High Tech Startup: The Complete Handbook for Creating Successful New High Tech Companies by John L. Nesheim
High Tech Startup: The Complete Handbook for Creating Successful New High Tech Companies by John L. Nesheim is a comprehensive guide for both beginning and experienced entrepreneurs hoping to set up and manage a high tech startup. This book brings together current knowledge about business formation, venture capital, marketing, finance, and operations for the high tech industry. Nesheim explains the financial and marketing intricacies of leading and managing a startup, and provides essential perspectives for those who want to run a business and make sure it thrives.
The book aims to help readers plan their high tech venture from concept to exit. Nesheim equips readers with the advice and strategies necessary to develop their high tech product and take it to market. He begins with a broad overview of the high tech industry, defining terminology and providing guidelines to help readers understand the well-structured startup process. Moving through the different stages of the startup lifecycle, Nesheim explains the nuances of software development, venture capital, and marketing. He delves into the financial analysis and decision-making that are critical to startup success and provides real-life case studies demonstrating the principles presented.
The book takes a unique approach to developing a high tech product, outlining ideas on how to create a business plan and develop a minimal viable product (MVP). Nesheim explains the importance of fundraising, customer acquisition, and building teams within a startup, and also provides comprehensive information on intellectual property rights. He details ways to maximize the potential of a venture and minimize the risks, walking readers through the decisions related to licensing, effective strategic partnerships, and successful exit strategies.
High Tech Startup provides invaluable insight for high tech entrepreneurs into the complex and competitive space that is the startup industry. With real-life examples to help guide readers along the path of startup growth, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in becoming a successful high tech entrepreneur. Nesheim provides advice on how to overcome challenging obstacles and create a successful business that flourishes in the long-term. It is a must-read for anyone hoping to start a high tech venture and turn their business dream into a reality.