article thumbnail

18 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Business

Hearpreneur

Now, we can share our proven business model with people everywhere. I became a business owner because I could. 21 years ago, I ventured into the music business launching a public relations and marketing firm — Webster Public Relations. Thanks to Kirt Webster, Webster Public Relations !

San Diego 111
article thumbnail

Beware The Consultant

infochachkie.com

There is an inherent conflict in a consultant’s business model and the needs of a startup. For instance, if a consultant proposes to help you with public relations, pay them a commission equivalent to the greater of a flat fee per story placed or a percentage of revenue generated from the PR coverage.

Equity 40