Up and Running

MAY 16, 2017

Take a moment and step back to review the business plan that you worked so hard on. The details within those pages will remind you of the spending strategy you outlined to get your business off the ground. With this in mind, it is imperative to spend capital wisely to make sure your business finds success.

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 12, 2017

Whether you’re simply trying to scale your business or seeking equity investment, having a plan is key. . Recently, Barbara Corcoran , entrepreneur and Shark Tank judge, shared some of her insights on small business. Do you regularly review your plan? Do you work on your business, or in our business?

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Up and Running

JUNE 29, 2010

If you’re serious about starting a business, growing a business that already exists or managing your business better, and you’re in the United States, then you ought to know where the nearest SBDC is. That stands for Small Business Development Center. There are about 1,000 of them in the United States.

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Hunter Walker

JUNE 10, 2016

This week I’ll be running a series of Five Question interviews with small businesses which were facilitated by BondStreet , a SMB lending platform (we’re investors). HW: All of the social platforms claim to help small businesses and brands amplify their voice, find their customers. SEO is crucial as well. MC: Oh wow.

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 30, 2017

If you’re selling enterprise software, this may require a significantly larger investment than a coffee shop. If you will be seeking outside financing, a business plan is a necessity. Depending on the size and goals of your venture, you may need to seek financing from an “angel” investor or from a venture capital firm.

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Hunter Walker

JUNE 10, 2016

This week I’ll be running a series of Five Question interviews with small businesses which were facilitated by BondStreet , a SMB lending platform (we’re investors). HW: All of the social platforms claim to help small businesses and brands amplify their voice, find their customers. SEO is crucial as well. MC: Oh wow.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Any information that helps support your business idea goes here, including market studies, legal agreements, photos of your products, and more. For more information about how to create a business plan, the Small Business Administration has you covered. Click here to see their complete guide to writing a business plan.

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Up and Running

MAY 30, 2016

Additional resources to help you choose a location: How to Choose a Business Location. 13 Out of the Ordinary Ways to Find the Perfect Business Location. Demographic Data on the SBA Website. Step 2: Consider your startup financing. Insurance (business, liability, property, and liquor liability if applicable).

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Up and Running

MAY 23, 2016

Since the term “cloud computing” was coined in 1996—at least as we have come to understand its meaning—the software as a service industry has exploded. If you use software like LivePlan, you can create this initial “lean plan” in under an hour and then spend your time where it really matters—on validating your idea.

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Up and Running

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Many businesses, both large and small, rely on borrowed capital to fuel growth and fund other business initiatives. This means small business owners need to understand how their credit impacts their ability to borrow more than the average consumer looking to purchase a house or buy a new car.

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Up and Running

MAY 28, 2015

We recently had Tim Berry, Palo Alto Software founder and business planning expert, present our Bplans audience with his latest advice on lean business planning. You do in small business, in startups, you survive on focus, and my shortcut to strategy that I like is think about identify, market and business offering.

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Hearpreneur

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Thanks to Alex Contes, Review Grower ! #3- 3- Finance Club Photo Credit: Jonathan Tian I am enrolled with the Finance Club on LinkedIn to enhance my business operation beyond boundaries. In this LinkedIn group, I can meet like-minded people interested in finance, loan, banking, accounting, and insurance.

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 21, 2014

While our data does apply to a US audience, the reasons for starting a business really aren’t going to be that different, whether you’re in Canada or South Africa. Think the country is dominated by big businesses run by people with MBAs? You don’t need any ‘special’ training to run a business.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

You’ve paid your dues. Admit it – you’ve thought about starting your own consulting business. Navigating the transition between a salaried employee and running your own consulting business can be tricky. People often ask: How do I get clients for my consulting business? Fill In the Business Blanks.

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Up and Running

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

In this two-part guide to starting a brewery, we’re going to talk with brewers who’ve been there-done-that, and we’ll get insights from experts in supporting industries such as insurance and finance, as well as discuss regulatory issues. In part two, we’ll discuss finances, insurance, and regulations for breweries.

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Up and Running

APRIL 11, 2017

If your knowledge and skills could stand to improve, consider taking advantage of the many free business training resources that are available both online and in-person. Small Business Administration is a particularly valuable resource, offering courses that cover virtually every important aspect of creating and operating a business.

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Up and Running

MAY 15, 2019

In this guide to starting a brewery, we’re going to talk with brewers who’ve been-there-done-that, and we’ll get insights from experts in supporting industries such as insurance and finance, as well as discuss regulatory issues. Backed by a team of private local investors , ColdFire gained access to additional capital through an SBA loan.

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