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The Krzyzewskiville Tales

The Krzyzewskiville Tales

An exploration of one of the most famous traditions in sports with a cheeky, literary twist.

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The Real Reason Nobody Is Buying Your Startup’s Product

If you’re struggling to sell a product, chances are you’re overlooking the biggest problem.

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The Real Reason Nobody Is Buying Your Startup’s Product

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I Wish Someone Had Warned Me About the Real Reason Most Startups Fail

Every entrepreneur knows that most startups fail, but very few of them actually understand why.

Feb 10, 2022

I Wish Someone Had Warned Me About the Real Reason Most Startups Fail

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You’ll Never Be a Great Entrepreneur if You’re Still Trying to Get an A

What if you accidentally learned your worst entrepreneurial habits by trying to get great grades in school?

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The Slide in Your Pitch Deck That Screams “I Don’t Understand My Customers”

And potential investors can hear that scream from a mile away.

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The Slide in Your Pitch Deck That Screams “I Don’t Understand My Customers”

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Learn to Ask the Hardest Question in Entrepreneurship

If you can’t ask this one question, you’re never going to be able to build a successful company.

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Learn to Ask the Hardest Question in Entrepreneurship

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This One Question Will Tell You If Your Startup Is Going to Fail

It’s an easy question to ask, but a tricky question to answer.

Jun 30

This One Question Will Tell You If Your Startup Is Going to Fail

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Is This the Reason You’re Startup Is Struggling to Make Sales?

A successful sales process requires going beyond what you’re seeing and hearing from customers.

Jun 26

Is This the Reason You’re Startup Is Struggling to Make Sales?

Jun 26

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Founders Love Talking About Hustle; They Should Be Talking About Something More Important

Sometimes entrepreneurs need a little reminder about what actually matters in the startup world (and beyond!)

Jun 23

Founders Love Talking About Hustle; They Should Be Talking About Something More Important

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What if Being Friends With Your Co-Founder Is Killing Your Startup?

Is it really possible to get too close to your co-founders?

Jun 19

What if Being Friends With Your Co-Founder Is Killing Your Startup?

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The Only Word You Can Trust in Entrepreneurship

People are going to tell you lots of things during your startup journey, but there’s only one word you should pay attention to.

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The Only Word You Can Trust in Entrepreneurship

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Aaron Dinin, PhD

Aaron Dinin, PhD

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I teach entrepreneurship at Duke. Software Engineer. PhD in English. I write about the mistakes entrepreneurs make since I’ve made plenty. More @ aarondinin.com

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