Understand the Power of the Question to Drive Innovation
Embracing the Start-Up J Curve
In his latest book, entrepreneur Howard Love guides fellow business owners through the predictable phases faced by most entrepreneurs. Love's book provides a step-by-step guide for small-business owners on how…
8 Attributes of a Winning Business Plan
It is widely accepted that business plans are essential, but few people know what is included in an effective business plan. Rather than relying on trial and error that could…
Pitch Perfect: The Fundamentals of Great Pitch Decks
The pitch deck (or investor presentation) is often the first tool you'll use to connect with potential investors. Its contents should help investors determine whether your business is the right…
Quick Guide to the Perfect Social Media Profile
You have less than five seconds to catch the attention of a would-be customer with your social media profile, so it’s imperative to make a big impression, fast. By capturing…
8 Tips for Building a Bankable Business
If you're considering applying for a bank loan to fund your startup, most experts say don’t bother. Banks are rarely interested in funding early-stage companies, especially since the 2008 financial…
The Art of Socializing
Social media is free and ubiquitous, and offers entrepreneurs an unprecedented marketing opportunity. Guy Kawasaki, in his new book The Art of the Start 2.0, calls it the best thing…
Three Social Media Hacks for the Busy Entrepreneur
As an entrepreneur, social media is your best friend (free, ubiquitous marketing!), but in a busy startup with what feels like an endless to-do list, it probably seems like just…
Reboot: The Art of the Start 2.0
Ten years after shaking up the world of entrepreneurship, Guy Kawasaki has fully updated his essential field guide to starting a business. The result: a book that’s both a reality…