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The Importance of Startup Equity
For entrepreneurs, making difficult decisions is almost second nature. From figuring out how to raise precious capital to cutting ties with bad employees or poor clients, preserving the security and longevity of their emerging companies is top-of-mind. Yet arguably the most important challenge that startup founders must overcome involves employee compensation and equity distribution. In […]
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Working for a Startup vs. Corporation: Which Should You Choose?
Don’t have a million-dollar idea to launch your own startup, but still interested in working for one? The innovative and dynamic startup realm has exploded over the past decade with an abundance of unicorns and IPO-success stories. Emerging companies have gained increased notoriety and public attention, fostering a deeper inkling of curiosity among prospective employees. […]
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6 Ways Startups Can Stay Ahead of Disruption
In the wake of COVID-19, organizations have come to terms with the paramount importance of maintaining a flexible, agile, and proactive business approach. So what can startup leaders do to steer their organizations away from disruption and headed down the right path? Here are six tips to maintain startup success, even in times of crisis. […]
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How to Negotiate Your Startup Salary
You did your research and decided you’re ready for the startup life. Then you found the perfect opportunity, built a flawless resume, created a social media presence your mom could be proud of, got the call, nailed the interview and got a good opening offer. Now, it’s time to negotiate your salary and benefits and […]
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The Keys to Networking During COVID-19
The following blog was shared with Forge Buffalo by our partners at Viaduct. A proven partner of Buffalo’s startup community, Viaduct connects emerging businesses with their most important asset: people. The talent acquisition company works with entrepreneurs to identify new job candidates, assess their compatibilities and manage their onboarding. Pete Petrella, Managing Director at Viaduct, […]
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What it’s really like to work for a startup
We get it. The startup life isn’t for everyone and working for a larger company does have its benefits like better name recognition, less variation in day-to-day activities, and more stability. Knowing what’s important to you, what work style complements your skillset your career goals and what it’s really like to work for a startup […]
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Forge Buffalo’s Resumé Building Do’s and Don’ts
You made the decision. You’re finally ready to join Buffalo’s startup and emerging business community. Now, all you need to do is upload your resumé to Forge Buffalo so local companies searching the site can see what you have to offer. But before you do that, you’re going to need to know what recruiters are looking for […]
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How to build your social media presence
Spending the last few months at home has increased the amount of time we scroll through our social feeds seeking entertainment. And as unemployment hits record highs, more people are entering the job pool searching for limited opportunities, forcing candidates to find ways to stand out from the pack. Now is the time to take […]
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Forging a New Path: How Jeff Goldblum’s advice shaped my pandemic job change and life.
by Christian Gaddis
Welcome to the Forging a New Path! Throughout this blog series, we’ll dive into the stories of individuals who’ve recently joined the emerging Buffalo Startup community, sharing any insights, tips and tricks they learned along the way. As Forge Buffalo’s newest team member, I felt it was only right to start by sharing the story […]
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Free Resources Make Remote Continuous Learning Accessible for Tech Community
The following blog was shared with Forge Buffalo by our Tech Hub collaborators at M&T Tech. It provides valuable insights on the importance of continuous learning, as well as a list of free remote resources to help you on your journey.
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