YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

The big day for small business owners is November 28th this year. Launched in 2010, American Express Small Business Saturday has become an annual tradition celebrating independent retailers. It’s a great way for small local businesses to compete with larger companies for holiday dollars.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Any information that helps support your business idea goes here, including market studies, legal agreements, photos of your products, and more. For more information about how to create a business plan, the Small Business Administration has you covered. Click here to see their complete guide to writing a business plan.

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crowdSPRING Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

You might have many business ideas, but it’s important for you to focus on one. You can learn more about the nuts and bolts of establishing and maintaining a consistent brand in Grow Your Small Business with Consistent Branding. Fill in the Business Blanks. This is where market research can help you.

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 21, 2014

While our data does apply to a US audience, the reasons for starting a business really aren’t going to be that different, whether you’re in Canada or South Africa. Think the country is dominated by big businesses run by people with MBAs? You don’t need any ‘special’ training to run a business.

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VC Adventure

APRIL 30, 2020

I wrote recently about the The Finance Assistance Network (FAN) , that I helped set up (along with Lew Visscher and Phil Votteiro) three weeks ago to offer pro bono financial advice to small businesses affected by COVID-19. Getting money into the hands of small businesses is a good idea, and we applaud the government’s quick actions.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

You can also contact your local Small Business Association (SBA) branch, which offers guidance at no cost! If you have a business idea taking off, creating a Kickstarter campaign might be the best option for financial aid. Apply for Small-business Loans with Local Banks and Credit Unions.

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Up and Running

MAY 6, 2015

Each week we discuss the latest news, resources and advice for entrepreneurs and small business owners. In this week’s episode we discuss: 10 Things the Bank Will Ask When You Need a Business Loan. We’re helping small businesses. Peter: Collateral is a major sticking point for a lot of small businesses.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 15, 2018

A common excuse I hear from entrepreneurs for not doing the work is that real market research takes too much time, and costs too much money. The local Small Business Association (SBA) offices, or their equivalent in other countries, can often provide market statistics on key market domains in your area.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 31, 2019

For businesses that earn less than $5 million annually in sales, the US Small Business Administration (SBA) recommends allocating six to seven percent of the revenue. Irrespective of the nature of your business, a keyway to save money is to get suitable business insurances. Ways to save marketing expenses.

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Up and Running

MAY 14, 2015

Small Business Administration (SBA) are attractive for business owners because they offer a range of loan sizes, long repayment terms, and most importantly, low interest rates. See Also Bplans Small Business Loan Finder. So what’s not to like about SBA loans? See Also The Complete Guide to SBA Loans.

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Up and Running

APRIL 4, 2022

But, is it really impossible to launch a business without any startup capital? Table of contents Can I start a business with no money? How to start a small business with no money 1. Identify your business idea 2. You can run the business in your spare time, on weekends, holidays, or after work.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Any information that helps support your business idea goes here, including market studies, legal agreements, photos of your products, and more. For more information about how to create a business plan, the Small Business Administration has you covered. Click here to see their complete guide to writing a business plan.

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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. Think social media, loyalty programs, discounts and freebies, contests, and so on. Connect with other businesses. According to StartupBros : 60.3

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David Teten

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

That said, venture capital is just one of many options to finance your business, and it’s typically the most expensive. I find many CEOs/CFOs default to approaching the investors who have the most social media followers; who have spent the most money sponsoring events; or whom they met at an event. Small Business Association Loans.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 22, 2014

A common excuse I hear from entrepreneurs for not doing the work is that real market research takes too much time and costs too much money. The local Small Business Association (SBA) offices, or their equivalent in other countries, can often provide statistics on key market domains in your area.

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Up and Running

MAY 4, 2016

Only 18 percent of total revenue in 2016 was from the top four largest players in the fitness industry, while small speciality gyms and independently-owned fitness businesses made up the rest. In addition, many of these gym and fitness centers employ very little to no staff, which makes startup costs and barriers to entry low.

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Up and Running

MAY 30, 2016

This approach is a recipe for failure in an industry that relies on word of mouth and social media recommendations. Do you have a sufficient business background? 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.

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Up and Running

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

Backed by a team of private local investors, ColdFire gained access to additional capital through an SBA loan. By focusing on branding even before construction had begun on the brewery, ColdFire has been building a local following through social media and building buzz for their grand opening. Costs vary by scope, location, and market.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 28, 2016

A common excuse I hear from entrepreneurs for not doing the work is that real market research takes too much time, and costs too much money. The local Small Business Association (SBA) offices, or their equivalent in other countries, can often provide market statistics on key market domains in your area.

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Up and Running

JUNE 24, 2010

The name stands for “Service Corp of Retired Executives,” a volunteer organization, funded by the Small Business Administration, offering free counseling and related help to entrepreneurs and small businesses in the United States. We charge $49 for that, which is barely more than the SCORE costs. And then a third.

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crowdSPRING Blog

MARCH 26, 2010

someone who had used her Networlding process and found success, she decided to write a book using both of their expertise that would help young business professionals start using LinkedIn and social media marketing. The cost is certainly very reasonable but, primarily, I use it because I love the creative collaboration that results.

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crowdSPRING Blog

MARCH 26, 2010

someone who had used her Networlding process and found success, she decided to write a book using both of their expertise that would help young business professionals start using LinkedIn and social media marketing. The cost is certainly very reasonable but, primarily, I use it because I love the creative collaboration that results.

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Up and Running

MAY 23, 2016

The software was sold based on installation cost running on local servers for enterprises—which was very, very expensive. There was a big need in the market for small and medium-sized businesses that could not afford to pay for local servers and an IT team. 35 Great Ways to Fund a Small Business. Do your own PR.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), a whopping 627,000 businesses launch annually. But an estimated 595,000 businesses also go out of business each year. Clearly, any solopreneur or small business owner who launches a business into this climate will have their work cut out for them!

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Up and Running

APRIL 11, 2016

During the planning process, Eric got a lot of great advice from a local Small Business Development Center. As a small business in real estate, I think it’s more about branding yourself than branding the business. Don’t just calculate the startup cost, calculate ‘carrying cost,'” he says.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Navigating the transition between a salaried employee and running your own consulting business can be tricky. People often ask: How do I get clients for my consulting business? Can I start a consulting business while working full time? How do I become a small business consultant? Fill In the Business Blanks.

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crowdSPRING Blog

JUNE 2, 2017

Build relationships with your customers via social media. Run Your Crafting Hobby as a Business. The first step to converting your crafting hobby into a crafting business is pretty obvious- start treating it like a business. Business cards are another essential piece of your customer service puzzle.

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crowdSPRING Blog

MARCH 5, 2019

People often ask: How much does it cost to set up an Etsy shop? Do you have to have a business license to sell on Etsy? You can learn more about the nuts and bolts of establishing and maintaining consistent brand identity in Grow Your Small Business with Consistent Branding. How do I sell successfully on Etsy?

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Hunter Walker

JUNE 8, 2016

This week I’ll be running a series of Five Question interviews with small businesses which were facilitated by BondStreet , a SMB lending platform (we’re investors). HW: All of the social platforms claim to help small businesses and brands amplify their voice, find their customers. You should be investigating this more!”

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Up and Running

JUNE 23, 2014

What’s the cost of entry—is it prohibitively high, or can anyone enter your market? Your gross margin is the difference between your cost and the sales price. You will also need to address the cost of compliance. Barriers to entry: What are the potential pitfalls of entering your particular market? Regulations.

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Hunter Walker

JUNE 8, 2016

This week I’ll be running a series of Five Question interviews with small businesses which were facilitated by BondStreet , a SMB lending platform (we’re investors). HW: All of the social platforms claim to help small businesses and brands amplify their voice, find their customers. You should be investigating this more!”

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Up and Running

DECEMBER 5, 2014

Keep in mind, the world is full of people who want to succeed in business. To find an answer better than “gut instinct,” we talked to successful small business owners about how they hedged their bets, and the answers were creative and easy to implement. These are people who have been where you are and know the ropes.

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crowdSPRING Blog

MARCH 14, 2019

If you’re interested in starting a real estate business to help buyers and sellers navigate the stressful and complicated process of working through one of the biggest transactions of their lives, you’ll need to make sure your business is well prepared. How much do real estate business owners make?

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Up and Running

MAY 28, 2015

We recently had Tim Berry, Palo Alto Software founder and business planning expert, present our Bplans audience with his latest advice on lean business planning. You do in small business, in startups, you survive on focus, and my shortcut to strategy that I like is think about identify, market and business offering.

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