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AUGUST 6, 2013

The contest was sponsored by Palo Alto Software , which provided free access to LivePlan , its cloud-based business planning software, to all of the Boost entrants. “ So who were the hard-working businessmen and women behind the winning business plans? . “My business really, really needed this break.”

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OCTOBER 15, 2009

I’m currently working with several startups, helping them launch new web businesses. Basically everything from initial feasibility analysis and business plans through defining the product (PRDs) and project managing the development of the project. What networking events in Los Angeles or Southern California do you go to?

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MARCH 29, 2010

The key things I want students to take from the class are: Understand that a startup is a temporary organization designed to search for a profitable business model. Learn how to put together a business model , not a business plan. Class Logistics. As described in the previous post , this is a hands-on class.

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Up and Running

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Actually, banks don’t finance business startups. Banks aren’t supposed to invest depositors’ money in new businesses. Myth #3: Business plans sell investors. A well-written and convincing business plan (and pitch ) presents your business to investors in detail; but they are investing in your business, not just a plan.

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JANUARY 12, 2019

Established in Cupertino, California in 1976, Apple really didn’t get on the map until the advent of the Macintosh in 1984, eight years later. Amazon's initial business plan was unusual: the company did not expect a profit for four to five years; the strategy was actually more effective than his business plan predicted.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 11, 2022

There, he traded securities and managed a discretionary account for a California-based hedge fund. which is a wholly owned subsidiary company to Dignity Gold, already implemented the creative business plan of using gold reserves to back up its token, and the company has already released the first batch of tokens on November 15th, 2021.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 20, 2014

I’m a strong believer that investors invest in people, before they invest in a business plan, or an idea. But I continue to learn that there are a host of other factors, maybe not even related to you or your business, that could keep you from getting the funding that you need. No surprises here. Experience does count.

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Up and Running

APRIL 13, 2016

We talked with two dispensary owners from pioneering states: Mitch Woolhiser, owner of Northern Lights Cannabis Company in Denver, Colorado, and Lincoln Fish, CEO of OutCo Labs, which manages the dispensary Outliers Collective in San Diego, California. It is a business that takes a lot of hard work and time before it becomes profitable.

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Business Plan Blog

MAY 23, 2013

Fortunately, California Governon Jerry Brown signed into law Benefit Corporation (!B The passage of this law creates two options for socially responsible business models in California. On the other hand, management of non-profit organizations are liable to the IRS when they reward investors.

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Up and Running

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

There are several different types of business plans that can help you stay on track. If you’re seeking a bank loan or outside investment, you probably need a traditional business plan. But if you’re writing a plan as an internal guide for strategic growth, you should consider a lighter version— a Lean Plan.

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Steve Blank

MAY 23, 2016

When I retired after 21 years working in 8 startups, I was invited to be a guest lecturer at the business school at the University of California Berkeley. Established businesses execute business models while startups search for them. Let me give you an example.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 24, 2013

I’m a strong believer that investors invest in people, before they invest in a business plan, or an idea. But I continue to learn that there are a host of other factors, maybe not even related to you or your business, that could keep you from getting the funding that you need. No surprises here. Experience does count.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

As a member of the selection committee on one of these local organizations, I use Angelsoft on the investor side to review business plans, deal flow, and help orchestrate presenters at monthly meetings of the local organization. You can then begin your application to one or more of these organizations right on the same screen.

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Up and Running

JUNE 4, 2018

He struck up his friendship with Jobs as the result of an introduction by a mutual friend who had met Jobs at their California high school. Obviously, there’s some need for caution if you plan to get a significant business off the ground while you’re studying. Use college systems with care.

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Steve Blank

MAY 7, 2009

I hate business plan competitions. I Love Business Plan Competitions I had a breakfast with a friend who has founded a few companies in Thailand and started the New Ventures Program at one of their universities. For all the reasons why business plan competitions are wonderful for students from outside the U.S.,

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Steve Blank

AUGUST 31, 2009

The Focus on Execution Versus Learning and Discovery The product development model assumes that customers needs are known, the product features are known, and your business model is known. Given this certainty, it’s logical that a startup will hire a sales and marketing team to simply execute your business plan.

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Steve Blank

JANUARY 6, 2011

Fourth, as a public official in the State of California , to offer a window on how public policy on California Coastal protection gets made. Third, to share both thinking and practice as I learned how to teach entrepreneurs (the way one teaches artists and musicians.). To add your email to the free podcast alert service, click here.

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Up and Running

AUGUST 28, 2019

Having these experienced brains reviewing your business plan can help ensure you don’t waste time and money on what is really a cool hobby or rewarding social venture masquerading as a great business idea. Decide on your business location. Utah is often cited as having excellent online applications and forms.

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Gust

OCTOBER 12, 2014

I’m a strong believer that investors invest in people, before they invest in a business plan, or an idea. But I continue to learn that there are a host of other factors, maybe not even related to you or your business, that could keep you from getting the funding that you need. Image via Flickr by Jeff Belmonte.

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Steve Blank

DECEMBER 7, 2009

No business plan survives first contact with customers The real value is finding the product/market fit. Successful companies are about the learning, discovery, iteration on your initial ideas. If someone can do a better job iterating hypotheses and executing than you can, you deserve to fail. That’s not found in a set of slides.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 6, 2013

Established in Cupertino, California in 1976, Apple really didn’t get on the map until the advent of the Macintosh in 1984, eight years later. Amazon''s initial business plan was unusual: the company did not expect a profit for four to five years; the strategy was actually more effective than his business plan predicted.

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Steve Blank

OCTOBER 13, 2016

Bad Habit #3: Insisting on untested and detailed business plans. Most established companies require detailed business plans for new ideas. Business plans actually maximize the risk of failure because of the focus on executing an unproven idea rather than testing it. Don’t ask innovators for business plans.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 31, 2016

Established in Cupertino, California in 1976, Apple really didn’t get on the map until the advent of the Macintosh in 1984, eight years later. Amazon's initial business plan was unusual: the company did not expect a profit for four to five years; the strategy was actually more effective than his business plan predicted.

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Up and Running

JUNE 13, 2017

The technical assistance and workshops help improve business skills in strategic planning, accounting, and marketing to ensure the business will be sustainable. Accion also provides microfinance and larger loans to small businesses throughout the United States. Make sure your financial house is in order.

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Up and Running

JULY 25, 2013

The partnership also included a statewide business plan competition called the “ BEC Boost “ It was the state’s first-ever business plan competition. How did you hear about the California BEC Boost business plan competition? I had 13 teams, totaling 19 students.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 9, 2012

Established in Cupertino, California in 1976, Apple really didn’t get on the map until the advent of the Macintosh in 1984, eight years later. Amazon's initial business plan was unusual: the company did not expect a profit for four to five years; the strategy was actually more effective than his business plan predicted.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 3, 2010

I’m a strong believer that investors invest in people, before they invest in a business plan, or an idea. California (Silicon Valley), New York (NYC), and Massachusetts (Boston) are the places to be in the US for venture capital attention. The significant findings include the following: Founders need to live in the right place.

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ReadWriteStart

MARCH 29, 2023

As a newly established startup, there are some key elements that your business requires to ensure your short and long-term success. A well-detailed business plan, a launch plan, early funding, and the right talent and equity from founders are all among the basic ingredients that can help get a startup off the ground.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 24, 2012

But many entrepreneurs don’t realize that Angels are also extremely discerning in the projects that they will invest in, rejecting approximately 97% of the proposals submitted to them, according to the California Investment Network. Prepare an investment-grade business plan. Finalize your financial model.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 26, 2011

Established in Cupertino, California in 1976, Apple really didn’t get on the map until the advent of the Macintosh in 1984, eight years later. Amazon's initial business plan was unusual: the company did not expect a profit for four to five years; the strategy was actually more effective than his business plan predicted.

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Steve Blank

MAY 11, 2009

Filed under: Customer Development , Marketing , SuperMac , Technology | Tagged: Steve Blank , SuperMac « Love/Hate Business Plan Competitions Gravity Will be Turned Off » 17 Responses EricS , on May 11, 2009 at 11:05 am Said: I loved my Spigot. It was fun watching it happen.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

OCTOBER 8, 2020

In fact, California on the whole has a number of great opportunities for business owners. What makes California great for business opportunities? California has it all. California is full of culture and California has 3,320,977 small businesses, according to the most current federal data available.

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Austin Startup

FEBRUARY 8, 2010

Blake Mycoskie- A respected social entrepreneur who founded TOMS Shoes based out of Santa Monica, California. “We We are reminded in times of crisis that the American economy thrives when small businesses and entrepreneurs thrive,” said Red McCombs. Speakers this year include: Red McCombs- One of Texas’ best known entrepreneurs.

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Up and Running

APRIL 11, 2014

a California corporation. So there you see another business dying, but it hadn’t really died. a California corporation, became an Oregon corporation in 1992, and the California corporation died in 1994. So there you see another business dying, and see it wasn’t. Palo Alto Software, Inc.,

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Steve Blank

JULY 27, 2009

OK, done.) “Steve, I would really appreciate it if you could review my business plan and forward it to Mike Maples at Maples Investments. Reply David Binetti , on July 27, 2009 at 11:11 pm Said: (Consequences of ‘no’: zero. Benefits of ‘yes’: huge.

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Up and Running

MARCH 7, 2013

Small Business Development Centers ( SBDC s) across the U.S. California’s YEP ) that you can support. Small Business Administration’s Teen Business Link provides valuable resources to help young entrepreneurs start, grow, and own their business. Philadelphia’s Empowerment Group ).

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Up and Running

AUGUST 29, 2014

Consider a venture feasibility study as a start on a business plan if the idea looks profitable. Company culture changes as the employees in the business change, as management makes strategic decisions and as the business environment shifts. The most successful businesses have an adaptive culture.

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