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SXSW Startups: Knowbella

Austin Startup

They will initially generate crowdsourcing revenues by matchmaking science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) researchers with government, academia and industry employers who pay to access the scientists seeking employment. We will also seek first-mover STEM recruiting customers in order to generate revenues.

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Valuations 101: Scorecard Valuation Methodology

Gust

In 2011, the valuation of pre-revenue, start-up companies is typically in the range of $1.5–$2.5 Such comparisons can only be made for companies at the same stage of development, in this case, for pre-revenue startup ventures. As can be seen the average (mean) pre-money valuation for recent pre-revenue deals is $2.1

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2012 Valuation Survey of Angel Groups

Gust

This summer I conducted our third annual survey of the pre-money valuation of pre-revenue companies recently funded by angel groups in North America. For the first time, we asked for data from specific business sectors, as follows: All pre-revenue deals. Pre-revenue life Science, biotech and medical device deals. Number: 30.

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Entrepreneurs, Commit Not These 7 Deadly Sins

YoungUpstarts

How else can you define a sales process or know what to look for when you hire a sales manager or seek distribution partnerships? Most VCs don’t invest pre-revenue. Besides, company founders have to learn first-hand what it takes to win over customers. If you dread calling on customers, you can’t be a successful entrepreneur.

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The Venture Capital Secret: 3 Out of 4 Start-Ups Fail

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Top 25+ Staffing Agencies to Help You Hire Fast

Transformify

Founded by a US Army Veteran, Pride Staff is really strong in Ohio. Founded by a former Robert Half employee, SNI Companies has long crossed the USD 100 million revenue benchmark. Pride Staff. The staffing agency specializes in accounting, administrative, clerical, customer service roles. SNI Companies. CoWorx Staffing Services.

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In Business, Your Destination Is Your Reality

Growthink Blog

Businesses are typically born out of a goal or a dream, such as "to be the best Italian Restaurant in the Tri-County area and be booked 3 months in advance" or "to grow my consulting business to $2M in revenue by my fifth year in business." For example, when going to New York to Las Vegas, you may map stops in Ohio, Missouri, and Colorado.