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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

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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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Getting sponsors?

Bridget Daniels CEO at Danfield Fashion World

September 22nd, 2017

I need a soosponsor

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Is there a marketplace to sell a start-up?

Susan Bruch 2 time founder, 30 years marketing experience

September 22nd, 2017

I've created a profile on Exitround, but can't find any contact information to see where you sign up for additional help. The Genome link where I... More

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I broke a NDA. What could happen?

David M

September 22nd, 2017

If this is a real scenario, it is very unwise to discuss in an open forum that can be traced back to you and illustrate your continued discussion... 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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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

To any technical person who's ever been burned by their business startup partner: I sympathize deeply. It happened to me too. To get back on your... More