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Tips for Startup Business Success in 2016

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Statistics show that roughly half of all startup businesses will fail within their first five years of operation. The success rate becomes even lower past [Read More…]

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Polio, World War II, the Academy Awards, and Business Financing

“What on Earth can financing of a worthwhile Project possibly have to do with Polio, World War II and the Academy Awards?” Occasionally, Intrepid will [Read More…]

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Do What You Love and You’ll Never Have to Work Again

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There’s an old saying that goes: do what you love and you’ll never have to work another day in your life. The famous Chinese teacher, [Read More…]

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Stick with Your Business Idea (Don�t Give Up)

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Many entrepreneurs have a tendency to jump from idea to idea, experimenting with a variety of business ideas�instead of focusing their efforts on just one. [Read More…]

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Startup 101 – Choosing a Profitable Industry

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So, you’re thinking about starting your own business? Being an entrepreneur certainly has its perks, such as the ability to set your own hours, be [Read More…]

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How to Write a Solid Business Plan for Your Business

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Regardless of industry or niche, every entrepreneur needs a business plan. In addition to acting a roadmap for professional success, banks and venture capitalists may [Read More…]

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Business Management 101- Learning to Delegate Tasks Effectively

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One of the many hurdles faced by entrepreneurs and small business owners is trying to delegate tasks efficiently. Depending on the venture, you may able [Read More…]

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How to Get Startup Capital for Your Business or Project

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Among the biggest hurdles faced by aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners is acquiring startup capital. Without capital, you won’t be able to turn your vision [Read More…]

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University of California Launches Capital Investment Fund

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The University of California has opened a $250 million fund designed specifically for capital investments. The University made this announcement on December 16, saying the [Read More…]

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SEC Announces Startup Investing via Crowdfunding

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted 3-1 in favor of allowing individual investors and investment groups to purchase stock in startup companies using [Read More…]

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Report: Banks May Lose 60% Retail Profits to Tech Startups

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Banks may lose more than half of their retail profits to tech startups over the next ten years. According to an eye-opening report published by [Read More…]

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Venture Capital vs Seed Capital: What’s the Difference?

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Still trying to wrap your head around the concept of venture capital vs�seed capital? While both of these�types of business capital are used to fund [Read More…]