Startup Professionals Musings
FEBRUARY 24, 2017
Yet, according to statistics from the Small Business Association (SBA), over half of new businesses offer something else - personal professional services, including consulting, business coaching, and advisory services. The challenges for making money and survival in these professional services worlds are different, maybe even tougher.
Up and Running
OCTOBER 21, 2014
According to the SBA, 52% of all small businesses are home-based and of the 28 million small businesses in the US, 22 million of those are operated by people who consider themselves self-employed (they have no employees and no additional payroll). The SBA will also likely want to see your business plan. Do something at least.
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Hunter Walker
JUNE 23, 2014
Because mobile apps are tending towards single-purpose push buttons, having a graph which is unique and optimized for your product helps increase differentiation and increase habit IMO. And it’s never been easier to fill the gap between SBA loan and venture funding with crowdfunding, crowdborrowing, etc.' Yelp Competition.
Duct Tape Marketing
JANUARY 10, 2025
This targeted marketing strategy , according to SBA guidelines, improves return by focusing on prospects that fit your criteria. Crafting Your Value Proposition Differentiate your business. Focusing on your ideal customer is crucial for small business marketing. A well-structured, targeted marketing plan aligns efforts with returns.
Up and Running
MAY 6, 2015
I think that’s the starting point for most businesses is that things like the bank lending space, the what is the SBA and how are they here to help me? I think that’s why a lot of people consider these business loans or these SBA loans a little bit daunting and maybe even a little confusing. Some banks house SBA loans.
Up and Running
MARCH 8, 2016
Because you’ll be entering an already-saturated market, you will need to figure out a way to differentiate your service offerings. If taking out a loan is an option you’re interested in, speak with the SBA. To learn more about SBA loans, see our Complete Guide to SBA Loans. This is where market research comes in.
Up and Running
MAY 23, 2016
Step 3: Brand and differentiate yourself. Whether you’re looking to stand out in an already-crowded marketplace, or to simply be a memorable company, figuring out how to brand and differentiate yourself is key. However, we have been able to differentiate [ourselves] and also excel by making enterprise software fun and enjoyable.
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