mistakes of others and kickstart your new business the right way. Consider these nine tips for successful businesses and put them into practice immediately....
The report — which surveyed over 1,300 business leaders across a number of countries in Europe, Asia, North America, and South America — also revealed that cybersecurity incidents, like data breaches, would be the second most challenging crisis for companies to deal with. As inflation rates rise to record highs and the US teeters on the edge of a recession, it’s not surprising that business owners have other concerns on their minds....
Called C.H.I.P, it’s an open-source microcomputer created by Oakland, CA-based Next Thing Co. The company is known for hacking and prototyping on Raspberry Pi, and has now designed something similar. While it’s obviously not as powerful as the newest MacBook Pro, the C.H.I.P’s got some crucial essentials, including a USB port, Micro USB port, an audio jack that can double as a video output port, built-in Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4....
The current state of technology in the real estate market is the perfect example. There are hundreds of ways that technology makes it easier to sell homes and gain clients. However, there are also a few ways that it creates confusion. Data Isn’t Always Accurate All anyone can talk about lately is data collection. There are thousands of bytes of data available for companies to translate and use to improve efficiencies and customer relations....
Diagnosing and Monitoring Health We’re in the beginning of what some are calling a ‘digital health revolution.’ It’s the unique convergence of health and technology, and sensors are leading the way. While he may not have called it a digital health revolution, Steve Jobs was once quoted as saying, “I think the biggest innovations of the 21st century will be at the intersection of biology and technology. A new era is beginning....
So as an investor, what do you do? Do you play it safe and invest in industries with less baggage? Or do you take the risk and potentially hit it big before anyone else has jumped on board the cannabis train? As a poker player turned venture capitalist, James Conlon, a partner at Bullpen Capital knows a thing or two about risk. Take a look at our interview below and decide whether or not you want to invest in cannabis....
Getaround app allows users to reserve cars from people nearby their location. Basically. Airbnb for your car. If someone is looking for a car, they can search cars available nearby available instantly. Those registered agree to let any of its screened users rent the car, and every car has to be equipped with a device that lets users unlock the car with their phone. The Series B funding round brings Getaround’s total funding to more than $40 million....
The App Store turns ten next month, and WWDC 2018 is this year’s check-in on the world-changing store, which reels in 500 million visitors a week, as well as other iOS 12 updates, and the latest for WatchOS, TVOS, MacOS, and all the new inter-device updates. Here’s a fast rundown on the latest news from the world of Apple tech software, including what each announcement or feature is and what it means for developers (and consumers) everywhere....
46 Percent Use Digital Voice Assistants A full 46 percent of U.S. adults rely on voice-controlled digital assistants in order to interface with smartphones or other devices. Break those numbers down by age, and the trend looks even larger, as 55 percent of Americans between the ages of 18 and 49 use voice assistants, while only 37 percent of those 50 and above do the same. The trend indicates a future of audio engagement growth....
The company has also fired a Bashir Mohamed, a warehouse worker from Minnesota. It claimed the action was in response to Mohamed failing to follow social distancing guidelines. Mohamed, however, said that in addition to organizing workers to advocate for better working conditions, he had begun pushing for more rigorous cleaning and other measures to protect against the transmission of the coronavirus. He believes his advocacy resulted in his dismissal....
Well, according to a dedicated Apple Reddit thread, friction is proving more than sufficient to keep AirPods in your ears – at least, most of the time. Roughly 17%, or about 1-in-6 have lost one, or both of their AirPods, according to nearly 300 respondents on the thread. Admittedly, that’s still a sizable proportion, especially for a product that retails at $159. But considering everyone believed that users would be misplacing them with alarming regularity at launch, the relatively low proportion of Redditors who’ve lost their AirPods might just prove that the tiny device is easier to keep hold of than initially thought....
But does that mean professional translators may soon be a thing of the past? The answer is: not anytime soon. Translators may have to up their game The advances in translation technology and free apps may mean translators will be taking on more technical work. With apps like Google translate beginning to provide some very basic insight into foreign language text, we’ll have a diminished need for more germane translation....
As a consulting firm that understands change is the only constant in business, Beast is able to assist startups in the early-stage and growth stage of development to make an impact on their industries without having to jump through any hoops. Their mission is to mitigate risk in operating or investing in the early stage for startups worldwide, investors and enterprise across the globe. And they’re pretty serious about it....
The Powerbeats 4, which have been constantly been leaked in recent months, are set to cost $149 have offer a pretty impressive 15 hours of battery life. As ever with Beats headphones, these are designed to only work with iPhones — they even charge using a Lightning cable. Should you buy the Powerbeats 4 or a pair of AirPods? And, will you even be able to buy them given there’s a global pandemic happening at the moment?...
Built-in virtual assistants, virtual reality experiences, and self-driving cars that run over innocent promo robots have all been spotted at CES 2019, which means your commute to work could be a lot more relaxing in just a few years. Take a look at some of the most innovative car technology at CES, including: All technology is smart nowadays. From phones and fridges to thermometers and TVs, touchscreens and virtual assistants have become common parts of everyday technology....
The annual trade show has only been underway for a single day, and we’ve already been treated to some wild advancements in TV tech. From rollable devices that vanish from sight to mammoth, customizable displays that wouldn’t fit on a single wall in your house, attendees have enjoyed incredible innovations nearly every hour. Check out some of the best of the best below, including: Luckily, they do, thanks to the a9 Gen 2 processor....
But when did our addiction to selfies begin, and which phone did it start with? Believe it or not, Apple had nothing to do with it, and was in fact beaten to the punch by other, lesser brands. Apple has, though, gone out of its way to push the “notch” design to accommodate a selfie camera. Depending on your view, this allows the camera to be almost hidden away, or spoils the screen entirely....
