Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

One of the reasons that now is the time to be an entrepreneur is the explosion of startup assistance organizations, usually called incubators or accelerators. I believe the real value of an incubator is in the relationships you can build there, with peers as well as domain experts, investors, and potential strategic partners.

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The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 18, 2020

As part of The Startup Magazine Female Founder series , we sat down with award-winning entrepreneur Elizabeth Colón. Elizabeth enjoys sharing her success story with other female entrepreneurs. She works hard to provide women with the guidance and tools necessary to become vibrant leaders and build resilient businesses.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

It seems that most of you entrepreneurs I meet in my role as business advisor are convinced that starting a new business requires equity investors, exponential growth, and a plan to go public via IPO. If your passion is customers, you definitely will be happier as a lifestyle entrepreneur.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 12, 2014

One of the most frequent questions I get as a mentor to entrepreneurs is “How do I find the money to start my business?” I always answer that there isn’t any magic, and contrary to the popular myth, nobody is waiting in the wings to throw money at you, just because you have a new and exciting business idea.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 3, 2019

In the world of capitalism success, the potential of female entrepreneurs unveils as exceeding rates of women entering the fields of businesses, whether on a small scale such as spas to retail outlets, can be prominently observed. It partners with the U.S. Definite rules and regulations.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 16, 2016

We witness so many of the subtle gains of our labor – ideas made real, people turned passionate partners and the prospects of inching ever-closer to a long-term future rather than the great likelihood of total business failure. At the same time, despite these odds, entrepreneurs have gusto about growth.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

JULY 2, 2019

Fortunately, the business funding gender gap is narrowing, and larger shares of debt and equity capital are going to women-owned ventures, in part because more women are in lending and investing decision-making positions. Not only do such funding sources focus on women-owned businesses, they also tend to offer more favorable terms.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 28, 2019

One of the most significant hurdles that many aspiring entrepreneurs must face involves raising capital to launch their business. With some business models, it may take many months or even a few years until the company can break even or turn a profit on a regular basis. Small Business Loans.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

The US Small Business Administration notes that fast-food franchises make up the most popular business type for new entrepreneurs. From medspa franchise opportunities to retail businesses, there’s no shortage of supply. Franchises are an easy way to trade on the popularity of an established name.

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mashable.com

OCTOBER 27, 2010

Contact Us Submit News Contact Us Write for Us Spark of Genius Series Mashable | The Social Media Guide Business Mashable on Facebook Join Us! This post originally appeared on the American Express OPEN Forum , where Mashable regularly contributes articles about leveraging social media and technology in small business.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

Most entrepreneurs start a new business with dreams of success, but the unfortunate fact is that too many of them fail. Census Bureau showed the reality in hard terms – 400,000 small businesses opened and 470,000 SMBs closed their doors just last year. Small Business Administration.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Write a business plan. Decide your legal business structure. Purchase business insurance. Find partners or investors. Grow your business. If you want to start your own business, you need to consider your strengths, weaknesses, and interests. What is the maximum figure I can safely spend on this business?

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crowdSPRING Blog

JULY 6, 2017

Shira Sue Carmi , the founder of Launch Collective , reminds us that the business of launching a clothing brand is as important as the artistry: Fashion is amazing in the way it balances art and commerce, but it’s a business. Don’t start a business because you want to design. Develop your brand.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 17, 2021

Saul Mishkin is a business developer that knows how to navigate multiple aspects of the business world. By focusing on skills, legality and branding, Saul Mishkin shares what it takes to succeeds an immigrant entrepreneur. Unique Businesses In America. Immigrant businesses bring unique qualities to the United States.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 16, 2018

The Veterans Advantage lending program works through the Small Business Administration (SBA) to eliminate upfront fees for veterans seeking a business loan. The loan doesn’t come from the SBA itself, but rather through different lending partners including banks, credit unions, etc.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

One of the most predominant reasons traditional business owners transition over to franchising is for new opportunities. It can be a lonely world out there for sole business owners. When an entrepreneur decides to start a business on his or her own it’s only natural for the entire business model to be revolved around them.

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The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 27, 2020

If you are ready to leave traditional employment behind and forge your way through the business world as an entrepreneur, here are some helpful tips to becoming your own boss. Before starting a business, think about your passions and what truly makes you happy in life. Consider Having a Partner. Think About Your Passions.

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YoungUpstarts

JULY 22, 2014

In fact, some of the youngest entrepreneurs actually hold the most impressive legacies, such as Mark Zuckerberg and Mark Masters, and these fresh faces are quickly taking over start-up world. While self-promotion may at first feel uncomfortable, it’s a necessary and important marketing tool for any entrepreneur.

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 24, 2014

Whether it’s wanting the freedom to work for themselves, the flexibility to work from home, or wanting to make a greater impact in their life, more and more women are starting their own businesses. Before they take that leap, however, there are six important things all female business entrepreneurs must know before they start that startup: 1.

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

Mentorship is crucial for all business owners, but it is doubly important for entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs take on many more risks than other business owners and need innovative solutions to the problems of running a company. For new and existing entrepreneurs alike, it is vital to engage with a mentor.

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Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

Who could you contact that might be interested in your business, even if you think they’re totally out of your league? How a law firm got funded thanks to partners that wouldn’t give up. In 2003, Ben Luftman, fresh out of law school, started Luftman, Heck & Associates, LLP, with partner, Jeremy Heck. Look to the government.

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Berkonomics

AUGUST 3, 2023

However, most often, these funds are solicited by a well-meaning entrepreneur from investors who are not qualified as accredited investors under the law (currently requiring a proved income of $200,000 a year or $1 million in net worth for an individual investor). It is most often a win-win for both you and the strategic partner.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 4, 2018

One of the reasons that now is the time to be an entrepreneur is the explosion of startup assistance organizations, usually called incubators or accelerators. I believe the real value of an incubator is in the relationships you can build there, with peers as well as domain experts, investors, and potential strategic partners.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 2, 2020

When applying for a loan through the Small Business Administration (SBA), you have to meet some basic qualifications. Once you meet the SBA’s requirements for being a small business, you’ll need to meet an additional set of requirements provided by your lender.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2014

One of the reasons that now is the time to be an entrepreneur is the explosion of startup assistance organizations, usually called incubators or accelerators. Most of these are non-profits, set up by a university to commercialize new technologies, or a municipality to foster business development for the local economy. Marty Zwilling.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 4, 2016

As an entrepreneur, your days will be filled with surprises and unexpected lessons. While there are many tasks you must juggle to do this, these five tips will help you stay grounded as an entrepreneur: 1. Aim to surround yourself with individuals who believe in your vision and who can bring the skills you need to your business.

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entrepreMusings

JANUARY 26, 2011

Bartering involves trading products and services between complimentary businesses, which is probably more suitable for service-oriented businesses but if you are selling tangible products, there are still opportunities to barter creatively as well. Partnering with a Complimentary Business. SCORE Business Counseling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

I always love to get questions from my readers, and I answer them all, but sometimes I feel like the “Dear Abby’ for entrepreneurs. Here are some real cases: Dear StartupPro, I am a minority looking for funding for a Home HealthCare Service business. Tags: entrepreneur investor Dear Abby advice business. Marty Zwilling.

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Feld Thoughts

JULY 19, 2015

Has the word entrepreneur become too trendy as to have lost its meaning? On a daily basis, I have an email exchange with someone who says they are an entrepreneur. But I’m critical of the use of the word entrepreneur in these contexts. And that takes us back to the word entrepreneur. Here’s a simple example.

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Use this time to make sure that you are matching the business you want to start to your personal aspirations. Be sure to take our quiz to find out if you’re entrepreneur material , too. Once you decide on a business that fits your goals and lifestyle, evaluate your idea. No two businesses are the same! Credit cards.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

What is the maximum figure I can safely spend on this business? What are my expectations of being an entrepreneur? You’ll also want to consider what specific niche is right for your photography business. This is true for any business, not just a photography business. Write a business plan. Find a niche.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2016

One of the most frequent questions I get as a mentor to entrepreneurs is “How do I find the money to start my business?” I always answer that there isn’t any magic, and contrary to the popular myth, nobody is waiting in the wings to throw money at you, just because you have a new and exciting business idea.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 17, 2016

One of the reasons that now is the time to be an entrepreneur is the explosion of startup assistance organizations, usually called incubators or accelerators. I believe the real value of an incubator is in the relationships you can build there, with peers as well as domain experts, investors, and potential strategic partners.

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Up and Running

JULY 24, 2015

This list is broken into categories and is meant to be a one-stop-shop for aspiring entrepreneurs. Business planning. To start your business, you’ll need a sound business plan. But here at Bplans, we make an effort to provide entrepreneurs with the resources they need to start and run successful businesses.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 27, 2017

Difficulties arise when companies begin to scale up because as a company grows and expands its operations, entrepreneurs typically become less involved with the day to day operation of their business. Tips to Successfully Scale Your Business. Focus on Building Your Company’s Culture.

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Hearpreneur

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

As an entrepreneur, joining organizations or networking groups can allow you to connect with like-minded people who can provide you with information and support, and refer customers to you. One of the best ways to promote your business and increase its name recognition is by joining business organizations and/or communities or associations.

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Up and Running

AUGUST 22, 2016

Are You Entrepreneur Material? It’s our new Bplans Quiz, and when you answer seven questions, we’ll tell you whether or not you’re ready to start your own business. See Also: Why Introverts Make Great Entrepreneurs—Plus 5 Tips for the Entrepreneurial Introvert. Many entrepreneurs bring this up as an “aha” moment for them.

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