Walker Twitter Highlights: May 6th – 19th

by Scott Edward Walker on May 20th, 2013

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past two weeks and a couple of blog-related tweets.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

 

Continue Reading »

“We’re All in This Together”

by Scott Edward Walker on May 18th, 2013

“People often say that motivation doesn’t last.  Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed: Tim O’Reilly

by Scott Edward Walker on May 17th, 2013

Tim O'Reilly v2

Continue Reading »

“It’s About How Hard You Can Get Hit and Keep Moving Forward”

by Scott Edward Walker on May 11th, 2013

“People often say that motivation doesn’t last.  Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed: Dick Costolo

by Scott Edward Walker on May 10th, 2013

Dick Costolo

Continue Reading »

Walker Twitter Highlights: April 22nd – May 5th

by Scott Edward Walker on May 6th, 2013

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past two weeks and a few blog-related tweets.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

 

Continue Reading »

Words of Wisdom From Fred Wilson

by Scott Edward Walker on May 3rd, 2013

fred wilson

To Our Clients & Friends: Welcome to our weekly series “Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed.”  Each week, we post a short video of a successful entrepreneur, investor or business leader on a variety of topics.

Continue Reading »

Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs: “Screw ‘Em, This Is Your Time”

by Scott Edward Walker on April 27th, 2013

“People often say that motivation doesn’t last.  Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

Words of Wisdom from Peter Thiel and Reid Hoffman

by Scott Edward Walker on April 25th, 2013

Peter Thiel

Reid Hoffman v3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Continue Reading »

Walker Twitter Highlights: April 8th – 21st

by Scott Edward Walker on April 22nd, 2013

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past two weeks and a couple of blog-related tweets.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

 

Continue Reading »

“Don’t Be Afraid to Fail” (via Arnold Schwarzenegger)

by Scott Edward Walker on April 21st, 2013

Arnold v2

“If I would have listened to the naysayers, I would still be in the Austrian Alps yodeling.” – Arnold Schwarzenegger

Continue Reading »

“Success Is Guaranteed to Those Who Want It Badly Enough”

by Scott Edward Walker on April 13th, 2013

“People often say that motivation doesn’t last.  Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

More Words of Wisdom from Elon Musk

by Scott Edward Walker on April 11th, 2013

 To Our Clients & Friends: Welcome to our weekly series “Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip of a successful entrepreneur, investor or business leader on a variety of topics.  This week, we again present Elon Musk, a brilliant entrepreneur and the co-founder of PayPal, SpaceX, SolarCity and Tesla Motors.

Continue Reading »

Walker Twitter Highlights: March 25th – April 7th

by Scott Edward Walker on April 8th, 2013

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past two weeks.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

Continue Reading »

Walker Twitter Highlights: March 10th – 24th

by Scott Edward Walker on March 25th, 2013

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past two weeks and a couple of blog-related tweets.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

 

Continue Reading »

Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs: “He’s Paying His Dues. When Have You Paid Yours?”

by Scott Edward Walker on March 22nd, 2013

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

Words of Wisdom from Seth Godin

by Scott Edward Walker on March 20th, 2013

Continue Reading »

Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs: “I Felt Proud”

by Scott Edward Walker on March 15th, 2013

“People often say that motivation doesn’t last.  Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

Walker Twitter Highlights: February 25th – March 10th

by Scott Edward Walker on March 11th, 2013

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past two weeks and a few blog-related tweets.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

 

Continue Reading »

“We Would Sleep on the Desk and Use a Dictionary as a Pillow”

by Scott Edward Walker on March 8th, 2013

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

More Words of Wisdom from Mark Zuckerberg

by Scott Edward Walker on March 7th, 2013

Continue Reading »

“If I Can Do It, So Can Many, Many Others”

by Scott Edward Walker on March 1st, 2013

“People often say that motivation doesn’t last.  Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

Walker Twitter Highlights: February 12th – 24th

by Scott Edward Walker on February 25th, 2013

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past two weeks and a few blog-related tweets.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

 

Continue Reading »

“If I Fail, I Try Again and Again and Again…It’s Not the End”

by Scott Edward Walker on February 22nd, 2013

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed: Recruiting 101 (via Greg Brockman of Stripe)

by Scott Edward Walker on February 21st, 2013


To Our Clients & Friends: Welcome to our weekly series “Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed.”  Each week, we share a favorite video of a successful entrepreneur, investor or business leader on a variety of topics.  This week, we present Greg Brockman, founding engineer at Stripe and a smart, young entrepreneur.

Continue Reading »

“If You Just Try and Be Stubborn About Trying, You Can Do What You Set Your Mind To” (via Sonia Sotomayor)

by Scott Edward Walker on February 15th, 2013

Continue Reading »

More Words of Wisdom from Jeff Bezos

by Scott Edward Walker on February 14th, 2013

To Our Clients & Friends: Welcome to our weekly series “Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed.”  Each week, we post a favorite video clip of a successful entrepreneur, investor or business leader on a variety of topics.  This week, we again present Jeff Bezos, the founder and CEO of Amazon.com and a truly extraordinary entrepreneur.

Continue Reading »

Walker Twitter Highlights: January 28th – February 11th

by Scott Edward Walker on February 12th, 2013

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past two weeks and a blog-related tweet.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

 

Continue Reading »

“Effort Is Between You and You” (via Ray Lewis)

by Scott Edward Walker on February 1st, 2013

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

Walker Twitter Highlights: January 14th – 27th

by Scott Edward Walker on January 28th, 2013

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past two weeks and a few blog-related tweets.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

 

Continue Reading »

Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs: “We Are the Lucky Ones”

by Scott Edward Walker on January 25th, 2013

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

More Words of Wisdom from Steve Jobs

by Scott Edward Walker on January 23rd, 2013

To Our Clients & Friends: Welcome to our weekly series “Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed.”  Each week, we post a short video of a successful entrepreneur, investor or business leader on a variety of topics.

This week, we again present Steve Jobs in this brief, powerful clip for entrepreneurs.  I hope you enjoy it.  Cheers, Scott

“The Harder You Work, the Luckier You Get”

by Scott Edward Walker on January 18th, 2013

“People often say that motivation doesn’t last.  Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

Walker Twitter Highlights: December 31st – January 13th

by Scott Edward Walker on January 14th, 2013

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past two weeks and a few blog-related tweets.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

 

Continue Reading »

Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs: “Being the Person with the Least Fear at the Table” (via 50 Cent)

by Scott Edward Walker on January 11th, 2013

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”

Continue Reading »

Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed: David Kelly

by Scott Edward Walker on January 10th, 2013

To Our Clients & Friends: Welcome to our weekly series “Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed.”  Each week, we share a favorite video of a successful entrepreneur, investor or business leader on a variety of topics.  This week, we present David Kelly, the Chairman and Co-founder of IDEO, the Donald W. Whittier Professor at Stanford University, a long-time friend and colleague of Steve Jobs, and a creative genius.

Continue Reading »

“You Gotta Want to Be Successful So Bad that You Forget to Eat” (via Jeremy Lin)

by Scott Edward Walker on January 4th, 2013

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

Top Ten Posts in 2012

by Scott Edward Walker on January 1st, 2013

Happy New Year!  Below is a list of my top ten posts in 2012 based on pageviews.  You should also check out “Managing Startups: Best Posts of 2012,” a solid compilation by Tom Eisenmann, Professor at the Harvard Business School, of the best startup posts in 2012 (including my posts below addressing convertible notes).  Cheers, Scott

Continue Reading »

Walker Twitter Highlights: December 17th – 30th

by Scott Edward Walker on December 30th, 2012

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past 10 days and a few blog-related tweets.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

 

Continue Reading »

Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs: “Owens 4, Hitler 0”

by Scott Edward Walker on December 28th, 2012

“People often say that motivation doesn’t last.  Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

“You Need to Sacrifice Almost Everything to Achieve Your Goal”

by Scott Edward Walker on December 21st, 2012

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur; and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute your business model or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed: Tina Seelig

by Scott Edward Walker on December 19th, 2012

To Our Clients & Friends: Welcome to our weekly series “Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed.”  Each week, we share a favorite video of a successful entrepreneur, investor or thought leader on a variety of topics.

Continue Reading »

Walker Twitter Highlights: December 5th – 16th

by Scott Edward Walker on December 17th, 2012

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past 10 days and a couple of blog-related tweets.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

 

Continue Reading »

“Never Underestimate What You Can Accomplish…”

by Scott Edward Walker on December 7th, 2012

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video clip to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur — and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.  Cheers, Scott

Words of Wisdom from Steve Blank

by Scott Edward Walker on December 6th, 2012

To Our Clients & Friends: Welcome to our weekly series “Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed.”  Each week, we post a short video clip of a successful entrepreneur, investor or business leader on a variety of topics.

Continue Reading »

Walker Twitter Highlights: November 26th – December 4th

by Scott Edward Walker on December 5th, 2012

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past week and a couple of blog-related tweets.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

 

Continue Reading »

Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs: RIP Zig Ziglar (1926 – 2012)

by Scott Edward Walker on November 30th, 2012

Continue Reading »

Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed: Ron Conway

by Scott Edward Walker on November 29th, 2012

To Our Clients & Friends: Welcome to our weekly series “Helping Entrepreneurs Succeed.”  Each week, we post a favorite video of a successful entrepreneur, investor or business leader on a variety of topics.  This week, we present Ron Conway, the founder of SV Angel and a brilliant investor, who is commonly referred to as the “Godfather of Silicon Valley”.

Continue Reading »

Walker Twitter Highlights: November 12th – 25th

by Scott Edward Walker on November 26th, 2012

I’m using Twitter as a form of micro-blogging to share interesting blog posts, articles and podcasts relating to entrepreneurship and startups, M&A and legal issues.  Below are my five most popular tweets (via bit.ly) for the past two weeks and a couple of blog-related tweets.  If you’d like to see all of my tweets (or an RSS feed of them), you can do so here.  Cheers, Scott

 

Continue Reading »

The Inspiring Story of a Group of Inner-City High School Students

by Scott Edward Walker on November 24th, 2012

Welcome to our weekly series “Motivational Clips for Entrepreneurs.”  Each week, we share a favorite video to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs.  Why?  Because we know how tough it is being an entrepreneur — and whether you’re launching a venture, trying to execute or raising funds, you need a little juice to help you push the ball forward.  I hope these videos are a little juice.

Continue Reading »