Kiln Startup Showcase Accepted Applicants

Most of the world in an instant became “remote workers” from home amid the impact of COVID-19. For parents the reality of adapting to multi-tasking with screaming children, excel sheets and conference calls all while trying to serve up a mac and cheese lunch became a new reality. So how do parents navigate this new remote working environment while having kids at home. Here are some proven tips that will help you through the next little bit- 1- Create a Schedule- By creating a calendar so that you can manage time effectively you will increase your ability to manage stress and produce results. Be sure that you calendar your kids to be engaged with something during important calls or remote meetings so that you can stay engaged while they are busy. 2- Communicate- A quick morning huddle with your kids just as you did with your teams in the office will help your kids understand what is expected and gives them a clear view of what is happening for the day. By communicating up front you will be able to manage any frustrations that may arise throughout the day. 3- Spend quality time with your kids- Make sure that you take time out of your day for activities in the home or yard and engage with your kids. By carving out this valuable time you will be able to be less distracted during work moments and diminish the amount of times that your kiddos are coming up to nag for attention. 4- Establish a work zone- Choose a place in your home to work from so that your children understand boundaries of where work happens and where play happens. When you jump from the couch...as tempting as it is...to the kitchen table to your home office your kids won’t know when and where its appropriate to engage with you throughout the day. 5- Utilize resources- It can seem overwhelming to have to come up with everything on your own but there are many resources out there for parents. From educational videos online to activity packets like what RAGS has created. If you visit https://rags.com/pages/rags-activities you will find plenty of options from coloring to word searches and more for free! With these three simple tips you can help create an effective home work environment while maintaining your sanity! You got this! Your friends at RAGS

Mar 26 — Kiln From Home

How Do You Manage The Stress?

In these uncertain times that we are living in today, stress, anxiety, and worry are bound to infiltrate our lives. I know that with everything going on, my work, home, and social life have been dramatically impacted and have left me with a world of worry. I am sure you have felt something similar. I’ve done some research that can help you maintain balance and find relief. Some daily practices that have lifted my spirits and resulted in reduced stress are…Write it down. Journaling your life and gratitude experiences can help you reflect on the good. Exercise first. With the weather warming up, the mornings have been nice and beautiful. Go out for a morning walk or workout before starting the day. Take one thing at a time. If things are piling up and it’s been extremely difficult to find balance, try compiling a written list of all of your to-do’s and tackle one item at a time. Take a break! When you’re overwhelmed, it may be best to clear your mind for at least 5 minutes. Try going for a walk, taking a quick meditation break, or listening to a couple of your favorite songs to refresh your brain. Only control the controllable. If you’re like me, you hyper focus on all that is going wrong. Take some time to make a list of all of the things you're stressed about and divide them into two categories: Things you can control and things you can’t. I find it helpful to let go of the things I can’t control and to improve the things I can. Here are some additional tips from Healthline…Reduce your caffeine intake. Try to moderate yourself and find beverage alternatives like water or juice. Learn to say no. For the part decisions that are in your control, learn to say no to things you can’t juggle or feel overwhelming. Learn to avoid procrastination. Get in the habit of making a to-do list organized by priority and give yourself a realistic deadline. Below are more resources that can help you face this daily battle of stress and worry. Improve Your Day 16 Ways to Relieve Stress and Anxiety Seven Types of Self-Care Activities to Cope with StressManaging and Avoiding BurnoutNeed an extra push? Try one of these stress relieving apps that walk you through meditation, mindfulness, and sleep strategies. HappifyCalmHeadspace

Mar 23 — Kiln From Home

Webinar: Weathering the Storm

Today, we are hosted a live stream conversation with Petersen Ventures LLC, Kickstart Seed Fund, and Album VC.We are grateful to Ben Capell, Gavin Christensen, and Sid Krommenhoek for being willing to share some words of wisdom and encouragement during a challenging time. Together we will weather the storm.Watch the conversation here.

Mar 20 — Kiln From Home

Tips for Your Kiln From Home Setup

Working (or Kilning) from home can be incredibly daunting to any employee. The idea of melding your worlds from the place where you accomplish career goals and the space you smash your life goals may feel like the kind of task that makes you just want to go back to bed. Luckily, the Kiln team has some quick and easy dos and don’ts for you to make your space your own and stay in that productivity zone. First things first, your bed is not your desk. This is a crucial piece to the work from home set-up. Working in your bed confuses your brain into never knowing if you’re trying to sleep or to be productive. Next, do your best to mirror your at-work set-up. Used to having multiple monitors? See if your employer would mind you bringing them home for the next couple of weeks. It’s all in the little things! Add plants, bright colors and small prints or family photos that will bring a smile to your face when you seen them. After that, all you really need is a comfortable chair and you’ll be set. Beyond all else, remember, now is not the time to be hard on yourself. You’re doing your best and it will get easier. To make things a little sweeter, we have a fun contest for all of you! Share your at-home set-up with us on Instagram. Tag @kiln.co and use #kilnfromhome for a chance to win a gift card to a local business!

Mar 19 — Kiln From Home

VideoPeel Takes on Techstars

We are excited to celebrate Kiln Lehi members VideoPeel on their acceptance into the Techstars Boulder Cohort! After connecting with Techstars at a Kiln event, VideoPeel knew they were a good fit. TechStars is an elite accelerator program with a less than 1% acceptance rate. Their core mission and belief is rooted in the notion that entrepreneurs can change the world and collaboration drives innovation. “When Natty Zola (Managing Director, Techstars Boulder) told us we were selected, I got emotional. To have an organization like Techstars believe in us was a huge vote of confidence. I couldn't help but share with him the story. I'll never forget the day I got on my knees in one of the phone booths at the Kiln and said a prayer, asking the Lord how we were going to fund the growth of VideoPeel. As soon as I got back to my table, I saw a notice on my calendar that the Kiln was hosting an event that very hour together with Techstars. I had my answer. I attended the Techstars presentation where Natty and Kristen were presenting, and the rest is history. Techstars is incredible. I would recommend every startup to apply to the program.” shares Patrick Tedjamulia. VideoPeel is a platform for video reviews, video testimonials, user-generated videos, and video-based feedback. With an emphasis on transparency, VideoPeel’s video review helps businesses tell their story with the aid of happy consumers. When asked about the moment they knew VideoPeel was a viable product, Tedjamulia shared, “We knew we had a viable product when we started seeing hundreds of authentic customer videos come in for our clients including eCommerce businesses selling on Shopify, Amazon, Facebook, etc.., and even online education businesses, hospitals, dentists, pharmacies, software companies, authors, local services companies, fitness programs, schools, etc... We're paving the way for an evolution in online marketing and communications. We've already had a customer pass the 1,000 video testimonials milestone.” We are eager to witness VideoPeel’s continued success! Interested in learning more? Check out their website here or email them at [email protected]

Yesterday — Startups

Tips & Tricks for Video Conferencing Meetings

Human’s ability to adapt and overcome is something that is truly remarkable. One of the most recent examples I’ve seen of this is the (almost) seamless transition of traditional meetings to a new normal of the video conference call. To aid this transition, we’ve compiled some tips and tricks on video conference best practices to keep us all connected! First things first, get that camera on! Showing your face provides more of a human social element when you’re taking meetings virtually. To kick it up a notch from a phone call, show off that face of yours. Next, use that mute button like it’s your new job. When you’re not speaking, it’s best practice to mute yourself so attention isn’t pulled away from the speaker with every creak, bump or meow from your home office. Third, find your light. Natural light has proven positive health benefits, but it also helps make sure that all of your coworkers can see you clearly without suspicion that there is a ghoul in the background. It is also important to keep your home office tidy for video conference calls. You might be used to the science experiment growing in the coffee mugs next to you, but your boss definitely isn’t. Make sure that you’re staying engaged! Video conference meetings are not the time to catch up on your Slack/Email or to read the latest Buzzfeed listicle. Always take the time to do a tech-check! If you have the option, use a headset or headphones with a built-in microphone to keep your audio crisp and functional. Finally, don’t be afraid to have fun with it! For most, working from home isn’t their first choice to get things done. To ease that, think through different themes for the folks on the call to emulate or see who can come up with the most creative background. Happy conference calling!

Mar 30 — Kiln From Home

Webinar: SBA Loans and Your Business

PanelJon Cheney, Founder + CEO of SeekDave Willson, Partner at ProvenCFOMarla Trollan, District Director of the SBAJon Gygi, District Council of the SBAMiles Hansen, CEO + President of the Utah World Trade Center Friday, March 27th, we sat down to discuss new SBA Loan programs and options for small businesses.

Mar 30 — Kiln From Home

Tips for Parents Working from Home

Most of the world in an instant became “remote workers” from home amid the impact of COVID-19. For parents the reality of adapting to multi-tasking with screaming children, excel sheets and conference calls all while trying to serve up a mac and cheese lunch became a new reality. So how do parents navigate this new remote working environment while having kids at home. Here are some proven tips that will help you through the next little bit- 1- Create a Schedule- By creating a calendar so that you can manage time effectively you will increase your ability to manage stress and produce results. Be sure that you calendar your kids to be engaged with something during important calls or remote meetings so that you can stay engaged while they are busy. 2- Communicate- A quick morning huddle with your kids just as you did with your teams in the office will help your kids understand what is expected and gives them a clear view of what is happening for the day. By communicating up front you will be able to manage any frustrations that may arise throughout the day. 3- Spend quality time with your kids- Make sure that you take time out of your day for activities in the home or yard and engage with your kids. By carving out this valuable time you will be able to be less distracted during work moments and diminish the amount of times that your kiddos are coming up to nag for attention. 4- Establish a work zone- Choose a place in your home to work from so that your children understand boundaries of where work happens and where play happens. When you jump from the couch...as tempting as it is...to the kitchen table to your home office your kids won’t know when and where its appropriate to engage with you throughout the day. 5- Utilize resources- It can seem overwhelming to have to come up with everything on your own but there are many resources out there for parents. From educational videos online to activity packets like what RAGS has created. If you visit https://rags.com/pages/rags-activities you will find plenty of options from coloring to word searches and more for free! With these three simple tips you can help create an effective home work environment while maintaining your sanity! You got this! Your friends at RAGS

Mar 26 — Kiln From Home

How Do You Manage The Stress?

In these uncertain times that we are living in today, stress, anxiety, and worry are bound to infiltrate our lives. I know that with everything going on, my work, home, and social life have been dramatically impacted and have left me with a world of worry. I am sure you have felt something similar. I’ve done some research that can help you maintain balance and find relief. Some daily practices that have lifted my spirits and resulted in reduced stress are…Write it down. Journaling your life and gratitude experiences can help you reflect on the good. Exercise first. With the weather warming up, the mornings have been nice and beautiful. Go out for a morning walk or workout before starting the day. Take one thing at a time. If things are piling up and it’s been extremely difficult to find balance, try compiling a written list of all of your to-do’s and tackle one item at a time. Take a break! When you’re overwhelmed, it may be best to clear your mind for at least 5 minutes. Try going for a walk, taking a quick meditation break, or listening to a couple of your favorite songs to refresh your brain. Only control the controllable. If you’re like me, you hyper focus on all that is going wrong. Take some time to make a list of all of the things you're stressed about and divide them into two categories: Things you can control and things you can’t. I find it helpful to let go of the things I can’t control and to improve the things I can. Here are some additional tips from Healthline…Reduce your caffeine intake. Try to moderate yourself and find beverage alternatives like water or juice. Learn to say no. For the part decisions that are in your control, learn to say no to things you can’t juggle or feel overwhelming. Learn to avoid procrastination. Get in the habit of making a to-do list organized by priority and give yourself a realistic deadline. Below are more resources that can help you face this daily battle of stress and worry. Improve Your Day 16 Ways to Relieve Stress and Anxiety Seven Types of Self-Care Activities to Cope with StressManaging and Avoiding BurnoutNeed an extra push? Try one of these stress relieving apps that walk you through meditation, mindfulness, and sleep strategies. HappifyCalmHeadspace

Mar 23 — Kiln From Home

Webinar: Weathering the Storm

Today, we are hosted a live stream conversation with Petersen Ventures LLC, Kickstart Seed Fund, and Album VC.We are grateful to Ben Capell, Gavin Christensen, and Sid Krommenhoek for being willing to share some words of wisdom and encouragement during a challenging time. Together we will weather the storm.Watch the conversation here.

Mar 20 — Kiln From Home

Tips for Your Kiln From Home Setup

Working (or Kilning) from home can be incredibly daunting to any employee. The idea of melding your worlds from the place where you accomplish career goals and the space you smash your life goals may feel like the kind of task that makes you just want to go back to bed. Luckily, the Kiln team has some quick and easy dos and don’ts for you to make your space your own and stay in that productivity zone. First things first, your bed is not your desk. This is a crucial piece to the work from home set-up. Working in your bed confuses your brain into never knowing if you’re trying to sleep or to be productive. Next, do your best to mirror your at-work set-up. Used to having multiple monitors? See if your employer would mind you bringing them home for the next couple of weeks. It’s all in the little things! Add plants, bright colors and small prints or family photos that will bring a smile to your face when you seen them. After that, all you really need is a comfortable chair and you’ll be set. Beyond all else, remember, now is not the time to be hard on yourself. You’re doing your best and it will get easier. To make things a little sweeter, we have a fun contest for all of you! Share your at-home set-up with us on Instagram. Tag @kiln.co and use #kilnfromhome for a chance to win a gift card to a local business!

Mar 19 — Kiln From Home

VideoPeel Takes on Techstars

We are excited to celebrate Kiln Lehi members VideoPeel on their acceptance into the Techstars Boulder Cohort! After connecting with Techstars at a Kiln event, VideoPeel knew they were a good fit. TechStars is an elite accelerator program with a less than 1% acceptance rate. Their core mission and belief is rooted in the notion that entrepreneurs can change the world and collaboration drives innovation. “When Natty Zola (Managing Director, Techstars Boulder) told us we were selected, I got emotional. To have an organization like Techstars believe in us was a huge vote of confidence. I couldn't help but share with him the story. I'll never forget the day I got on my knees in one of the phone booths at the Kiln and said a prayer, asking the Lord how we were going to fund the growth of VideoPeel. As soon as I got back to my table, I saw a notice on my calendar that the Kiln was hosting an event that very hour together with Techstars. I had my answer. I attended the Techstars presentation where Natty and Kristen were presenting, and the rest is history. Techstars is incredible. I would recommend every startup to apply to the program.” shares Patrick Tedjamulia. VideoPeel is a platform for video reviews, video testimonials, user-generated videos, and video-based feedback. With an emphasis on transparency, VideoPeel’s video review helps businesses tell their story with the aid of happy consumers. When asked about the moment they knew VideoPeel was a viable product, Tedjamulia shared, “We knew we had a viable product when we started seeing hundreds of authentic customer videos come in for our clients including eCommerce businesses selling on Shopify, Amazon, Facebook, etc.., and even online education businesses, hospitals, dentists, pharmacies, software companies, authors, local services companies, fitness programs, schools, etc... We're paving the way for an evolution in online marketing and communications. We've already had a customer pass the 1,000 video testimonials milestone.” We are eager to witness VideoPeel’s continued success! Interested in learning more? Check out their website here or email them at [email protected]

Yesterday — Startups

Tips & Tricks for Video Conferencing Meetings

Human’s ability to adapt and overcome is something that is truly remarkable. One of the most recent examples I’ve seen of this is the (almost) seamless transition of traditional meetings to a new normal of the video conference call. To aid this transition, we’ve compiled some tips and tricks on video conference best practices to keep us all connected! First things first, get that camera on! Showing your face provides more of a human social element when you’re taking meetings virtually. To kick it up a notch from a phone call, show off that face of yours. Next, use that mute button like it’s your new job. When you’re not speaking, it’s best practice to mute yourself so attention isn’t pulled away from the speaker with every creak, bump or meow from your home office. Third, find your light. Natural light has proven positive health benefits, but it also helps make sure that all of your coworkers can see you clearly without suspicion that there is a ghoul in the background. It is also important to keep your home office tidy for video conference calls. You might be used to the science experiment growing in the coffee mugs next to you, but your boss definitely isn’t. Make sure that you’re staying engaged! Video conference meetings are not the time to catch up on your Slack/Email or to read the latest Buzzfeed listicle. Always take the time to do a tech-check! If you have the option, use a headset or headphones with a built-in microphone to keep your audio crisp and functional. Finally, don’t be afraid to have fun with it! For most, working from home isn’t their first choice to get things done. To ease that, think through different themes for the folks on the call to emulate or see who can come up with the most creative background. Happy conference calling!

Mar 30 — Kiln From Home

Webinar: SBA Loans and Your Business

PanelJon Cheney, Founder + CEO of SeekDave Willson, Partner at ProvenCFOMarla Trollan, District Director of the SBAJon Gygi, District Council of the SBAMiles Hansen, CEO + President of the Utah World Trade Center Friday, March 27th, we sat down to discuss new SBA Loan programs and options for small businesses.

Mar 30 — Kiln From Home

Tips for Parents Working from Home

Most of the world in an instant became “remote workers” from home amid the impact of COVID-19. For parents the reality of adapting to multi-tasking with screaming children, excel sheets and conference calls all while trying to serve up a mac and cheese lunch became a new reality. So how do parents navigate this new remote working environment while having kids at home. Here are some proven tips that will help you through the next little bit- 1- Create a Schedule- By creating a calendar so that you can manage time effectively you will increase your ability to manage stress and produce results. Be sure that you calendar your kids to be engaged with something during important calls or remote meetings so that you can stay engaged while they are busy. 2- Communicate- A quick morning huddle with your kids just as you did with your teams in the office will help your kids understand what is expected and gives them a clear view of what is happening for the day. By communicating up front you will be able to manage any frustrations that may arise throughout the day. 3- Spend quality time with your kids- Make sure that you take time out of your day for activities in the home or yard and engage with your kids. By carving out this valuable time you will be able to be less distracted during work moments and diminish the amount of times that your kiddos are coming up to nag for attention. 4- Establish a work zone- Choose a place in your home to work from so that your children understand boundaries of where work happens and where play happens. When you jump from the couch...as tempting as it is...to the kitchen table to your home office your kids won’t know when and where its appropriate to engage with you throughout the day. 5- Utilize resources- It can seem overwhelming to have to come up with everything on your own but there are many resources out there for parents. From educational videos online to activity packets like what RAGS has created. If you visit https://rags.com/pages/rags-activities you will find plenty of options from coloring to word searches and more for free! With these three simple tips you can help create an effective home work environment while maintaining your sanity! You got this! Your friends at RAGS

Mar 26 — Kiln From Home

How Do You Manage The Stress?

In these uncertain times that we are living in today, stress, anxiety, and worry are bound to infiltrate our lives. I know that with everything going on, my work, home, and social life have been dramatically impacted and have left me with a world of worry. I am sure you have felt something similar. I’ve done some research that can help you maintain balance and find relief. Some daily practices that have lifted my spirits and resulted in reduced stress are…Write it down. Journaling your life and gratitude experiences can help you reflect on the good. Exercise first. With the weather warming up, the mornings have been nice and beautiful. Go out for a morning walk or workout before starting the day. Take one thing at a time. If things are piling up and it’s been extremely difficult to find balance, try compiling a written list of all of your to-do’s and tackle one item at a time. Take a break! When you’re overwhelmed, it may be best to clear your mind for at least 5 minutes. Try going for a walk, taking a quick meditation break, or listening to a couple of your favorite songs to refresh your brain. Only control the controllable. If you’re like me, you hyper focus on all that is going wrong. Take some time to make a list of all of the things you're stressed about and divide them into two categories: Things you can control and things you can’t. I find it helpful to let go of the things I can’t control and to improve the things I can. Here are some additional tips from Healthline…Reduce your caffeine intake. Try to moderate yourself and find beverage alternatives like water or juice. Learn to say no. For the part decisions that are in your control, learn to say no to things you can’t juggle or feel overwhelming. Learn to avoid procrastination. Get in the habit of making a to-do list organized by priority and give yourself a realistic deadline. Below are more resources that can help you face this daily battle of stress and worry. Improve Your Day 16 Ways to Relieve Stress and Anxiety Seven Types of Self-Care Activities to Cope with StressManaging and Avoiding BurnoutNeed an extra push? Try one of these stress relieving apps that walk you through meditation, mindfulness, and sleep strategies. HappifyCalmHeadspace

Mar 23 — Kiln From Home

Webinar: Weathering the Storm

Today, we are hosted a live stream conversation with Petersen Ventures LLC, Kickstart Seed Fund, and Album VC.We are grateful to Ben Capell, Gavin Christensen, and Sid Krommenhoek for being willing to share some words of wisdom and encouragement during a challenging time. Together we will weather the storm.Watch the conversation here.

Mar 20 — Kiln From Home

Tips for Your Kiln From Home Setup

Working (or Kilning) from home can be incredibly daunting to any employee. The idea of melding your worlds from the place where you accomplish career goals and the space you smash your life goals may feel like the kind of task that makes you just want to go back to bed. Luckily, the Kiln team has some quick and easy dos and don’ts for you to make your space your own and stay in that productivity zone. First things first, your bed is not your desk. This is a crucial piece to the work from home set-up. Working in your bed confuses your brain into never knowing if you’re trying to sleep or to be productive. Next, do your best to mirror your at-work set-up. Used to having multiple monitors? See if your employer would mind you bringing them home for the next couple of weeks. It’s all in the little things! Add plants, bright colors and small prints or family photos that will bring a smile to your face when you seen them. After that, all you really need is a comfortable chair and you’ll be set. Beyond all else, remember, now is not the time to be hard on yourself. You’re doing your best and it will get easier. To make things a little sweeter, we have a fun contest for all of you! Share your at-home set-up with us on Instagram. Tag @kiln.co and use #kilnfromhome for a chance to win a gift card to a local business!

Mar 19 — Kiln From Home

Kiln Startup Showcase Accepted Applicants

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