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How a "want"repreneur network with entrepreneurs?

The fundamental problem that most "want"repreneurs like me face is switching from the non-creative, boring, non-entrepreneurial world of 9-5 job to the world of enthusiasm and creativity, filled...

asked May 10 '12 at 06:34
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Saurabh Patil
16 points

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2 Answers
2.58K Views
Selling Software: How Short Can My Sales Form Be? People Are Lazy!

Ok, I want to sell software online. To boost conversion rates I want a really short and sweet sales form, because people hate long forms. So, what are the minimum things I should ask for. I guess...

asked Jul 23 '12 at 18:54
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Mashup
15 points

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2 Answers
2.28K Views
Startup Questions

I am working for simple desktop based application (windows). I would like to launch this application for free first and based on the customer response and for new features, I have plan to charge...

asked Feb 25 '13 at 00:21
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Thileep
6 points

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4 Answers
3.33K Views
Should I start a contest to drive traffic to my site?

At what point should I consider a contest as a strategy to get people to visit my business or website? What are the ways to track the ROI for this type of marketing?

asked Oct 10 '09 at 10:08
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Blizzard Digital
83 points

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6 Answers
3.36K Views
What type of tech blog should I write

I have been programming for 14 years, in several languages, and I think if I am going to be serious about doing consulting work until I get my application done, then I should start a tech blog, to...

asked Oct 31 '09 at 11:56
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James Black
2,642 points

1 Votes
7 Answers
3.36K Views
"What does your website do?" My answer is

Suppose you are an angel investor and I want you to invest my website, you may ask, "Tell me, what does your website do?" I answer, "My website is a platform. You can seek for people to do...

asked Jan 13 '10 at 13:06
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Steven
1 point

1 Votes
7 Answers
9.64K Views
How to tell a customer the price of my service

Many customers call me or email me to ask me about my rate. They often ask, "What is the best rate?" After I tell them my rate, they don't contact me any more. They virtually disappear. How should...

asked Aug 11 '10 at 00:12
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Steven
1 point

1 Votes
2 Answers
2.72K Views
CEO equity when new investor comes along

I'm the co-founder and Managing Director of a start up backed by angel money. There are three partners. I run the day to day business and moved it from launch to major player in the market in a...

asked Jun 30 '11 at 01:46
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Michael Canfield
6 points

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2 Answers
2.63K Views
How to know that a startup is profitable?

How to say that a startup software company is getting profit? for example some said that if you have in bank account salaries and expenses for 3 months and running projects, this means you are...

asked Jul 20 '11 at 04:38
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Amr El Garhy
118 points

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2 Answers
1.88K Views
Can I claim a federal trade mark by selling to other states over the internet?

I have registered a state trade mark for products I am selling in Hawaii. I am also starting to sell them over the internet on the mainland (mail order) so I am wondering if this gives me national...

asked Sep 7 '11 at 05:20
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Aline
6 points

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3 Answers
2.34K Views
Pros and Cons of "Act Now" offers

Do any of you have experience with what I like to call "Act Now" pricing, or pricing which implies that the current price is a discount from the "real" price? I'm releasing a SaaS tool that has a...

asked Dec 24 '11 at 04:09
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Umassthrower
458 points

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2 Answers
2.84K Views
A programmer friend is building my software, how to reimburse?

A programmer friend is building a very simple subscription as a service tool for me. He's calling it an "easy" job (2-3 months build time), and has agreed to work for a % of cash flow (profit)...

asked Jul 19 '13 at 16:57
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User27061
6 points

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1 Answers
5.67K Views
How does One Kings Lane source their products and negotiate discounts?

I'm looking to start a business similar to One Kings Lane and not sure where to start in terms of sourcing products from manufacturers. Is there a site where I can see a curated list of merchants...

asked Feb 24 '14 at 04:59
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Kenneth Smith
35 points

1 Votes
1 Answers
3.85K Views
Physical hacks (diet, nootropics) you use to be more focused mentally?

I'm into bio-hacking and would love to know what other entrepreneurs are doing to keep their body and mind in prime condition.Which diet do you follow? Do you take any supplements / nootropics?

asked Mar 18 '14 at 19:26
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Larry Waller
55 points

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1 Answers
1.68K Views
Do you think people buy your story or your product?

I'm in the process of launching a product. Generally speaking, it's a product that can easily be replicated, prices can be undercut and many people have tried and done it before. A saturated market...

asked Jul 8 '14 at 11:21
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Ruch
11 points

1 Votes
1 Answers
2.56K Views
Can meditation cure schizophrenia?

Been meditating almost daily for half an hour at a time. I've also been reading up on mental health issues and was curious if meditation could be an alternative remedy for people with schizophrenia...

asked Jun 2 '18 at 03:33
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Chrissie Gray
1,107 points

1 Votes
4 Answers
3.28K Views
Is there a project starting/launching platform/community online?

I have a lot of project ideas (like many of you) but I have some issues. There seems to be no easy way to find existing project online or to ask people what they think of an idea. I'm looking for a...

asked Dec 12 '10 at 05:23
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Mig
6 points

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4 Answers
3.86K Views
Does the name matter?

I have already registered a company name but still in the business plan phase. Now after reading some books and answers to a lot of questions on this forum, I realise that maybe I do need a partner...

asked May 30 '11 at 14:11
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I Scotts
152 points

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2 Answers
2.94K Views
Patent on Social Network

I have an idea for a social network site. I know Facebook has many patents and I'm afraid of violating one of some of them. I'm not located in the US, main questions: Do you think I should talk...

asked Jun 5 '11 at 04:44
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Daniel
24 points

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1 Answers
2.62K Views
Best practices for finding customers via email

We want to create a start-up, it offers computational services to biotechs for drug discovery. We want to find customers out of our country. Besides options such as traveling, or attending forums,...

asked Dec 18 '12 at 17:40
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Flow
114 points