Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 14, 2013

Let’s look at some common scenarios, and put this into perspective for entrepreneurs: You don’t need or want investors or a loan. In fact, they are probably in such a hurry to give you money that they don’t want you to waste time writing anything down and passing it along to new investors. You need money, and plan to do crowdfunding.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

Even though everyone has an opinion on good early stage practices, I was impressed with the actionable blueprint in the classic book by Scott Duffy, “ Launch! Duffy emphasizes the often overlooked personal side of entrepreneurship, including balancing finances, relationships, and your health. Mix personal and business funds.

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Early Stage Bootstrapping Revenue Framework 307

Hearpreneur

AUGUST 20, 2023

These pieces of advice go against the notion of having a concrete blueprint, urging entrepreneurs to embrace uncertainty and navigate the uncharted waters of their journey with an adventurous spirit. Coaching is great, but one of the things that is not always addressed is your personal financial situation and your risk tolerance.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 30, 2019

Even though everyone has an opinion on good early stage practices, I was impressed with the actionable blueprint in the classic book by Scott Duffy, “ Launch! Duffy emphasizes the often overlooked personal side of entrepreneurship, including balancing finances, relationships, and your health. Mix personal and business funds.

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Early Stage Bootstrapping Revenue Framework 317

YoungUpstarts

MARCH 30, 2016

How do you get the clientele and reputation that will keep you earning money more smartly for years to come? It’s more than a blueprint for how you achieve your growth and measure your success. It’s also used for those financial situations when you need loans and investors. The best team. Reduce waste.

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Up and Running

JANUARY 29, 2019

Even if you’re not thinking about writing a traditional business plan for a bank loan or investor pitch, creating a simple business plan that can act as your strategic roadmap can help you make better business decisions. Put together a list of your personal expenses for the standard of living you require. Keep it simple.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 7, 2018

Even though everyone has an opinion on good early stage practices, I was impressed with the actionable blueprint in the classic book by Scott Duffy, “ Launch! Duffy emphasizes the often overlooked personal side of entrepreneurship, including balancing finances, relationships, and your health. Mix personal and business funds.

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