The Startup Rules
About this audiobook
"This book is our gift to the entrepreneurial world we cherish so deeply. 'The Startup Rules' is penned by two seasoned entrepreneurs and friends, boasting decades of combined experience spanning from initial ideas to successful exits and IPOs.
Inside, you'll find:
- Foundational Principles: Unearth the bedrock rules that govern 90% of startup successes and challenges.
- Tales from the Trenches: Anecdotes and stories from our vast experiences, highlighting the highs, lows, and learnings along the way.
- Sector-Specific Insights: Learn how the rules can vary across different industries and how to navigate them.
- Interactive Elements: Scour the book for hidden gems like our fun 'find the curry names' game, and much more!
Together, we've engaged with tens of thousands of companies globally and met countless individuals on our journey. This book is not just a recount of our adventures but a playbook, designed to guide budding entrepreneurs whether you're starting anew or recalibrating an existing venture."
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About the author
. My first real tech job was with Kevin at BVR and Intelysis. After soaking in the bright lights of New York, I transitioned to Dione, exploring the realms of set-top boxes and chip and pin cards. Feeling the pull of the corporate world, I joined Reuters, which was an eye-opener as I managed a group of traders and their trading floors. My big break came when I joined the founding team of Commerce One in Silicon Valley, a company that became a NASDAQ darling. This was followed by my first stint as CEO at Convey in Belgium. Since then, I've been deeply involved in several early-stage companies — some were great experiences, while others were learning opportunities. We've exited from some ventures, while others are ongoing. My most recent role was as Chairman for E-Fundamentals, which was later acquired by CommerceIQ.
Kevin Doyle. I first got to know Kevin when he served as the CTO of BVR, and I'd managed to secure a job there. I recall an evening out in Leamington Spa, with Kevin having a board meeting the next day. Subsequently, Chase acquired the companies, and by the mid-1990s, we all found ourselves in New York with the company rebranded as Intellisys.
Kevin's achievements didn't stop there. He went on to accomplish great feats, including the sale of his Tring-based company, EPL, to an AIM-listed company. The list of Kevin's accomplishments is truly extensive. He's one of the most forward-thinking individuals I've ever encountered, and I'm proud to call him a close friend — almost like a brother
If you asked Kevin about a mentor he ever had, he would say his roots and his Irish father was his mentor
