Advice For The Young At Heart
Campfire – 5 Things To Consider To Be A Digital Nomad
There is a certain charm in the idea of being able to work remotely, lounging beside the beach with a mojito in one hand, while updating your social media page, knowing you have it better than the inane 9 to 5. If you’re determined to become a digital nomad, Wang Tse, co-founder and director of Campfire Collaborative Spaces, shares 5 tips to get you started.
6 Steps To Choosing A Pricing Model For Your Startup
If you are in the very beginning of a journey to your first million or just considering various business ideas, you need to know that choosing a correct pricing model for your business determines the overall success of your startup in the future. Olga Mykhoparkina, Chief Marketing Officer at Chanty, explains.
The Easiest, Most Unconventional Way To Start Your Own Business
Starting a small business is a dream for many people, but today, there's no reason it can't become a reality for you. If you're thinking of starting a small business but don't know how to get started, Shirin Anne Wan, Head of Customer Care for QuickBooks Asia Pacific says you should consider the on-demand economy as your first step on the road to becoming an entrepreneur.
Have An Idea? How To Find Investors And Make Your Pitch
Getting your startup started is no easy task. Raising funds for it is infinitely harder. Tara Reed, CEO of AppsWithoutCode.com shares nine things to remember that will make it a quicker and smoother process for finding investors.
3 Low-Cost Marketing Strategies For Startups
One of the biggest issues facing startups is a lack of capital. Not only do they have to deal with the possible debt they incurred during product development, but they are under pressure to have sufficient sales to keep the business afloat. Fortunately, there are many low-cost marketing methods any startup can use to gain traction.
How To Begin Your Startup’s Marketing Even Before Launch
There are bases that you need to cover before you actually launch your startup in the market amidst steady competition. Shivankit Arora, founder of MarketingMasala.com takes us through the series of steps that you need to keep in mind before your startup goes live.
Three Innovative Ways To Fund Your Startup
How are you going to fund your startup in its initial stages? It is to be expected that, in the beginning, your startup’s expenses will exceed its income.
The Dos And Don’ts Of Investor Pitching
by Dan McCarthy, event manager for Venueseeker
If you're trying to find funding for your business or product, it's wise to consider finding investors. Not...
Steps To Take Your Startup Business To The Next Level
You will need to employ several strategies to grow your business. One such strategy is the growth strategy, and below are some of the things you need to do that will make you survive the competition in any crowded market.
True Grit: An Aspiring Entrepreneur’s Greatest Weapon
Ellyson Glance of 3 Day Startup says they've foundthat whether or not a venture will work out or a particular entrepreneur will eventually be successful depends on one thing: grit.
How To Navigate Your Finances After Graduation: 4 Crucial Tips for Recent Grads
Figuring out a way to pay for college expenses might be far easier when compared to dealing with finances post-graduation, when you enter your first job and receive your first disposable income. Here are a few tips to give you a jumpstart on navigating your finances when you are starting out.
How To Raise Money For Your New Company
It’s not enough to have a great idea. While you might be able to bootstrap your businesses, many founders will need outside funding to start (or grow) their businesses. Ross Kimbarovsky, founder of crowdSPRING shares ways to improve your chances to raise funds from any possible source.
So Just How Do You Start A Startup?
More of us than ever are considering a startup as the solution to our career problems. It offers autonomy, creative scope, and the chance to pursue something you're really passionate about. So just how do you go about starting a startup?
6 Tips For The New Lawyer
Being a new lawyer is an exciting time in your life, but be sure to follow these tips so that you’re as prepared as possible to be the best you can be.
Four Habits To Help You Make Better Decisions Now
Whether you're navigating a career decision or expanding your business, when complex problems come into your life it's useful to know how to deal with uncertainty in a way that boosts your confidence and that gives you conviction that the path you choose may be a successful one. Cheryl Strauss Einhorn, author of "Problem Solved: A Powerful System for Making Complex Decisions with Confidence and Conviction" shares four tips to make better decisions.
10 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Leadership Coaching
When it comes to helping you perform at your best and accelerate your career, nothing compares to the power of being coached. Here are ten ways to ensure that you get the most out of working with a coach.
The Elements That Make Up A Successful Startup Pitch Deck
When the stakes are this high, a simple presentation isn't nearly good enough to get the job done. Powerpoint alternatives like Visme are mission critical in terms of not only "wowing" your investors, but laying out your vision for the future in the clearest and most organic way possible, says Payman Taei, founder of Visme.
7 Entrepreneurs Who Started Successful Businesses In College
Nate Vickery, editor-in-chief of Bizzmarkblog.com introduces us to some of the world’s youngest and most successful entrepreneurs whose careers have already made a difference.
Global Impact: Social Entrepreneurship Companies
Social enterprises solve a social challenge by using the power of the market. This mission should be considered when developing a business plan, planning to raise capital and implementing a strategy. Social entrepreneurs need to know what is at the heart of what they are trying to achieve.
How To Launch A Photography Marketplace
If you are a photographer, or a startup entrepreneur interested in the photography space, here is a guide on how you should go about launching your own photography marketplace.
The First Step In Turning Your Hobby Into A Business
From sewing baby clothes to upcycling old thrift store furniture, more and more people are turning their hobbies into side businesses. But the first step to turning your hobby into a business is this: Treat it as a business, says Christy Wright, author of "Business Boutique".
How To Pick The Right Startup Accelerator Program
Choosing the right accelerator program can make or break your startup. If chosen carefully, the rewards will be invaluable, and chances of joining the ranks of Airbnb, DropBox, and Uber are higher.
4 Inspiring Startup Stories That Will Fill Your Heart With Hope
Entrepreneurship is a tough journey especially if you are introducing a new concept or product into the market. If you are unsure about succeeding in business, here are some stories that will restore your hope.
Why You Need A Business Plan – Finding The Best Style For You
Running a business without a plan is like running down the street with a blindfold on. Hal Shelton, author of "The Secrets to Writing a Successful Business Plan" shares what a business plan is, why you need one, and what style is best for your situation.
Keys To Develop A Great Small Business Growth Strategy
Small businesses are finding productive, efficient ways to grow, and you may be wondering what steps you can take to foster growth and development in your venture. By exploring these few helpful tips from Cameron Johnson, you can more easily navigate to a successful and desirable end result.
Great Mistakes To Make When Starting Your Career
When it comes to starting your career, there are a number of mistakes that it's absolutely okay to make and some that might even be wise to make.
Once An Upstart, Always An Upstart
Being an upstart is a state of mind. It’s how you attack the world – both the opportunities and the obstacles in it. Kathy Kolbe, co-author of "Business is Business", elaborates.
From The Recession To Riches: The Journey To Start A Successful Startup
Tenacity is a necessary ingredient in the startup world but don’t understate the importance of ignorance. It’s the piece de resistance for success, says Ken Staut, CEO of GrowthFountain.
Top 10 Considerations When Starting Your Own Company
It is essential to understand the fact that as someone starting up the odds are not in your favor. But you'd fare better if you're aware of the challenges. Taylor Ryan shares the top 10 considerations when starting your own company.
Startup Tips For Young Entrepreneurs
Here are some tips that you can keep in mind as you begin working on your start-up venture