Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Here are some tips and rules of thumb to improve your odds and help you understand when a bank loan or line of credit is possible, and how to get it: Write a good business plan first. Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression.

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Silicon Valley CPA Small Business Administration SBA 431

Up and Running

APRIL 27, 2020

As businesses look for emerging relief options like the Paycheck Protection Program and SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans , to help them mitigate loss and improve cash flow , you should be looking at more traditional credit options. Putting it all together to start your business. Better credit options.

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Software Review Lean Forecast Business Plan 113

Up and Running

JUNE 29, 2010

And I’ve been meaning to post about the national SBDC program ever since. Good Clean Love is one of several good local companies that have been through our SBDC’s business management program. For a class on bookkeeping, marketing, business planning, getting financed, call your nearest SBDC. for $49-$99.

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SBA United States Portland Oregon 80

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

Fortunately, in 2015, loans to small businesses are expected to increase; great news for small businesses searching for capital. Small Business Administration. The SBA has a variety of loan programs and offers considerable resources to small business startups. How do small businesses avoid failure?

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Board Effect

JUNE 9, 2021

If hiring a grant writer is out of financial reach, you might consider sending one or more of your board members to a workshop or seminar on grant writing as part of your board education program. Bear in mind, if your organization doesn’t get approved for a startup business grant the first time around, you may be able to apply again later.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 5, 2019

The US government is keen to help small businesses to thrive and through the Small Business Administration (SBA) works with approved lenders to help entrepreneurs secure the loans they need. If your business plan is solid and the bank or credit union can see that it has a real chance of success, you may be in luck.

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Finance SBA Small Business Administration Angel Investor 147

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

We’re talking about your credit score for your business. Second, draw up a strong business plan. In this plan, share how you run your business currently, share projections for the future and make it clear where you think your business will be in five years with expenses and even more projections shown.

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Finance Small Business SBA Small Business Administration 150

Up and Running

APRIL 2, 2015

One of the first things overly-optimistic entrepreneurs discover as they look for funding is that banks don’t fund business plans. So your business has to have hard assets it can pledge to back up a business loan. See Also The Complete Guide to SBA Loans. Business plan. Collateral.

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Up and Running

AUGUST 15, 2017

percent said they’ve always wanted to own their own business. The SBA says that about two-thirds of businesses fold within the first ten years. This means the proper execution of your idea or plan is of paramount importance. A lot of entrepreneurs spend their valuable time and resources devising the perfect business plan.

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Software Review Social Media Search Cloud 96

Up and Running

MARCH 26, 2020

For small businesses, this often means personally guaranteeing a loan with your own home. Apply for an SBA Disaster Assistance Loan: The SBA is making hundreds of billions of dollars available for low-interest small business loans. Review marketing programs: Are there marketing programs that you should cut or reduce?

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 1, 2018

Here are some tips and rules of thumb to improve your odds and help you understand when a bank loan or line of credit is possible, and how to get it: Write a good business plan first. Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression.

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Silicon Valley CPA Small Business Administration SBA 210

Up and Running

FEBRUARY 28, 2012

The Startup America Partnership is offering a collection of real business tools and resources, mostly web-based, to help startups and small businesses do better. This is the White-House-sponsored small business program announced a year ago. And I am a member of SCORE, a mentorship program, sponsored by the SBA.

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Programming SBA Small Business Administration America 71

Up and Running

APRIL 11, 2017

You don’t need to be Warren Buffett to succeed in the world of business, but you’ll be working at a serious disadvantage if you can’t handle the basics of day-to-day business operations. To remedy that, it’s time to familiarize yourself with the many financing options available to fledgling businesses.

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Angel Investor Entrepreneur Finance Small Business Administration 89

Up and Running

MAY 1, 2018

A friend recommended it to me, and it was the single most important thing I did on my journey as a business owner and operator. It taught me the most important thing: How to prepare a business plan and work that plan. It helped me put together a business plan that was realistic and not just numbers thrown together.

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Hunter Walker

JUNE 10, 2016

” During this same time, I had decided to audit an MBA Entrepreneurship class at my alma mater American University in order to learn more about business plans and starting a business. As media / communications professional my business chops were lacking. Everything in our studio runs off iPads.

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Hunter Walker

JUNE 10, 2016

” During this same time, I had decided to audit an MBA Entrepreneurship class at my alma mater American University in order to learn more about business plans and starting a business. As media / communications professional my business chops were lacking. Everything in our studio runs off iPads.

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Technical Review Equity SBA Software Review 48

Up and Running

MAY 4, 2016

In addition to the many types of yoga offerings, Bread and Yoga offers a wide array of holistic programs for children and adults aimed at encouraging them to maintain overall health and wellbeing. Usually associated with a doctor’s office or hospital that makes program recommendations. The Complete Guide to SBA Loans .

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Up and Running

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

But, the good news is, if all these people could start a brewery, then you can too—as long as you know what you’re getting into and have a solid business plan for your brewery. Backed by a team of private local investors, ColdFire gained access to additional capital through an SBA loan.

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crowdSPRING Blog

JULY 8, 2020

And, small business loans are just the tip of the iceberg. So, whether you’re just starting a business or growing an existing business, let’s look at your options for small business financing. After all, your business plan will need to include ways you plan to finance your business.

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Finance Small Business SBA Small Business Administration 79

Up and Running

MAY 30, 2016

Additional resources to help you choose a location: How to Choose a Business Location. 13 Out of the Ordinary Ways to Find the Perfect Business Location. Demographic Data on the SBA Website. Additional resources to help you fund your business: Writing a Business Plan. How to Get Your Business Funded.

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VC Adventure

APRIL 30, 2020

Early Monday morning, the Small Business Administration’s application system for its second round of PPP funding crashed within an hour of coming online. The first round of $342 billion — nearly ten times what the SBA administers in a typical year — was depleted in just 13 days.

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Small Business SBA Colorado Finance 79

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 5, 2016

With these concerns in mind, how can small business owners effectively approach and secure the financing they need to execute their visions? Develop a business plan. Incorporating visuals can further enhance a business plan. This is not the case.

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Up and Running

AUGUST 29, 2014

Consider a venture feasibility study as a start on a business plan if the idea looks profitable. Most small business owners find these procedures daunting. The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides a contracting checklist to help small businesses to get started in selling to the federal government.

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Small Business CPA Government North America 87

Up and Running

JUNE 24, 2010

My chapter in Eugene OR does a quarterly workshop that puts a collection of experts (I do the business plan section, and colleagues due sections on basic legal, basic administration, hiring and firing, and marketing). I understand that a lot of the chapters have similar programs. We get great reviews. Shop around.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 2, 2017

You’ll also need to make sure you have officially registered your business with the appropriate entities in your area of operation. For simplicity, you should refer to the tips below: Construct A Business Plan. After you’ve come up with an idea, you’ll want to begin construction a business plan.

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Small Business Limited Liability Company SBA Naming 113

Up and Running

AUGUST 29, 2012

(Note: This is reposted from the Industry Word blog on the SBA Community site. Online buzz about social media for business owners seems to be moving from “Should I” to “How do I?” We’d probably also tweet about local events, local businesses, and local people to attract local connections.

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Social Media Media Business Plan Architecture 102

Steve Blank

JUNE 4, 2012

As the morning fog burns off the California coast, I am working with Steve Blank, preparing for the Lean LaunchPad Faculty Development Program we are running this August at U.C. Alex had been recruited back by his Alma Matter to create an entrepreneurship program. Small businesses make up 99.7% We think we got it figured out.

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Silicon Valley Lean Utah Customer Development 305

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 11, 2013

Here are some tips and rules of thumb to improve your odds and help you understand when a bank loan or line of credit is possible, and how to get it: Write a good business plan first. Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression.

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Entrepreneur Angel Investor Silicon Valley CPA 252

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 31, 2016

Here are some tips and rules of thumb to improve your odds and help you understand when a bank loan or line of credit is possible, and how to get it: Write a good business plan first. Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression.

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Security Angel Investor Silicon Valley CPA 120

Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

Let’s take a closer look at the concept of collateral and discuss how you can leverage yours the right way to fund the business of your dreams. See Also: 5 Reasons You Might Not Qualify for an SBA Loan…and What to Do About It. A comprehensive, well-thought-out business plan and detailed documentation where warranted go a long way.

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Up and Running

APRIL 4, 2022

Analyze what you need to run your business, and what the gaps are in your own abilities. Then, all you need is an internet connection to start searching for small business resources. You can also use free trials for paid business tools. How to start a small business with no money. Not interested in traditional funding?

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Social Media SBA Media Metrics 156

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 13, 2012

Here are some tips and rules of thumb to improve your odds and help you understand when a bank loan or line of credit is possible, and how to get it: Write a good business plan first. Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression.

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Angel Investor CPA Small Business Administration Startup 234

Up and Running

JUNE 30, 2020

Many small business financing options feel as though they have evaporated in the wake of the crisis caused by COVID-19. I’m convinced it is also a good time to revisit your business plan and make sure it reflects a reliable strategy for your business moving forward. Look for Financing Where It Can Be Found.

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Finance Forecast SBA Small Business 136

Up and Running

MARCH 20, 2013

You look for the startup sweet spot , as set by the business plan. . The main sources funding new businesses are personal savings, personal debt, commercial debt, friends and family investment, and outside investment. In some cases an SBA-guaranteed loan can lower the personal risk.

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SBA Venture Capital Small Business Administration Finance 83

Up and Running

JANUARY 5, 2011

Congratulations to the Small Business Association (SBA) for a great new redesign of its flagship SBA.gov website. This has always been the granddaddy source of official information on small business in the United States. it’s always been the first place for real businesses to look for real information.

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SBA Leadership United States Small Business 71

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 15, 2010

Here are some tips and rules of thumb to improve your odds and help you understand when a bank loan or line of credit is possible, and how to get it: Write a good business plan first. Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression.

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Angel Investor Startup CPA Small Business Administration 242

Up and Running

MAY 15, 2019

But, the good news is, if all those people could start a brewery, then you can too—as long as you know what you’re getting into and have a solid business plan for your brewery. The Hughes brothers developed a solid business plan and built a core team to bring their vision to reality. Review your business plan regularly.

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