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Cheryl Conti's Journey in Tech Startups
TLDR Cheryl Conti, founder of Do Big Things, shares her experiences in the tech startup world, from founding Attentively to addressing challenges faced by founders of color and emphasizing the importance of diversity in businesses. She also offers advice on overcoming imposter syndrome and seeking funding opportunities for startups.
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Cheryl Conti, founder and CEO of Do Big Things, discusses her digital agency's work with leading causes, campaigns, candidates, and corporations to provide new narratives and technology for the current era.
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Cheryl Contee founded Attentively, a social marketing software business, to address the gap in the market for nonprofits lacking access to social listening and influencer engagement tools, which eventually led to its acquisition by BlackBod before starting Do Big Things.
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Cheryl Contee discusses the challenges of being a black woman in the tech startup world and offers advice on how founders of color can demonstrate the value of their ideas to potential funders.
10:25
Cheryl Contee addresses the issue of imposter syndrome, particularly as a black woman in the tech industry, and shares her experiences and insights on handling it.
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Cheryl Contee advises younger entrepreneurs to overcome imposter syndrome by building a strong network, leveraging their unique qualities, and bringing their best to the table in the tech sector.
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Cheryl Contee emphasizes the importance of diversity in businesses, highlighting the authenticity and effectiveness of content when it comes from a diverse range of voices.
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Seek funding opportunities from various sources such as franchises, angel networks, and online platforms to support your startup idea, regardless of your location, and be persistent in building relationships with potential investors.
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Support small businesses, especially those led by women, minorities, and from rural areas, as they are undervalued and have the potential to overperform in the current market.
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