This Week in Startups Ask an Angel with Zach Coelius: practical advice for founders and investors in a downturn | E1512
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Jul 20, 2022 Zach Coelius, an angel investor, shares invaluable insights for both founders and investors. He discusses the challenges and adaptations of remote work, emphasizing productivity and global talent recruitment. Zach dives into navigating economic downturns and how SaaS spending is evolving. He also advises on cautious investment strategies, steering clear of high-risk startups without strong founder connections. The conversation wraps up with audience questions, tackling competition and the importance of transparent communication in the startup ecosystem.
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Remote Work Dominance
- Remote work is becoming the norm, especially for information workers.
- Companies must adapt to remote management or risk losing top talent.
Effective Remote Management
- Track employee performance against objectives, not just their presence.
- Engage, help struggling employees, and reward high performers.
Optimize for Effectiveness
- Use time blocking and shared calendars for better team visibility.
- Focus on key results and product releases, not performative work.
