http://disqus.com/people/8148335c54b146fc20e50ab93b90fb95/enSun, 16 Mar 2008 17:30:12 -0000http://punctuative.disqus.com/index_card_startup_humor/#comment-3146602Whatever happened to planning and luck? I don't have kids, and I don't have money, but I like to think I've planned well and have some luck (good and bad)... I think my axis could be made on those two points alone, and still mirror yours closely. <br><br>Obviously if you plan too much you can be seen as a bore, so:<br><br>The question is: would a child be the outcome of good luck or bad luck?Nick ThackerSun, 16 Mar 2008 17:00:22 -0000http://punctuative.disqus.com/build_something_quotbig_and_clearquot/#comment-3146521@Shafqat:<br><br>Good ideas, I think you have a valid question! I've hesitated to base a business model solely around an advertising schematic for that reason: Is the bubble about to burst (or more long-term: Will the bubble ever burst?). It seems to be an issue mostly regarding the internet and Web 2.0 industry because it seems that people are now not only used to how the internet operates but they know precisely what to expect. <br><br>Example: When I browse a site, my eyes barely even notice the Google Ads, banners, and other clickable advertisements. Don't even get me started on pop-ups--I began my vendetta against them at the ripe old age of 14 (yes, I'm only 20 now!)<br><br>The point is, Matt has a great point when he states "entrepreneurs will continue to innovate around monetization." We (entrepreneurs) are charged with innovating every monetization opportunity to not only squeeze every drop out of tried-and-true profit method, but to create new ones. Online advertising falls under both these umbrellas. <br><br>The biggest issue for me when I'm reviewing/preparing a business plan or model is not the question of whether or not to include a plan for advertising online or elsewhere, but whether or not to base my bottom-line strategy on it. As an entrepreneur, I sometimes feel slightly defeated when I realize that my great idea must sit shotgun to an advertising campaign. It's not my call to judge the validity of these claims, but something about starting a business based on advertising or advertising alone just doesn't sit well with me!Nick ThackerSun, 16 Mar 2008 17:20:06 -0000http://punctuative.disqus.com/talking_points_for_entrepreneurs_beyond_the_elevator_pitch/#comment-3146516This article is outstanding! I want to sit down and write out my questions/answers and then have friends and family grill me! Five stars, Matt!Nick ThackerSun, 16 Mar 2008 17:30:12 -0000