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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

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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

Question · Banking · Payments

How do I learn every technical thing about money?

Daniel Birowsky I design, develop and argue.

Last updated on September 23rd, 2017

Literature? Sites? Courses? I wanna understand the ins and outs of how money travel. All the fees and currencies manipulations in-between. I’m... More

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Does anyone know if there are companies out there that help you sell your startup? If so, can you share your experience? Thank you

Leigh Lommen If you need Finance and Math, I am your man!

September 23rd, 2017

Look for a boutique IB to help you. Talk o those large players directly. Talk to VC firms that deal with the stage your company is at and that are... More

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Getting sponsors?

Bridget Daniels CEO at Danfield Fashion World

September 22nd, 2017

I need a soosponsor

Question · Cofounder · Finding cofounders

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

Ankit Khanna Founder & CEO @EnrouteCo, Accomplished Product Manager, MBA @HEC Paris

Last updated on September 22nd, 2017

I am working on an idea and have an MVP ready by using freelance developers. However, with feedback coming in fast now, there is a need for someone... 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 22nd, 2017

Hi Everyone! I have had some time to reread your posts and organize my notes. I'd like to start with Myra Ann Keith. Thank you Myra. Your information... More

Question · Competition · Legal

I broke a NDA. What could happen?

Anonymous

September 22nd, 2017

I'm a independent consultant and signed a NDA with a stealth mode startup that's considering hiring me for a contract assignment. I mentioned sharing... More

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When should I put pause to idea and move on with another idea

Yann ESSOH Founder, Telecom & Ecommerce Business development manager

September 22nd, 2017

Hi Abhishek, You will need to learn some specific skills related to business idea vetting. 1/ sniff testing This is the capacity to split your ideas... More

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I have my MVP and received great feedback from the community on it! I don't have the skills or money to move forward. What do I do?

Philip Hignigh Principle software engineer, passionate about changing the way software is created

September 22nd, 2017

If you're interested in recruiting developers, I would suggest you include the type of development for the existing components and the components... More