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Grant Applications Often Provide Early-Stage Funding

Startup Professionals Musings

Acquiring seed-stage funding is admittedly tough, but a source that I find often overlooked is government grant funding, accessible in the U.S. Specifically, I often point to the NSF or the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program for high-tech startups.

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13 Critical Small Business Legal Requirements to Start a Business

Up and Running

Not only do these requirements ensure that businesses operate within the law but it also protects small business owners and their consumers. . Let’s take that innovative new business idea and walk through all the requirements you need to consider to successfully start a business that’s legally recognized.

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Should Early Stage Startups Move to Austin because of Customers?

Austin Startup

It follows up on my posts discussing why early stage startups should — or should not — move to Silicon Valley. Should Early Stage Startups Move to Austin because of Customers? Early adopters, especially those who are willing to pay for novel services, are the lifeblood of lean startups.

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How To Survive The Loss Of A Main Customer

YoungUpstarts

Running a small business can come with a slew of challenges. In the early stages, it isn’t uncommon for businesses to bank their earnings on a handful of customers (or sometimes, just one). by Zain Jaffer, serial entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of Zain Ventures. Among the list: the loss of a major client.

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Extremely Valuable Tips for Creating a Financial Forecast During the Early Stages of an Entrepreneurial Journey

Up and Running

Depending on your industry this can be obtained from: Government and statistical bureaus publishing small business statistics. A solid forecast is created using data from your performance along with real-time data from your industry and the market. Doing a competitor analysis.

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What’s the Difference Between a Small Business Venture and a Startup?

Up and Running

So, when I hear people use the word ‘startup’ in association with a small businesses – say a restaurant, cafe, hair salon or dental practice – my mind balks. The Small Business Association sums it up best: “In the world of business, the word “startup” goes beyond a company just getting off the ground.

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A short guide to managing small business finances

The Startup Magazine

One of the most important things to get right when starting a small business is your finances, but if you’ve never had to organise invoices and pay taxes, this is easier said than done. Most startups need some kind of funding in their early stages, whether that’s a loan, grant or pot of savings. Secure funding.

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