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6 Votes
4 Answers
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How to respond to an RFI from a large company?

Our startup was recently contacted by a large global company for an RFI (request for information) for implementing an enterprise software solution. We have a great product which on technical merit...

asked Aug 24 '11 at 06:43
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Ms. Founder
31 points

0 Votes
2 Answers
2.73K Views
How to verify the identity of a freelancer?

My question is if there's a way you're using or know about to verify an identity of a freelancer. For example I want to sign the freelancer on a contract, he will write his ID and name on the...

asked Aug 24 '11 at 02:11
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Fiftyeight
125 points

2 Votes
4 Answers
2.98K Views
Emailing prospects: plain text or HTML?

I provide a web-based service for small & local businesses and sending emails is one method of getting new customers. However, should the first email you send them be an introductory plain...

asked Aug 24 '11 at 02:01
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Joe
121 points

0 Votes
1 Answers
3.01K Views
How will a registered agent protect my privacy?

If I get a registered agent for my LLC, does that truly protect my privacy? So if an employer, friend, coworker, relative, etc wanted to find out who owns the company, could it be done? What are...

asked Aug 24 '11 at 00:09
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Cocoa Dev
122 points

4 Votes
7 Answers
4.46K Views
Looking to hire good freelancers - looking for original ways for paying them?

I am building a small startup. We haven't raised any money yet, and we're in the stage where we need the help of some very talented free lancers (mostly graphic designers). The prices they are...

asked Aug 23 '11 at 14:46
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Vondip
584 points

1 Votes
1 Answers
2.59K Views
Few startups questions with Partner who has H1B status

Myself and two other partners are planning to start a C-Corporation. One of the partners is on H1B visa sponsored by his employer and he is getting a W2 from them. We have few questions: Can a...

asked Aug 23 '11 at 07:33
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Gagan
150 points

0 Votes
1 Answers
2.65K Views
Pay a lawyer to convert partnership to LLC or do it myself?

I recently started a partnership (4 months ago) and now I want to convert it over to an LLC. We are starting to generate profit and we would like the limited liability protection. I've been...

asked Aug 23 '11 at 04:18
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Edgar Miranda
230 points

0 Votes
1 Answers
2.4K Views
How do returns work in mobile app stores vs. regular stores?

I was wondering if anyone was familiar with mobile app return policies and how they affect cash flow. When Apple/Google sends a monthly check for an app, does that already discount returns and...

asked Aug 23 '11 at 04:07
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Chris
109 points

1 Votes
8 Answers
3.62K Views
Hosting for web app

Can you recommend a hosting company that is both affordable and very good in order for my startup to have a good always-online image? It's nothing complicated that requires a dedicated server or at...

asked Aug 23 '11 at 04:02
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Francisc
108 points

0 Votes
1 Answers
2.16K Views
Is someone stealing my domain name

We have a web site that has been in business for 12 years. When a regular client found a web site that is using our name with a direct behind it.OURs: opticalcloseouts.com thiers...

asked Aug 23 '11 at 01:34
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Jennifer Duffy
1 point

5 Votes
2 Answers
2.78K Views
What are startup board of advisors best practices?

A common suggestion to start ups is to get a board of advisors. Three or four people that will interact once a month to help with business strategy, development, market positioning, … I heard that...

asked Aug 23 '11 at 01:28
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Andrepi
26 points

1 Votes
4 Answers
3.83K Views
Supplier not sent goods, now ignoring emails

I have a new retail startup selling electronics. I have a problem with a supplier that has sent some goods, but not all. The situation is as follows: Sent initial purchase order on June 7, a total...

asked Aug 23 '11 at 01:15
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James
123 points

3 Votes
7 Answers
3.76K Views
How do you sign someone on a document over the internet?

I want to sign a freelancer on a legal document, what is the best way to do this? The document is something like ten pages with the last page containing the place to put the signature. Is it good...

asked Aug 23 '11 at 01:10
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Fiftyeight
125 points

3 Votes
2 Answers
2.36K Views
How To Find Contracting Work

I have a full-time job and do some contracting work on the side but am looking to quit and do full-time contracting work. Historically, my contracting work has come through my personal network, but...

asked Aug 22 '11 at 23:47
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Skaz
254 points

1 Votes
4 Answers
2.8K Views
Creating functional document for a website

I have an idea that I'd like to implement and on doing some research I realized that another website does exactly the same thing. I would like to clone the site and since I am pressed for time, I...

asked Aug 22 '11 at 13:23
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User2306
232 points

3 Votes
3 Answers
4.46K Views
CPM ad services with low monthly minimums?

I am trying to find a service similar to Google Adsense, SolveMedia, or Brightroll. But I need it to pay strictly on a CPM basis. However, I am having trouble finding a service like this that does...

asked Aug 22 '11 at 12:58
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Flipper
116 points

4 Votes
3 Answers
2.51K Views
If your startups is in B2C space, then how to get feedback from users before building product?

We are in B2C space creating a product for consumers. I'm wondering how can we engage average users to get feedback? What would be our starting point? Thanks, Gagan

asked Aug 22 '11 at 11:44
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Gagan
150 points

3 Votes
4 Answers
7.67K Views
Can I work with my co-worker on a new startup?

I currently work in California and have signed a non-compete, which prohibits me from soliciting any co-workers for work. However, my co-worker and I have known each other for a long time and have...

asked Aug 22 '11 at 09:36
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Protolific
16 points

2 Votes
3 Answers
3.29K Views
What are the differences between entrepreneurship and business?

In what ways is entrepreneurship different as compared to business? My intuition says that every entrepreneur is a businessman but the opposite is not necessarily true. Is there difference in the...

asked Aug 22 '11 at 04:54
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Atul Goyal
496 points

0 Votes
1 Answers
2.08K Views
Is there any mix from Agile Methodology with Customer Development Process?

Is there any mixed source or book about how to use Agile Development with Customer Development Process? Or with Lean or Toyota strategy? I'm really curious about it. Thanks

asked Aug 22 '11 at 04:36
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Yogi Zoli
101 points