You’re a startup entrepreneur. By nature, that makes you an idea generator. It also probably means you’re operating on a shoestring budget. So you have to wear multiple hats – innovator, marketer, developer, designer – and figure out how to get your offerings to market in an expedient and cost-efficient way. Not an easy task…but you’veContinue reading “Time To Bust Outta That Box!!!”
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Wanna Be A Crowdfunding Success Story?
Aspiring entrepreneurs can learn so much from crowdfunding success stories. Taking advantage of websites like Kickstarter puts your brilliance on virtual display for a whole host of future customers. But if you want to command major bucks for your company, carefully consider the forthcoming pieces of advice. Incorporating them into your pitch will make yourContinue reading “Wanna Be A Crowdfunding Success Story?”
The Swifty Entrepreneur
I’m currently obsessed with Taylor Swift’s newest hit, Style. I admit I wasn’t always a fan but over the past months, I’ve changed my tune, no pun intended. Her music is peppy and catchy but what really impresses me is the way she’s been able to transform her brand into a vocal empire. Three specificContinue reading “The Swifty Entrepreneur”
Do You Fail Well?
Happy Friday everyone! Here’s a question to all you self-proclaimed entrepreneurs out there – How long does it take you to get back on the proverbial horse once you’ve been bucked?? Check out this great little clip from Barbara Corcoran on the secret to handling rejection. It’s not about how many times you fall, it’sContinue reading “Do You Fail Well?”
Giveaway Time! $50 Amazon Gift Card & Swag!!!
It’s giveaway time!!!! How would you like a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card and your choice of one of my fab SWAG items???? Soooo easy to enter…just like my Facebook fan page, follow the Twitter accounts listed, and/or tweet a message about Unlikely Venture! It’s already pre-populated so you don’t even have toContinue reading “Giveaway Time! $50 Amazon Gift Card & Swag!!!”
Go Big Or Go Home?
Boiling the ocean. So cliché. We hear those words all the time in corporate America. It basically means you are trying to do way too much within a given endeavor/timeframe. Usually, those projects end up failing because you didn’t focus your efforts on the goal at hand and you let things get way out ofContinue reading “Go Big Or Go Home?”
Who Doesn’t Love SWAG???
I’m a big “Shark Tank” fan. Love the way they refer to themselves as a venture capital firm on steroids. Well, maybe only Mr. Wonderful made that reference…in one episode. But it stuck with me…because it’s kind of true. =) I love ALL the sharks. I think they each bring their own unique elements toContinue reading “Who Doesn’t Love SWAG???”
Of Course I Want You To Stroke Me…Er, My Ego
If you’re an entrepreneur, you need to have a thick skin. You’ll come into contact with plenty of naysayers who will try to blast your ideas to smithereens. Don’t let them break your stride. LOL. I’m totally dating myself by making that reference… One night, Hubby and I had dinner with a dear friend ofContinue reading “Of Course I Want You To Stroke Me…Er, My Ego”
What Does Success Look Like???
The unknown is daunting. Even extensive planning can’t always prepare you for challenges you may face in your entrepreneurial endeavors. Sometimes you just need to trust in yourself and be confident in your abilities. Obstacles may seem insurmountable at first glance but if you are dedicated to your efforts, you WILL work through them. MyContinue reading “What Does Success Look Like???”
Still Plenty Of Time To Shop Startups!!!
This is such a fun post because it combines several components I’m very passionate about….FASHION, TECHNOLOGY, SHOPPING and ENTREPRENEURSHIP! Women 2.0 put a list together of 21 gift ideas born of female-owned startups. This is right up the Idea Mama’s alley!!!!! 21 Gift Ideas That Technology Made Possible There were several that really popped out…reallyContinue reading “Still Plenty Of Time To Shop Startups!!!”