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10 C-Level Positions That Are Red Flags For Funding - http://blog.startupprofessionals.com

Posted by martinzwilling under Startups
From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 3650 days ago
Made Hot by: sophia2 on April 30, 2014 11:13 am

It’s your startup, so you can give early partners any title you want, but be aware of potential investor and peer implications. VCs and Angel investors like to see a startup that is running lean and mean, with no more than three or four of the conventional C-level or VP titles. More executives, or Read More

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8 Celebrity Business Ventures That Need Help From Entrepreneurs

Posted by ivanpw under Startups
From http://www.noobpreneur.com 3650 days ago
Made Hot by: Digitaladvert on April 30, 2014 11:10 am

What is one celebrity business venture that you think you could use your entrepreneurial chops to improve? The answers are provided by The YEC members. Read More

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How to QUICKLY Build an Online Business When You've Got No Time to Wait

Posted by SusanBrown under Startups
From http://growingyourbiz.co 3650 days ago
Made Hot by: seobromino on April 30, 2014 10:36 am

Are you itching to start a new online business, but are wondering how you will feed yourself and pay your bills as you go through the process of building it up? Or, perhaps you can afford to wait financially, but you only have a brief window of time to direct your full energy and attention to this Read More

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Anyone Can Be an Entrepreneur: The Rise of the Solopreneur

Posted by MMarquit under Startups
From http://promospread.com 3649 days ago
Made Hot by: PMVirtual on April 30, 2014 3:47 am

Anyone can be an entrepreneur. Indeed, there are so many people making money on their own, that we are seeing the rise of a new type of entrepreneur: the solopreneur. Read More

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Brideside's shopping platform is dressing (and de-stressing) over 5,000 bridal parties

Posted by Laurna411 under Startups
From http://www.builtinchicago.org 3649 days ago
Made Hot by: ObjectOriented on April 30, 2014 12:39 am

Exploiting omni-channel technology and digital personal styling trends, Chicago startup Brideside is taking on the brick-and-mortar bridal industry. Read More

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5 Success Tips for Women Entrepreneurs

Posted by megantotka under Startups
From https://www.chamberofcommerce.com 3652 days ago
Made Hot by: logistico on April 28, 2014 7:47 am

Women entrepreneurs should follow the basic principles of success. Whether you are just getting your business plan in place or you are trying to further your brand identity, keep these tips in mind. Read More

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Lead Generation Is Still The Lifeblood For Startups

Posted by martinzwilling under Startups
From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 3653 days ago
Made Hot by: LimeWood on April 26, 2014 12:09 pm

Contrary to popular opinion, viral marketing has not eliminated the need for old-fashioned lead generation to bring customers to a startup. Indeed, while the rules and technologies for lead generation have changed, Forrester and other experts still see it as the most effective way for businesses wi Read More

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5 Steps To Bootstrapping A Digital Business

Posted by Sian Phillips under Startups
From http://tweakyourbiz.com 3655 days ago
Made Hot by: techmedia on April 25, 2014 12:51 am

By Liesha Petrovich

You have a great idea. You know it’s a money maker. You have the skills and talent. This could be your big break…The only problem is you’re broke. In the past, starting a new business venture was expensive. You had to create or buy inventory, and find retail space. Not to me Read More

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A Simple Step-by-Step Guide to Incorporating Your Business Online

Posted by MMarquit under Startups
From http://investorjunkie.com 3656 days ago
Made Hot by: bloggerpalooza on April 24, 2014 10:43 pm

Not only can you run your business online, creating immense freedom for yourself and your family, but it’s often possible to incorporate your business online as well. Read More

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Does Doing Good In Business Imply Doing Less Well?

Posted by martinzwilling under Startups
From http://blog.startupprofessionals.com 3658 days ago
Made Hot by: sophia2 on April 24, 2014 5:24 pm

Many entrepreneurs still don’t understand that building a business culture today of doing good, like helping people (society) and planet (sustainability), is also a key to maximizing profit. Employees and customers alike are looking for meaning, not simply employment and commodity prices. Every com Read More