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It’s a great time to start up your business! We’ve just come out of a pandemic, most of the world is dealing with inflation, soon to be a recession, and there’s a war in Eastern Europe. The supply chain continues to be compromised, the “great resignation” is beginning anew, and the tech industry is slimming …
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October is National Women’s Small Business Month. And what a better way to celebrate than with some success stories and resources to help you launch and grow your small business. And, there’s a lot to celebrate. In 1972, 4.6% of all businesses in the US were owned by women. As of 2018, the number of …
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that 20% of all new businesses fail in the first year. And then the failure rate increases from there, with statistics showing that 50% of new companies don't make it past the 5th year. There are several reasons for startup failure, but the chief culprit is an unhealthy cash …
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Black founders receive roughly 1.2% of all venture capital funding in America. One reason cited is that Black venture capitalists make up only around 2% of the venture capitalist pool. Of course, that’s part of the problem. Still, other sticky issues make it difficult for entrepreneurs of color to get their innovations off the ground. …
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Fintech solutions improve your bottom line whether you’re a solopreneur or small business, B2C or B2B. From helping you access much-needed capital to helping you create a seamless shopping experience for your consumers, fintech products help you thrive in today's hyper-digital market. The Rise of Fintech Financial technology, or fintech, began disrupting markets across the …
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There are many reasons why businesses fail, including poor planning, bad execution, inadequate financing (or mismanagement of money), and market underestimation. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as reported by Fundera, 20% of small businesses fail in their first year. You might think, “that makes sense.” But once you get past your first year, …
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Who was the "Witch of Wall Street?" The world was not ready for Hetty Green. She possessed an uncanny ability to predict the timing of market fluctuations, enabling her to turn a modest inheritance into a fortune. She became the richest woman in America during her era. Unfortunately, her gift for money matters and commitment …
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Angel funding and venture capital, also known as private equity financing, are ways for investors to get in on the ground floor of startups. Private equity financing is excellent for you and for investors who see your potential early enough to jump in while the prospective ROI is at its highest. The benefit for you …
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Are you wondering how to seek venture capital funding for your startup? Or should you even start a new business? We’re post-pandemic but still facing tremendous uncertainty. Globally, countries are dealing either with growing inflation or recession. Yet, it’s still a fantastic time to launch a new business or scale your company to the next …
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. Don't let the street talk about how impossible it is to find money to launch your startup put you to sleep. There's no doubt; it's more challenging. Traditional lenders like to see a track record. When you're a startup, you don't have one. But you do have a rock-solid dream ready to become a …
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