10 Things I Hated About Your Business Pitch
Business planning expert Tim Berry has over 20 years of hearing business pitches as a judge of business plan competitions and as an angel investor. Here are the things he hates to see in a business pitch, so you can avoid making these key mistakes.
By Tim Berry |
6 Simple Tricks to Avoid Late Paying Customers
If your business is growing and you've made a ton of sales, it might look on paper like everything is great. But until those customers pay their invoices, you can’t use that revenue to pay your own bills. But what can you do to encourage your customers to pay faster? Start with these six simple tricks.
By Meredith Wood |
What to Say in Your 1, 5, 10, or 20 Minute Pitch (+ Tips From Successful Entrepreneurs!)
Have the opportunity to pitch your business to an investor? How do you know what to include in pitching opportunities for varying lengths? We’ve got you covered, no matter what length of pitch you're working on.
By Angelique O'Rourke |
How to Get Funding for a Business
Are you considering becoming an entrepreneur and starting your own company? If so, you might be wondering how to get funding for a business in the first place. Here's a breakdown of your different funding options.
By Tim Berry |
How to Create a Successful Crowdfunding Video for Your Startup
Crowdfunding can be an effective way for startups and entrepreneurs to raise funds and to test the market for new ideas, but there are a few secrets to organizing a successful crowdfunding campaign to keep in mind. Here's how to create a crowdfunding video that will help better the chances of reaching your crowdfunding goals.
By Emily Ludolf |
Get a Business Credit Card to Build Your Startup’s Credit
Building business credit creates more financial opportunities for your business. Banks, lenders, and other suppliers all rely on business credit reports to assess the creditworthiness of your company. Here's why having a business credit card matters.
By Jacob Lunduski |
Finished a Successful Crowdfunding Campaign? Go Straight to Amazon
Even if you've already reached your monetary goal on Kickstarter, stay focused: You’re not out of the woods yet. Here's what to do next.
By Roy Morejon |
What Is a Long-Term Interest Rate?
Long-term interest rate is the interest rate charged on long-term debt.
