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Key Strategies for Aspiring Entrepreneurs Considering Franchise Ownership

Strategy Driven

Risks and Rewards of Franchise Ownership The intrigue of franchising lies in its blend of entrepreneurial risks and the security of a proven business model. Cultivating a mindset of proactive self-care and sustainable business practices can make a considerable difference in the longevity and enjoyment of running a franchise.

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The Ultimate Guide to Starting Your Own Small Business

Strategy Driven

If you think your business will be able to bridge a gap that your competitors can’t, then you’ve got a solid business idea. If you’re hesitant to start a business, you can consider opening a franchise. The business model, brand following and concept are already taken care of; all you need is funding and a good location.

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Why Tech Entrepreneurs in Developing Countries Struggle to Raise Funds

Harvard Business Review

Most investors liked the business model and the fact that I was educated in Nigeria and knew the market. But there was one problem: my business plan had no exit strategy. They all asked exit strategy questions and my answer, naively, was that we would grow revenue and share profits!

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A simple cure for the Buzzword Bingo | Rajesh Setty

Rajesh Setty

In terms of exit strategy , our goal is an IPO but at the right price and the right partner, we won’t exclude the acquisition option. As far as the stage of the company, we are currently bootstrapped and we are thinking of either a seed round via convertible notes. There is actually a simple cure for this Buzzword Bingo.

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Give Impact Investing Time and Space to Develop

Harvard Business Review

This is a nascent sector where entrepreneurs and investors are still figuring out business models, developing new financial products, and proving exit strategies and exit multiples, and only a handful of players are using agreed-upon metrics for assessing social impact.