Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 5, 2021

In finance, a bubble is too much money chasing assets, greater asset production and a herd mentality. 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. Overconfidence.

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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? If you will be seeking outside financing, a business plan is a necessity. The standard business plan includes nine parts: The Executive Summary.

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ReadWriteStart

JUNE 1, 2020

The shares given out can either be common stocks or preferred stocks. ? Debt investment. You can get a personal loan without a business plan. If you are facing any problem you can always check out this: Business Loan vs. Equity Financing. The second form of debt funding is personal loans. Inception stage.

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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.

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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. Many startups delay incorporation until the first formal round of financing, which is too late.

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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. Would they build a world class team.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 16, 2020

Whether you plan to sell a property online or via local campaigns, conducting research is a must in the world of real estate. Have Your Own Business Plan. No business starts successfully without having a business plan. It’ll serve as the pillar of your business and can help you get into every detail.

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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 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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Up and Running

AUGUST 28, 2019

Agree upon how much of this business each of your leaders owns, and write that down on slips of paper called “stock certificates”. Once that’s done, you’re free to get to work running and growing your new business! Decide on your business location. Issue stock. Write that stuff down in a special book.

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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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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 4, 2013

Should I trust my instincts for founders and products or should I be more focused on the market size or business plan? Otherwise you’re a stock picker, which in this business isn’t a good thing. They do this because they have amazing skills at writing business plans.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 20, 2020

Being passionate about your business idea isn’t enough. It is crucial to create a comprehensive business plan detailing how you intend to source financing, who your target market is, how you plan to market your business, and what your competition looks like. You know there will be challenges.

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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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Mike Michalowicz

JUNE 25, 2014

The first rule of thumb for any entrepreneur is to sit down and write a business plan, right? After all, that’s what all the “experts” and many business start-up books say. Heck, it actually seems like a right of passage for anyone that even thinks of starting a business. Well, I am here to tell you to think again!

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 4, 2013

Should I trust my instincts for founders and products or should I be more focused on the market size or business plan? Otherwise you’re a stock picker, which in this business isn’t a good thing. They do this because they have amazing skills at writing business plans.

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Up and Running

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Initial Public Offering (IPO): This exit strategy is not suited to most small businesses, primarily because it means convincing both investors and Wall Street analysts that stock in your business will be worth something to the general public. Passing Palo Alto Software on to family was more fortuitous than carefully planned.

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Up and Running

JUNE 13, 2017

CDFI program awardees financed 13,300 businesses. To find a CDFI, visit the Opportunity Finance Network. Before you apply for a business loan from a community-based lender, do your homework. Lenders can secure loans with equipment, a stock portfolio, or other assets. Chances are there’s a community lender near you.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 6, 2021

If you are planning to start a trucking business in Texas or just any State of the US, you require the help of Texas DOT authority. The following steps explain this in detail: Source: Stock Image. Business Plan. Most trucking businesses start from establishing themselves in house moving services. Conclusion.

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Business Plan Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2013

The first milestone in a new startup’s financing is called ‘Seed Capital’ which refers to the initial investment raised by the founders from their friends and family, or commonly referred to as FFF (Friends, Family and Founders), who mostly use their personal assets. *The Convertible Debt Financing. Raising Seed Capital.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Cloud accounting software automates most tasks associated with the business’s finances, including sales and tracking of expenses. In addition to this, you can access this information remotely from anywhere, giving you the flexibility required to run a business. Have an Actionable Plan.

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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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OnlyOnce

JULY 9, 2013

Chapter 2: Defining and Testing the Story…Start Out By Admitting You’re Wrong, A Lean Business Plan Template, Problem, Solution, Key Metrics, Unique Value Proposition and Unfair Advantages, Channels, Customer Segments, Cost Structure and Revenue Streams. Chapter 3: Telling the Story to Your Investors…The Business Plan is Dead.

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Up and Running

MAY 1, 2018

A friend recommended it to me, and it was the single most important thing I did on my journey as a business owner and operator. It taught me the most important thing: How to prepare a business plan and work that plan. It helped me put together a business plan that was realistic and not just numbers thrown together.

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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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www.inc.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

Small Business Success | Mondays and Thursdays. The Goods: Your Business Toolbox | Thursdays. Finance | Tuesdays. Todays Small Business News | Daily. Writing A Business Plan. Running A Home-Based Business. Naming a Business. Financing a Small Business. Buying a Small Business.

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Up and Running

JANUARY 4, 2017

One way to boost your attractiveness to a potential investor is to ensure that you have a strong business plan in place. If you are struggling to craft a clear business plan, seek out a professional writer or marketer with experience who can help you. Hiring the right employees. See Also: How to Hire Your First Employee.

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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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Growthink Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2016

The three big economic stories since last month’s election have been a dynamic stock market rally, a strengthening dollar, and rising economic confidence. And so the ambitious executive should ask: How should 2017 business plans and performance expectations be “reset” in light of this improved outlook? Here are three ideas: #3.

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www.entrepreneur.com

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

Entrepreneur Homepage Startups Starting a Business Home How-To Guides Startup Basics Business Ideas Business Planning Startup Financing Success Stories Home-Based Business Starting a Business Play Video How to Take a New Product from Just an Idea to a Business (Video).

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

JANUARY 26, 2020

This will be what you fall back on when you have a few months that you don’t make much cash, or if you need to invest in some new technology or stock. If you need help with managing your finances as a small business , then you should seek an accountant that has experience in your business sector.

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Up and Running

JUNE 17, 2019

But the truth is most businesses ignore the most powerful financial tools in the accounting arsenal: the balance sheet and the cash flow statement. These three basic financial statements provide the most comprehensive view of any business. That’s why they’re considered essential components of a business plan.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 7, 2018

You may also be able to save big by purchasing one of the Jacksonville homes for sale and increase your odds of developing a successful business at the same time. Of course, location on its own doesn’t equal success – and, a business can’t be run on determination and skills alone either. Penny Stocks.

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www.inc.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

Small Business Success | Mondays and Thursdays. The Goods: Your Business Toolbox | Thursdays. Finance | Tuesdays. Todays Small Business News | Daily. Writing A Business Plan. Running A Home-Based Business. Naming a Business. Financing a Small Business. Buying a Small Business.

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Business Plan Blog

APRIL 10, 2012

Techcrunch just began a 3-Part series addressing convertible note seed financing that we feel our readers would be very interested in. But wait, what’s convertible note seed financing?? In layman’s terms, investors will give money to a startup but instead of getting money back, they get preferred stock in return. Interested?

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Up and Running

JULY 2, 2014

of our company in exchange for the $300K, and my business partner and I each diluted from 50% ownership down to 33.3% At this point in our startup’s saga, a mentor suggested we hire another attorney—someone with experience in technology startups that raise multiple rounds of financing and desire founder exits within five to seven years.

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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. Many startups delay incorporation until the first formal round of financing, which is too late.

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