Hearpreneur

MARCH 4, 2022

Being in love with your business, when you’re an entrepreneur, is even better. Although there are days when tossing in your hat seems like a viable option, remembering how much you love your “job” can quickly snap an entrepreneur out of that mentality. Different business owners also have different reasons why they love their business.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 4, 2017

Entrepreneur of the Year” finalist. They fundamentally become value seekers; they look for value in every experience, in every conversation. Remember, customers are the reason you do what you do. But the average venture sputters along at an NPS of only 5 percent to 10 percent, or even negative.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 14, 2013

But as you slog away at your 9 to 5 and go through the motions of daily life, in your own mind, you feel that true success is still eluding you. But the risks involved in becoming an entrepreneur, you think, are just too great. And that is where you’re wrong. The solution is to become a part-time entrepreneur.

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ReadWriteStart

AUGUST 19, 2019

Success has its age-old formula inscribed in golden letters on every wall that reads: “In order to become the one percent, you must execute the right idea , in the right direction , at the right time.” Failures, on the other hand, occur majorly due to the following reasons: Quitting too early in the process; lack of persistence.

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Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

It may sound counterintuitive, but in an attempt to save money and keep their company afloat, many entrepreneurs have actually ended up misspending their funds. When paying employees becomes too expensive, many companies either lay people off or keep their workers but reduce salaries. Have you been making the same mistake?

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 26, 2011

I have often said that what separates real entrepreneurs from pundits and bystanders is a bias towards getting things done versus over analyzing things. The startup entrepreneur knows that they’re going to be wrong often. They’re flexible and willing to admit when they’re wrong. The idea has become conventional wisdom.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

by Karen McGregor , author of “ The Tao of Influence: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Leaders and Entrepreneurs “ If you’re a leader, everything you say and do is amplified. Or that there is something wrong or bad about me? In that moment, become aware of the sensation and the pain your body wants to express and release.

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NZ Entrepreneur

DECEMBER 10, 2020

When they use their own misunderstanding to justify a reason to not invest it was initially very exasperating.”. I found 20 different opinions on what should be in our deck and none of them were either right or wrong.”. If you sway in the wind of public opinion of your product you will lose your focus and become despondent.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

by Alejandro Cremades , cofounder of Panthera Advisors and author of “ The Art of Startup Fundraising: Pitching Investors, Negotiating the Deal, and Everything Else Entrepreneurs Need to Know “ Why should entrepreneurs intentionally be generous when negotiating with investors? They believe it builds loyalty and trust.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 25, 2016

In our industry we applaud the efforts for entrepreneurs to have tried and we know that today’s failure can bring the experience for tomorrow’s success. You may still fail but at least you’ll have less chance of failing for the wrong reasons. Many startup businesses – tech or otherwise – fail.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 15, 2016

This has led VC & entrepreneur bloggers alike to similar conclusions: start raising capital early and be careful about having too high of a burn rate because that lessens the amount of runway you have until you need more cash. I’m surprised how few entrepreneurs have this open conversation with their investors.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

The reason that most investors quickly zero in on net burn is that if you have $3 million in your bank account and have a net burn of $150,000 per month you have more than 18 months of cash left provided your net burn stays constant. The reason is that no VC wants to see the venture debt provider get burned if you become bankrupt.

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 14, 2011

And as long as people put things right and show contrition, situations like this eventually become a “ tempest in a teapot. &# Today’s Internet titans are filled with such momentary lapses. Is there a reason I need to communicate to my constituents? ’ You’re being talked about for the wrong thing.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 27, 2011

A few reasons. Babak Nivi is one of the most understated, helpful & important people on the entrepreneur / startup scene in NorCal. What he (along with Naval) started with AngelList is also a very important transformation to the communications between first-time entrepreneurs & angels. So why I am writing it then?

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Hearpreneur

AUGUST 2, 2023

Each story is different though the reasons may remain the same. Here is what some entrepreneurs say about why they started their business. #1- 4- To popularize landscaping Photo Credit: Bryan Clayton The reason I started GreenPal was born out of my personal experience. Thanks to Jocelyn Newman, First Peak ! #4-

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Up and Running

APRIL 22, 2021

There are myriad reasons that contribute to low success rates. Reasons why startups and small businesses fail. Many reasons contribute to why startups and small businesses fail. As an entrepreneur, you may have had to deal with some of the issues above. Entrepreneurs put in place stringent measures to ensure this.

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Up and Running

APRIL 1, 2021

When your business is also your passion, it can become all too easy to develop tunnel-vision. You have to be humble enough to admit when you’re wrong and look for help from others. On average, it takes entrepreneurs three years to accrue the same annual salary they received at their former full-time job.

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YoungUpstarts

MARCH 11, 2016

Besides the convenience of allowing the staffing company to do all the heavy lifting for you — advertising, resume-scanning, interviewing, and on boarding—it can be too expensive hiring the wrong people. Here are four unexpected costs startups have experienced when they hired the wrong people: 1. Types of Bad Employees. The Poor Fit.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

They know that an inflated ego can cause them to make bad decisions and lead the team down the wrong path. These questions can help you become aware of any red flags that may signal a lack of humility. Speak the truth for the right reasons. Remember the three magic words to reset any relationship: I was wrong.

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Hearpreneur

DECEMBER 23, 2020

The reason is that every new year brings about a “newness” for lack of a better term when we are able to start fresh and change those things that we did bad or things we have been thinking about doing. So that’s why we are excited about 2021 because there will be more and more entrepreneurs and businesses. 5-Take four-day workweeks.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 14, 2010

While many of my friends bragged about their 5 condos in Florida I kept talking about how the real estate market was in a bubble – their gains an illusion. For reason number two people pay a higher price & rent in New York than they do in San Antonio, Texas. It is slowly becoming Florida Condos.

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Steve Blank

AUGUST 31, 2009

So what’s wrong the product development model? This alone should be a pretty good clue about what’s wrong with using the product development diagram as the sole guide to what a startup needs to be doing. Because it isn’t until after first customer ship that a startup discovers that their initial hypotheses were simply wrong (i.e.

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Up and Running

MAY 12, 2020

Remote work and home-based businesses have slowly become a regular aspect of the modern-day workforce. While many traditional jobs still can’t function remotely, or have difficulty adjusting, many entrepreneurs have found success in starting a business from home. Not sure where to start? Do you want to be your own boss?

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 26, 2015

Often if it’s a bigger firm (say 4 partners or more) and it’s a super small investment for their fund size (let’s say $250-500k when they normally invest $5-7 million) they will just require 1 or 2 partners to decide. But if I fail, I want to fail for the right reasons. You should follow these guys on Twitter.

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Up and Running

MAY 10, 2017

Looking back, they had every reason to be skeptical, and it probably only bothered me because it was based in truth. Many an entrepreneur has said that if they’d known how hard it was going to be, they may not have started a company in the first place. See Also: Bplans Quiz: Are You Entrepreneur Material?

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 16, 2016

At the same time, despite these odds, entrepreneurs have gusto about growth. But entrepreneurs face other concerns that compete with this growth focus, including hiring, maintaining current revenue sources and distinguishing themselves from the competition. Leverage the opportunity to become better, from the inside out.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 29, 2019

And the truth is there are many great benefits to becoming a consultant. A lot can go wrong with a start-up. One reason people go to work for companies is to have a guaranteed income. Clients choose to ‘go another way’ for all kinds of reasons. In fact, you may even be thinking about taking the leap yourself.

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Duct Tape Marketing

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Key Takeaway: Almost any dream can become a reality with the right mindset and strategies. Liz’s journey from starting TransPerfect to her philanthropic endeavors serves as an inspiring roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs and leaders. John (04:05): I always love to ask entrepreneurs this question. Let's get started. (00:29):

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Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 17, 2009

This is part of my new series on what makes an entrepreneur successful. I originally posted it on VentureHacks , one of my favorite websites for entrepreneurs. I also wonder about the entrepreneur who would sign a term sheet that came from somebody they hadn’t gotten to know over time. Great entrepreneurs pivot.

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Hearpreneur

AUGUST 21, 2020

Here’s what entrepreneurs had to say about the companies they admire for their innovation. #1- Without owning any physical rental properties themselves, they managed to become the first place people research when trying to find accommodation for a trip. One of the companies that’s known for innovation is Apple. 1- Open Bionics.

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Hearpreneur

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Often entrepreneurs and business owners create their New Year’s Resolutions around their business. We asked entrepreneurs to share their biggest goals and what they were looking forward to in 2020. #1- This line of thinking is harmful to the growth and expansion of any company and it’s just plain wrong.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 25, 2019

And the truth is there are many great benefits to becoming a consultant. A lot can go wrong with a start-up. One reason people go to work for companies is to have a guaranteed income. Clients choose to ‘go another way’ for all kinds of reasons. Well… some of the time it does, anyway. But — oh no!

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The Next Web

AUGUST 12, 2013

It’s part three of a series, cross-posted from his own blog , in which he draws on his experience to offer advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in Europe and beyond. If you want to be an entrepreneur, think like an athlete and define your own mission. One reason for this is fear. Why do you want to build a business?

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 23, 2014

But if the Colonel had decided to quit after the first 5, or 20, or 999 “noes,” his now-beloved recipe would be an anonymous footnote in history. The problem is many entrepreneurs aren’t willing to take that risk. Maybe your reasoning is correct and the other party will give you that ‘no’ you were expecting…but maybe they won’t.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Your valuable brand equity takes time to accrue and it shouldn’t be squandered lightly and without good reason. Others make intentional branding choices; but over time, for one reason or another, those choices no longer serve the business well. You’re focused on the wrong audience. So, why rebrand your company? It happens.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 23, 2017

There are some specific reasons for this option, and this explanation might help you determine how to approach the funding of your start-up. This approach would be beneficial only up to a certain extent, as soon you’ll realise that the ones wanting a piece of action have entirely different viewpoints, as to what the start up must become.

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Mike Michalowicz

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

To give you a head start and to help you avoid some of the pitfalls along the way, I interviewed 5 amazing thought leaders in the Healthcare Staffing Industry. Without a diversified customer base, a Healthcare Staffing Firm is vulnerable if one client goes wrong.

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