Many of us believe that we have the next multi-million dollar idea that will revolutionize an industry. However, funding is usually the greatest obstacle in order to get a project off the ground. Raising capital is not an easy thing to do in any economy, much less an economy that is struggling. Elevator speeches and fancy poster board presentations will get you as far as Read More »
Thinking about starting a business? Not sure you have the tools necessary to succeed? Can’t find a good answer to that question no matter how long you surf the internet? It’s not you…the “right” answer just isn’t out there. There is no hard and fast list of requirements that will guarantee your success in starting a business. Sure, there are some cheesy quizzes that give Read More »
No matter what type of business you are planning to start or how much of it you are planning to outsource, if you want to succeed with your own company there are a few things you need to know. Marketing Matters New entrepreneurs tend to underestimate the importance of marketing. Simply launching a ready-made website and printing some business cards isn’t going to cut it. Read More »
Every investor is looking for the “dream team” of executives to put his money on. Often I find that experienced investors flip to the management page of a business plan, even before they read the product description. That’s how important the people are. What are investors looking for in the management team, especially the CEO?
Who is an entrepreneur? What is his role in the industry and how does he effect a change in the economy are some interesting facets of entrepreneurship that serve as a guide for budding entrepreneurs for converting their business ideas into action. The concept of entrepreneurship is becoming increasingly popular in developing countries as it promotes economic development of a nation.” No entrepreneur, no development,” Read More »
One of our favorite quotes around the office is “Entrepreneurs are people who are willing to live like most won’t so they can live like most can’t.” Starting your own business is the best, and possibly only, legitimate way to drastically change your financial position in life. Working for yourself provides flexibility and independence like working for others never can. True entrepreneurship is not always Read More »