VC Adventure

MAY 10, 2020

The SBA’s implementation of the Payroll Protection Program (PPP) has been a mess. The intention was to provide needed relief to businesses that were impacted economically by the COVID-19 crisis. The Paycheck Protection Program was established by the CARES Act to help small businesses keep paying their workers.

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Mike Michalowicz

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

Small Business Association (SBA) and AARP announced they are teaming up to train entrepreneurs over the age of 50 who want to start a business. This got me thinking about the youth vs. old guy experience debate and how, after twenty years in entrepreneurship, my view on business, money and worth has changed.

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 6, 2016

The world of small business finance has dramatically transformed. However, entrepreneurs need to look beyond the bells and whistles of online lenders and dig deeper to find the best deal. Here are five crucial areas for an entrepreneur to explore before they sign on the dotted line: 1. Instead, look to get an SBA loan.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

JULY 2, 2019

Fortunately, the business funding gender gap is narrowing, and larger shares of debt and equity capital are going to women-owned ventures, in part because more women are in lending and investing decision-making positions. Not only do such funding sources focus on women-owned businesses, they also tend to offer more favorable terms.

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Feld Thoughts

JUNE 28, 2016

He has a vision and the experience to create a non-partisan organization to engage and educate people, especially policymakers in government, regarding the critical importance of entrepreneurs and startups to innovation, economic growth, and job creation. Cultivate the Formation of Viable New Businesses. Oh, and inertia.

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Up and Running

JULY 24, 2017

Even though the executive summary is at the beginning of a finished business plan, many experienced entrepreneurs (including me) choose to write the executive summary after they’ve written everything else. Sample business plans: Over 500 free sample business plans from various industries. It’s a summary, not just a pitch.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

It seems that most of you entrepreneurs I meet in my role as business advisor are convinced that starting a new business requires equity investors, exponential growth, and a plan to go public via IPO. If your passion is customers, you definitely will be happier as a lifestyle entrepreneur.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

For example, in our guide on how to start a successful clothing brand or clothing line , we take entrepreneurs through the steps of starting a new clothing brand or line. Mandi Ellefson , a successful consultant helping small businesses to improve their growth and revenues, explains: We believe that good design is good business.

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Hearpreneur

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

As an entrepreneur, joining organizations or networking groups can allow you to connect with like-minded people who can provide you with information and support, and refer customers to you. One of the best ways to promote your business and increase its name recognition is by joining business organizations and/or communities or associations.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 1, 2010

Small business grants. Related sources include local business development agencies. If your company needs only a temporary or small infusion of cash, you should try for an SBA loan, or a bank line of credit. Tags: entrepreneurs startups funding sources business. Loans or line-of-credit.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

Most of the guidance you see for entrepreneurs is aimed at those who are selling a product (Apple, Tesla, Xiaomi), or selling a service (Uber, Airbnb, Snapchat). The “product” value is difficult to quantify, the costs are nebulous, and entrepreneurs have to clone themselves to scale the business.

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 12, 2017

Whether you’re simply trying to scale your business or seeking equity investment, having a plan is key. . Recently, Barbara Corcoran , entrepreneur and Shark Tank judge, shared some of her insights on small business. Regular planning helps businesses to take advantage of opportunities within their markets.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2011

So far, I am really impressed with crowdSPRING’s business model (especially if you are a buyer) and would recommend it to other small business owners. I also just started using an amazing resource for entrepreneurs called SCORE. It is a free counseling service from the SBA and is wonderful. Traveling the world.

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Up and Running

MAY 15, 2018

As an entrepreneur, you will face several challenges while seeking the funds, in part because you’ll have to convince others that your idea is a solid investment. Creating a scalable business model. However, your business should be able to show consistent achievements. Demonstrate that your company has positive cash flow .

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Gust

JUNE 17, 2012

Small business grants. Related sources include local business development agencies. If your company needs only a temporary or small infusion of cash, you should try for an SBA loan, or a bank line of credit. You have to be relentless in this pursuit to win. Loans or line-of-credit.

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Up and Running

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

Armed Forces were successful at starting and growing small businesses. In fact, almost 50 percent of veterans owned a business after World War II. percent of new entrepreneurs in 1996 and that by 2014, this number had fallen to just 5.6 Top 5 traits that make veterans great entrepreneurs. Discipline.

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crowdSPRING Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Shira Sue Carmi, the founder of Launch Collective, reminds us that the business of launching a clothing brand is as important as the artistry: Fashion is amazing in the way it balances art and commerce, but it’s a business. Don’t start a business because you want to design. Fill in the Business Blanks.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

Small Business Administration, nearly half of new small businesses are not in existence five years later. This stat underscores the competition that new businesses face as well as the need for owners and entrepreneurs to make sound choices with their firm’s money. According to the U.S.

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SiliconHills

JANUARY 16, 2025

The Better Business Bureau of Austin will establish a new Women’s Business Center following a federal grant announced Thursday as part of a $26.25 Small Business Administration. The Austin center is one of 13 new locations being established across the country to support women entrepreneurs.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

What is the maximum figure I can safely spend on this business? What are my expectations of being an entrepreneur? You’ll also want to consider what specific niche is right for your business. Write a business plan. Although a business plan isn’t mandatory, it can help you to crystallize your ideas.

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Up and Running

MAY 6, 2015

Each week we discuss the latest news, resources and advice for entrepreneurs and small business owners. In this week’s episode we discuss: 10 Things the Bank Will Ask When You Need a Business Loan. We’re helping small businesses. Welcome to the Bcast, the official podcast of Bplans.com.

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Up and Running

MAY 21, 2015

Small Business Administration – SBA. Small Business Development Center – SBDC. The post Practical Market Research Resources for Entrepreneurs appeared first on Bplans Blog. Much of it is entirely free. Much of it is available to search on the Internet. Trade associations. Government information.

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Up and Running

APRIL 11, 2017

If your knowledge and skills could stand to improve, consider taking advantage of the many free business training resources that are available both online and in-person. Small Business Administration is a particularly valuable resource, offering courses that cover virtually every important aspect of creating and operating a business.

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The Startup Magazine

MARCH 19, 2025

Alternatively, Small Business Administration (SBA) loans provide government-backed financing with favorable terms. Evaluate each option carefully, weighing the costs, terms, and potential impact on your business’s financial health before deciding.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

Whether it’s access to a proven business model, the expertise and resources needed to achieve sustainable growth, or simply wanting a team of support, franchising has become an increasingly attractive option for small business owners who are looking to take their businesses to the next level.

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Up and Running

MAY 9, 2018

That’s the moment when many entrepreneurs realize that getting the help of a professional business plan writer can take their business concept from daydream to day job. Other entrepreneurs start the planning process with a concept that requires employees or with a vision for market domination.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 29, 2020

One of the most frequent questions I get as a mentor to entrepreneurs is “How do I find the money to start my business?” I always answer that there isn’t any magic, and contrary to the popular myth, nobody is waiting in the wings to throw money at you, just because you have a new and exciting business idea.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 2, 2020

When applying for a loan through the Small Business Administration (SBA), you have to meet some basic qualifications. Once you meet the SBA’s requirements for being a small business, you’ll need to meet an additional set of requirements provided by your lender. Applying for an SBA loan?

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 12, 2014

One of the most frequent questions I get as a mentor to entrepreneurs is “How do I find the money to start my business?” I always answer that there isn’t any magic, and contrary to the popular myth, nobody is waiting in the wings to throw money at you, just because you have a new and exciting business idea.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 14, 2020

Many entrepreneurs are so enamored with their product vision that they believe their own hype, and are convinced that the market for their solution is so huge that no one will ask them for independent market research data. Successful entrepreneurs get the job done quickly, without breaking the bank. Martin Zwilling.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 7, 2013

By Ingrid Vanderveldt, Dell’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence. They’re using metrics that are often unworkable in the current business environment, causing growing businesses to look elsewhere for capital and increasingly towards alternative forms of financing. It’s the paradox of the modern startup.

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Use this time to make sure that you are matching the business you want to start to your personal aspirations. Be sure to take our quiz to find out if you’re entrepreneur material , too. Once you decide on a business that fits your goals and lifestyle, evaluate your idea. Small Business Administration (SBA) Loans.

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Duct Tape Marketing

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Transcript of Advice for Entrepreneurs Who Want to Sell Their Companies written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Let’s go down to the small business. I think my business is awesome. I’ve done a lot of amazing things in my business. Back to Podcast. Transcript. John Warrillow: Right.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 22, 2014

Many entrepreneurs are so enamored with their product vision that they believe their own hype, and are convinced that the market for their solution is so huge that no one will ask them for independent market-research data. They don’t realize that business projections with no third-party validation have no credibility with investors.

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Up and Running

AUGUST 15, 2017

“The entrepreneur is essentially a visualizer and an actualizer. Having said that, entrepreneurship continues to attract a large number of millennials, especially those thirsting to carve a niche for themselves in the crowded business world. percent entrepreneurs do not find working for others to be appealing.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Navigating the transition between a salaried employee and running your own consulting business can be tricky. People often ask: How do I get clients for my consulting business? Can I start a consulting business while working full time? How do I become a small business consultant? Fill In the Business Blanks.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

The year 2020 can’t end quickly enough for most small business owners. Small businesses make up 50 percent of the gross-domestic product and also employ half the workforce. By 2009 small business contributions to GDP fell rather than grew. by Andi Gray, president of Strategy Leaders. By 2015, the U.S.

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