I recently read an article in Inc. Magazine about entrepreneurs who started their businesses during a recession. Like many small businesses, we are not totally immune to the macroeconomic cycles of the day, but if you have a good business, it doesn’t matter what the consumer confidence is. If you’re thinking about starting a business, [...]
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Excite, Don’t Educate! – The Entrepreneur's Manual for Pitching To Investors
July 31st, 2008
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Why did we start a business? Because we had a vision that excited us. But after toiling away for months or years in the business, we sometimes lose sight of the vision that excited us. All the “in the weeds” or “see the forest from the trees” clichés come to haunt us.
To pitch to investors, [...]
The Basics of a Business Plan – A Must for Savvy Entrepreneurs and Inventors
July 17th, 2008
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After speaking with many investors, entrepreneurs, and consulting startup guides left and right, here are some key things that are critical to include in your business plan:
Cover Sheet
a) Mission
b) Long Term Vision
c) Short Term Vision
d) Description of Services
e) Marketing Plan – who are your customers and why do they want your product/service
f) Marketing Strategy & Execution
g) Competitive Landscape
h) Market Research
i) Go-to-Market Execution Plan
j) Management Team [...]
Are You Ready To Open A Small Business?
June 19th, 2008
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Those of you on the verge of starting a new business or are already in business, this is meant to be a short checklist of the core requirements entrepreneurs need to be successful. Let’s all see if we are on the right track or not:
• Vision: You must have a vision of where you want your [...]
