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According to CNN Money, the economy is still very sluggish, with only 1.6 percent growth in 2016. Yet if you wait for an economy bubble before starting your new business, you will be making a comparable mistake to the people who thought during the dot-com bubble "all I have to do is a startup, and Read More
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Why Every Startup Really Needs a Marketing Strategy

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From http://www.markevans.ca 2815 days ago
Made Hot by: BizWise on March 3, 2017 8:38 pm
For many startups, a marketing strategy gets between them and tactical execution. In theory, it seems like a good idea but strategic plans are bypassed or receive little attention because a startup is focused on getting stuff done.

But not having a marketing strategy is a major mistake. In fact, Read More
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Women start over 1,000 new businesses every day in the United States. It’s a great time to be a woman entrepreneur. This is a terrific, FREE ebook with tons of actionable advice to help you start, grow and manage your business.

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50 Handmade Business Ideas You Can Start From Home

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From https://smallbiztrends.com 2821 days ago
Made Hot by: OpenSourceMedia on March 1, 2017 2:48 pm
There are plenty of home based business ideas out there. But if you’re looking for something that will let you exercise your creativity and work from home with supplies that are easily attainable, then a handmade business might be for you. Here are 50 handmade business ideas that you can do right f Read More
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An all-too-common question I get from startups and small businesses is “Which is the right social media platform for my business?” Is it Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, or one of the other 200 active platforms vying for attention these days? The right answer is that not all of these are worth your att Read More
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Why Good Marketing Campaign Costs Continue To Rise

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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 2819 days ago
Made Hot by: luvhealthcare on February 28, 2017 9:41 am
Every time I challenge a business plan with little or no budget for marketing, I get the answer that they will be using “viral” marketing, which costs nothing. The founder explains that the product is so “buzz-worthy” that usage will spread rapidly through word-of-mouth only, meaning people loving Read More
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An Easier Business Model Canvas Template: The Lean Plan Template

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From https://www.liveplan.com 2821 days ago
Made Hot by: fusionswim on February 26, 2017 10:16 pm
The Business Model Canvas template can be difficult to understand without substantial training, and isn’t right for everyone. Lean Planning offers a flexible, easy to use alternative. Read More
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Most of the guidance you see for entrepreneurs is aimed at those who are selling a product (Apple, Tesla, Xiaomi), or selling a service (Uber, Airbnb, Snapchat). Yet, according to statistics from the Small Business Association (SBA), over half of new businesses offer something else - personal profe Read More
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Deciding when the time is right to start a business is a huge challenge. How do you know when to take the plunge? Should you go all in, all at once—or take it more slowly? Here's how to decide. Read More
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8 Ways Ownership Thinking Will Make You An A-Player

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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 2822 days ago
Made Hot by: deanuk on February 24, 2017 11:02 pm
One of the biggest challenges in changing your lifestyle from an employee to starting your own business, is focusing on the right ownership elements, versus having a boss who sets the business goals, and provides performance feedback. Most entrepreneurs relish being their own boss, but find the tra Read More
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