I would rather take advice on startups from someone who actually built a successful startup. The art of talking about something, however persuasively, is not the same thing as the art of doing it.
For many, the new year will be a time to launch new businesses. In this fast paced Web 2.0 digital world, we don't have time to create big binder sized business plans before we get started. Here are the specific action items to take, and a free template you can use to get those new businesses launched in 2008.
Are you ready to stake everything on your idea?
Saying you're willing to "stake everything" stops you from doing the thinking needed to get an honest and accurate assessment of your risk.