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Why pay sales team prior to results?

September 21st, 2017

The question is unclear. Are you talking about an outsourced lead gen agency? Or outsourced sales? The latter won't work for most startups. Very few... 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?

S Sailesh kumar Intrepreneur @ Cycloides Inc,Tech-Consultant, Ex- Head of Marketing @Scopeweaver & SM Influencer

September 21st, 2017

Great the basic part is done. Now is the toughest part. Sales & Funding. To tackle sales apply these 5 Points: 1. Check the market viability... More

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

Arthur Harris

September 21st, 2017

I have just been reading & following the guidance of this book. The Startup Owners Manual by Steve Blank & Bob Dorf. The first tests to validate... More

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What are your recommendations on Digital Marketing when starting a first company?

Karan Bavandi Founder at Optimal Access

Last updated on September 21st, 2017

Great content, also called ever green content is never obsolete. It can work for you for ever. Creating authority and building your SEO takes time.... More

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FinTech start-up - Where can I find regulatory compliance advise?

U Tun Aung Devlopement and talent

September 21st, 2017

Learn other'sexperiences and march on.

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Can startup consulting be a profitable business?

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

September 20th, 2017

It's just a matter of aggressively filtering your prospects. Anyone can start a startup… even people who don't have the money to pay your consulting... 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?

Sheena Nadeau, MA Cofounder & CEO of VerteBar; Fitness Expert of 12 years specializing in Pain-Free Movement

September 20th, 2017

I am in the exact position you are in. I just started participating in an incubator program to get that help you've mentioned. My advisor has recommended... More

Question · Business Development · Digital

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

Pavlo Redko Digital Marketing

Last updated on September 20th, 2017

I know that there is no remedy from all startup illnesses. However which marketing tools work best for you? I don't like long lists, just 1-3 best,... More

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What are your recommendations on Digital Marketing when starting a first company?

Pavlo Redko Digital Marketing

September 20th, 2017

I see two main approaches to consider: 1) is the Hubspot Product-Market and Model-Channel approach or Growth framework. It is good if you don't know... 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 20th, 2017

Thank you to everyone who has answered my questions. There is so much information in your responses, which leads to more questions. Before I ask any... More

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Why pay sales team prior to results?

Ian McCloy Founding Principal of Africa Strategies Network

September 20th, 2017

Organisations offering Sales Services will need to invest a certain amount of time and money understanding exactly what product or service you are... 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?

Parvez Husein Co-founder and CTO @ Portable Office Company. Exited.

September 20th, 2017

Hi Shane, I'm going to come at this from a different angle. Firstly, well done on getting this far. Your product sounds quite clever. And you have... More

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

Aleksandar Varnicic

Last updated on September 20th, 2017

There are too many philosophical answers to the specific question. The answer is east Europe - Serbia, Ukraine, Bulgaria etc. etc. You will get deal... More

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Should I use a BaaS for my enterprise SaaS app?

Niresh Agarwal Growth Strategist

Last updated on September 19th, 2017

My suggestion would be to use BaaS provider(s) wherever possible and as long as it is not the differentiator part of your offering during initial... More

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Early stage, should I be trying to get a cofounder (solo right now) or work on a complete business plan?

David M

September 19th, 2017

To respond to some of these answers-Putting together a solid business plan with financials is not "easy." A proper plan, if you put 20-30 hours a... More

Question · MVP Development · Product Development

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?

Shane Arcuri

Last updated on September 19th, 2017

Hi All, So, I'm creating software for cryptocurrency mining that will enhance the mining experience and help miners increase their efficiency and... 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?

German Valencia Success is not a goal, it is a life style

September 19th, 2017

Create a road map to help you identify your milestones and when you must achieve them; it will help you also understand what you need and when. If... More

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

Eduard B Empower product management and customer support teams

September 19th, 2017

We personally have everyone in-house. However, a good place to find great candidates for the work is at www.freelancer.com and www.fiverr.com. There... More