Starting a Business
Not sure how to start your business? Whether you're looking to start a small business or are searching for grants, discover all the steps to starting a business.
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Choosing the right funding model for your startup is a pivotal decision that requires careful consideration.
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All the new technologies and tools can be overwhelming for small business owners with fewer resources than bigger companies. These strategies will help you overcome these digital difficulties and seize the opportunities that new tech can provide.
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There are different ways to come up with business ideas, but the successful ones share these factors.
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The VC market took a beating in 2023, and the VC funding market is not going to reopen anytime soon. This article will teach you how to survive a difficult funding market like today, so you can live to fight another day.
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Ask Marc | Get Free Advice About Your Business From the Co-Founder of Netflix
Get free business advice during our next Ask Marc, live Q&A, on 3/14/24 at 2 PM ET. You don't want to miss it—send in your questions now.
How to Transition to Different Industry Sectors in Your Client Base
Most entrepreneurs start out with a limited customer base in mind, a particular slice of a specific market. But if and when you feel ready to expand your reach to a wider audience, should you? Can you? Here, a business owner in the midst of transition shares insights on sector expansion.
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