what do you think of videos in the online business marketplace? Our company focuses on creating content for companies to be shared in house or throug socia sites and digital signage. what is the best way to make other companies understand this is the future?

The best way to help any company understand anything about the future is to show how others are using it successfully. Online video is one of the fastest growing areas in digital content and one of the most effective ways to engage audiences, especially around complex or emotionally powerful content. What have your products or services done to make others successful? and how? articulate that effectively and you’ll have companies beating a path to your digital door.

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What do you think of "teaser" landing pages to sign up beta users?

Answered by Benjamin Yoskovitz – Partner, Year One Labs

I think they work to attract people and get people signed up. There's a bit of fatigue already with them and making them or attempting to make them viral, but they do work.... (more)

What do you think of all the IPOs - are we in a bubble? Will all of this impact new, early stage startups over the next year?

Answered by Matt Meeker – Co-founder of Meetup.com

Sorry everyone, I'm out of time with this question but will try to finish up the rest very soon! Thanks for all the great questions! On this one, Steve Blank has convince... (more)

What % of a company do you think a CEO should receive as part of his/her compensation package? Assuming they are not part of the founding team? And, what % do you think fou...

Answered by Robin Axon – Partner, Mantella Venture Partners

The biggest question that i'd ask in this scenario is how much more capital do you think the company will require prior to exit (or being independent of traditional venture... (more)

What do you think of the Groupon Model? Where do you think the internet is taking us for the future? Thank again!

Answered by Dan Martell – Founder & Investor. Posted in Lessons

I love Groupon (especially Andrew the founder). As for their model, I think you'll see it evolve over time. They just recently release personalization which is just the b... (more)

What do you think of social media consultants? Does it makes sense for a start up? Is it best to learn how social media works really well for YOUR business?

Answered by Laura Fitton – Founder, oneforty.com

Same thing I think of lawyers, accountants, marketing consultants, etc. You're building a team of the people you think can MOST move the needle for the stage your startup i... (more)

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