Gust

DECEMBER 15, 2013

There is so much written these days about how to attract investors that most entrepreneurs “assume” they need funding, and don’t even consider a plan for “bootstrapping,” or self-financing their startup. Maybe that’s why bootstrapped startups are the norm, rather than externally funded ones.

Bootstrapping 183

Bootstrapping Sweat Equity Entrepreneur Technical Review 183

Gust

JUNE 17, 2012

For example, with any outside investment, you give up some ownership and control, and with bootstrapping your growth curve will likely be longer and more organic. Yet, I find that startup founders often fixate on one or two sources, often to the detriment of their business. Small business grants. Friends and family.

Technical Review 164

Technical Review Bootstrapping Venture Capital Incubator 164

Gust

JUNE 15, 2014

If you as the entrepreneur are willing to embrace accountability, here is how these same statements should come out: “My idea is so big, I will bootstrap the business myself if I have to.”. “My biggest challenge is make sure everyone is carrying their weight.”. Even in a down economy, there are some things that everyone needs.”. “I

Entrepreneur 174

Entrepreneur Bootstrapping Employee Restful 174

Gust

JUNE 10, 2012

I recognize that different small businesses will have different types of startup costs. For example, a furniture retailer might need a storefront and staff, while you might run an online retail business, at home in your shorts, with no facility or staff at all. Of course, a word of caution is also in order here.

Cost 139

Cost Burn Rate SEM Startup 139