Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 26, 2020

As an advisor to new hardware entrepreneurs, I often hear the myth that a business plan is no longer required to find an investor, if your idea is good enough. You may have heard that venture capitalists in Silicon Valley no longer read business plans. Quantify the market opportunity in business terms.

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ReadWriteStart

JUNE 1, 2020

In very few specific cases, depending on the nature of the business, the business model might demand a considerable gestation period or extensive research and development. For these businesses, it is imperative to get funding from the start without which the company cannot be set up.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 30, 2014

It’s true the some VCs have started writing so many checks that they resemble stock pickers but the majority of us still have less than 10 board seats at any time and tend to go pretty deep so the result is that we care deeply about where we commit our time. Was there consumer demand? No brainer.

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Up and Running

DECEMBER 24, 2020

If you offer physical products your list of subscribers combined with anticipated growth can help predict your stock requirements in advance. That way you can avoid holding excess inventory, having to dump product for a lower price, and even not ordering enough to fulfill demand. How to develop a subscription service. Closing thoughts.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 12, 2016

You may look to Silicon Valley for inspiration, where hyped tech startups have investors vying to get their money in the stocks. Create a Killer Business Plan. Your business plan is extremely important to pitch your business idea to potential investors or lenders, like a bank. Crowdsource Online.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 11, 2021

Later, when your venture is trying to close on financing, or even going public, that forgotten partner surfaces, demanding their original share. Trouble with the IRS over Founders stock value. Business plans and other documents should always be labeled as confidential.

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Both Sides of the Table

JULY 29, 2010

Mark Jeffrey - Q: “Is it more traditional to do your ESOP (employee stock option plan) before or after your angel or Series A funding?&# I talked about the need to have a restricted stock plan for your earliest employees. The downside is that people need to buy their stock. This is minutes 8-11.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 19, 2017

Plan in great detail and avoid things not in the budget. Business plans should be loose frameworks to be used as guidelines rather than detailed route maps. An even better alternative could be stock options, linked to the long-term success of the company. Make sure people take time to look for new opportunities.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

A C-corporation is more complex and expensive, and is recommended only if you expect to pitch to professional investors who demand preferred stock, or to more than 100 potential shareholders. Don’t put your family assets at risk by assuming that a sole proprietorship or partnership will cover your business needs.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 18, 2013

But no matter where you live in the world, you should use the holidays to give thanks for the positives in your life and your business. Yet you can never forget the seasonal business cash flow and activity demands that are approaching, so to be prepared – you need to start the planning now.

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Every business is unique and you may need to refine this list as you go. Begin by taking stock of yourself and your situation: Why do you want to start a business? Industry suppliers (again to get a sense of demand and for market information). Validate your business idea by creating a pitch page. Sabrina Parsons.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 26, 2020

You can compare cover from up to 17 specialist providers with Utility Saving Expert , their in-depth guide and FAQs section will ensure you get the right policy for your business needs. Create a takeaway business plan. Any new business will require a well thought out business plan. Purchasing stock.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 26, 2018

When a small business startup manages to secure external investment magical things happen. But before it can happen, entrepreneurs need to be aware that the benefits of investment involve assurances, sound business planning and scalability. Recognizing the biggest benefit of external investment.

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NZ Entrepreneur

FEBRUARY 17, 2019

Before you plan the rest of your year, it’s time to take stock and look at conducting this ever-important “annual health check” on your business. The current New Zealand economic climate is buoyant and businesses are well positioned for growth. Governance. A lack of direction may result in a company underperforming.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Inventory Management and Stock Control Effective inventory management is another crucial step for the success of any business. Keeping the right balance of stock ensures that your business can meet customer demand without tying up too much capital in inventory.

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Growthink Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2017

This holiday season is the best ever for your business for two simple reasons. The first is that we currently have awesome economic conditions: a roaring stock market, low unemployment, and solid consumer and business confidence, all of which make right now as good a time as ever to start, grow, finance, and/or sell a business.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

JUNE 30, 2020

Run your business more efficiently and conservatively, and cut back in any areas that seem risky. Look at your business plan and see how you can adapt it to temporarily focus on short-term cash flow to ensure that you are back on your feet as quickly as possible. Audit Your Old Stock and Content.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

This could be anything from spotting a rise in demand for a product to predicting when a machine is likely to break down. Then, there’s data mining, where businesses dig into their data to find useful insights. It helps companies to track the flow of goods, demand patterns, and potential disruptions as they happen.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Keeping diligent track of your inventory can avoid stressful scenarios where you’re out of stock on in-demand products, helps you keep up with the sales numbers certain items are doing and helps your employees stay on track with filling orders.

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SoCal CTO

NOVEMBER 1, 2010

It is important to realize that most people who are willing to work for sweat equity are not a) the best, b) in demand, and c) going to put their heart and soul into your project. How To Find A Programmer To Build Your Startup Idea Another option is sweat equity.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

AUGUST 14, 2019

This could mean expanding your range sooner, ordering more stock to meet demand, or even moving to a different premises. The biggest leap of faith may have come from starting out in the first place, but sometimes, if you don’t strike while the iron is hot, you miss out on opportunities that could be making the biggest difference.

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Up and Running

APRIL 5, 2021

As business leaders navigate and seize opportunities in this new and expanded market, they’ll inevitably face a few roadblocks. For example, supply chains will now seem outdated; the ways we move and stock products will need reinvention. New business realities also bring new responsibilities. Create a watertight life raft.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 6, 2019

If there is a gap in the market, there will be demand. Business plan. What is your business going to be? These are some serious questions and you need to have an answer for all these questions to create a sound business plan. Finally, you have a product, a business plan, and a marketing strategy.

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 24, 2019

Write out your business plan. As you would if you were starting any other type of business, when you attempt to start your own dental practice, you have to write out an actionable business plan. You may be adept at dentistry, but you’re new to the world of business. Pick the perfect location.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 20, 2013

In startup business plans, a bubble is too many entrepreneurs and too many investors chasing the latest “next big thing,” like Google search engine, Facebook social network, or Amazon e-commerce site. Supply and demand ignored. We all believe that supply and demand meet to create stable prices (reflexive). Overconfidence.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 15, 2014

If you’re interested in owning your own business and have a passion for seeking out the best merchandise, a thrift store might be right for you. Getting Started: Establish Business Plan and Budget. The first step to owning a business of any kind is to establish a business plan and a budget.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 25, 2011

In startup business plans, a bubble is too many entrepreneurs and too many investors chasing the latest “next big thing,” like Google search engine, Facebook social network, or Amazon e-commerce site. Supply and demand ignored. We all believe that supply and demand meet to create stable prices (reflexive). Overconfidence.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 6, 2019

The entire dynamics and world of business is changing at an incredibly fast pace because of the internet and the connection it offers everyone on a world wide level. All you really need is a computer, access to the internet and a phone line to begin the process of being a business owner. Planning Ahead. Finding Capital.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 10, 2012

Later, when your venture is trying to close on financing, or even going public, that forgotten partner surfaces, demanding their original share. Trouble with the IRS over Founders stock value. Business plans and other documents should always be labeled as confidential.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

MARCH 31, 2022

If your business is thriving, there is a risk that you may become overwhelmed, so here are a few ideas to help you avoid business disasters during stressful times. Keep Ahead of Demand. Keeping ahead of demand is one of the easiest ways to avoid business disasters. Avoid Skeleton Crews.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 7, 2013

Later, when your venture is trying to close on financing, or even going public, that forgotten partner surfaces, demanding their original share. Trouble with the IRS over Founders stock value. Business plans and other documents should always be labeled as confidential.

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crowdSPRING Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

Business plans for entrepreneurs: the three ‘Rs’ – Part I – [link]. “ nobody wins if you go out of business&# – On Pricing – [link]. Business plans for entrepreneurs: the three ‘Rs’ – Part I – [link]. Employee Equity: Restricted Stock and RSUs on #mbamondays – [link].

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YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 6, 2015

Check out the customer and client base in this area and figure out what the demand is for. You should adjust your business model where necessary. Have a look at their business model and figure out if anything changed just before the started to experience success. Once you know what the demand is you can adjust if necessary.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 2, 2011

Later, when your venture is trying to close on financing, or even going public, that forgotten partner surfaces, demanding their original share. Trouble with the IRS over founders stock value. Business plans and other documents should always be labeled as confidential.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

State revenues continue to drop and the demand for services has never been higher. Come up with a business plan for your dispensary. This helps you fully understand the risks and challenges of operating a new business. The business plan contains your financial projections. It’s money. Find Vendors.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

So your business should be thriving at this time of year. There are, however, aspects of the day-to-day running of your business that you may need to improve upon to help you deal with the demand. One of the first things that you may need to think about would be the security element of your business.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

How well are you currently coping with the current demands of your company? Take stock of how things are running right now and factor in any changes you will need to make or any extra staff you need to hire to meet expected demand. Is There A Demand for What You Can Offer? Look at what your competitors are doing?

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