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JANUS Innovation Hub is a startup incubator based in San Diego,supporting a global community of first-generation, immigrant,and underrepresented founders, helping them build scalable,investor-ready startups.

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The Opportunity in Market Noise: How Founders Can Tell Real Signals from False Trends
10Dec

The Opportunity in Market Noise: How Founders Can Tell Real Signals from False Trends

Startups today are surrounded by more information than ever. There are newsletters that summarize every trend under the sun, influencers…

When Startups Need to Pause: The Strategic Value of Temporary Slowdowns
03Dec

When Startups Need to Pause: The Strategic Value of Temporary Slowdowns

Growth is usually described as a straight line. Move fast. Scale boldly. Never lose momentum. For founders under pressure to…

When Scale Becomes Fragility: How Startups Can Grow Without Losing Their Edge
26Nov

When Scale Becomes Fragility: How Startups Can Grow Without Losing Their Edge

Growth is the dream every founder chases. The curve that rises upward, the team that expands, the market that finally…

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The Importance of Mentorship in Entrepreneurship

November 19, 2024 Janus Innovation Hub No comments yet

Starting a business is exciting, but let’s not sugarcoat it—it can also feel overwhelming. The journey often comes with challenges you never saw coming, especially if you’re new to entrepreneurship or navigating the complexities of doing business in a new country. This is where mentorship becomes a game-changer. At Janus Innovation Hub, we’ve seen firsthand […]

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The Real Struggles of First-Gen Entrepreneurs

November 13, 2024 Janus Innovation Hub No comments yet

Hey, future trailblazers! 🚀 Let’s cut to the chase: being a first-gen entrepreneur is no walk in the park. You’re basically building your path from scratch, and that’s no joke. But knowing what you’re up against can make the hustle a little less chaotic. So, let’s talk about the real struggles and get into some […]

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Entrepreneurship as Art: Nurturing Innovative Ideas and Building Investor Relationships

October 19, 2024 Janus Innovation Hub No comments yet

Entrepreneurship and art share common threads of innovation, unconventional thinking, and addressing future concerns. Just as artists push boundaries and explore beyond their time, entrepreneurs can draw inspiration from avant-garde artists to create roadmaps for the future. In a conversation with my friend Greg Horowitt, we delved into the challenge of finding reliable investors for our […]

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