tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219346993697695216Wed, 19 Aug 2009 21:58:26 +0000http://stressedceo.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Sid)Blogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219346993697695216.post-6188873754654121990Wed, 19 Aug 2009 20:26:00 +00002009-08-19T14:55:47.335-07:00I used to have a blog a while ago called garagedc [at] blogspot. I closed the blog after a while because the content didnt turn out the way i wanted. I think blogging is quite difficult and when your new to blogging it takes some experience and practice, expecially if you want to write something that can help others. I felt that because it didnt turn out as i had planned its better that i try to http://stressedceo.blogspot.com/2009/08/garage-dc-old-blog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sid)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219346993697695216.post-1017046610502883480Thu, 21 May 2009 21:27:00 +00002009-05-21T15:20:01.943-07:00progress reportWe finally got our server today. We ultimatly decided on peer1 - serverbeach servers because of the good feedback we have heard along with the *excellent* deal we were able to get. Serverbeach provided me with the following configurationDual Core Dual Processor 2.0 ghz Xeon 4mb l2 cache Cpu's2 Gig of Ram1 TB of disk split into 2 x 500 GB's5TB of data transfer10 GB ftp server backupAll for a greathttp://stressedceo.blogspot.com/2009/05/nitty-gritty-tech-talk-1.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sid)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219346993697695216.post-711034343357006619Tue, 19 May 2009 10:24:00 +00002009-05-20T23:14:06.101-07:00enterprenurialAs one of the co-founder of a boostrapped startup lots of different thoughts enter our minds as we try to navigate through the different issues and problems that we face ever so frequantly. One of the most important traits that will allow for a greater chance of success for the new and inexperienced enterprenur is the ability to look between the lines and keep an eye on opportunities that http://stressedceo.blogspot.com/2009/05/taking-road-bumps-in-your-stride-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sid)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219346993697695216.post-5174272202054965913Sat, 16 May 2009 13:38:00 +00002009-05-16T07:25:23.307-07:00As programmers/developers/software engineers why are tech startups so attractive to us ? Other than the obvious fact that its our field of interest, we like writing code and working through computing problems why does starting a startup look so attractive to many technologists? Lets look at some of the reasons why I think this is the case.We get to do what we like and have the potential to make ahttp://stressedceo.blogspot.com/2009/05/programmers-perspective-why-startups.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sid)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219346993697695216.post-8973156695867374559Sat, 16 May 2009 12:27:00 +00002009-05-20T05:44:58.669-07:00One of the most difficult things to overcome during the early stages of a startup is to fight off overwhelming negativity. Negativity can be detrimental to the moral of a startup and must be kept away as best as possible. This is not to say we should ignore reality, there is that fine line between keeping reality in check and blatent, useless negativity. As entreprenurs we must be able to http://stressedceo.blogspot.com/2009/05/negating-negativity.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sid)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219346993697695216.post-7083871350816984133Sat, 16 May 2009 12:04:00 +00002009-05-16T05:21:49.599-07:00Most of what i have written so far has been about the difficulties problems and stresses that we as a bootstrapped startup face everyday. Yes we get stressed and at times get anxiety attacks but we are all still here and we continue to press on because we can keep those levels of stress in check. I have noticed that stress at certain levels is a great motivator to get things done ... So to keep http://stressedceo.blogspot.com/2009/05/how-to-relax.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sid)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219346993697695216.post-3791742725661839296Sat, 16 May 2009 00:10:00 +00002009-05-15T20:17:16.435-07:00rollercoasterstoryIts the rollercoaster that is a startup. Usually the beginnings are always very humble, slow like the start of a rollercoaster in its idle position, neither on the climb or on the decent, its just flat. Its either over a beer, maybe in the shower or sitting on the train that the idea pops up that says "wouldnt it be nice if there was a <insert world changing idea here>".It is from this point thathttp://stressedceo.blogspot.com/2009/05/rollercoaster-ride-part-1.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sid)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219346993697695216.post-7167299948743912101Fri, 15 May 2009 21:50:00 +00002009-05-20T06:05:16.180-07:00Everyone says it, "In a startup the most important aspect is your team". Yes i totally agree. Its difficult to see how we could have gotten this far with the software if i hadnt had Mark as the co-founder. Sometimes its very difficult to find that diverse set of skills within a group of guys that are looking to build a startup. I think the main reason is the fact that human nature dictates we http://stressedceo.blogspot.com/2009/05/choosing-your-team.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sid)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219346993697695216.post-3134014230695007422Fri, 15 May 2009 10:25:00 +00002009-05-20T05:14:05.768-07:00Having a day job as well as working on a side project is difficult for many different reasons. The obvious one is there is less time to spend outside and enjoy the sun, the beach, the night life and basically do the things you like outside the technology world. There are also alot of disturbances that can occur during the day job that can affect your ability to concentrate once your at home and http://stressedceo.blogspot.com/2009/05/dr-jekyl-mr-hyde-balancing-2-lives.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sid)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219346993697695216.post-4010256570245658965Fri, 15 May 2009 08:34:00 +00002009-05-15T04:20:17.768-07:00When it comes to finding the perfect hosting company for your startup there are many things to consider. This is even more the case when you are a bootstrapped startup as cost plays an important part of who you ultimatly choose and not just quality alone. The hardest thing with making a decision is weighing out quality vs price and assuming you arnt the offspring of a (mi/bi)llionaire businessmenhttp://stressedceo.blogspot.com/2009/05/choosing-hosting-partner.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sid)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219346993697695216.post-5784135687310194893Fri, 15 May 2009 06:07:00 +00002009-05-20T04:55:57.580-07:00Hi All, you can call me Sid and i would like to introduce myself as a stressed co-founder of a 3 man startup. Why am i stressed ? The main reason is because my team consists of 3 guys who are using our day jobs to bootstrap our startup. When you bootstrap i think stress comes with the territory because both time and money is vested.I am starting this blog because we are an actual startup in the http://stressedceo.blogspot.com/2009/05/introduction-hi-hello.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sid)0