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Build a Business: Strategize With a Startup Check List
As the owner of a startup company, you have a lot at stake. Here's how to increase your odds of success with a simple checklist.
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Securing Funding for Your Start-Up Idea
Even with the most original idea in the world, it can be difficult to get hold of the capital you need. Here are 3 funding tips.
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12 Start-up Culture Secrets Your Business Can Use
Want to run your business like a start-up? Here are 12 culture secrets you may want to adopt.
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Get That Startup Running: Steps to Get it Going
Use these tips to get your start-up up and running smoothly.
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3 Tips to Prepare For Your Small Business Loan
Getting a small business loan is a critical step in the process of starting a small business. However, before setting off to the bank, you want to be sure to prepare. Here's how.
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Five Common Reasons Small Businesses Fail
Small business owners have a lot of ideas to begin with. However, there are several misconceptions that prevent their business from growing. Read the five main reasons why small businesses fail.
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7 Ways to Save on Business Costs by Going Green
What many small business owners don’t realize is that (contrary to popular opinion) going “green” is also closely tied to saving money. Here are some small (and large) change you can made to your office environment and business model that will help you streamline production and cut costs, while preserving natural resources.
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The Million Dollar Elevator Pitch
Stuck in an elevator with a venture capitalist? Don't panic! Adam Hoeksema shares a simple 6 step outline to help you structure your business pitch for potential investors.
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What Does 2012 Have in Store for Small Businesses?
In his 2012 forecast, small business writer Steve Strauss, shares five trends you should keep in mind as you plan for your business this year.
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Bootstrapping 101: Why Your Startup Doesn’t Need Outside Investment
Today’s guest blog is by Adam Hoeksema, Founder and CEO of ExecutivePlan. Adam is the author of a blog which assists entrepreneurs in the process of writing powerful business plan executive summaries, preparing stand-out elevator pitches, and hurdling the many obstacles encountered during the startup phase of a business. His …
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Solve a Problem or Close Your Doors
Guest post from Adam Hoeksema. So many entrepreneurs start a business with what may be called the “Field of Dreams Mentality.” This is flawed thinking.
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