Women Entrepreneurs Can

JANUARY 7, 2025

Real-World Consequences of Operating Without Insurance I get it. Bankruptcy Due to Legal Claims: Heres a true story… a bakery owner didnt think they needed insurance. Business Interruption Insurance: If something forces you to shut down temporarilylike a fire or floodthis covers lost income and operating expenses.

Small Business 72

Small Business Technical Review Bankruptcy Reputation 72

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 2, 2011

I like customer service but I also need to do sales, marketing, finance & operations. Fred Wilson seems to be more similar to me because he often writes about email bankruptcy, priority inbox & other topics about how to deal with email. I invest, work deals and do operations. It’s the only way I can survive.

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Email Bankruptcy Equity Technical Review 287

The Startup Magazine

JULY 26, 2021

Due to lockdowns, layoffs and other measures forced by the virus, some manufacturers had to pronounce bankruptcy and completely stop their business actions. These efficient drilling tools, bridge plugs and other assets can boost operational flexibility, optimize completion programs and lower total operating costs.

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Cost Technical Review Bankruptcy Lean 158

Steve Blank

MARCH 15, 2017

I had taken the job of VP of Marketing in a company emerging from bankruptcy. But what I wanted was an agile marketing team capable of operating independently without day-to-day direction. I told him that I had learned long ago that to keep that from happening, you need to on-board/train your team about mission and intent.

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The Startup Magazine

MARCH 8, 2024

By strategically leveraging debt, businesses can access the capital needed to invest in new opportunities, expand operations, and increase profitability. Poorly managed debt can lead to financial strain, decreased creditworthiness, and even bankruptcy. While debt can provide necessary funds for expansion, it also comes with risks.

Finance 147

Finance Technical Review Metrics .Net 147

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 7, 2012

If you are just plain tired of working so hard, or your startup is not getting the traction you expected, should you shut down cleanly, or just file for bankruptcy and walk away? For those who think that bankruptcy is the easy way out, think again. Bankruptcy should always be the absolutely last resort.

Bankruptcy 221

Bankruptcy Salary Operations Employee 221

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

If you are just plain tired of working so hard, or your startup is not getting the traction you expected, should you shut down cleanly, or just file for bankruptcy and walk away? For those who think that bankruptcy is the easy way out, think again. Bankruptcy should always be the absolutely last resort.

Bankruptcy 220

Bankruptcy Entrepreneur Salary Operations 220

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 24, 2017

What type of behavior do you want to incentivize or discourage in your contract drafting process (for shareholder or operating agreement, employment agreement, employee manual and vendor and service agreements)? Bankruptcy? Businesses have their own culture, protocol and rules that are congruent with mission and values. Who owes what?

Partner 208

Partner Technical Review Intellectual Property Due Diligence 208

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 10, 2013

If you are just plain tired of working so hard, or your startup is not getting the traction you expected, should you shut down cleanly, or just file for bankruptcy and walk away? For those who think that bankruptcy is the easy way out, think again. Bankruptcy should always be the absolutely last resort. Marty Zwilling.

Bankruptcy 206

Bankruptcy Startup Salary Operations 206

YoungUpstarts

JULY 1, 2014

Bankruptcies, foreclosures, charge offs and late payments are frowned upon. Evan Singer leads the operational, tactical and strategic activities associated with SmartBiz , the company’s small business loan product. Maintain good credit. Be sure to pay your bills on time. Be prepared to describe spending plans in detail.

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SBA Bankruptcy Small Business Software Review 154

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Rebranding is one way to overcome the odds of a partnership breakage or a bankruptcy, showcasing the good points of your business. By adopting this company-wide business strategy, you’ll improve profitability and reduce production and operations costs. Why are you rebranding your business?

Technical Review 149

Technical Review Software Review Bankruptcy Equity 149

Duct Tape Marketing

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Joe’s “don’t worry about it” mentality, is rooted in his blue-collar upbringing where his father often provided services for free, and once nearly led him to bankruptcy. The reason is their company doesn't operate better in differently. He'd be like, no, don't worry about it.

Cloud 88

Cloud Bankruptcy Widget Kansas City 88

The Equity Kicker

AUGUST 29, 2012

The basic problem is illustrated by the story of Chargify (from WSJ ): for some, the "freemium" strategy is turning out to be a costly trap, leaving them with higher operating costs and thousands of freeloaders. Within a year, the company was on the path to bankruptcy. Most Chargify users never became paying customers.

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Bankruptcy Software Review LLC Business Model 100

Hearpreneur

DECEMBER 23, 2020

When it comes to changes I will be making in my business in the next year, I see us moving away from a traditional office space environment strategy we were operating under prior to the pandemic. 9- Focusing on lean operations. Photo Credit: Brandon Monaghan. Thanks to Lindsey Wander, WorldWise Tutoring LLC ! #9- 13- Focus on wellness.

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Entrepreneur Technical Review Software Review Employee 133

Up and Running

MARCH 15, 2017

If your business has a physical storefront or operates out of offices, particularly if they contain valuable equipment, commercial property insurance is one of the first types of insurance you should consider as it protects the property that your business utilizes. Commercial property insurance. General liability insurance.

Bankruptcy 109

Bankruptcy Software Review Small Business Employee 109

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 6, 2021

If you are just plain tired of working so hard, or your startup is not getting the traction you expected, should you shut down cleanly, or just file for bankruptcy and walk away? For those who think that bankruptcy is the easy way out, think again. Bankruptcy should always be the absolutely last resort.

Bankruptcy 295

Bankruptcy Dividend Salary Cost 295

YoungUpstarts

MARCH 2, 2020

As you are working on your small business startup, it is very likely that the last thing you want to be thinking about is the potential for bankruptcy. After all, bankruptcy is very often associated with failure and you don’t want to cloud your vision with thoughts about potential collapse. What is Bankruptcy?

Bankruptcy 165

Bankruptcy Small Business Startup Cloud 165

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 2, 2014

In fact, since 2000, more than 10 million Americans have filed personal bankruptcy due to their employers’ failed health insurance plan. First, you need to be certified with the Health Insurance Marketplaces in the states where you want to operate. For many, it’s been a struggle. But the Affordable Care Act has changed the game.

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Software Review Employee Retention Government 224

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 26, 2016

The key to being able to run a business that isn’t yet profitable (on operating margin) is availability of capital to finance losses and preferably at a cost that isn’t too punitive to the founders and employees. Poorly calculated LTVs can become BVs (bankruptcy values).

Metrics 150

Metrics Cost Acquisition Startup 150

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 18, 2016

Any unusual financial risks, including contingencies, large contracts, recent bankruptcies or credit denials on the part of any owners must be disclosed. Be prepared to present a detailed cap table, identifying by percentage all owners, investors and debtors. The business structure should be clear and simple.

Technical Review 120

Technical Review Due Diligence Intellectual Property Cap Table 120

Hearpreneur

DECEMBER 30, 2020

I owned a mortgage company when the mortgage industry crashed and lost almost everything pushing me to the brink of personal bankruptcy. The most expensive cost right off the bat is the time commitment when compared to the minimum capital and operational cost. Photo credit: Ty Crandall. Thanks to Jessica Randhawa, The Forked Spoon ! #7-

Technical Review 147

Technical Review Entrepreneur Software Review SEO 147

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 6, 2010

If you are just plain tired of working so hard, or your startup is not getting the traction you expected, should you shut down cleanly, or just file for bankruptcy and walk away? For those who think that bankruptcy is the easy way out, think again. Bankruptcy should always be the absolutely last resort. Marty Zwilling.

Bankruptcy 128

Bankruptcy Salary Operations Employee 128

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 6, 2019

If you are just plain tired of working so hard, or your startup is not getting the traction you expected, should you shut down cleanly, or just file for bankruptcy and walk away? For those who think that bankruptcy is the easy way out, think again. Bankruptcy should always be the absolutely last resort.

Bankruptcy 242

Bankruptcy Startup Dividend Salary 242

The Startup Magazine

APRIL 8, 2021

If a business or person is unable to pay off their debts, then they may be forced to liquidate or declare bankruptcy. The purpose of liquidation and bankruptcy are actually quite similar, although the way that both are applied are not the same. What is bankruptcy? What are the types of bankruptcy? Source: Pexels.

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Bankruptcy Revenue Distribution Operations 130

Steve Blank

MARCH 25, 2009

It wasn’t until I found the extremely obscure Lanchester Strategy for market share that I realized that these ratios had their basis in operations research and the Lanchester’s Laws.) Our company’s graphics boards were designed to speed up a key part of the Macintosh graphics operating system called QuickDraw.

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Silicon Valley Marketing RSS California 161

Up and Running

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

It’s one of the fastest ways to close a business and may sometimes be the only option in cases where the operation of the business is dependent solely upon one individual, where family members are not interested in or capable of taking over, and where bankruptcy is close at hand.

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Exit Strategy Lock-up Period Merger IPO 117

YFS Magazine

APRIL 20, 2017

Three years ago, thick clouds of bankruptcy loomed over
 the plus-sized womenswear retailer, Ashley Stewart. Here's how CEO James Rhee turned things around.

Bankruptcy 118

Bankruptcy Cloud Operations Leadership 118

The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2024

While it may not seem fair that we live in a litigious society, its the way it is and one disgruntled member of the public or employee could tank your business with bankruptcy if youre not smart about your choices. No matter what size your business is, you can operate profitably, productively and efficiently with the right insurance.

Bankruptcy 148

Bankruptcy Employee Hiring Operations 148

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 2, 2018

In reality, though, the worst thing is to go into bankruptcy and not learn anything from the experience. Though bankruptcy can seem catastrophic when it happens, it also gives you the opportunity to try again; this time with 20/20 hindsight. And yes, this is true even in the case of bankruptcy.

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Bankruptcy Government Social Media Reputation 100

YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Bankruptcy is the ultimate panacea to all debt woes, whether for a business or an individual. Bankruptcy is that B-word which we all know of but we don’t prefer saying it as we all hope that we never have to go through it. Bankruptcy leaves back deep wounds both mentally and financially in the form of a trashed credit report.

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Bankruptcy Entrepreneur Finance United States 100

The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 25, 2019

I spoke with experienced Philadelphia bankruptcy attorney David Offen, Esq. who let me know about some general pros and cons of filing bankruptcy for a business. First, what is Chapter 7 business bankruptcy? The business is then discharged of any debt in excess of the value of its assets, and the business ceases operations.

Bankruptcy 85

Bankruptcy Cram Down Philadelphia Operations 85

VC Cafe

DECEMBER 6, 2024

EXITS Kudos Boaz Wachtel and team Roots Sustainable Agricultural Technologies Ltd on the acquisition by Clearvue , however sadly, out of bankruptcy. Thumbs up Gadi Benjamini and team Firedome on your $4.5M seed round to transform autonomous wildfire defence!

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Israel Technical Review Early Stage Venture Capital 78

Up and Running

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

If your business is considering filing for bankruptcy, read on to see how to proceed. If your business has been experiencing financial difficulty for some time, is filing for bankruptcy the appropriate step? And if so, what bankruptcy options do you have? Is filing for bankruptcy the right decision for your company?

Bankruptcy 89

Bankruptcy CPA LLC Small Business 89

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 17, 2020

Following from that, is there an operational plan that can be implemented to lower costs while salvaging the competitive advantage of the company? Which contracts are critical for the business to continue operations? Federal Bankruptcy – Chapter 7. Second, take inventory of your contracts and agreements.

Bankruptcy 179

Bankruptcy Covenant Florida Balance Sheet 179

Steve Blank

JULY 30, 2024

Here are the reasons: Disconnected Innovators – Most leaders of large organizations are not fluent in the new technologies and the disruptive operating concepts/business models they can create. When will disruption happen that will make our core business or operating concepts/force design obsolete?

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Government Non-Compete Ukraine Acquisition 329

Up and Running

JUNE 25, 2014

If it was the fact that you may have had a bankruptcy in the last year or the last two years that doesn’t fit their box? Does it matter if you need it for an asset versus just operational to run the business? I think the SBA is very active in the franchise market for any new businesses that have never operated before that.

Small Business 89

Small Business SBA Finance Bankruptcy 89

YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 28, 2013

When your business is failing and bankruptcy seems imminent it can be easy to trick yourself into thinking there are no options left, especially if you have poor business credit and a multitude of financial obligations and debts to deal with. If you operate a company that conducts business-to-business transactions (i.e. Conclusion.

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Phoenix United Kingdom Bankruptcy Startup 185