Archive for April 25th, 2005
Seeing Both Sides: VCs look to make 5-10x their money in any investment in 4-6 years. If they can’t see a reasonable path to this, they won’t find the investment appealing. VCs also typically like to invest a minimum of $5-10M per company (some less, some more, but let’s focus on the bulk of the [...]
It’s About You, Not Others’ Opinions
USA Today: During the past few weeks I have received e-mails from several readers asking how to maintain the entrepreneurial spirit when so many people around them are throwing negative comments their way. One reader, recovering from his unsuccessful second try at a business, heard plenty of “I told you sos.” Another asked for suggestions [...]
Almost All US Businesses Employ Less Than 5
The MicroEnterprise Journal: “According to an analysis of Census Department data performed last year by the Center for Women’s Business Research, ninety percent of all U.S. businesses employ fewer than five workers, making them microbusinesses. In addition, 63% of all U.S. businesses earn less than $50,000 in annual revenues. New York State, along with California [...]
Springboard Announces Midwest Venture Forum
Entrepreneur Daily: Springboard Enterprises, a nonprofit organization that helps women-led businesses obtain financing, is calling for women entrepreneurs who are seeking funding to apply for Springboard 2005: Midwest Venture Forum. Co-hosted by Northwestern University’s Center for Women Entrepreneurs in Technology, the six-month coaching program helps women access networks that will assist them in raising capital. [...]
Entrepreneur: “You may think it’s nearly impossible to start a business without a lot of money, but think again–some of the biggest success stories have had extremely humble beginnings. Don’t believe us? You will after you read the startup stories of the following four businesses. These entrepreneurs built successful ventures with less than $1,000 and [...]
This week’s Carnival of the Capitalists is up at Peaktalk.
