Most companies overlook the most basic of all training functions: the onboarding of new employees into their corporate culture. Jay Samit basiccompanycorporate Change image and share on social
Whether by design or circumstance, every startup will eventually get disrupted. Jay Samit circumstancedesigndisrupt Change image and share on social
You don't need to be an engineer or a tech person to benefit from technology. You can hire them. Jay Samit benefitengineerhire Change image and share on social
It doesn't matter how good your product solution is if users don't enjoy or understand how to use it. Jay Samit enjoygoodmatter Change image and share on social
Instead of focusing the traditional planning cycles where companies benchmark their businesses against existing competition, teams need to be developed to foster internal change and disruption. Self-disruption is akin to undergoing major surgery, but you are the one holding the scalpel. Jay Samit akinbenchmarkbusiness share on social
Startups are now creating specialized 3-D printers capable of producing everything from synthetic hamburgers to multi-story apartment buildings. Jay Samit apartmentbuildingcapable Change image and share on social
State funds, private equity, venture capital, and institutional lending all have their role in the lifecycle of a high tech startup, but angel capital is crucial for first-time entrepreneurs. Angel investors provide more than just cash; they bring years of expertise as both founders of businesses and as seasoned investors. Jay Samit angelbringcapital share on social
A successful entrepreneur is one who recognizes her blind spots. You may be the world's best engineer, but you probably have never run a 10-person sales force. You may be a brilliant marketer, but how do you structure a cap table? Jay Samit blindbrilliantcap share on social
You need to begin to network with angels and VCs while you are still ideating. It is easier to ask someone you know for funding than a stranger. Build your financial network by attending as many industry functions and reaching out for advice from experts online. Jay Samit adviceangelattend share on social
There is no better feeling than doing well while you are doing good. If you really want to meet the nicest, most caring people in your field, get involved with charity work. The thankless hours that go into planning charity dinners, running a carnival, and gathering donations for silent auctions are noticed and appreciated. Jay Samit appreciateauctioncare share on social