crowdSPRING Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2018

Before you rebrand, do your due diligence. The post How to Successfully Rebrand: Everything Your Small Business Needs To Know appeared first on crowdspring Blog. In contrast, erratic, inconsistent behavior quickly leads to confusion and mistrust. Consider the market and your competition.

Small Business 86

Small Business Reputation Non-Compete Technical Review 86

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

As you think about the form your esports business should take, consider the needs of your true audience, not the needs of an audience you imagine. Do your due diligence on market research. Virtual reality is small but mighty. People who love games often love esports, too, regardless of gender, age, or location.

Software Review 191

Software Review IP Technical Review Cofounder 191

YoungUpstarts

MARCH 22, 2019

So you have a great business idea, you’ve done your research and due diligence, you know your market and you are good at what you do. Many small business owners and entrepreneurs begin their first foray into self employment neglecting some of the most crucial aspects of running a business.

Software Review 176

Software Review Due Diligence Startup Stock 176

crowdSPRING Blog

AUGUST 31, 2012

These posts and videos are about logo design , web design , startups, entrepreneurship, small business, leadership, social media, marketing, and more! How 4 Small Businesses Are Winning on Pinterest – [link]. crowdSPRING’s Small Business Spotlight of the Week: Gelatini – [link].

Social Media 91

Social Media Small Business Design Technical Review 91

crowdSPRING Blog

MARCH 9, 2012

These posts and videos are about logo design , web design , startups, entrepreneurship, small business, leadership, social media, marketing, and more! Small Business Tips: Foreign Payments, The Patriot Act, OFAC, and you. Tips On Surviving Technical Due Diligence – [link]. Image credit: Brjoern Ewers.

Social Media 92

Social Media Small Business Design Technical Review 92

crowdSPRING Blog

MAY 17, 2013

These posts and videos are about logo design , web design , startups, entrepreneurship, small business, leadership, social media, marketing, and more! Small Business and Startups: Prepare For the Worst – [link]. Small Business and Startups: Prepare For the Worst – [link]. – [link].

Social Media 94

Social Media Small Business Design Technical Review 94

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

With a bit of due diligence, how to develop a successful marketing plan for a startup and rules to ensure your endeavor grows and becomes successful. Here are the top nine startup tips to adhere to in order to keep your startup or small business from becoming a failure statistic. Understand Your Target Audience.

Technical Review 182

Technical Review Due Diligence Startup Demand 182

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 2, 2020

by David Duford , author of “ The Official Guide To Selling Insurance For New Agents “ If you’re a small business owner, chances are you persuade your clients on some level. . In this article, I discuss how small businesses can craft the perfect sales presentation to convert more of your prospects into clients.

Small Business 227

Small Business Sales Due Diligence Design 227

crowdSPRING Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2011

These posts and videos are about logo design , web design , startups, entrepreneurship, small business, leadership, social media, marketing, and more! crowdSPRING’s Small Business Spotlight of the Week: Creative Semiotics – [link]. 26 Popular Business Card Designs for Startup Entrepreneurs – [link].

Social Media 92

Social Media Small Business Design Software Review 92

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

I’ve long been aware of the 2500-year-old, but still current, masterwork on military strategy by Sun Tzu, “ The Art of War ,” but never thought very relevant to business startups. But Becky Sheetz-Runkle, in her classic book for small businesses, “ The Art of War for Small Business ,” gave me a whole new perspective.

Due Diligence 366

Due Diligence Startup Small Business Leadership 366

YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 10, 2017

Roughly 27 percent of startups can’t get the funding they need to take their business to the next level, according to the National Association of Small Businesses. Startups don’t demonstrate due diligence. by Mark Gilbert, founder and CEO of MBS Accounting Technology & Advisory.

Software Review 124

Software Review Technical Review Due Diligence Startup 124

Up and Running

JUNE 25, 2014

What do you need to know about small business loans before you apply? You have a lot of options, and there are a lot of variables in the equation that determines whether you’ll qualify for the loan you’re applying for (or whether that loan is even a good fit for you and your business). Scott: Hi everybody.

Small Business 89

Small Business SBA Finance Bankruptcy 89

The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 27, 2019

As small businesses are often family-owned, investigation services can also be used to see if a spouse or partner is cheating. With the help of an investigator, proper due diligence can be done before making any decisions on investing. This can apply to your business’s vendors and suppliers as well.

Small Business 97

Small Business Hiring Due Diligence Security 97

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 1, 2014

And while we launched the service thinking it would be mostly a consumer offering we were surprised how many small businesses were looking to clear away their marketing materials and such into a convenient storage offering. Full on burger flipping mode.

Technical Review 380

Technical Review Software Review Cofounder CTO Hire 380

Up and Running

JULY 25, 2017

You’ll have to make the final call yourself, but here are a few resources that lend some perspective on small business and startup funding trends that relate to the economic landscape. Small Business Borrowing Drops. Reuters recently reported that in small business borrowing dropped to a six-month low in April.

Technical Review 92

Technical Review Due Diligence America Small Business 92

ReadWriteStart

JULY 9, 2020

Here is how to conduct a trademark search for a business startup in UAE. Similar to a trademark in the US — a Trademark search in UAE is also referred to as due diligence search. If there is an existing mark that is already registered — it’s likely similar or the same as to what you want to use.

Software Review 149

Software Review UAE Search Technical Review 149

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 1, 2016

Hiring must be a priority or at the very least, scheduled into your busy day to ensure it is done effectively. Most small business, on deciding to hire, spend time determining what role they need filled. Do your due-diligence. Or a business without checking the books? A car without checking the engine?

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Employee Due Diligence Hiring Demand 100

Hearpreneur

JULY 23, 2023

#2- Invest in outsourced business Photo Credit: Sonny Ganguly Investing in outsourced business services is a powerful strategy for business leaders to foster the growth of their companies. Scaling a business can be challenging, particularly for small business owners who often need more time and resources.

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Developer Technical Review Entrepreneur Due Diligence 98

Up and Running

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Don’t rush into a decision or let emotion or the desire to fulfill an entrepreneurial dream force you into buying a business that isn’t a good fit. and International Business Manager for Dynamis Ltd., and International Business Manager for Dynamis Ltd., Are you ready to be in charge? Bruce is the U.S. Bruce is the U.S.

Due Diligence 97

Due Diligence Acquisition Demand Small Business 97

Women Entrepreneurs Can

OCTOBER 4, 2021

It is the last thing you want when you are the owner of a small business for someone to try to build a legal argument against you. As a business owner, your primary responsibility is to ensure that the operation runs smoothly and safely, and preparing for every possible scenario is an essential element of accomplishing this.

Technical Review 59

Technical Review Due Diligence Europe Reputation 59

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

While most people think of a musician when they hear that word, small business owners should be able to think about their employees as rock stars too. In a 2015 small business survey, 42% of small business owners identified hiring new talent as their biggest challenge. Are they enthusiastic and confidant?

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Hiring Employee Technical Review Due Diligence 100

Growthink Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Be prepared for due diligence. It’s critical that the data you present is verifiable, since any serious investor will conduct extensive due diligence. For example, it’s not adequate to say your company is targeting small businesses, since there are several million of these. Define your customers precisely.

Venture Capital 129

Venture Capital Business Plan Technical Review Private Placement 129

YoungUpstarts

MAY 27, 2015

After ten years of operating my own business ventures, I am still unsure if the advent of internet has made running a small business cheaper or expensive. Today, a lot of your business lead generation happens over the internet. If you are a small business operator, chances are you are facing this same challenge.

Small Business 100

Small Business Due Diligence PPC Marketing 100

Up and Running

JULY 24, 2017

Introductions lead to requests for email summaries, not full business plans. But, investors can’t do due diligence without a full business plan. Your executive summary is the key to having your business plan reviewed. We’ve never invested in a business that didn’t have a business plan. In the U.S.,

Software Review 151

Software Review SBA Due Diligence Business Plan 151

The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

This might seem like the kind of platitude you might come across during the first week of an Economics 101 class, but when it comes to selling companies this rule is frequently — and more often than not— ignored by small business owners who only have the vaguest understanding of business valuation and the real market value of their enterprise.

Due Diligence 169

Due Diligence Valuation Small Business Channel 169

The Startup Magazine

JUNE 2, 2021

Raising funds for your business is a matter of creativity. Thus, there are many approaches to getting funds for your business. However, entrepreneurs still have to do their due diligence to ensure the approach they take bears fruit. Ultimately, this approach allows small businesses to grow at a much faster pace.

Due Diligence 148

Due Diligence Startup Finance Early Stage 148

Scott Edward Walker

FEBRUARY 1, 2014

Mistake #5 : not doing your due diligence on potential investors (at 38:36). S corp vs. C corp – “qualified small business stock” . Mistake #5: Not Doing Your Due Diligence on Potential Investors. Mistake #2 : not buttoning-down IP ownership issues (at 10:20).

Software Review 111

Software Review Delaware Accredited Investor Due Diligence 111

Scott Edward Walker

FEBRUARY 1, 2014

i) Rule 506 preempts State law, which means all you have to do is file a Form D and pay a filing fee; and (ii) no disclosure requirement/PPM Possible to sell to “friends and family” (e.g., issues to address include: How have they treated their other portfolio companies?

Software Review 111

Software Review Delaware Accredited Investor Due Diligence 111

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 15, 2019

I’ve long been aware of the 2500-year-old, but still current, masterwork on military strategy by Sun Tzu, “ The Art of War ,” but never thought very relevant to business startups. But Becky Sheetz-Runkle, in her classic book for small businesses, “ The Art of War for Small Business ,” gave me a whole new perspective.

Due Diligence 325

Due Diligence Small Business Leadership Entrepreneur 325

The Startup Magazine

JUNE 18, 2018

It is defined as an online repository of information for storing and distributing shared documents, and can be used during business transactions such as mergers and acquisitions and private equity and venture capital funding. Any company dealing with business transactions and deals with other companies benefit from VDRs.

Technical Review 94

Technical Review Due Diligence Merger Private Equity 94

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

When that list is longer than three, you know they have not done their due diligence and they may simply be looking to do just that in speaking with you. Every event is unique, and the better our business understands your goals and objectives, the better our proposal will be. That’s not a good use of your time.

Small Business 133

Small Business Due Diligence Sales Revenue 133

YoungUpstarts

MAY 17, 2019

If you like the idea of being the sole business owner, improving an ok business and taking things from good to great, buying a business is probably the best opportunity for you. Risk 1: The business owner IS the business. The risk: The owner of the business is a lynchpin.

Due Diligence 185

Due Diligence Forecast Deal Structure Valuation 185

Up and Running

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

For example, many ongoing businesses have access to standard business loans from a traditional bank that would not be available to startups. Also, high-tech high-growth startups have access to investment funding that would not be available to stable, established businesses that show only slow growth.

SBA 161

SBA Venture Capital Angel Investor Technical Review 161

crowdSPRING Blog

APRIL 25, 2019

As we wrote in our look at what colors say about your small business : Culture and context can also influence how a color is interpreted. Therefore, do your due diligence and research your audience so you can make the best choices based on their specific backgrounds.

Design 88

Design Technical Review Due Diligence Phoenix 88

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

One perfect place to get the initial capital for setting up a company is leveraging small business loans. You will agree and support the fact that the title of business owners is usually in most cases associated with Bentleys and Rolexes. You will not immediately succeed.

Software Review 100

Software Review Due Diligence Cofounder Bootstrapping 100

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

It might not be sexy, but your first option is to go the route of a traditional small business loan from a local bank or credit union. With an online lender, it’s possible to receive a sizeable small business loan without having to meet all the strict requirements that a brick and mortar bank or credit union requires.

Due Diligence 145

Due Diligence Angel Investor Startup Early Stage 145

Up and Running

JULY 23, 2014

Exit strategies related to startup funding are quite often misunderstood: The “exit” in exit strategy is for the money, not the startup founders or small business owners. The exit is what gives them a return. The company brings in money and the investors get money out.

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Exit Strategy Software Review Angel Investor Startup 131