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| Best movies about entrepreneurship or businesses? Posted: 10 Mar 2018 08:44 AM PST Hello! I would love to have some suggestions for movies or series regarding entrepreneurship or building businesses. They don't need to be realistic or hold any forms of lessons, just include some kind of business story! Thanks! [link] [comments]  |
| Looking for suggestions on how I ask business owners to pay me for organizing events to their venue Posted: 10 Mar 2018 06:11 AM PST I have a grassroots Drinking club through Facebook, we have two chapters for two different neighbourhoods in Toronto. Both pretty successful with ~300+ each, and engaged. Right now I organize events and bring dozens of people out to restaurants for drinks. I know the local owners and they love it since it brings so much business and targets the captive community as well. I'm starting to organize events where money is involved for materials (wine or whiskey tastings paired with food, etc.). The trick is I've never asked for money before and I want to start growing this into a business venture. I'm worried the owners will hate the idea or feel like I'm taking out of their pocket. I also have no idea how to ask or how much I would ask for per person, or total. Looking for any help on getting starting with paying myself so I can do bigger events, and how to ask, and what's appropriate. Thank you! [link] [comments]  |
| Does anyone have experience with a 1-800-Got-Junk franchise? Posted: 10 Mar 2018 08:16 AM PST I've started looking into this and was wondering if anyone here had any insight. Thanks [link] [comments]  |
| Questions for Successful Consultancies Posted: 10 Mar 2018 12:47 PM PST Background: I currently work at a large multi-billion dollar consulting firm with less than 1 year of experience. I work in the technology space, helping organizations implement very complex enterprise software, IT architecture, data visualization, data engineering, some data science and typically deal with millions and millions of rows of data. I am considering starting my own consulting business in 6 months - 1.5 years and would like some insight from those who have done it successfully. My questions are as follows: 1) How did you get your initial clients? In my space, there is no chance I could ever possibly poach a current client that I'm working with. The scale of work is just too large and too difficult for me to do. Furthermore, they would not trust me. Our clients are F500s that primarily hire Big Consulting firm to cover their assess if things go wrong. They are more risk sensitive than price sensitive. I work in a space where clients can go to jail/get sued for fraud/corruption/helping criminals or negligence if things go wrong. They won't hire a 23-24 year old one man show. 2) If I go down-market to sell to smaller clients, how do I get my foot in the door? On one hand, I would only have 1-1.5 years of experience. On the other hand, I've worked at a scale that most smaller businesses would never imagine. Granted, I'm learning a lot of industry specific knowledge that cannot be applied, but I think the general skills would still be there if I switch industries (which I would have to do). 3) How much runway do you think I'll need? As a recent grad, my savings are relatively small. 6 months - 1 year from now, I should have 15-20k in the bank. My goal would be to find one cash-cow client ASAP to pay for my bills, then expand from there. In the overpriced city I'm in, these savings won't last me very long at all. 4) How do you know you have enough knowledge to take the leap? My tech skills aren't very good, but I am good with the business end of things. My background might make you think I'm a tech genius, but I am really just winging it. The difference, is now I have some supervision so I can't mess things up too much. I am not nervous about challenge or failure in general, but nervous about having significant gaps of knowledge in tech skills. In a field like stategy consulting, clients can easily ignore your strategy work if it is bad. If I mess up the IT architecture of a company, I really will set them back very far. We are talking about potentially millions of rows of data. Even Big Consulting mess up sometimes too, but my failure would be magnified as a solo entrepreneur. Looking for any advice/suggestions from those who have made it. [link] [comments]  |
| Wanting lightweight laptop recommendations for remote work Posted: 10 Mar 2018 12:06 AM PST Hey guys, this is probably the wrong sub for it but I'm sure many of you work remotely on a laptop. I usually just use my desktop but am finding it a struggle to get some work done on my phone when out and about. Wanting something cheap, lightweight and speedy to remote access my workstation from. Maybe one of those touch/convertible chrome books or a tablet or something? Btw I'm from AUS if that matters Discuss your favorite options or what you use for remote work below 🧐 [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 10 Mar 2018 01:58 PM PST We are organizing an outdoor event and expect there will be heavy automobile traffic in a parking structure that typically does not handle that large amount of vehicles. Without requiring valet parking, what would be the best way to figure out how to get a huge number of automobile traffic flowing in, parked, and flowing out? Is there a particular specialist or name of the technical skill that I should be looking for? "Event traffic planner"? [link] [comments]  |
| In need your help for my class. Posted: 10 Mar 2018 01:50 PM PST Okay so first off I'm 17 and I'm taking a class called Virtual Enterprise(A class where we run a fake virtual business with other fake companies around the world) and I'm a candidate for CEO next year. My interview for the position is next week(Wednesday) and I need help/advice from you all. I have a few questions so I'll just list them 1.How should my resume look for a promotion within the same company?
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| Google Adwords consulting on upwork? Posted: 10 Mar 2018 02:51 AM PST I'm looking for a side hustle that could become a full time gig. I'm currently a full time freelance writer so have a bit of a flexible schedule. One thing I've heard of that sounds possible is offering Google Adwords services on sites like upwork. Do you think it's something I could teach myself enough in a few months to get started and eventually earn $50± per hour? Thanks [link] [comments]  |
| Question about starting an LLC in Maryland? Posted: 10 Mar 2018 01:03 PM PST Hello! I want to create an LLC for a non-medical senior companion business in Maryland. The name would be something like "Caring Companions, LLC." Here is the form in Maryland. http://dat.maryland.gov/SDAT%20Forms/artorgan.pdf I have 2 questions: 1.) I have to use a home address on the form and not a P.O. Box. I currently rent an apartment and may move soon. I'm on a month-to-month lease and can't predict the future. I was thinking of using my parent's home address but I do not want to involve them in the business in any way. Would putting their home address on the LLC make them legally liable or responsible for anything? 2.) The form says I must have a "Resident Agent" sign it. The business is strictly myself. Just me. Why do I have to have a "resident agent" sign and who can I get to do it? My hope and my dream is to be 100% independent. Thanks!!! [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 10 Mar 2018 12:58 PM PST Few facts:
Tattoo studios are similar to a lot of service based companies so I thought I could help answer any questions in terms of marketing, writing business plans and hiring people. [link] [comments]  |
| Unable to link Facebook Business page to Instagram Business account Posted: 10 Mar 2018 12:00 PM PST It's been 3 days I've been trying to solve this problem, im trying to link the facebook page to the instagram account and it's not working. On instagram it's showing that it's linked, but on facebook and ads manager its not linked and whenever i try to link it, it says that my instagram account is already linked to another page. Any ideas ? [link] [comments]  |
| Live Q/A - B2B marketing professional live when this post is 20 minutes old. Posted: 10 Mar 2018 08:07 AM PST Referencing this post I made a few days ago. I'm hosting it this morning. You can join here. Thanks, feel free to PM me after if there are more questions on lead gen. Andrew [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 10 Mar 2018 11:35 AM PST For those who missed the webinar, you can Watch Here. The audio on the webinar got a bit funky, so I re-made it. Any additional questions PM me, or email me in the link from video. Thanks - feedback is appreciated. [link] [comments]  |
| If you had the money you needed to do it, what business would you start and why? Posted: 10 Mar 2018 11:29 AM PST |
| I want to print on canvas and paper (t-shirts?), large format. Help? Posted: 10 Mar 2018 11:21 AM PST Does anyone know the best way to print large format on canvas? I'd like to print and frame and sell some art/posters printed on canvas. I will make the frames myself. 50" plotter, will it work for this? Any experienced printers out there have advice? [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 10 Mar 2018 10:34 AM PST I'm starting a company that deals with monthly ACH collections and am wondering if anyone has some insight as to best industry practice in relation to the collection process if a customer begins to miss payments? Rather than just hand it to a collection agency? [link] [comments]  |
| I've curated a list of the best business podcasts. Hope you enjoy! Posted: 10 Mar 2018 10:03 AM PST There are thousands of podcasts available on the inter-webs. Finding one with high-quality content is no easy task. I've created a list of my top favourites, in no particular order: 1. Reply All Overview: In short, it's about the internet. Every week they cover a new story related to the web. One week you'll find out about the real owner of porn.com, the next how Instagram watch brands actually make money or how you can find Bitcoin hunters. You'll get it once you listen to the podcast. Why you should listen to it: Expert storytelling through founders, leading experts and generally A+ content. Link: Website 2. How I built this Overview: Produced by NPR, this is THE podcast to listen to if you want to understand how Airbnb, Instagram and even Southwest Airlines started. You'll get to hear from the founders themselves in hour long segments. Why you should listen to it: Do you know a billionaire who can sit down with you and explain how they started a business from scratch for a good hour? No? Thought so – this podcast is the next best thing. Link: Website 3. Startup Overview: Startup is all about the world of business and by Gimlet Media (a podcast media company). The first season is one of the best. You get to follow the journey of how the business was built. These guys are experts at story-telling, with the founder having worked at NPR's Planet Money. Why you should listen to it: Why you should listen to it: You'll get to understand the true entrepreneur mindset and journey. Hearing how it's like to pitch to your first investor, pitching the idea to your wife and even negotiating with your co-founder on equity. Link: Website 4. Business Wars Overview: A new podcast – these guys show how large companies have been in secret 'wars' with each other. Like Blockbuster vs Netflix or Nike vs Adidas. You get to hear what happened behind the scenes and the real story of how and why these businesses reached new heights or rock bottom – coughs Blockbuster coughs. Why you should listen to it: Business Wars doesn't tell us what happened – they go into the details, all the way to the unauthorised conversations between executives and the internal politics these brands faced. Link: Website 5. How to start a startup Overview: Sam Altman and the folks from Y Combinator offer up an amazing course in "How To Start A Startup" at Stanford. This is the full course but in Podcast form. Why you should listen to it: Didn't get into Y Combinator? Get knowledge from industry leaders for free. Seriously. Tonnes of gold in this one. Link: Website 6. IndieHackers podcast Overview: Not all businesses need $50B in investment. Okay, slight exaggeration. Still, many businesses exist from bootstrapped founders- the IndieHackers podcast interviews such people and how they acquired initial customers. Why you should listen to it: There's thousands of opportunities out there which don't need huge investment. Get to hear the strategies these smaller companies use and apply them to your business today. Link: Website 7. The Pitch Overview: Real entrepreneurs pitch to real investors—for real money. Think of Shark Tank, Dragons Den or any other TV investment show. Now picture it in a podcast — more detail, more raw and in audio format. Why you should listen to it: TV versions of such shows are always edited like crazy. This version shows the entire process behind the investment and pitch, understand exactly how real founders approach investors. Link: Website What do you guys think? Know about any other business podcasts? Hope you found this useful! Ali4k. [link] [comments]  |
| Please Help Me fill out a 30-second survey Posted: 09 Mar 2018 10:09 PM PST I have a short survey for a school business project and I need a varied control group. The survey should take you less than 30 seconds and would help me a ton. The Link [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 09 Mar 2018 07:27 PM PST Dollar stores seems to be opening up left right and centre. My thought is having a dollar store, except without the store costs, so as to have it completely online. So essentially would have an online store, and down the line an app. Would probably buy the items in bulk from China and then send them off. Obviously won't be possible to sell one item at a time, but can maybe have a minimum order requirement. For instance, I'd buy a toy for 50c and sell it for $3-4. Seems like there could be profit after factoring in costs. I feel that besides the product costs, my toughest factor and perhaps most costly aspect will be the marketing, but not sure exactly. How viable/profitable would an idea like this be? [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 10 Mar 2018 07:17 AM PST "If I was going to start over financially, with what I now know, I would buy a small business with an SBA loan. That's how I bought my first business, largely by accident. While you have to tolerate a little higher interest rate and some government fees, the loan terms are outrageously long-dated (10 years), providing significantly more breathing room for cash flow." continues: https://www.adventur.es/the-micro-pe-reality-check [link] [comments]  |
| How do I create a website with a login and a free members only page? Posted: 10 Mar 2018 06:53 AM PST /u/DannyDawg recently made a post about creating a local coupons group. I am looking to try this. My plan is to have a website where users can log in to view the coupons. By signing up, they will also become part of the email list. I will then charge local companies to be part of the scheme and for the exposure to my email list (free at first to get things started) How can I create a page with a login feature and a section? and what is the easiest cheapest way to do it? Squarespace does not offer this feature and Wordpress will only allow to implement this through plugins if I go self-hosted. I will do this if necessary but it seems like quite a hassle Thanks. Any advice appreciated [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 10 Mar 2018 05:54 AM PST Hello, I created and hosted a conference for folks in my industry. I offered a big fee (nearly $1000) to one of the moderators when the conference was a 2-day event. Now it's a 1-day event. Is it ok to tell them I will now only pay 50% of what I originally offered? I don't want to damage the relationship. Alternately, I can pay them what I originally promised and ask them to come back to host another full-day event? Feedback appreciated! [link] [comments]  |
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| I'm Building a Poor Man's Version of HQ Trivia Posted: 10 Mar 2018 04:50 AM PST My goals for this post: 1) Looking for feedback. What changes would I need to make to make you interested in my trivia game? 2) Seeking advice. Are there are best practices or easy tech I can use to grow my follower base and make the game a better overall experience? Hey everyone, I have a side project that I kicked off this week, and wanted to get some thoughts you all have. Not a full time gig, and I have pretty low expectations, but hey, you never know. What is it? I'm calling it The Royal Cash Dash. It's a twitter based trivia/riddle contest with real cash prizes. I originally thought of the idea for a trivia for real money game a few years back when the daily fantasy sports companies took off. Of course, I have no real hacking skills, so it never went anywhere. Then HQ Trivia went viral, and I had a Kramer moment (ie that was my idea!). How does it work? It's iterating every day, but here is the latest version. Every day at 1pm and 8pm eastern time (I orginally wanted to just to tweet at random, but now I think more people will participate if there are defined started times. Thanks HQ!), I tweet out a riddle. I then announce that the first 3 followers to retweet that particular trivia question, then PM me the correct answers, wins $5. I'm hoping the retweet aspect will help me grow organically once I reach a critical mass of followers. I've put some thought into the structure of the game and here is the reasoning:
How I'm finding followers I've been experimenting with twitter followers campaigns. It's really friggin expensive...averaging almost $5 per follower. So for $200, I am the proud owner of 40 followers. I also went on Fiverr and bought a few thousand followers for like $15. I absolutely know they are fake, but my thought is that people are more interested in a Twitter game that have a few thousand followers, as opposed to 40. I was also thinking about paying an influencer but I'm too afraid to put all my financial eggs in one basket (I know, I know, I'm kind of already doing that by paying $5 per follower, but somehow that feels better than betting it all on a single influencer tweet.) Who am I targeting? I recently heard about an investor who's investment theory is that teen girl usage of any product is a good predictor. So my follower campaign is targeting females 18 to 34. The range is predefined as starting at 13 or 18, and since my ultimate goal is to monetize, I decided that the 18 to 34 demographic makes more sense. Do I plan to have an app or website? No I want it to be Twitter based. I do have a website, but it's just informational. The whole is that you can have a bit of fun twice a day without a lot of fuss. I originally played with the idea of having players take a quiz via my website, but I lack technical skills, so I decided to just run on Twitter. Overall, I've given myself a $2500 budget and 3 months to gain some legit traction. More likely than not, this will fizzle out fast and you'll never hear about this again. In the off chance it starts working, I'll check in with updates. Who knows, maybe I'll become a case study! Twitter handle is @RoyalCashDash if anyone wants to check it out. Looking forward to your feedback! [link] [comments]  |
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