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How much equity should I give away?

Kamohelo Tleane I'm a creative thinking individual who dreams and is always seeking to learn more

September 24th, 2017

Depends on the class of shares you're willing to offer. If that really I true that the investor just wants 60% in profit share then rather offer preference... More

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I have a final prototype, a patent, website, and a simple business plan, but I'm not really sure what my next steps should be?

Elysia Blackhart Inventor looking for a business advisor

September 24th, 2017

David M, what do you mean when you say, "something not discussed yet"? Do you mean discussed publicly? In regards to the business aspect, I agree... More

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Equity-based compensation for building prototype

Eugeniu Rotari

September 24th, 2017

Chris Pointon mentioned the "Slicing Pie" book. I've nice words about it. I would read it if I had a dilemma of this sort. More

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Has anyone used ExecRank to source advisors or find advisory roles?

John Lombard Canadian entrepreneur in China since 1993

September 24th, 2017

To add to what others have said — I consider it a scam. I was approached by one of their agents, named David Kavrell. I got a highly scripted... More

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Equity-based compensation for building prototype

David M

September 24th, 2017

You can approach it anyway you want. I can tell you what you will likely run into if you are dealing with smart owners. If you are developing a prototype,... More

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Equity-based compensation for building prototype

Myra Ann Keith Co-founder and President of A-Tel Communications, Inc.

September 23rd, 2017

I think your offer is a fair offer. Your friend won't get anywhere without a prototype and there is no reason you can't have some equity and return... More

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Why pay sales team prior to results?

Joseph Wang Chief Science Officer at Bitquant Research Laboratories

September 23rd, 2017

Because they have to eat and pay rent, and we are in a market economy. If you don't like their rates or terms, then negotiate something else. Generally... More

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What is the best online service for managing the day to day events of a coworking / incubator space?

Shishir Singh Entrepreneur. Co-founder Sopan Technologies & 40DollarLogo

September 23rd, 2017

This is an old thread but still relevant for people searching for coworking management solutions so I will add my 2 cents. There are many coworking... More

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Is there a marketplace to sell a start-up?

David M

September 23rd, 2017

@chris seline-love your perspective! @Jacob Mullins-Hey I don't mean to knock your pitch which could have done better with a personal tone to Devin.... More

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How do I get in touch with angel investors?

Paul Garcia President at TABLE

Last updated on September 22nd, 2017

Sidd, if you're a startup, you are definitely looking for angels, because other funding sources besides friends/family typically don't deal with startups.... More

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Advice if stop or continue with my project (medical sector)

Arthur Lipper Chairman of British Far East Holdings Ltd.

September 22nd, 2017

You should get the opinion of likely success by an experienced business owner or trusted person not involved with the project. The decsion to continue... More

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What is the best digital marketing tool for startups and why?

Alessandra Sagredo Outsourced CMO, Marketing Automation Expert, Marketing Team Builder, Process Architect, Foodie

Last updated on September 22nd, 2017

My top (standard) that may be adjusted as more info is gained include: Top Platform: CRM combined with Marketing Automation - Checkout SharpSpring... More

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Why is it so difficult to find a technical co-founder for your start-up?

Sameer Sirdeshpande Finalyzed LLC: Impactful Revenue Growth

Last updated on September 22nd, 2017

You're right - finding the "right" technical co-founder for you is really hard to do, for a number of reasons. I'm a technical co-founder (CTO) of... More

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Where to find software developers for early startup, with reasonable rates?

Mandip Kanjiya Startup as a service in Dubai - Tech Person

September 22nd, 2017

Hello Siarhei It will be depends on your idea and particular technology because for each product different different technologies needed so based... More