Starting a business will be one of the toughest challenges you’ll ever face. But if you do it right, it’ll be one of the most rewarding.
In the spirit of transferring knowledge succinctly, allow us to begin with a haiku:
Ideas are frail
Nurture and order prolong
Avoid the pitfalls
“The Dioli brothers helped me start my company, and I’ve referred them to other entrepreneurs. Knowledgeable and easy to work with, these guys are great.”
—Matt Riley, Founder/CEO Swiftype
Taking the plunge is bone-chilling. The initial jolt of adrenaline will last a few hours, days or weeks. Afterward, overcoming doubt and staying motivated quickly become vital for execution.
Yet execution is fueled by motivation. And not only that, execution is effort and hard work. It’s collaboration and accountability.
Poor or lackluster execution can be psychologically devastating. Every stumble, false start, and pivot will send even the most optimistic individuals into hibernation.
Read this eBook. Take a closer look at what it means to start up a company, manage operations, and execute with confidence.
Don’t take the decision to start a business lightly. Expand your knowledge.
“Where was NeverStartupAlone when we opened DiscoverRead bookstore, and blasted through our savings? We lasted three years.”
—Jim Silva, Business Owner
Morgan & David
Over the past 25 years, we’ve worked with a wide range of businesses: from software, Internet, and life sciences to automotive upholstery, heavy equipment rental, and eSports. No matter the business, they all began with an idea, a founding team, and funding.
Some companies experienced runaway growth, leading to successful exits (e.g., Twitter and Avi Networks). Others spent tens and hundreds of millions of dollars only to be shut down and liquidated (e.g., Simbol Mining and SolFocus).
We were there. We attended planning sessions, QBRs, board meetings, executive offsites and sales kickoffs. We also managed the due diligence process for many acquisitions and financing rounds.
We have 50 years of combined experience; ask anything.
Prefer email? You can reach us at mindtheodds@neverstartupalone.com