StartupNation

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

To journey without a plan or a map is simply just wandering. And wandering in business never leads to success. We need to be constantly reevaluating our business plans, almost to a point where they become a living organism. Start by reflecting on your business plan: Do you connect with your business plan on a soul level?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

She’s the author of A Business Owner’s Guide to Crisis PR: Protecting You & Your Business’ Reputation , and serves the EO Los Angeles chapter as MarComm co-chair. We asked Eden how to protect your company from being cancelled. Is your business ready to adapt at a moment’s notice?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 26, 2023

Contributed to EO by Ashley Luck, an EO SLP member of the Edmonton chapter, One Canada Committee member, and the founder and principal of AMP Business Solutions. Here are six reasons to consider hiring a retreat planner for your next corporate or Forum retreat: 1. Save your time and energy—let your planner mastermind the process.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Nearly 100,000 businesses have permanently closed due to COVID-19. And with no end in sight for returning to business as usual, that number can be intimidating to anyone who’s considering opening their own business or entrepreneurs hoping to survive the next year. Make a plan for transitioning to remote. Practicality.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Entrepreneurs and business executives are culturally obsessed with maximizing business growth. It is easy to get caught up in the mindset of business growth as a metric of success. I planned to write about how to think bigger, expand into new markets and win the brass ring. As we say in America, “The sky’s the limit!”

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Gust

JANUARY 19, 2023

Mention the term “business plan” and the image that likely comes to mind is a thick document generated by a business consultant for you to give to a banker or investor and then forget about. The post Craft a Lean Business Plan to Serve as Your Venture’s Roadmap appeared first on Gust.

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StartupNation

OCTOBER 5, 2021

On today’s Business Beat, Jeff reminds small businesses that now is the time to plan your 2022 health care coverage. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, for more on the importance of your health care coverage plan: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

For startups, financial forecasting is not just a tool for appeasing investors; it’s the backbone of effective strategic planning. Accurate forecasting informs your leadership team about the startup’s time and risk-taking capacity, facilitating informed decision-making. Embrace scenario planning.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 27, 2022

Explore your endless opportunities. Many GSEA alumni suggest taking advantage of the safety net you have, rather than waiting to start your company when you have more to lose. Not only should you start your entrepreneurial journey now, but GSEA alumni also suggest building your network of peers and mentors as soon as possible.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 12, 2024

Over the last 30 years, I have created five pieces of content to help driven entrepreneurs get everything they want out of their businesses and lives. I’ve experienced the need for all five pieces of content firsthand as an entrepreneur building my businesses. Discipline #3: Know Thyself Be your True Self 100% of the time, 24/7/365.

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StartupNation

DECEMBER 2, 2021

You’ve probably heard it countless times: “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” While it’s always a great idea to think about your long-term personal goals, this adage is even more applicable if you’re venturing into entrepreneurship. Smart planning can go a long way in making your startup bankable. You own it.

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Founder Bounty

AUGUST 20, 2022

There are a ton of things you want to include when you are looking to build out a business plan. Whether you are looking to go and raise a pre-seed fund from venture capital people, or you are looking to bootstrap a company here is a guide on starting a business plan from scratch. Why are you building a business plan?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 22, 2023

Many professionals quit their jobs to launch new businesses during the Great Resignation. However, giving up a reliable paycheck to start a business is a risky choice, even with convenient access to expert business counsel and other tools that the internet affords. Leaving a job to start a business can be overwhelming.

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Red Rocket

JULY 6, 2022

I was recently interviewed by the Atlanta Small Business Network (ASBN), an online "television network" serving the small business community, about the strategic planning process and why it is important for your business.

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StartupNation

JANUARY 26, 2021

January is the perfect time to re-evaluate what worked and what didn’t work over the course of the past 12 months in order to set new intentions for your business. Whether you’d like to focus more on marketing, sales, training or profitability, there’s always room for improvement in your business. Chris Vaughn).

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Ideas for a startup business emerge from a variety of sources that should be thoroughly researched and evaluated. When you drive through your local community or go to your place of employment, you are coming in contact with businesses, both large and small. Self-assess your skills, expertise, and experience.

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Red Rocket

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

I was recently interviewed by the Atlanta Small Business Network (ASBN), an online "television network" serving the small business community, about how to develop a flawless exit plan for your business I thought this video turned out great, and I wanted to share it with all of you, to see if it can be helpful to you in getting your businesses sold (..)

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Think about it from your life perspective: If you took total and complete responsibility for every outcome, how different would your life be?” Lesson: Empower yourself to take charge, research options, and make choices aligned with your values and goals. The business is doing fine. We think success is in our hands.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Carl Reader's New Book " Boss It ", is the recipe for success for business owners who want to control their time, income and life - as the subtitle reads. For new business owners Boss It, is a must, for seasoned business owners you'll learn something as well. Part three of Carl's book helps you scale your company.

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StartupNation

JANUARY 25, 2022

For small to mid-sized enterprises, the annual strategic planning process can be fraught with frustration. Additionally, the research is clear, there is a staggering high failure rate of 70% for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) when they attempt to go from vision to result. The classic “build a better mousetrap.”

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StartupNation

JULY 29, 2021

As businesses reopen, they offer clues to which industries proved to be pandemic-proof, meaning they were hit hard but show strong promise of recovery, and which ones appear gone forever. If you’re going to invest the next decade or more in an industry, it helps if it’s aligned with your passions. Is it worth your investment?

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

MARCH 26, 2024

Margo Gianos has propelled her business Endero forward through two i2E programs – E3 and the Entrepreneur’s Cup (formerly known as Love’s Entrepreneur’s Cup), a statewide collegiate business plan competition where her team won first place in the High Growth Undergraduate division. Learn more at bigassbag.com.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 28, 2023

I sat down with three business leaders last week to interview them about how they handle strategy. I started the session by asking, “Who owns your company’s strategy?” This also means that, generally speaking, planning is not their strong suit. He shares his successful business secrets at realsimplebusiness.org.

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

A 2018 study by the the Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Advocacy reported that there were over 379,000 veteran-owned employer businesses in the U.S. , percent of all employer businesses were majority owned by one or more veterans. Developing a business idea is essential, but how do you recognize one?

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

But with the hardships, pitfalls, upswings and victories that come with starting your business, it’s usually never either-or. All entrepreneurs have lessons to share on starting a business. That being said, there are still many contradictions on the do’s and don’ts of starting your own business.

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StartupNation

JANUARY 28, 2021

One of the key documents for starting a business is a business plan. A business plan acts as the foundation of your new company and is often used for loan applications. If you’re looking for investment capital, it’s an important document for investors to review to learn more about your company.

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

APRIL 24, 2024

Jessica Kinsey Represented the University of Tulsa in 2012 Governor’s Cup 2012 High Growth Graduate Winner Currently CEO/Founder of Prodigy & Co Please provide a few details on your winning Entrepreneur’s Cup business idea. Our business was SpectrumFX. What inspired you to participate in the competition?

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StartupNation

APRIL 26, 2021

So, you want to start your own business — in which you are your own boss and you’re in control of your professional destiny. Yes, you gain freedom and more control over your projects and schedule. However, you will also be completely responsible for your own financial future. Get started for free.

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StartupNation

DECEMBER 30, 2020

A business plan is as important to a new business as a map is to a ship, or blueprints are to an architect. A written business plan will guide your actions and keep you focused on your short- and long-term goals. What is your value proposition? Why is now a good time for a business like yours?

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StartupNation

JANUARY 5, 2021

It’s not uncommon for couples to consider going into business together. After all, your life partner is an easy pick, as many spouses are loyal, supportive and even share the same dreams and goals. Census Bureau’s Survey of Business Owners in 2007 (the most recent year available), 1.4 According to data from the U.S.

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Founder Bounty

APRIL 4, 2023

Starting a business is a big challenge, but one of the biggest hurdles for most entrepreneurs is funding. While some business owners use personal savings or loans to get started, many others turn to investors to help finance their dreams. However, getting investors to fund your business is no easy task.

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StartupNation

OCTOBER 13, 2021

With sensitive personal and business information being stored on mobile phones, apps, and across the internet, now more than ever it’s important to protect you and your business from cyberattacks. These things happen, but if it’s happening in your company, it may be a major problem for your online security.

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StartupNation

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Many Gen Zers are also watching businesses make significant pivots with their business models and may be inspired to make similar moves. Why wait for a dream job when you can start your own dream business? Choosing a business model. Drafting a business plan. Picking a business structure.

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StartupNation

DECEMBER 16, 2020

As an aspiring entrepreneur, you might wonder what it’s like to start a business after a year marked by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Maybe you’re a little nervous or even second-guessing plans to fully open your doors (physical or virtual) in 2021. Related: The 5 Types of Entrepreneurs You Need on Your Startup’s Team.

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