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Suggestions for finding a marketing/advertising/sales person and type of marketing person?

Paul Garcia President at TABLE

September 25th, 2017

When advertising costs more than the revenue it generates there's a problem with the advertising. It's either not the right channel, the right message,... More

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Should we retain a lawyer before we approach investors?

Raymond Williams Software Developer at Vista Entertainment Solutions USA

September 25th, 2017

Yes, unless you can confidently negotiate the legal funding terms proposed by investors. Even still, an investor would want you to have a lawyer. Suggested... More

Question · Advisor Equity · Equity contracts

for digital startup similar to upwork , what is the minimum and maximum equity level to be granted to a business angel?

Francesco Arrighi Passionate of robots and internet opportunity, I've an unicorne to feed

Last updated on September 25th, 2017

I'm working to develope a sturtup and its core business is similar to UpWork. at the moment we are three in the team, me (CEO at 51%), a guy (CTO... More

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What are recommended resources for validating an idea in retail analytics?

Ashish Chakraborty TOP 100 CIOs award for consecutive3 years.Driving Cyber security,Driving IT strategy.Customercentric

September 25th, 2017

Use the DIKW pyramid .

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How to attract Customers without Paid Advertising and Content Marketing?

Achmad Yudha Utomo Marketing Savvy, Tech Enthusiast, and Customer-Oriented

Last updated on September 25th, 2017

Hello Stoyan, Though there are already a lot of good advices on this thread, I just want to point out few things that might be uncovered and valuable... 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?

Wally Barr Business Owner at Undrnu Management

September 24th, 2017

Your next step is to create sales or pre orders. While I am not shunning the need for a business plan it is and should be a dynamic document. It should... More

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Should I use a BaaS for my enterprise SaaS app?

HANSON, Barry Ever Ready To Learn, Grow and Add Value!

September 24th, 2017

Hi Anonymous, two things if you don't mind. 1. When building a business and "see, know, trust" is so important, is there a reason why you are "Anonymous"? 2.... More

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Suggestions for finding a marketing/advertising/sales person and type of marketing person?

mohamed feras elghandour Owner@digitalagency

September 24th, 2017

hello , danny its feras elghandour i am certified digital marketer from the industry leaders ( google-hubspot-facebook etc ) and i am just starting... More

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How to attract Customers without Paid Advertising and Content Marketing?

Dennis Nash Owner, Market Results and Marketing and Business Growth Consultant

September 24th, 2017

Hi Stoyan, Lowest cost and best new closes is the quintessential question for startup entrepreneurs. This is way over simplified and very low cost,... More

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What are recommended resources for validating an idea in retail analytics?

Don Rector One More Time

September 24th, 2017

You might consider a survey. I find them very effective. I went out to 5,200 names and got 1,700 replies. BTW, if you want good reply ratio, keep... More

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

David M

September 24th, 2017

Very interesting. There was a recent post about ExitRound. The CEO stated that their business model was based on done deal transactions essentially.... More

Question · Business Development · Business Strategy

What are recommended resources for validating an idea in retail analytics?

Jonathan Fontanez CEO & Founder, Experienced Developer

September 24th, 2017

I'm really interested in the problem of helping retailers build personalized experiences through in-store analytics (i.e. segmentation, customer conversion,... More

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How do I get in touch with angel investors?

Gareth Hughes Pursue your passion, enjoy life, give back.

September 24th, 2017

Your best way to get in touch with angel investors is through a connection. See if there's anyone you know or someone in your network who can make... More

Question · Customer Acquisition · Customer Discovery

How to attract Customers without Paid Advertising and Content Marketing?

Stoyan Vlahovski Entrepreneur by Hearth, Facebook Marketing Specialist, currently studying and a Hustler

September 24th, 2017

One of the hardest things is to get your initial customers. The general advice is "Create a customer persona, choose a channel to target them, etc."... More

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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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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

Question · Corporate law · Entrepreneurship

Should we retain a lawyer before we approach investors?

Vahid Behzadi CEO and Founder @OuiCruit; 2 Exits (IPO and Acquisition)

September 23rd, 2017

We are about ready to start capital raising on a seed round. What are the pros and cons of retaining a law firm?

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