Angels must have a great PR firm. Polls continually find that about 80 percent of all Americans believe in angels. Of course, that’s the diaphanous, winged variety. How about the money-investing angel? Should small business owners believe in them? First, let’s set out what I mean by “angel.” Historically, an angel investor has been a […]
“I am a software developer. Most of my work is done for established companies on a contract basis, but lately I’ve taken some assignments from startup companies. These companies usually pay me in cash (sooner or later), but one client has offered me a one percent interest in the company as a ‘thank you’ for […]
The fourth quarter of 2013 is here, and for a small business or startup, it can be a make-it-or-break-it time of year. Entrepreneurs are busy fine-tuning products and pitches in preparation for 2014, while scrambling to scrape together the funding necessary to get their ideas off the ground. It’s the “American Dream,” a set of […]
Show me the money! Many small business startups struggle to find the cash they need to start their small business venture. If you’re searching for start-up capital, pay attention. The National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE) and the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council) have partnered with Fundable — a crowdfunding platform — to […]