May 2013
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Venue Change
Alert: We’ve had a last minute venue change. We’re now at the wharf. 140 E Front
May 15th
May 4th
2nd Meeting
Think TC Mtg Wednesday 5/8 7:30pm at CoWharf Coworking
May 4th
April 2013
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What questions help us understand how change...
How do we analyse the stories of change that we all use in development? Such stories shape narratives, illustrate approaches and enrich our understanding of how change happens. Regular readers of this blog will know that this is a running theme, but I’m now about to step it up, working with colleagues across Oxfam and […] from Alltop RSS http://bit.ly/ZuJ1Jj
Apr 8th
August 2012
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So You Want to Be an App Developer? Here’s How...
Apps are in. There’s no denying it. Seems everyone these days has a great idea for a mobile app: apps to find food, apps to find rides, apps to find more apps. The list goes on. But just how do you become an app developer anyway? As with so many paths to success, there’s no one rote way. But there are some common, helpful and progressive steps to turn your great kernel of an...
Aug 28th
April 2012
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Apr 16th
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March 2012
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Grand Traverse Wineries
Today on AirBnB, a renter of our loft asked me if there are wineries in the Grand Traverse area. Here was my response… As for the wineries, I am so glad you asked. This is the area in Michigan for wine. There are many wonderful wineries within a 15 min drive. Both the Leelanau and Old Mission peninsulas have rolling hills and rich soil that are perfect for grape growing. My wife and I are...
Mar 29th
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How to Discover Your Perfect Target Customer in 5...
How to Discover Your Perfect Target Customer in 5 Steps This content from: Duct Tape Marketing One of the most important elements of a marketing strategy is the development of an ideal target customer profile. Effectively understand who makes an ideal customer allows you to build your entire business, message, product, services, sales and support around attracting and serving this narrowly...
Mar 27th
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7 Competition Crushing Value Propositions
7 Competition Crushing Value Propositions This content from: Duct Tape Marketing Page one of Warby Parker’s infographic laden annual report One of the biggest challenges that any small business faces in the area of marketing is standing out from everyone else that say it’s doing what you’re doing. Until you can firmly offer a solid reason for why you should buy from or hire us over...
Mar 27th
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The New Law That Will Turn the Startup World...
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Mar 17th
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Viral Graphic: Put Down That Computer (It's...
This is one graphic to think about as you type away today. And by you, I mean me. from AllThingsD http://bit.ly/xNdg9a
Mar 6th
February 2012
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How to Launch Your App in an International Market
Edith Yeung is the head of marketing of Dolphin Browser, the world’s first Gesture, Webzine and Add-on-enabled mobile browser. She is also the founding partner of RightVentures, which focuses on cloud and mobile investments. You can find out more about Dolphin on Twitter, Facebook or via the Dolphin blog. Many developers create smart, innovative mobile apps that have near-universal...
Feb 14th
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January 2012
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Hacking AngelList: Tips for Raising Capital
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Jan 30th
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Skating through the TSA checkpoint – quickly
A few days ago a coworker and I went through Security Checkpoint 2 at O’Hare.  Dave was immediately behind me as we approached the conveyer belt for the magnetometer, but after I exited the checkpoint, he took about 2-3 minutes to catch up with me as I waited on the concourse. I’ve written about this in the past, but here are the keys to getting through the TSA checkpoint quickly: Wear slip on...
Jan 26th
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How To Turn Your Wall Into a Touchscreen Phone...
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Jan 24th
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“Just had dinner at Mosaic Cafe. Great food, great view. http://t.co/Rkw408ip”
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Jan 18th
Jan 17th
ClearBox Media
ClearBox Media ::  THMP.in  ::  City Recess What if there was an ongoing city-wide game of capture the flag happening all around you? We’re redefining the way we live, work, and play outside by building a mobile application that makes your city map into a boardgame and allows you to capture neighborhoods and explore new areas where you live.     We’re currently funding the development,...
Jan 17th