If you startup is your dream, why would you want to think about an exit? It’s going to be so successful and so much fun that you don’t need to think about what comes after. Wrong. There are two very real and practical reasons why you need to plan an exit:
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Here is Why You Need a Good Startup Exit Strategy
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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 4541 days ago
8 Ways to Surf the Entrepreneur Information Wave
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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 4542 days ago
Being an entrepreneur these days requires an understanding of a thousand topics, many of which don’t even exist today in traditional learning vehicles, like schools and textbooks. The Internet and its information wave have changed everything – it’s the problem, with constant change, and it’s the so
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It’s a Big Step from Engineer to an Entrepreneur
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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 4543 days ago
Every engineer who has invented some new technology, or is adept at creating solutions, believes that is the hard part, and it should be a short step to take that solution to market as an entrepreneur. In reality, that short business step embodies far more risk, and a poor technology solution is no
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10 People Who Will Drain Energy From Your Company
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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 4544 days ago
Made Hot by: FrankenBlogger on February 19, 2012 9:44 pm
Every organization, no matter how small, has one or more people who are quite simply obnoxious, and they drain energy from everyone and can strangle your company. Sometimes they are also intellectually brilliant, or closely related to the boss, so there is no easy way out.
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Presenting Your Case to Investors is Rarely Free
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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 4545 days ago
If you are new to the startup space and Angel investing, you probably don’t realize that some groups of Angel investors charge entrepreneurs a fee to pitch to their groups. This practice has caused a rousing debate among key players, with some calling it a scam, and others defending it as necessary
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The Startup Clock Starts When You Incorporate
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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 4546 days ago
The official start date for your startup is the date you incorporate the business. This is obviously important for tax purposes, but may also dramatically influence how potential investors, customers, and competitors look at you.
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Every Entrepreneur Needs a Mentor, but not a Critic
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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 4547 days ago
Made Hot by: Small Business News on February 14, 2012 12:39 am
The dictionary definition of a mentor is “an experienced and trusted advisor,” or “leader, tutor or coach.” The definition of a critic sounds similar, “a person who offers reasoned judgment or analysis.” The big difference, of course, is that a mentor looks ahead to help you, while a critic looks b
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7 Dumb Leadership Mistakes Smart Managers Avoid
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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 4548 days ago
Many professionals in business, from startups to multi-nationals, assume that team leader or executive is an appointed position, and the skills come with the title. In reality, leadership is best demonstrated while not in a position of authority, and is a skill that must be sharpened every day of y
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Entrepreneurs Due Diligence on Investors Is Smart
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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 4549 days ago
Due diligence should always be a two-way street. A while back, I published an article on “Startup Due Diligence Is Not a Mysterious Black Art,” describing what investors do to validate your startup before they invest. Here is the inverse, sometimes called reverse due diligence, describing what you
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Red Flags To Avoid When Talking About Competitors
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From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 4550 days ago
One of the most important questions you will be asked by potential investors is how your solutions beats the competition, not just today, but over the three to five year life of their investment. There is no perfect answer to this question, but there are many wrong answers which will immediately je
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