Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 15, 2022

As a startup mentor, I’m always amazed that some entrepreneurs seem to be an immediate hit with investors, while others struggle to get any attention at all. Some entrepreneurs love to talk and produce videos, but hate to write anything down. Others send investors email and business plans in all uppercase or no punctuation.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 16, 2013

Great entrepreneurs, like Bill Gates, are great at both. Here are a few: Business networking. For entrepreneurs, effective networking is required to find investors, partners, and customers. It doesn’t work if you don’t follow up on networking opportunities, networking referrals, and ongoing networking relationships.

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Hearpreneur

MARCH 4, 2022

Being in love with your business, when you’re an entrepreneur, is even better. Although there are days when tossing in your hat seems like a viable option, remembering how much you love your “job” can quickly snap an entrepreneur out of that mentality. When you're an entrepreneur, you have to make a lot of compromises.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Most entrepreneurs I meet are reluctant to disclose anything about their idea to investors before getting a signed confidential disclosure agreement (CDA). Yet I can assure you that people who are paranoid, or want to avoid all risks, won’t be happy as entrepreneurs, so it’s all about balancing the risk-reward scale. Build trust first.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 10, 2019

I often recommend business networking as the most effective way for a startup founder to find investors, advisors, and even key executive candidates. The answer is still the same, but I have learned over the years that there is an etiquette to this process, just like there is for social networking.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 22, 2014

My plea to entrepreneurs is to recognize these concerns as an opportunity, to make people’s life better, rather than stoke the fires. Here are a few specifics on how to be part of the solution, without the costs, rather than part of the problem: Put a personal face and address on your site; don’t hide behind an “info” email address.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 6, 2014

As a startup mentor, I’m always amazed that some entrepreneurs seem to be an immediate hit with investors, while others struggle to get any attention at all. Some entrepreneurs love to talk and produce videos, but hate to write anything down. Others send investors email and business plans in all uppercase or no punctuation.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 14, 2022

My recommendation to entrepreneurs is to recognize these concerns as an opportunity to make people’s life better, rather than worry and dodge the risk. Make your company visible, reachable and responsive through social networks. Market your solution and user benefits, not the mysterious technology behind it.

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Hearpreneur

DECEMBER 17, 2023

A network of friends and partners can also serve as a great assurance and reminder that you’re not walking alone. Here are the various ways entrepreneurs and business owners stay motivated in business. #1- 3- Nurturing a robust support network Photo Credit: Jordan Adair Firstly, setting precise, attainable goals is paramount.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 12, 2023

There is no skill more vital to an entrepreneur than effective networking. You can’t build your business alone, and networking is the best way to open doors, professionally and personally. In business networking settings, it’s not very memorable to talk only about business. Try to find common ground outside of business.

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ReadWriteStart

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Entrepreneurs are notorious for being disciplined, smart, and control freaks. Here is how to outsource as an entrepreneur. Learn how to outsource yourself as an entrepreneur and scale your organization today. If you are still wary about how to start outsourcing as an entrepreneur, then start small.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 13, 2020

As a startup mentor, I’m always amazed that some entrepreneurs seem to be an immediate hit with investors, while others struggle to get any attention at all. Some entrepreneurs love to talk and produce videos, but hate to write anything down. Others send investors email and business plans in all uppercase or no punctuation.

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The Next Web

JANUARY 19, 2014

Networking will forever be the lifeblood of a professional’s career. No matter how old you are, what year it is and what technology is used, networking will continue to affect an individual’s professional growth, in addition to skillset and experience. This post originally appeared on AdKnowledge. Become a LinkedIn powerhouse.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

I often recommend business networking as the most effective way for a startup founder to find investors, advisors, and even key executive candidates. The answer is still the same, but I have learned over the years that there is an etiquette to this process, just like there is for social networking.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 4, 2017

My plea to entrepreneurs is to recognize these concerns as an opportunity, to make people’s life better, rather than stoke the fires. Here are a few specifics on how to be part of the solution, without the costs, rather than part of the problem: Put a personal face and address on your site; don’t hide behind an “info” email address.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Most entrepreneurs I meet are reluctant to disclose anything about their idea to investors before getting a signed confidential disclosure agreement (CDA). Yet I can assure you that people who are paranoid, or want to avoid all risks, won’t be happy as entrepreneurs, so it’s all about balancing the risk-reward scale. Build trust first.

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Hearpreneur

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Business mentors are as old as the concept of entrepreneurs themselves. From Oprah and Maya Angelou to Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg, famous mentorships have a powerful impact on the lives of entrepreneurs. We asked entrepreneurs and business owners about the role of a mentor in their business and here are the responses. #1-

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Hearpreneur

AUGUST 10, 2018

Being in love with your business, when you’re an entrepreneur, is even better. Although there are days when tossing in your hat seems like a viable option, remembering how much you love your “job” can quickly snap an entrepreneur out of that mentality. We asked some entrepreneurs what they loved about “being their own boss.”. #1-

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 15, 2010

Great entrepreneurs, like Bill Gates, are great at both. Here are a few: Business networking. For entrepreneurs, effective networking is required to find investors, partners, and customers. It doesn’t work if you don’t follow up on networking opportunities, networking referrals, and ongoing networking relationships.

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Duct Tape Marketing

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Helping Entrepreneurs Get To Where They Want To Go Faster written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Elizabeth Gore and Carolyn launched Hello Alice with the goal of helping entrepreneurs thrive with access to funding, resources, mentorship, and more. Marketing Podcast with Carolyn Rodz. Duct Tape Transcript.

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Hearpreneur

JULY 17, 2020

Here’s the list of industries with the most optimist future as suggested by entrepreneurs. #1- The sustainability industry is one that is set to keep growing, creating opportunities for entrepreneurs and workers alike. 4- Network Marketing. 1- Sustainability. Photo Credit: Connie Heintz. Thanks to Connie Heintz, DIYoffer ! #2-Technology.

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The Next Web

DECEMBER 3, 2013

Comfortable with technology and used to constant emails, can the old-school electronically mailed message stand out midst the noise? Marc Apple, owner and chief strategist at Forward Push Media , said that no one is on social networks 24/7, but across generations most people check email every day. “In Lingenfelter said. “In

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Hearpreneur

APRIL 12, 2019

Being in love with your business, when you’re an entrepreneur, is even better. Although there are days when tossing in your hat seems like a viable option, remembering how much you love your “job” can quickly snap an entrepreneur out of that mentality. We asked some entrepreneurs what they loved about “being their own boss.”. #1-

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 18, 2021

You can’t win as an entrepreneur working alone. I hope all this seems obvious to you, but I still get a good number of notes from “entrepreneurs” who have been busy inventing things all their life, but can’t find a partner to start their first business, and others trying to find an executive, an investor, or a lawyer.

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Hearpreneur

APRIL 9, 2023

We asked entrepreneurs and business owners how technology will possibly affect their business tomorrow and here are the responses: #1- Automation will increase Photo Credit: Umair Syed Automation will undoubtedly increase businesses, supplanting monotonous, time-consuming operations and boosting productivity.

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Hearpreneur

JANUARY 3, 2021

Often entrepreneurs and business owners create their New Year’s Resolutions around their business. We asked 30 entrepreneurs to share their business goals and what they were looking forward to in 2021. #1- This year was filled with distractions, and as an entrepreneur, distractions can be the kiss of death.

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ReadWriteStart

JUNE 1, 2020

I have often been asked about Startup Funding by entrepreneurs. Here is Startup Funding, a Comprehensive Guide for Entrepreneurs. Accelerators and incubators support the startups with a small amount of funding, mentorship, networking opportunities, resources, and workspaces. ? Many myths surround the subject of startup funding.

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Up and Running

DECEMBER 14, 2016

Bplans and Palo Alto Software are strong supporters of entrepreneurs and small business owners. No matter what stage your business is in, there is one thing you can do for free that will build your market and help you grow: email marketing. An in-house email list is one of your business’s most important marketing assets.

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The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

We interviewed Mr. Abraham Gin, an entrepreneur, business coach, and CEO of Gin Consulting Group , which provides unique leadership development and training platforms. When targeting the masses, the most effective means of communication involves email and video causing consistency, inspiration and efficiency.

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Duct Tape Marketing

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Helping Entrepreneurs Buy And Sell Their Agencies written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. In this episode, she’s sharing how she’s helped many entrepreneurs buy and sell businesses. More About The Duct Tape Marketing Consultant Network: Check it out here. Marketing Podcast with Amanda Dixon.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 28, 2013

I often recommend business networking as the most effective way for a startup founder to find investors, advisors, and even key executive candidates. The answer is still the same, but I have learned over the years that there is an etiquette to this process, just like there is for social networking.

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Hearpreneur

JANUARY 22, 2023

We asked entrepreneurs and business owners about the 2023 trends they see in their industry and here are the responses. #1- In recent years, eCommerce companies have begun to increase revenue by selling products directly via social media networks. We've also seen extensive use of technology and increased remote working.

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YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 12, 2021

Out of any great challenge, new entrepreneurs rise up to fill new needs and desires. This season, in preparation for a successful new year, here are some tech tips that entrepreneurs can implement right now to build security and momentum into 2021: Use the best security measures across the board. Don’t let technology be a burden.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 18, 2015

If you think you are the perfect fit for the entrepreneur lifestyle, but you’re not yet sure if you’re ready to start your own, then I recommend that you take a job with an existing startup first to validate the culture realities against your dream. Hang out where entrepreneurs meet. Kick your networking up a notch.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 16, 2022

Every entrepreneur and business leader I know realizes that it takes a dedicated team to build and run a successful business, and nurturing that team is one of your most important priorities. For you, this means providing a positive team culture, being a role model for good communication, and creating a support network of colleagues.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 14, 2020

Student entrepreneurs can take advantage of their academic curriculum to learn more about business. Student entrepreneurs often consider college an easy market to exploit, only to discover it isn’t so. Entrepreneurs can’t succeed without a proper schedule in place. Select Business-Related Courses.

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Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 28, 2021

How Small Business Owners And Entrepreneurs Can Succeed written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. He’s also the author of Small Business Revolution: How Owners and Entrepreneurs Can Succeed. 14:01] Most entrepreneurs are really not born leaders, they’re visionaries. Like this show?

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