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Which options do I have to monetize desktop application like TweetDeck

I build desktop application that is integration between Twitter / facebook/ picasa / (can be others ) on speed (build with c++ not AIR). It is build first for my use . but then people liked it and...

asked Aug 2 '11 at 16:21
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Meir
238 points

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How should we allocate shares given staggered involvement?

I have an idea I'd like to implement. I've done a bit of work to get together a proof of concept and it works pretty well. I think the potential is great, so much so that I've become a bit obsessed...

asked Oct 18 '11 at 20:27
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Mark Silberbauer
8 points

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Convincing a customer about a right decision

Just had an experience in my startup about a customer in my software start up. I develop server based software products for the past year and have a few customers for the same. A new customer came...

asked Jan 10 '12 at 12:41
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Muthu
159 points

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4 Answers
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Does one man startup require signing any legal documents?

Ok, let say. I have created a web based application, registered a domain name, and hosted it on the Internet. Can I say it's a one man startup? If not, then: What will it be if I just host my app...

asked Apr 16 '12 at 17:25
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Anon
6 points

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Can a bank account accept checks written to two different business names?

Is it possible for a bank account to accept checks written to two different parts of an LLC? For example, I have ABC LLC, which operates at ABC.com, and I accept checks using both the ABC and ABC...

asked Aug 23 '12 at 05:55
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Nickelpickle
55 points

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3 Answers
2.4K Views
What stock photo site allow using for website templates?

I'm tending to use some stockphotos to sell (like RocketTheme, ThemeForest). But I'm not sure what stock photo service is the best in this case that allow me using photos for templates. Could you...

asked Aug 9 '11 at 10:44
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Matthew
6 points

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Is there an alternative to a non-compete in California?

I have a new business idea and am talking to consultants and potential employees. I would like to get these people under non-disclosure / non-competes. However, both the other company and I reside...

asked Nov 29 '11 at 09:47
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Brianb
21 points

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Angel Investors: Exit Strategy = We plan to IPO

How bad (or good) is it to say something like, "We plan to exit via an IPO" on exit strategy to an angel investor?

asked Jul 13 '12 at 10:41
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Yos
6 points

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Can I start a company in India while working in the USA on an H1B?

Can I start an internet-based company in India, while working in the USA on an H1B visa? Will I be able to incorporate in India and pay taxes? Is it allowed? What are my options?

asked Jul 20 '11 at 23:14
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Ravi
6 points

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What specific metrics should I collect as I'm monitoring an early stage web startup?

I'm looking to measure performance of a web-service, and collect meaningful information. What metrics should I be looking for, in order to measure how well the startup is doing? What have you used...

asked Feb 22 '12 at 03:57
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Blueberryfields
426 points

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License model for University/Colleges

We have a product that is sold to schools as a site license. It is used by teachers and students alike. We found that entry was a lot easier when the purchasing process was perceived as simple and...

asked Jun 8 '12 at 08:54
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Jez
6 points

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3 Answers
3.42K Views
How much equity + salary should a Technical CoFounder get?

I am unable to decide how much should I get by reading the meta thread about equity hence I am asking it here. I got offer as a technical partner in one web based start-up from two business guys...

asked Mar 26 '13 at 19:08
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Abhijit Navale
245 points

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3.41K Views
How to define your target market on a broad service?

One of the main reasons I've joined is to learn how I can best push a open-source product I've worked on with the occasional help of others over the years. Approach is most capable as a SaaS...

asked Feb 26 '14 at 20:48
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Garet Claborn
324 points

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Marketing ERP products to education institutions

Looking for people to share you experiences in marketing an ERP product in the education space(schools/colleges/universities). What challenges you faced and how did you overcome them ?

asked Oct 25 '09 at 15:45
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Kabir
96 points

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A-2-Z web hosting on Amazon AWS

All, I am studying web dvp, and one of my classes is project-based. We have to build a functional site that demonstrate our understanding of: HTML, CSS, Javascript, php, MySQL, And potentially...

asked May 4 '10 at 00:19
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J Delage
277 points

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Knowing what PPC keywords your competitors are using

I was checking out www.keywordcompetitor.com and they claim they can tell you what keywords your competitors are using in their PPC campaigns and organic listings. They can also monitor every move...

asked Jul 20 '10 at 05:40
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Tony Henrich
85 points

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3.23K Views
Help with Website

I'm working on a product that is set to launch in a few months and need to hire a web designer for our site. I've never done this before so I need help. The details for whats needed on the site are...

asked Jul 29 '10 at 22:29
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Tanvir Chowdhury
165 points

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When should a startup ask employees to sign NDA?

There are lots of contradictory opinions on signing (or not signing) an NDA. The position on this mostly depends on the point of view: is it an employee's point of view or an employer's one. In...

asked Oct 2 '10 at 18:23
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Rem
352 points

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3.84K Views
Advertising - Yard Signs

I found a few places online that sell yard signs for advertising in neighborhoods (you usually see these signs for political ads, yard services, etc) and I was curious if anyone has a good...

asked Oct 28 '10 at 04:33
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Whoiskb
183 points

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Startup Employee Equity Agreements

Is a one-year cliff with no accelerated vesting typical?

asked May 20 '11 at 03:53
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User7991
6 points