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Posted by martinzwilling under Startups
From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 3008 days ago
Made Hot by: fusionswim on August 24, 2016 11:49 am

It may not be as sexy, but starting a new business which builds on an existing technology or business model is usually less risky than introducing that ultimate new disruptive technology. There are many levels of innovation that go beyond copying someone else’s idea, but stop short of pushing the l Read More

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13 Books That Should Be on Every Startup Founder's Summer Reading List

Posted by stillwagon428 under Startups
From http://smallbiztrends.com 3010 days ago
Made Hot by: LimeWood on August 23, 2016 7:52 am

There’s so much to read, it can often be overwhelming to know exactly where to start. Not to mention when you’re busy running a company. That’s why we asked 13 entrepreneurs from Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) the following question: What business book should be on every founder’s summer reading Read More

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7 Startup Pitfalls Can Kill Your Business Growth

Posted by martinzwilling under Startups
From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 3010 days ago
Made Hot by: mikehartman1 on August 23, 2016 6:29 am

In my role as an advisory board member for several startups, I’m always excited to see that initial surge of revenue from a great rollout campaign. Unfortunately, many passionate entrepreneurs read this initial surge as success, and charge ahead with more of the same passion, leading to a series of Read More

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Entrepreneurs: are you ready to launch your idea?

Posted by MashaKaran under Startups
From http://www.alphagamma.eu 3009 days ago
Made Hot by: LimeWood on August 22, 2016 2:22 pm

Okay entrepreneurs, a great idea just crossed your mind and you believe it’s going to be the next big thing. You’re pumped up and adamant it’ll work out wonders for you. The thoughts of making it to the top are compelling you to go for it, regardless of what others have to say.

Now, calm down. Read More

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Cash flow is King, or Queen

Posted by tonyp21 under Startups
From http://www.tonypaullconsulting.com 3009 days ago
Made Hot by: sundaydriver on August 22, 2016 6:58 am

As a business owner, the pressure is on to get the business off the ground, breakeven as soon as possible and move into a positive cash flow very soon thereafter. Maintaining the cash flow in the black is a full time task for the entrepreneur. Read More

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Startups Providing A Service Are Difficult To Scale

Posted by martinzwilling under Startups
From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 3012 days ago
Made Hot by: SimplySmallBiz on August 20, 2016 12:30 pm

The critical success factors for a product business are well known, starting with selling every unit with a gross margin of 50 percent or more, building a patent and other intellectual property, and continuous product improvement. If your forte is a service, like consulting or web site design, it’s Read More

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9 Ways to Profit From Your Passion

Posted by popularpicks under Startups
From https://www.entrepreneur.com 3013 days ago
Made Hot by: logistico on August 19, 2016 6:58 am

It's not enough just to be passionate about your business, but without that drive it would be impossible to dedicate your life to your work. This is a list of some of the other skills you need in addition to passion that will make your business thrive. Read More

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How We Use Free Screencasting Apps To Crush Communication At Our Startup

Posted by zolachupik under Startups
From https://www.process.st 3011 days ago
Made Hot by: KristieWeltmermsh on August 18, 2016 4:50 pm

Screencasts are true powerhouses in team communication; they allow us here at Process Street to convey everything in a concise manner with both visual and audial cues, whilst giving the viewer a resource that they can run through as many times as they want. Read More

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How To Match Your Startup Stage To Investor Interest

Posted by martinzwilling under Startups
From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 3016 days ago
Made Hot by: logistico on August 17, 2016 11:06 am

Time is too precious to waste trying to close a deal with the wrong investors at the wrong time. Luckily, not all investors are looking for the same thing, so it pays to know what type of investors are most interested in what your startup brings to the table. Read More

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How To Move From An Entrepreneur To Manager Or Fail

Posted by martinzwilling under Startups
From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 3017 days ago
Made Hot by: sophia2 on August 16, 2016 10:33 am

As a business advisor, I have too often seen technical entrepreneurs get a product or service off the ground with ease, but then struggle mightily when their business reaches a couple of million in annual sales, or the employee count grows beyond a handful. It’s at this stage that the job changes f Read More