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The Start Company Q1 2010 Report

briantsc — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 23:59:55 PDT

Just wanted to say thanks to all of our customers. We have had a busy quarter with the relaunch and refocusing of our services as well as helping all of you with yours. This quarter we have: created business plans reviewed and edited business plans developed financial models built custom websites redesigned websites assisted businesses [...]

The Best Way to Fund your Startup

briantsc — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:21:53 PST

The one question that we get all the time is, “How can I raise money to start my business?” We have posted before on the reality that more than 90% of all new businesses are self-funded without outside investment. We have also examined alternative methods of raising capital including crowd sourced funding, and other ways to raise [...]

5 things your business website needs

TSC — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:05:12 PST

A website is an important business marketing tool - but is yours hitting the mark? Here are 5 basic rules for having and maintaining a good business website.

The ONE thing that businesses need

briantsc — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 05:23:01 PST

What do all businesses need? Its not tax incentives. Its not more employees. Every business needs more sales. Its plain and simple. Read more, and find out how The Start Company helps businesses generate sales.

Get noticed on the Internet

briantsc — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 10:55:09 PST

Google Ad words is an excellent tool for getting noticed on the internet but the problem for many small businesses an effective ad campaign can easily cost several thousands of dollars per month. Cheap and free alternatives exist - read more inside.