Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

A grant is not an equity investment, so the entrepreneur doesn’t have to give up a stake in the company either. A good place to start looking is the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, which is a lifeline for high-tech startups. Stringent spending controls. Extend your networking.

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ReadWriteStart

JUNE 1, 2020

Forms of funding. ? Equity investment. Equity investment is the most popular and most talked-about avenue for startup funding. These investments are made instead of shares or equity in your startup. Government programs. Equity investors. The third source of funding is from equity investors. Bootstrapping.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 21, 2023

For example, professional investors put great priority on your previous experience in building a business, and they expect to own a portion of the business equity and control for the funds they do provide. Trade equity or services for startup help. Request a small business grant.

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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.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

JULY 2, 2019

Fortunately, the business funding gender gap is narrowing, and larger shares of debt and equity capital are going to women-owned ventures, in part because more women are in lending and investing decision-making positions. Not only do such funding sources focus on women-owned businesses, they also tend to offer more favorable terms.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 12, 2015

Every investor in your startup, even friends and family, normally expects a share of your company (equity), which means your return for all your effort goes down quickly. Of course, nothing is really free in the business world. Grants should never be seen as the only alternative to equity investors, or vice versa. In the U.S.

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genylabs.typepad.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

Small Business Labs. Tracking and Forecasting the Trends Impacting the Future of Small Business. Welcome to Small Business Labs. Small Business Labs, from Emergent Research , covers the key social, technology and business trends impacting small business. Emergent Research.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 29, 2020

For example, professional investors put great priority on your previous experience in building a business, and they expect to own a portion of the business equity and control for the funds they do provide. Trade equity or services for startup help. Request a small business grant.

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David Teten

JANUARY 19, 2021

From traditional equity VC, Flexible VC borrows the option to pursue and reap the rewards of an outsized exit. Flexible VC 101: Equity Meets Revenue Share. Equity Ownership. Yes, typically preferred equity. On average, founders own just 43% of equity by Series B , declining thereafter. Flexible VC 102: Variations.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Until the recession a decade ago, market research indicated that as many as 90 percent of the roughly 20 million American small business owners were motivated more by lifestyle than growth and money. Of course, even lifestyle entrepreneurs want to be happy, and want their business to be “successful.”

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2023

The Covid-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on the global economy, with businesses in every sector feeling the strain of the crisis. As business owners struggled to keep their companies afloat, many turned to business financial aid programs for relief. Government Grants. How long would it last?

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 25, 2012

Small business grants. This source often gets overlooked, but it should be a major focus these days due to government initiatives on alternative energy and technology. An investment from a venture capital firm is usually expensive, in equity and control. Bartering services for equity. Startup incubators.

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ReadWriteStart

MARCH 31, 2020

Stricter Business Conditions. According to Ben Narasin , “in 2020, investors will require firmer governance and oversight structures to safeguard against negative impact and ensure these protections are mandated in their term sheets.”. This may probably drive entrepreneurs to alternative funding options, such as equity crowdfunding.

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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.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 16, 2011

Small business grants. This source often gets overlooked, but it should be a major focus these days due to government initiatives on alternative energy and technology. An investment from a venture capital firm is usually expensive, in equity and control. Bartering services for equity. Startup incubators.

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Up and Running

JUNE 13, 2017

Those ads are tempting for small business owners—it’s hard to resist the ten largest banks because they control over $10.1 After seeing the ads for weeks on TV, you apply for a small business loan. But don’t fret—community lenders are helping small businesses. You know their jingle.

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David Teten

AUGUST 19, 2019

This structure offers some of the benefits of traditional equity VC, without some of the negatives of equity VC. I’ve been a traditional equity VC for 8 years, and I’m now researching new business models in venture capital. Unlike many RBI investors, a full 50% of our investment activity is in non-tech businesses.

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The Startup Magazine

MARCH 10, 2018

For now, it seems that even with software applications, startups and small businesses will need to hire flesh-and-blood lawyers to advise and defend them properly. Startups especially require experienced legal attention because they often disrupt established industries and combat small businesses with their products and services.

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Gust

JUNE 17, 2012

Small business grants. This source often gets overlooked, but it should be a major focus these days due to government initiatives on alternative energy and technology. An investment from a venture capital firm is usually expensive, in equity and control. Bartering services for equity. Startup incubators.

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Technical Review Bootstrapping Venture Capital Incubator 164

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 30, 2020

The most obvious lifeline during this challenging time is the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS). The CBILS loan scheme provides financial support to small businesses that are losing revenue as a result of the pandemic and can provide key funding in a time where cash flow is an issue for many businesses.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

In these difficult days of the pandemic, the visibility of leadership in business, as well as politics, seems to be at an all-time low. Recognition of internal contributions can be as simple as a public “thank-you,” or as formal as a promotion or equity sharing. Sustain motivation and loyalty by giving credit to others.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 2, 2011

A grant is not an equity investment, so the entrepreneur doesn’t have to give up a stake in the company either. A good place to start is the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, which is a lifeline for high-tech startups. Let’s face it, the business world and the political world are getting tightly intertwined.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 10, 2018

For example, professional investors put great priority on your previous experience in building a business, and they expect to own a portion of the business equity and control for the funds they do provide. Trade equity or services for startup help. Request a small business grant.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 1, 2010

Small business grants. It’s not a quick solution, but the government and other funding agencies do not want ownership or interest payments from your company. An investment from a venture capital firm is usually expensive, in equity and control. Bartering services for equity. Startup incubators.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 2, 2013

Starting a small business often means taking a lot of risks, especially financially. Economic success is never guaranteed, but when you’re equipped with a strong understanding of finances, there is a better chance for your business to succeed. Include liabilities, current and fixed assets, and shareholders’ equity.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

The US Small Business Administration notes that fast-food franchises make up the most popular business type for new entrepreneurs. From medspa franchise opportunities to retail businesses, there’s no shortage of supply. Watch Out for Private Equity Owners. Private equity firms sometimes run franchises well.

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Hearpreneur

JULY 24, 2020

With tools like SEMRush, Google’s Keyword Planner, and free website platforms like WordPress, there is no reason a small business can’t succeed, even in a competitive marketplace. Big business seems dead set on eliminating small business and government regulation is consistently making it more challenging to live the American dream.

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Feld Thoughts

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

In the US, we have a fourth crisis amplified – the racial equity crisis – which has been going on since the inception of our country. Some tech companies stock prices are at record highs, while established businesses are in a complete retreat or freefall. Local and state governments are under economic and functional stress.

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The Equity Kicker

MARCH 20, 2013

I think I’m right in saying that this is the first guest post we’ve ever had on The Equity Kicker and it’s from my partner Simon Cook who has a few things to say about the budget. If you think the government should be supporting startups and want to know more about how they should go about it then read on.

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

This involves sourcing business expansion funding within yourself. If you have enough cash saved up, then you can take it up to finance your business expansion, especially if you are a small business owner. Selling assets like real estate, cars, bonds, or stocks can help you raise capital for business expansion.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

of small businesses say they will hire in the next six months as compared to 38.1% This increased business sentiment spells good news for job seekers in an economy that has seen massive job losses and poor jobs growth in recent times. Access To Capital Key Reason Why Small Businesses Not Able To Hire.

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crowdSPRING Blog

JANUARY 13, 2013

On occasion we take a look at recent legislation coming out of our Federal government in Washington. Right now you are probably asking yourself, “What has Congress done lately that is helping small business? Right now you are probably asking yourself, “What has Congress done lately that is helping small business?”

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 26, 2019

Until the recession a few years ago, market research indicated that as many as 90 percent of the roughly 20 million American small business owners were motivated more by lifestyle than growth and money. Of course, even lifestyle entrepreneurs want to be happy, and want their business to be “successful.”

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 17, 2011

The result is that small business owners are left without access to capital.”. The Summer 2011 report also revealed that despite the high rate of banks declining loan applications, 71% of private business owners who responded to the survey said they did not seek friends and family financing after being denied from a bank loan.

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Pascal's View

MARCH 18, 2010

Susan Mangiero , CEO of Investment Governance’s Fiduciary X , asked me the following: Question: Do you think than anemic IPO market will remain a deterrent to VC investing? equity markets. equity capital markets must be structured with the goal of promoting the growth of publicly held small businesses in America.

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The Startup Magazine

MAY 12, 2020

For instance, if you are looking to purchase a home and want a home equity loan it may be more difficult for you to secure a loan. You are eligible to receive these self employed loans if you follow the exact steps set by the federal government. This loan is ideal for all small business owners, even those who are self employed.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 12, 2014

For example, professional investors put great priority on your previous experience in building a business, and they expect to own a portion of the business equity and control for the funds they do provide. Trade equity or services for startup help. Request a small business grant.

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