Up and Running

MAY 12, 2020

While many traditional jobs still can’t function remotely, or have difficulty adjusting, many entrepreneurs have found success in starting a business from home. Conduct market research. Once you’ve determined that you’re ready and able to start a home-based business, you’ll need to conduct market research to see if your idea is viable.

Software Review 153

Software Review Exit Strategy Technical Review Business Plan 153

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 19, 2012

Entrepreneurs love the art of the start. The job changes from creating a “work of art” to operating a “cookie cutter.” So here are the most common exit strategies and considerations these days for planning purposes: Merger & Acquisition (M&A). Even lifetime entrepreneurs can decide that enough is enough.

Exit Strategy 241

Exit Strategy Initial Public Offering IPO Startup 241

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 7, 2020

I recognize that entrepreneurs tend to substitute vision and passion for formal processes, but using no discipline or process in building something new is a sure way to spend money, rather than see any return and build a self-sustaining business. Marketing, sales, support, and service operations. Team building status and plan.

Entrepreneur 328

Entrepreneur Exit Strategy Metrics Operations 328

Up and Running

AUGUST 18, 2014

Apart from having different ways of thinking about ‘growth’, startups seek financial investment differently than most small business operations. Startups tend to rely on capital that comes via angel investors or venture capital firms while small business operations may rely on loans and grants. The exit is what gives them a return.”

Small Business 154

Small Business Exit Strategy Cofounder Angel Investor 154

Up and Running

MARCH 14, 2018

I’ve seen too many entrepreneurs think, “Oh, I know my business inside and out—pitching will be a breeze!” I’ve seen many entrepreneurs crash and burn when delivering their investor pitch—and ramble on and on. Your target market. Customer acquisition: Marketing and sales strategy. Your exit strategy.

Hockey Stick 164

Hockey Stick Exit Strategy Technical Review Angel Investor 164

Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

Legal cannabis generated $16 billion in total economic output in the United States in 2017, and research indicates it will increase 150 percent by 2021, according to a report from cannabis industry analysts Arcview Market Research , in partnership with BDS Analytics. Target market: Who is your ideal buyer? Target market.

Business Plan 154

Business Plan Technical Review Forecast Exit Strategy 154

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 10, 2023

I recognize that entrepreneurs tend to substitute vision and passion for formal processes, but using no discipline or process in building something new is a sure way to spend money, rather than see any return and build a self-sustaining business. Marketing, sales, support, and service operations. Team building status and plan.

Exit Strategy 288

Exit Strategy Metrics Operations Cost 288

YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 10, 2018

by Ryan Gould, Vice President of Strategy and Marketing Services at Elevation Marketing. As an entrepreneur, when you started your business, you most likely had dreams of rocket-speed growth and a multi-million dollar exit to a huge conglomerate, like Google or Facebook or Amazon. Another important metric is churn.

Valuation 145

Valuation Technical Review Exit Strategy Metrics 145

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 23, 2021

Most aspiring entrepreneurs I know are just waiting for that unique idea to strike them that will kickstart their new venture, put them in control of their lifestyle, achieve financial independence, and maybe even change the world. A business is never a solo operation. What do you see as your legacy and exit strategy?

Startup 399

Startup Exit Strategy Cofounder Equity 399

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 7, 2013

Based on the final report for 2012 from Thomson Reuters and the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA), it may appear that IPOs are back as a viable startup exit strategy. The market and venture capitalists are looking for business, but with a continuing focus on proven business models. Timing is critical.

Venture Capital 252

Venture Capital IPO Elevator Pitch Initial Public Offering 252

Up and Running

JULY 15, 2016

Despite the recent economic downturn, the market potential is enormous, the entrepreneurial spirit in China is high, and the country is inevitably going to increase its global influence thanks to its economic vitality. and for European companies—China has already become the second most important export market after the U.S.

China 60

China Entrepreneur Technical Review Framework 60

Up and Running

JANUARY 2, 2013

I’ve seen too many entrepreneurs think, “oh, I know my business inside and out – pitching will be a breeze!” I’ve also seen many entrepreneurs crash and burn when delivering their investor pitch – and ramble on and on. ” Good luck! How will you make money?

Hockey Stick 164

Hockey Stick Exit Strategy Technical Review Due Diligence 164

Up and Running

AUGUST 28, 2018

Target market: Who is your ideal patient? Target market. A formal market analysis can help verify that there’s a need for your particular practice in your intended location. . Or maybe you will want to extend your practice’s hours of operation. This is your value proposition. Do they self-pay or use insurance?

Business Plan 72

Business Plan Technical Review Exit Strategy Oregon 72

Duct Tape Marketing

APRIL 18, 2024

Gain Freedom With The Hands Off CEO Blueprint written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Mandi Ellefson. 01:03): Hello and welcome to another episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast.

Framework 64

Framework Sales Cycle Sales Hiring 64

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 5, 2011

Many entrepreneurs still dream of “going public,” making billions of dollars, and playing with the big boys. I recently reviewed a good summary of the advantages and disadvantages of an IPO exit strategy for startups in a widely-used textbook “ Entrepreneurship ,” by Robert Hisrich, Michael Peters, and Dean Shepherd.

Exit Strategy 235

Exit Strategy IPO Investment Bankers Entrepreneur 235

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

The last thing a new entrepreneur wants to think about for a new startup is how it will end. Yet one of the first things a potential equity investor asks about is your exit strategy. Here are three important reasons for the question: Good investment paybacks normally require an exit event.

Exit Strategy 264

Exit Strategy Private Equity Equity Technical Review 264

mashable.com

MARCH 20, 2014

Thats why I asked 10 entrepreneurs from the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) what questions they would pose for an interviewer at a startup. Brett Farmiloe , Internet Marketing Company. Whats your exit strategy? Before accepting an offer with a startup, ask what their exit strategy is, and make sure youre on board.

Technical Review 103

Technical Review Software Review Exit Strategy San Francisco 103

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 25, 2020

The last thing a new entrepreneur wants to think about for a new startup is how it will end. Yet one of the first things a potential equity investor asks about is your exit strategy. Here are three important reasons for the question: Good investment paybacks normally require an exit event.

Exit Strategy 376

Exit Strategy Startup Private Equity Equity 376

YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

For rising and aspiring entrepreneurs alike, the BBC’s Dragon’s Den television series offers a multitude of learning experiences. Given this, here are four lessons any wannabe entrepreneur can learn from this show. Know who your target market is and be able to explain why your product is necessary. by DJ Miller.

Entrepreneur 171

Entrepreneur Exit Strategy Tampa Venture Capital 171

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 8, 2012

The key difference between them, according to purists, is that accelerators compress the timescale for startups by operating as a type of boot camp. The incubation period is very short and intense, usually intending to drive entrepreneurs from ideas to marketable products in a matter of months.

Incubator 215

Incubator Entrepreneur New York City Silicon Valley 215

Growthink Blog

APRIL 13, 2011

As an entrepreneur, I want you to understand just why Shutterfly paid $333 MILLION to buy Tiny Prints. For example, your strategic plan MUST include building operational systems that an acquirer would value. The process of preparing your company for sale is called "exit strategy planning." So, I became a customer.

Exit Strategy 69

Exit Strategy Intellectual Property Acquisition Stock 69

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

Many entrepreneurs still dream of “going public,” making billions of dollars, and playing with the big boys. IPOs in 2008, the market was up to a still trivial 128 in 2012 (compared to 675 in 1996). Their synopsis of the key risks should make you look hard for an alternate exit strategy: Increased risk of liability.

IPO 224

IPO Founder Exit Strategy Investment Bankers 224

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 5, 2011

Entrepreneurs love the art of the start. The job changes from creating a “work of art” to operating a “cookie cutter.” So here are the most common exit strategies and considerations these days for planning purposes: Merger & Acquisition (M&A). Even lifetime entrepreneurs can decide that enough is enough.

Exit Strategy 231

Exit Strategy Initial Public Offering Startup IPO 231

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 3, 2015

The visibility of Google, Facebook and a few others continues to propagate the myth that the ultimate objective of every entrepreneur should be to take their startups public via an initial public offering at the earliest opportunity. All strategy and operational moves become public. The public is not an easy master to satisfy.

IPO 120

IPO Initial Public Offering Entrepreneur Private Equity 120

YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

A traditional bank loan is one of the first sources most entrepreneurs turn to. You can use them for your everyday operations such as paying suppliers. Many entrepreneurs ask their friends and family to invest in their business venture. Apart from a brilliant idea, finance is an important factor for starting a business.

Finance 194

Finance Small Business Angel Investor Exit Strategy 194

Up and Running

JULY 2, 2014

You can’t underestimate the importance of selecting an attorney who “gets” your business model, your market opportunity, and most importantly, your fundraising and exit strategy. We shared all of this with our attorney before she helped us write our Operating Agreement (OA), so we assumed we were in good hands.

Technical Review 118

Technical Review Angel Investor Due Diligence Dilution 118

Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

One of the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make is misunderstanding the role of venture capital investors. There’s lots of lore, emotion, and misconceptions of what VC’s do or don’t do for entrepreneurs. While there was an occasional bad apple, the public markets rewarded companies with revenue growth and sustainable profits.

Silicon Valley 223

Silicon Valley IPO Technical Review Venture Capital 223

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 28, 2016

I recognize that entrepreneurs tend to substitute vision and passion for formal processes, but no discipline or process in building something new is a sure way to spend money, rather than see any return and build a self-sustaining business. Solo entrepreneurs, with a team of helpers, will be assumed to be a hobby rather than a business.

Exit Strategy 155

Exit Strategy Metrics Operations Cost 155

Up and Running

MAY 17, 2017

If you are just starting out as an entrepreneur or you have a business idea you want to pursue, you may be wondering why you even need to think about selling your business at this stage. Plus, you’ll always be prepared in case an opportunity or desire to sell arises in the future—it’s a smart idea to have an exit strategy.

Acquisition 92

Acquisition Technical Review Revenue Exit Strategy 92

Gust

SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

The key difference between them, according to purists, is that accelerators compress the timescale for startups by operating as a type of boot camp. The incubation period is very short and intense, usually intending to drive entrepreneurs from ideas to marketable products in a matter of months.

Incubator 147

Incubator Entrepreneur New York City Silicon Valley 147

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 24, 2021

To complement local face-to-face networking, you can always use one of the many online matchmaking sites that have sprung up in the last few years, like CoFoundersLab and Startbee (think eHarmony™ for entrepreneurs, or Match.com meets LinkedIn). Craft an operational plan and make it work. Most founders are product guys.

Exit Strategy 407

Exit Strategy Leadership Founder Networking 407

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

The last thing a new entrepreneur wants to think about for a new startup is how it will end. Yet one of the first things a potential equity investor asks about is your exit strategy. Here are three important reasons for the question: Good investment paybacks normally require an exit event. Marty Zwilling.

Exit Strategy 289

Exit Strategy Entrepreneur IPO Startup 289

The Next Web

DECEMBER 31, 2013

While entrepreneurship and startups have spread tremendously in Europe, a lot of aspiring young entrepreneurs leave Europe for the United States. Very little will stop a true entrepreneur from trying to reach his or her goals, including uprooting their entire life and moving it across the ocean to optimize their chances of success.

Europe 149

Europe Government Silicon Valley Entrepreneur 149

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 19, 2013

Too many entrepreneurs still believe the urban myth that you can sketch your idea on a napkin, and investors will throw money at you. Keep in mind that thoroughness and clarity of the plan are factors that will play key roles in successfully financing, starting, and operating your business. Marty Zwilling.

Business Plan 230

Business Plan Exit Strategy Partner Business Model 230

YoungUpstarts

MARCH 9, 2016

For a young entrepreneur, the mergers and acquisitions process can be exciting and potentially lucrative but it can also be the source of considerable stress. Look for an advisor who lays out the details for you when it comes to determining appropriate market value. by Larry Fontillas, managing director of the Americas for ansarada.

Technical Review 100

Technical Review Due Diligence San Francisco Merger 100

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 7, 2016

Despite the fact that the number of IPOs (Initial Public Offerings) for startups have continued to decrease, I still hear it touted often as the preferred exit strategy. Concerns over valuations being reset to a new normal, and a soft exit market, are seen as key drivers. Analysts want escalating profits.

IPO 120

IPO Initial Public Offering SEC Stock Options 120

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 24, 2015

I recognize that entrepreneurs tend to substitute vision and passion for formal processes, but no discipline or process in building something new is a sure way to spend money, rather than see any return and build a self-sustaining business. Solo entrepreneurs, with a team of helpers, will be assumed to be a hobby rather than a business.

Exit Strategy 120

Exit Strategy Metrics Operations Cost 120