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How do you launch a brand and change peoples behaviour when faced with deep pocketed competitors?


Deep pocketed incumbents will by definition appear more institutionalised and established. Therefore your branding strategy is more likely to succeed if you appear to adopt a radical approach which challenges the establishment. Clients of established providers will also be used …

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How have you dealt with those who have questioned your vision during your entrepreneurial journey?


Ask questions as to why your vision is doubted. Sometimes they doubt the scale, the team, traction etc. Then gather evidence so it’s nearly impossible for anyone to doubt you for that specific point. Do this enough times, and more …

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How do you balance investors desire for growth, revenue and margins whilst maintaining the brand narrative of the company?


Balancing investors’ expectations for growth and revenue with maintaining our brand narrative comes down to clear communication and a shared vision. At BibliU, we prioritize long-term value over short-term gains by ensuring our growth strategies align with our mission to …

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Michael Treskow, Partner at Eight Roads | Q and A


You started your career with later stage technology investing in the US and have transitioned to early stage investing in Europe. How has that progression impacted your approach as an investor Before joining Eight Roads, I invested in more mature …

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What Are the Key Trends in E-commerce That Really Matter? Gian Maria Gramondi, Co-Founder of Shop Circle Explains!


Running a successful business in 2024 demands constant adaptation. With competition fiercer every day, staying ahead means focusing on what truly matters—your customers. Some trends are proving to be transformative forces, shaping how we engage, build loyalty, and grow.

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In capturing the real benefits of AI in Fintech, adaptive startups will need to consider scale efficiencies?


In fintech, as with any industry, AI can help transform time-intensive and costly processes into something slicker, smarter and more sustainable. The key is to invest in AI early on – this enables people to develop as the company grows, …

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Are large banks too risk-averse or inflexible to compete with fintechs for SMEs?


In looking at this question, its important to start by breaking down the SME market. When people talk about SMEs, they generally mean the millions of micro businesses, which have seen strong focus from the likes of Starling, Monzo and …

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When is it appropriate for a VC to make fundamental change?


This topic is certainly top of mind; just last week, I was asked to contribute to a presentation on “What founders hate about VCs and why VCs persist in these behaviours, despite being aware of the friction,” for one of …

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Miriam Shtilman-Lavsovski,Partner at Tal Ventures | Q and A


What have been your biggest learnings at Algotec, and how do you apply them as a board member in your portfolio companies? At Algotec, I gained invaluable insights into the crucial role of deep domain expertise in creating best-in-class products. …

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Akash Bajwa, Principal at EARLYBIRD VENTURE CAPITAL | Q and A


What were your biggest learnings at Deloitte, Barclays Ventures, and Augmentum Fintech? Across my past roles I’ve come to appreciate some things that are constant across all stages of investing. For me, one of those is the team. In times …

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