Startup founders don’t talk about it, but one of the worst, most damaging uses of your time as an entrepreneur is dedicating yourself to a good startup idea. Wait, what? How could a good startup idea be a waste of time? A good startup idea will show you just enough promise and progress to keep […]

I used to think that the best ideas came to fruition while you’re taking a shower, going for a run, or tipsy from a glass of wine. I’ve come to realize, however, that these moments are just the beginning: the seeds before the tree starts to grow. This reminds me of when I first learned […]

When Zoe Barry’s brother was diagnosed with severe epilepsy, her family had to struggle to secure the specialized medications he needed. After hearing similar stories from other people dealing with the country’s complicated healthcare system, she soon realized that their situation was far from unique. She decided to transform her frustration into action. Barry was […]

How To Be A UX Designer An excellent UX or UI designer is always in demand. Companies are constantly on the lookout for digital designers who get it: They know how a product should feel (UX), as well as how the product should be laid out (UI). Nabbing one of these coveted positions requires more […]

Did you ever hear that adage about our people being our greatest asset? Sounds kind of corny, right? It also happens to be true. But how do you keep good employees happy, motivated, and performing at their best? How do they become loyal enough to say no when headhunters start calling? How do you get […]

At SeedInvest, entrepreneurs constantly pitch us their latest business ideas and plans. These pitches come in the form of emails, executive summaries, PowerPoint presentations, videos, tweets, and sometimes 30-second elevator speeches in between or leaving events. As a founder, having an effective pitch is the gateway to a sit-down meeting with an angel investor or […]

Entrepreneurs often learn as they go along. After all, there are certain aspects of running a business you can only understand if you have first-hand experience. But when it comes to creating and managing a budget, if you’re not prepared, it can end up being extremely detrimental to your businesses. “Budgeting is one of the […]