How to Monetize a Facebook Groupby Sarah HumphreysBuilding an online community is no easy task, but the reward in doing so is worth the effort put into it. Facebook Groups are a great way to create an online business and build trust with potential customers.Continue
We Need a Culture of Accountabilityby Wil SchroterThe two main components of accountability are ownership and consequences — having these things can make a huge difference in a company’s overall success. And a Founder should be able to know how to instill accountability in their employees. Continue
Business Loans for Women: What You Need to Knowby The Startups TeamA comprehensive guide to business loan options available specifically for women including government and private sector financing options to help female entrepreneurs get their company off the ground.Continue
Sole Proprietorships: What You Need to Knowby The Startups TeamA comprehensive guide to Sole Proprietorships, what they are, how to form one step-by-step, advantages and disadvantages, as well as examples, comparisons to other business types, and some FAQs.Continue
Am I a Good Manager?by Wil SchroterWhat does it take to become a good manager? The truth is, one becomes a good manager when they can push the entire team to transform themselves and become exponentially better at what they do.Continue
How to Find Angel Investors by The Startups TeamWe're taking an inside look at how to find angel investors and how to get them to invest in your company.Continue
How To Write A Business Plan: A Comprehensive Guideby The Startups TeamA comprehensive, step-by-step guide - complete with real examples - on writing a business plan with just the right amount of panache to catch an investor's attention and serve as a guiding star for your business. Continue
How to Sell an Idea to a Company Without Them Stealing Itby Sarah HumphreysFor many, coming up with an innovative idea leads to a desire to do something with it — and in the absence of knowing how to commercialize a great idea, many people jump to the conclusion that it can simply be sold to a big company. Then they worry that the big company will simply take their idea, and leave them in the dust. It’s a great story — it just tends to be a tale of fiction, on many levels.Continue
How Much Equity Should I Ask For?by Sarah HumphreysEquity is the value of a company's stock, which you earn as a percentage of the company’s profits (or losses). So, how much should you ask for? It really depends on your situation. Keep reading for guidance on how to calculate equity in various situations.Continue
Convertible Debt for Startupsby The Startups TeamConvertible Debt is a “loan” that converts into an equity investment at some future date at or below a specific Valuation Cap. It’s a popular way for early-stage startups to raise money versus a traditional equity funding round. Continue reading to understand how it works in further detail.Continue