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What is your best advice for first time entrepreneurs?

July 27th, 2017

When I decided to start my own business, this was my question too. Most of replies I got said: jump in, ask questions, learn all you need to know... More

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What role does networking play in the startup's success?

Michael Iroegbu Cofounder and CEO, Coral Music

July 27th, 2017

The founder of a Tech start up does have to commit to networking also, we really cannot do without that. There are numerous benefits attached to having... More

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What is the most efficient way to sell a cancer recovery guide to hospitals to distribute to their patients?

Ali Raza Rizvi Founder of Babyspun.com

July 27th, 2017

Hi Lisa, I think first you should find a doctor specialist in the field of cancer and give him your work to read and study. I'm sure if he finds... More

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Lead generations expert need for long term business?

Suneil Stanly I Tinker with Tankful of Ideas to find solutions to improve biz performance & profitability

July 27th, 2017

Hello could your define 'excellent'

Question · Business Development · Saas

What are the pros and cons of a Co-Innovation Partnership with a perspective client?

Maurice Carty I am the 'bridge' between Product Design and Development - Me

Last updated on July 27th, 2017

Hi all, We are a B2B SaaS startup with a few Beta clients on our list. We will be launching our Beta in September. As we have heard before/warned... More

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What are entrepreneurs of failed startups doing?

Sean Fuller

July 26th, 2017

Well from my experience, I had to refocus, retool then try again in another venture. So after my first start up failed. I got a Job and didn't work... More

Question · Healthcare · Product Marketing

What is the most efficient way to sell a cancer recovery guide to hospitals to distribute to their patients?

Lisa Lurie Co Founder & CEO, Cancer Be Glammed,

July 26th, 2017

I have just published a unique recovery guide for female cancer patients. It is an excellent support tool for oncologists, oncology nurses, and nurse... More

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Do VCs ever provide endorsements to earlier stage ventures they're monitoring for future investment?

oloruntoba aluko Daring and resolute in the face of challenges

July 26th, 2017

It's isn't about verbal commitment like it is said in football bet, they need put their 💰 where their mouth is.... If they really believably... More

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Whether to bring a friend as co-founder or founding team?

Justin Pickering

July 26th, 2017

It seems you already answered your own question. You say he has project management skills that you find equal to the task. So, avoid making him a... More

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What is your best advice for first time entrepreneurs?

Leonard Pieper Startup Enthusiast & Cofounder

July 26th, 2017

- go networking and connect with the right people - be ready to walk the extra mile - be passioned in what you are doing - listen to feedback, evaluate... More

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What is your best advice for first time entrepreneurs?

Devon Campbell Founder at Radworks, Mad Startup Science, lead developer at Resque

July 26th, 2017

Practice humility. Maybe you've identified a problem you can solve, and maybe you've come up with a possible solution. The earlier you realize your... More

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Do VCs ever provide endorsements to earlier stage ventures they're monitoring for future investment?

Anonymous

Last updated on July 25th, 2017

My early stage startup has shown a lot of promise in a niche space, and it's attracted a partnership with a leading F500 company. I wonder if the... More

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Whether to bring a friend as co-founder or founding team?

Utkarsh Asthana

July 25th, 2017

Please evaluate how much he can bring on board with him & only take decision based on that criteria & yeah please don't forget to set the... More

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How should I go about acquiring ownership of the business that I work for?

chantal gakwaya Reinventing the way people sell & buy real estate

July 25th, 2017

1. Need to seat down with the owner and talk over the terms of sales e.g -Have a business valuation performed to determine how much the business is... More

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What are entrepreneurs of failed startups doing?

Georgios Michalelis A mechanical engineer with business experience

Last updated on July 25th, 2017

Regarding this issue I can only give you my personal thoughts. I tried twice to create a company mainly because I wanted to create products that I... More

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How should I go about acquiring ownership of the business that I work for?

Joseph Roos

July 25th, 2017

You should sit with him and your CFO to build a realistic 5 year projection based on the previous 3 years of historical performance. You would then... More

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What are entrepreneurs of failed startups doing?

Maxine Pierson INTERIM CEO, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/ VP Investor

July 25th, 2017

They startup another one

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What is your best advice for first time entrepreneurs?

Sambit Ghosh Self-propelled & Dynamic Electrical Engineer,having knowledge of Project Engineering,Sales&Marketing

July 25th, 2017

One should know about his/her capability. You can't be succeeded in each and every business segment of this world. Don't follow the flow. It would... More

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Looking for a suggestion on biz arrangements with adding a co-founder

Dane Madsen Organizational and Operational Strategy Consultant

July 25th, 2017

If you expect the co-founder to be the primary on the strategy while you run the consulting company, then this person needs the ability and authority... More

Question · Entrepreneurship · Startups

What industries are untapped for entrepreneurs and ready for disruption?

Maja Rašić QA Tester

July 25th, 2017

What are from your point of view some industries that are completely outdated? I mean with this industries that have a huge potential for entrepreneurs... More

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