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Founders, VCs Might Not Like My Sharing This, But They Should

One of the more challenging skills to help develop in a founder, is being able to discern b.s. from experienced and valid advice. As you…

Sep 21, 2023

Founders, VCs Might Not Like My Sharing This, But They Should

Sep 21, 2023

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It’s never as easy as it looks.

I lost $50,000, more or less, on a business started in my 20s. Hurt a lot. I’m now 4d-ahem and finding peace with success. Lessons…

Jan 4, 2023

Jan 4, 2023

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Using ChatGPT for Your Startup’s Success

Imagine having a tireless, ever-learning partner in your startup journey — one that adapts to your style, anticipates your needs, and…

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Using ChatGPT for Your Startup’s Success

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The Unfair Advantage: 10 Books Every Founder Needs Because Marketing, Teams, and Persuasion Matter…

Success in startups, initial funding, and traction, don’t come from ideas and MVPs — it’s built on the pillars of marketing, team-building…

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The Unfair Advantage: 10 Books Every Founder Needs Because Marketing, Teams, and Persuasion Matter…

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Puerto Rico: The Crossroads of U.S. Access, Global Innovation, and Island Resilience for Startups

Puerto Rico’s history is one of resilience, adaptation, and strategic importance. As a U.S. territory since 1898, Puerto Rico enjoys a…

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Puerto Rico: The Crossroads of U.S. Access, Global Innovation, and Island Resilience for Startups

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Does Early Marketing Hurt Startups? Why Founders Should Think Differently

Some founders wonder whether starting marketing too soon could hurt their startup’s focus. Could it take attention away from refining the…

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Does Early Marketing Hurt Startups? Why Founders Should Think Differently

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Make America Texas Again

The story of the Alamo is one etched into the American consciousness, a tale of courage and defiance against overwhelming odds that has…

Nov 12

Make America Texas Again

Nov 12

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When Founders Need Referrals to Meet Investors, Fix This About Your Startup Ecosystem

In a well-functioning startup ecosystem, founders should know who their potential investors are and how to connect with them. In a…

Nov 8

When Founders Need Referrals to Meet Investors, Fix This About Your Startup Ecosystem

Nov 8

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10 Policies Proven to Turn Cities into Startup Powerhouses

Cities play a critical role in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. With startups and small businesses the key drivers of economic…

Nov 7

10 Policies Proven to Turn Cities into Startup Powerhouses

Nov 7

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How the 2025 White House Could Shape a Bold Economy for Startups and Innovators

With the dust still settling, I thought I’d wade into a precarious subject because I believe this Presidential election and the outcome…

Nov 7

How the 2025 White House Could Shape a Bold Economy for Startups and Innovators

Nov 7

Paul O'Brien

Paul O'Brien

CEO of MediaTech Ventures, CMO to #VC, #Startup Advisor. I get you funded. Father, marketer, author, #Austin. @seobrien & @AccelerateTexas. https://seobrien.com

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