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7 Ways Academic Connections Can Assist A New Venture

Startup Professionals Musings

Business plan assistance. Every university has entrepreneurial courses or evening classes that can provide assistance on creating your initial plan. Look for special programs for entrepreneurs, like the Arizona State University Furnace Technology Transfer Accelerator program that I am familiar with, available to non-students.

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‘Do-It-Yourself’ Startups Have Never Been Easier

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Obviously, commercial e-commerce sites handling thousands of products and back-office functions are more expensive, and usually require professional help to do the custom programming and special site navigation features. All this may cost a few thousand dollars, but don’t get talked into an Amazon.com replacement just yet.

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6 Drivers For Aspiring Entrepreneurs To Finish School

Startup Professionals Musings

Mark Zuckerberg, while still in school, tested the viability of his “ FaceMash ” technology as a business by rolling it out to other students at Harvard as customers. He learned quickly that several pivots were required for business, legal, and customer acceptance reasons. Take advantage of free startup programs and mentors.

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6 Ways To Build A Business Based On A Higher Purpose

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For example, consider CVS Health's Project Health program, which directed teams to provide free health screenings to disadvantaged and underserved patient populations. Don’t be afraid to adapt your thinking and look for just the right timing to capitalize on a business opportunity that also satisfies your purpose.

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5 Easy Steps to Your Own E-Commerce Startup for $100

Startup Professionals Musings

Obviously, commercial e-commerce sites handling thousands of products and back-office functions are more expensive, and usually require professional help to do the custom programming and special site navigation features. All this may cost a few thousand dollars, but don’t get talked into an Amazon.com replacement just yet.

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Kick-Start Your eCommerce Business for $100 or Less

Startup Professionals Musings

Obviously, commercial e-commerce sites handling thousands of products and back-office functions are more expensive, and usually require professional help to do the custom programming and special site navigation features. All this may cost a few thousand dollars, but don’t get talked into an Amazon.com replacement just yet.

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How And Where To Connect To The Entrepreneur Universe

Startup Professionals Musings

All universities love and need to get help from people in the “real world” for coaching and judging activities in their Entrepreneurship and MBA programs. Don’t do cold calls or email blasts of your resume and business plan to potential investors. Volunteer to help out with entrepreneur activities at your local university.