PinnedPaul O'BrienFounders, VCs Might Not Like My Sharing This, But They ShouldOne 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, 20232Sep 21, 20232
PinnedPaul O'BrienIt’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, 20231Jan 4, 20231
Paul O'BrienStartups Must Be DisruptiveThe word “disruption” often evokes a sense of upheaval, and for many startup founders, the idea of creating something that dismantles…4d ago4d ago
Paul O'BrienThe 6 Considerations of the Economic Development of StartupsIn my work with cities throughout the world, guiding how to foster entrepreneurship, few realize or fully appreciate that the experiences…Aug 29Aug 29
Paul O'BrienMarketing and Storytelling Manifest a Startup CityThe explosive growth of specific cities throughout the world might be the best evidence of the impact of good old-fashioned marketing. Not…Aug 23Aug 23
Paul O'BrienTime for Sales to ChangeHas the internet forced that it’s time for Sales to change? I think so, but bear with me because I know a lot of successful salespeople…Jul 16Jul 16
Paul O'BrienMedia is Capital: Startup Success Starts with Story and CommunitySee below to register for an interactive online workshop will challenge the traditional startup mindset and show you why media is the new…Jul 1Jul 1
Paul O'BrienThe Most Important Focus about the Future of MediaThe future of media is shaped by several critical considerations, but I had recently, an opportunity to sit with a few notable thought…Jul 1Jul 1
Paul O'BrienThe Personality of your VC Matters, Ask Investors their MBTIIt would seem I struck a bit of a chord the other day, pushing the popular Myers-Briggs personality assessments well beyond the overdone…Jun 28Jun 28
Paul O'BrienThe Myers-Briggs Personality Types that make Ideal Startup AdvisorsIn light of recent research establishing with near certainty that personality traits correlate with success (or failure) as a startup…Jun 27Jun 27