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Ten Geek Business Myths

Posted by ryuzaki0 on from the it-ain't-busted-until-i-see-kari dept.

hpcanswers writes "Venture capitalist Ron Garret has posted a list of eleven (despite the title) common mistakes entrepreneurs with a technology background make. A common theme is that good ideas sell; in reality, what a customer wants sells. By extension, having a Ph.D. and holding a patent are not particularly helpful if the intended end-user does not have the same level of understanding of the widget as the creator does."

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  1. One obvious omission... by terrahertz · · Score: 4, Funny

    ...use soap, water, and deodorant liberally.

    You can let yourself slide back in to the "code daily, shower monthly" schedule after that seven-figure VC check is in the bank, k?

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  2. Myth #11 by Siener · · Score: 4, Funny

    Blogs are a good source of business advice

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    1. Re:Myth #11 by RealGrouchy · · Score: 5, Funny
      [Myth #11:] Blogs are a good source of business advice

      Why should I believe you? Do you have a Ph.D?

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