Entrepreneur’s often make these simple mistakes during due diligence that cost them the ability to receive funding. Do any apply to your startup?
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8 Types of Insurance to Mitigate Startup Risks [Infographic]
One way for entrepreneurs to mitigate startup risks is through insurance. Here are 8 types of insurance that entrepreneurs should consider as they develop and grow their startup.
12 Reasons Entrepreneurs Avoid Establishing Advisory Boards [Infographic]
Seasoned entrepreneurs recognize the value of advisory boards. Taking the time to gain a comprehensive understanding can result in significant benefits to the scalable start-up.
Board Observer Rights: What, Why & How They Are Important to Investors [Infographic]
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14 Startup Risks Entrepreneurs Should Consider When Launching Their Startup [Infographic]
Launching a startup is no easy feat. You will face challenges, your team will encounter stressful situations, and you might begin to question if your startup can succeed. Understanding these startup risks from the beginning will increase your company’s chances of success.
3 Mortal Sins Committed by Start-ups: Debt That Must be Avoided!
While there is no formalized list of “Thou Shall Not” items for start-ups seeking funding similar to the Ten Commandments, if there were, Thou Shall Not encumber your balance sheet with debt, would certainly make the list.
Giving Away Startup Ownership: How Much is Too Much? [Infographic]
The curse of the entrepreneur: you have this great idea and it looks like it will do really well. The problem? You lack the capital and the skill to build it. What’s the solution? Giving Away Startup Ownership.
Sometimes “Old School” Can Be More Efficient
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Keep Your Focus on Operations, Not Taxes [Infographic]
If you’re not careful, it is easy to focus on avoiding onerous rules or minimizing tax consequences at the expense or your core business operations. These are certainly important factors, but they take a clear second place to meeting the market demand-solving the consumer’s problem.