The Zapier Blog

JUNE 19, 2025

Getting started with VoIP is super simple. Download an app to start making calls from a desktop, laptop, and mobile phone in a matter of minutes. Instead of deploying yards of copper wires spooled out to attached office phones to make and receive calls, virtual calls are made using a broadband internet connection.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Colin and partners continue to launch new companies, including Startups.club , a Fort Lauderdale incubator; Club Domains, LLC , an alternative domain extension to.com,net and.org with more than 1 million registrations worldwide; Entrepreneur.wiki Foundation ; Serial Entrepreneur Club. That’s when I started getting a lot of calls.

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 15, 2010

It was the first company to do “paid search&# back when Larry & Sergey were saying they would never do it. Especially when he’s surrounded by Danny Rimer (who funded Skype, MySQL, Last.FM So when Google started pushing AdSense (ads for affiliate or 3rd party sites) they had a HUGE cost advantage.

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StartupNation

MAY 13, 2021

There were days when sales were slow and I thought, ‘OK, is this something I still want to pursue long term?’ Robert now has more than 300 products offered through her brick-and-mortar and online store, and Walmart recently started stocking her soap. Up to 30% of that shift is expected to be permanent, too.

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StartupNation

JANUARY 7, 2022

Have you dreamed of starting a creative business? Here’s how to get started. Many creators run into numerous roadblocks when it comes to prospecting (i.e., Many creators run into numerous roadblocks when it comes to prospecting (i.e., The good news? The 3 things you’ll need. An email list.

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TechCrunch

JULY 16, 2021

John Flavin is founder and CEO of Portal Innovations, LLC. When it comes to protecting IP, early and consistent communication with investors, tech transfer offices and advisers can make all the difference. All of which starts by protecting the fundamental asset of any biotech company: its intellectual property. John Flavin.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Working in concert, Brown, Caltech, Columbia, Cornell, Harvard, the University of Illinois, Michigan, Northwestern, Penn, Princeton, SUNY Binghamton, UC Berkeley, UCLA, the University of Southern California and Yale formed The University Technology Licensing Program LLC (UTLP) to create a centralized pool of licensable IP.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Zurich tends to take the lion’s share, as the city’s embrace of startups has jump-started development, although Geneva and Lausanne are also hotspots. But it’s also one of the more expensive places to start a business, due to its high cost of living, salary expectations and relatively small labor market.

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David Teten VC

AUGUST 19, 2019

However, only recently have early-stage companies started to use this model at any scale. . Though RBI will displace some traditional equity VC, its much bigger impact will be to expand the pool of capital available for early-stage entrepreneurs. . So what is Revenue Based Investing?

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 6, 2021

For a more in-depth look at Nearside, take a look a TechCrunch’s article from April 2021 , when the startup launched publicly and announced its $20 million Series A. Its customers also include freelancers, solo entrepreneurs and people who haven’t formally started their business yet, he added. “A

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Startup Blogpost

DECEMBER 27, 2022

From incorporating an entity type to Googling possible business names first, here are the 14 answers to the question, “What are some helpful tips for naming an LLC?” When naming an LLC, it is important to remember the name must include the entity type, such as LLC or Limited Liability Company.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Starting a business is very difficult. Personal & Professional Assessment of an Aspiring Entrepreneur and Small Business Owner Starting up a business is very stressful and demanding. Personal & Professional Assessment of an Aspiring Entrepreneur and Small Business Owner Starting up a business is very stressful and demanding.

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Start by creating realistic 3D renderings of your product concept, which is a cost-effective alternative to prototypes. From the initial step of validating a product idea before investment, to the crucial aspect of prioritizing exceptional customer service, these leaders share their insightful stories and strategies for success.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2019

When Alfred Sloan, the future CEO of General Motors, began selling ball bearings to the automobile industry, there were more than 200 start-ups converging in Detroit, a city bursting with ambitious, determined entrepreneurs. How important could a barbershop be? Not until 1912 would the music that Bolden played be given a name: jazz.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

APRIL 16, 2021

In 2020 they launched Patch Animation , LLC, a remote full-service animation studio with headquarters in Ebensburg, Pa. Not only are they breaking new ground in short film development, they also are shining a spotlight on the Alleghenies as a great place to start a successful business.”

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

MARCH 22, 2022

CRISALIS, LLC – Founded in 2006, Oklahoma City-based CRISALIS – an acronym for Custom Research Information Systems and Logistically Integrated Solutions — developed specialized research database applications for research institutions, government agencies and non-profits across diverse fields.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

When it went public three years later, its net revenue retention rate was edging close to 100%, “all without hurting the company’s ability to acquire new customers.” Over the last year, I’ve experimented with different mobility options to see which ones best suit my needs, as have most people I know. ” asked Alex.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2020

Competitive Edge Tech Training, LLC – New York City ($5,000): Provides technology education and training to non-profits and corporations and bridges the digital divide for underserved communities including domestic violence survivors, disenfranchised youth, and post-incarceration adults.

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Startup Blogpost

MARCH 22, 2024

This approach ensured that CupsnChai appeared first when users searched for terms like ‘Best Chai Cafe in Canton, Michigan.’ How to Leverage SEO to Drive Traffic to Your Startup’s Website In the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing, leveraging SEO is crucial for driving traffic to a startup’s website.

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David Teten VC

MARCH 21, 2024

William Stringer, Founder, Chisos , said, “The benefits of 506(c) were clear when we were raising smaller checks into a small fund from individual accredited investors. When you’re raising capital for a fund (or private company) you’re fundamentally selling a luxury good, which is seen as more valuable because it’s scarce.

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Startup Blogpost

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Many new entrepreneurs get excited about an idea they have, especially when nobody else is doing it. How to Determine if Your Idea for a New Business is Viable? Entrepreneurs often grapple with the viability of their new business ideas, and to shed light on this crucial step, we’ve gathered twenty-one insights from Founders and CEOs.

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OurCrowd

JANUARY 31, 2021

Jasper uses technology and alternative data instead of the industry’s long-established credit score when approving applications, looking at where applicants are going, rather than where they have been. Classiq raises $10.5M Series A to make quantum software easier. enVerid filtration maps path to re-open schools, offices. Learn more.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

MAY 21, 2021

In fact, when I was in the first year of my dietetic internship, one of my professors predicted my future. When she got to me, without even a question, she guessed research. When she got to me, without even a question, she guessed research. Yet two years later, I started my career in clinical diabetes and obesity research.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 21, 2022

Anarghya Vardhana , partner, Maveron LLC. What’s particularly notable here is that unlike sector innovation in the past that may start in Silicon Valley and spread out to other countries later, web3 innovation is happening everywhere and simultaneously. billion to $1.81 billion, a 31% decline. ” Christine Tsai.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 13, 2023

When a company adds a business unit, I wonder if it’s in trouble and looking for new ways to secure revenue. The company is starting with limited sales this year and will grow its capacity in 2024 if all goes well. The company is starting with limited sales this year and will grow its capacity in 2024 if all goes well.

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Gust

DECEMBER 29, 2013

When you try new things, you make mistakes, and I’ve seen many. Some entrepreneurs can’t decide if they want to be a Limited Liability Corporation (LLC) or a C-corporation, or they don’t have the money, so they put off doing anything until the first venture capital round, or until the first lawsuit occurs.

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This is going to be BIG.

MARCH 1, 2010

I’m extremely passionate about the topic and so when my city gets picked on, I tend to respond confidently and with the same (and sometimes greater) force than I perceive the complaint to have. It’s really difficult for me not to get into the thick of discussions about whether or not you can and/or should build a company in New York City.

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Jason Malki

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Entrepreneurial Visionary and Devoted Family Man: An Exclusive Interview with Shakeim Reid, Founder of Serv-U Hub LLC I had the pleasure of interviewing Shakeim Reid, the founder of Serv-U Hub LLC. In 2021, I embarked on a venture into the box trucking business, a journey that led to the creation of Serv-U Hub LLC in 2023.

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StartupNation

MARCH 30, 2021

Used by permission of Currency, an imprint of Random House, a division of Penguin Random House LLC. I want to warn you about the challenges that you’ll face when leading an early-stage venture. You’ll suffer a false start, wasting precious time and money. Copyright © 2021 by Tom Eisenmann. All rights reserved. Power through it!

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

As Godin says on his blog , “Our best work happens when we contribute something new, something generous, something that makes an improvement. Become creative, especially when it’s frightening to do so. The Practice” is a little book packed with lots of wisdom. And making a contribution isn’t possible until we ship the work.”.

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 4, 2024

However, not all founders have prior or sufficient managerial business experience before starting a business. The lack of well-honed managerial skills may slow reaching company goals to grow—at a critical time when it needs to become a multiple-employee company. This not only wastes time but may lead to costly errors.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

MAY 13, 2022

Not only might you require cash to get your firm running, but you may also want to reserve capital for occasions when business might surely stall. Not only might you require cash to get your firm running, but you may also want to reserve capital for occasions when business might surely stall. However, there are two sides to a coin.

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StartupNation

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Many individuals start off with a good idea. What about entrepreneurs that don’t start their business from scratch? It is possible to embrace entrepreneurship without starting a new business. I started to manage a division called MyCorporation, which assists entrepreneurs with incorporate and LLC formation filing services.

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StartupNation

AUGUST 27, 2021

Even though you may start your business with your own nest egg or your company may be able to operate for a while on its own revenues, at some point, you’re likely to need outside funding to grow. It’s an issue every entrepreneur and new business must face: raising capital for your business.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 17, 2021

Drive Capital, Crosscut Ventures, Bonfire Ventures, Matchstick Ventures and HR Tech Investments LLC, a subsidiary of Recruit Holdings Co., When Siddiqi first started the company, Branch was focused on a use case of helping workers pick up additional hours at companies they already worked at to grow their income.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

MAY 24, 2022

When I founded my company, I built it around a vision of loving and investing in people. When we help one another succeed, we all succeed. Start with mentoring just one person you really believe in and replicate yourself in that individual. million quitting last November. Why a culture of mentorship supports business success.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 25, 2022

On that trip, we had our breakthrough, and we realized that together, we can start to pool our capital,” Smith said. Smith and his brothers started by making monthly contributions of $500 each, putting down more and more money over time until they were finally able to make their first real estate investment.

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