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2 Votes
2 Answers
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How to change my part time business in to a permanent business?

I've had a small, part time email sales business for the last 3 years which shows good potential. I do however have a permanent day job which I can not afford to leave yet but I want to increase my...

asked Oct 5 '11 at 21:58
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Elle
11 points

1 Votes
2 Answers
2.63K Views
Checklist of things for presenting for Angel Investment

What things should an entrepreneur have noted, ready to present an investment opportunity to an Angel Investor?

asked Oct 5 '11 at 22:05
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Richard
44 points

2 Votes
2 Answers
3.61K Views
How do I protect my idea before launching my web-service?

I have a unique idea about a web-service. How do I protect against duplicating my idea before launching? I'm afraid I'd end up rivaling against massive number of competitors like Groupon does...

asked Oct 11 '11 at 11:34
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Moe Sweet
141 points

1 Votes
4 Answers
2.78K Views
It's a very new concept and struggling to convince the world in 3 seconds- help?

We have a very unique platform - connecting people by analyzing their wishes, worries, desires & dreams. People are not used to it, but when we speak then people get it. People spend 3 seconds...

asked Oct 5 '11 at 22:44
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Debasish
46 points

3 Votes
3 Answers
2.69K Views
Negotiating a licensing deal for my iOS app

I've created a fairly successful iOS app that sells for $9.99 in the App store. It brings in about 75k per year and has been featured twice by Apple since launch. In the past few months, three...

asked Oct 11 '11 at 16:29
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John
16 points

0 Votes
3 Answers
4.62K Views
Is it illegal to scrape other website's data, process and sell it back in a composed format?

There are these websites that have raw data feed going on. I'm scraping those data, process them and present in a digest-able format to user, and charge users for viewing it. What will actually...

asked Oct 11 '11 at 16:49
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Moe Sweet
141 points

0 Votes
2 Answers
2.26K Views
SaaS ERP paying options

What do you think of the following business model for SaaS ERP: GIVE FREE ACCESS FOR 2 users (or so) per organization and charge for additional users.Thanks Martin

asked Oct 11 '11 at 18:45
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Martin
1 point

0 Votes
1 Answers
1.78K Views
What permits and insurances do I need to open a taxi company?

I am interested in opening a taxi-like business where a passenger can order a taxi by phone (or through mobile app). I do not live in US now and the search has not yielded any answers to me. So...

asked Oct 11 '11 at 20:54
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Neu
1 point

0 Votes
5 Answers
2.75K Views
Where are the best places to meet other programmers? (Minnesota)

This question is probably crap but I find myself scratching my head. I'd love to meet other programmers to bounce ideas off of and maybe somewhere down to line work on a startup. (currently, my...

asked Oct 11 '11 at 23:25
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System Se7en
3 points

7 Votes
2 Answers
2.58K Views
Is there any reason to scrap a start-up, when you find out there is more competition then originally thought?

When initially researching the competition during the early stages of the product development, there did not appear to be very much competition, other then two larger contenders. However, as this...

asked Oct 6 '11 at 01:47
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Rob R
58 points

2 Votes
2 Answers
3.24K Views
Is sleeping partner considered as investor?

My partner and i are from different countries (1) My partner will fund the startup idea (2) I will be the working partner and the idea will be executed in my home country Please give your advice...

asked Oct 6 '11 at 02:06
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Bt001
11 points

4 Votes
6 Answers
2.7K Views
What should be my career path in the corporate if I wanted to become an entrepreneur in the future?

I am currently working in a multinational company and leaning towards a leadership role in the short term. However, I am realizing that the corporate ladder is not for me and wanted to created...

asked Oct 12 '11 at 02:33
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User614
21 points

3 Votes
1 Answers
2.63K Views
The type of copy which affiliate sites use on their sites. Are they using a proven standard?

I have visited several affiliate sites which sell a service or product which promise and promote something. I will pick the category of selling eBooks or electronic content. A lot of these sites...

asked Oct 12 '11 at 03:41
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Tony Henrich
283 points

3 Votes
3 Answers
2.67K Views
How Much Work Is Too Much Work?

I'm a freelance developer, formerly from the business sales world (Capital One Bank, HSBC Bank). About six years ago, before I knew ANYTHING about programming, I got involved with an internet...

asked Oct 12 '11 at 04:29
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Jw60660
128 points

4 Votes
2 Answers
3.51K Views
What effect(s) does Google's Panda 2.5 update have on new websites in the SERP?

I recently launched 3 websites (within the past 7-10 months) that had been steadily increasing in the rankings on Google search up until this past weekend, when I noticed a huge drop across most of...

asked Oct 6 '11 at 04:18
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Dan Male
108 points

5 Votes
2 Answers
6.27K Views
What is a good format for a one page business plan executive summary?

We are applying for angel investment for our startup and we're working on putting together our one page executive summary. What is the typical flow/format of an executive summary?

asked Oct 6 '11 at 07:05
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Gagan
150 points

3 Votes
2 Answers
2.36K Views
What is the tipping point for user reviews

I have searched the site but did not see any answers addressing the following question on gathering user reviews: Specifically, I have read a number of accounts suggesting that there is some...

asked Oct 12 '11 at 06:25
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D Moore
174 points

2 Votes
2 Answers
2.65K Views
Pricing it right

I don't have retail experience and what I need to price is SAAS, however I am aware of the psychological factors when it comes to pricing. $19.95 is a heck better than $20, even though the price is...

asked Oct 12 '11 at 07:00
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Usabilitest
1,698 points

3 Votes
3 Answers
2.32K Views
When/How Often Do Startups Join Together?

I asked this on my blog, but then realized this would be a good forum for discussions so am asking here as well: How Often Do Startups Join Together? In talking to and mentoring dozens of startups...

asked Oct 6 '11 at 08:57
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Tig
204 points

1 Votes
3 Answers
3.2K Views
Where can I find some help on designing packaging for retail sales of our product?

Graphic designers typically charge big bucks to create a packaging concept. Then there is the cost of packaging materials that can sometimes cost as much or more than the product. Does anyone have...

asked Oct 6 '11 at 13:21
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Roger
6 points