Ron Flavin

Growth and funding strategies

Business Models

Three Common Startup Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

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There are certain common startup pitfalls that have resulted in the failure of countless startups and new businesses of all sizes. Launching a startup business venture is truly a challenging endeavor that involves having a brilliant idea … [Read more...] about Three Common Startup Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

Startup Metrics: A Primer for Founders and Entrepreneurs

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Startup metrics are one of the most critical, and often misunderstood, aspects of building a strong startup.  Antoine de Saint-Exupéry once said, “a goal without a plan is just a wish.” To get their startups to where they want them to be, … [Read more...] about Startup Metrics: A Primer for Founders and Entrepreneurs

Startup Success: Why You Need SMART Objectives

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Startup success means getting your new business to where you want be in terms of factors such as product, market share, profitability, team and others. But as a founder, how will you know that you’ve arrived if you haven’t defined the … [Read more...] about Startup Success: Why You Need SMART Objectives

Eight Tips for Entrepreneurial Success

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For many first-time startup founders, finding entrepreneurial success can be elusive. Today’s post explores eight tips for building a solid foundation of entrepreneurial success. First it was all an idea, an idea that inspired you to … [Read more...] about Eight Tips for Entrepreneurial Success

Non-Diluting Startup Funds: Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund

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This week, we’ll explore another potential source of non-diluting startup funds—the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund.  Founders everywhere seek non-diluting startup funds to launch their business ventures. But … [Read more...] about Non-Diluting Startup Funds: Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund