Business

Why Amsterdam is the right place to run a Startup

Starting a business somewhere involves lots of activities and tasks to do. It includes choosing the best place which you think your start up business will grow and progress faster. The place or the location that you plan to start your business should give you opportunities to provide the needs of your future customers.  Good […]

The Positives and Negatives of having a Business Partner

Are two heads really better than one? In some ways, the answer is undoubtedly yes, but taking on someone to help you run your business has its downsides as well. Here we look at the advantages and disadvantages of having a business partner. Advantages Finance No business can survive without funds. Securing access to start-up […]

4 Things Investors Need to Know About Your Startup #sundayschool

Original post by SHARON WIENBAR via Entrepreneur Angels, venture capitalists, private equity firms and mutual funds all evaluate investments on the same four basic criteria. At the various stages of a company’s evolution from brilliant-insight baby to billion-dollar behemoth, those investors will weigh your attributes differently. When you pitch your company for funding, focus on these four topics: […]

Should startups write a business plan? 8 reasons why we think startups should!

By Conrad Ford, Fundingoptions There could be a number of reasons as to why you might need to write a comprehensive business plan, whether this is at the start of your company’s life or at a later date: • Making a loan application • Seeking investment • Seeking to acquire a company • Seeking a major contract […]

5 Tips for Avoiding Small Business Failure

Original post by constantcontact Few people are as passionate about small business success as Melinda Emerson, aka SmallBizLady. Melinda is the founder of The Quintessence Group and consults with Fortune 500 companies and small businesses on social media strategy and content development.  She authored the book “Become your Own Boss in 12 Months” and writes for the New […]