10 Rules for a Great Startup Idea
If an early-stage founder can check off the ten items below, they have a solid foundation by which to start a company. You are absolutely not assured success if you…
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February 17, 2014
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Build a Corporate Structure That Investors Love
Build a Corporate Structure That Investors Love
By James Scott – 2010-02-13
Ok, you’ve decided to go after investment capital but you’re not sure where to start. Here are the basics that you should pay close attention to before putting your company in front of investors.
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December 3, 2013
Questions to ask yourself before the plan writing begins
The Common Sense Series – By Martin E. Koss
Many business idea are truly sound from the word go, but the facts remain that many elements of the idea must become solidified before approaching a bank or other financial institution for their immediate funding and for on-going support. Your project needs to be put to the test, and your ability to answer questions about it will more than likely tell you more than you had previously been aware. The purpose of this article is to prompt you to delve deeper into your idea and strengthen your belief, confidence and knowledge before proceeding further.
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December 3, 2013
Use Opinion Research
Use Opinion Research to build strong communication
By Frank Noto
The brand manager was a hunter, sportsman, and self-described “man’s man.” His company’s alcoholic beverage sales were booming. He loved the agency’s macho new pitch for the product, with ads poking non-too-subtle fun at “sissies” who drank competing beverages. Everyone from the CEO on down believed this promotional campaign was the start of something big.
November 26, 2013
Business Startup Checklist
Business Startup Checklist
Handy startup checklist
This checklist may help you collect and evaluate essential information about yourself and the business you would like to start. You may wish to complete this before starting with your business plan using a PlanMagic Business Plan Program.
November 13, 2013
Investor Criteria
Investor Criteria
How do investors evaluate a proposal? Which criteria are important and in what order? Here’s an overview of criteria used by angel investors and venture capitalists.
October 24, 2013
Improve Results
Improve results
by Peter Nunes d’Agrella
This must always be a main goal and can be realized with the following activities:
October 19, 2013