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The 5 Stages of Entrepreneurship

Hubspot Sales

His interest in shoes and sports strongly influenced his decision to start the athletic shoe company. They build a product that no one wants, causing their businesses to die in infancy. A CB Insights Report reveals this is one major reason businesses fail. Don’t make the same mistake. You will make mistakes.

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Startup Financing: How It Works & How to Get It

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Startup financing ranges from news-worthy venture capital rounds to credit cards, grants, and small business loans. All entrepreneurs need to raise capital at some point — whether to get their business up and running or accelerate growth. Startup financing is the capital that's used to fund a business venture.

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A Short Legal Guide to Using Customer Testimonials the Right Way 

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Small Business Administration. The best way to move forward is by creating a policy in your organization wherein if the testimonial is received within your business; they should be segregated between employees, shareholders, and investors. If you make any false statements, you can be held legally liable for trial.

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Accounting 101: The Ultimate Guide to Accounting Basics

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So, I had to hunker down and learn all about business accounting. It felt good to understand a critical part of my company and learn how to use it to make better business decisions. Regardless of your business size and budget, accounting is an incredibly useful practice to master. Depreciation. Liabilities.

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How to Start a Business: A Complete Guide for Startup Entrepreneurs

Hubspot Sales

The trick to successfully getting your business off the ground is to meticulously plan and organize your materials, prioritize properly, and stay on top of the status and performance of each and every one of these moving parts. What Is a Business Plan? A business plan is a living document that maps out the details of your business.

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