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When to invest in marketing

"Don't invest in paid marketing" might be one of the most common startup recommendations - but when should you? In this article we'll explore when to invest in marketing and how to avoid losing millions of dollars by setting sequential marketing objectives.

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Why most mobile development projects fail

You just signed a new client. You are excited to work on this new project. It’s technically challenging and financially fulfilling. You’re going to do your absolute best to make this project a success for you and your client. You’re hoping to build your reputation along the way by featuring this client in your…

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Thank You, Arash

It all started with an unexpected email from Paul Graham, the founder of Y Combinator. Paul wrote to say that he liked Dropbox, but for YC to be willing to invest, I needed a co-founder—I couldn’t apply by myself. The policy made sense—great companies tend to be started by great founding teams, not individuals. So who…