Why is Traction So Squishy?
"Let's talk again when you have a bit more traction" I don't think there is a founder on earth who...
An Open Letter to Google about G Suite
In the spirit of G Suite, I've posted a copy of this letter on Google Docs, open to comments and...
The Three Dimensions of Pain (Points)
Andrew Ackerman of Dreamit discusses the three dimensions of pain points every Startup needs to consider.
The Brutal Economics of Running a Startup Accelerator
Startups, ever wonder what it's like on our side of the curtain? For the past several Julys, I've been going...
The Art Of The Exit: For Non-CEOs
Like most entrepreneurs, I wasn't CEO of my first startup. While I had a fair share of the company, I...
Business Etiquette: 4 Things That Mildly Annoy Me
Every morning I start my day with Dilbert & coffee and one of my favorite secondary characters in that strip...
How Not To Apply To An Accelerator
Since first launching in 2008, Dreamit has received thousands of applications - heck, I've personally reviewed thousands of applications in...
How Not To Take Feedback (Don’t Be This Guy)
Between applications to Dreamit and the many startups who approach me directly, I speak to a lot of entrepreneurs. And,...
That Entrepreneur Hasn’t Got a Prayer
It's a little surprising that entrepreneurs don't pray more. The best entrepreneurs are missionaries, not mercenaries. Even if they are...
I Know What Your Biggest Weakness Is. Do you?
I interview a lot people - applicants to Dreamit's accelerator program, prospective employees, interns, etc. - and one of the...