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How to Raise Money as a Business

Strategy Driven

Whether you need to raise money to fund a new startup or to expand an existing business, financing can be a complex process. With so many options available, it can be difficult to know where to begin or which financing option is best for your business. How can I make my business more attractive to potential investors?

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How to source funds to expand your business

Strategy Driven

Bank loans provide medium to long-term finance for your business. The goal is to gain equity, help the company grow and then sell it or when it goes very well, do an IPO. Here are some options that you may consider when sourcing funds to expand your business. Bank loans. Crowdfunding.

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Zuckerberg May Need to Fail

Harvard Business Review

The forthcoming Facebook IPO gives us lots to talk about. The first order explanation is that the founding CEO didn't have the wealth to keep the revenue stream and so had to sell the claim to finance the company's expansion: they gave up a large share of the claim on revenue but kept control. So why IPO?

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The Hidden Costs of Initial Coin Offerings

Harvard Business Review

In recent years, much has been written about how the Blockchain is poised to transform traditional industries such as banking, real estate, and healthcare. More recently, it has gained attention as a way to finance new ventures, through what is known as an Initial Coin Offering (ICO). 3 Defenses of Large ICOs. 3 Defenses of Large ICOs.

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How to Know If a Spin-Off Will Succeed

Harvard Business Review

The outsiders provide new blood in support functions such as finance, legal, or administration. The insiders bring a detailed understanding of the company’s assets, capabilities, customers, competitors, and stakeholders. The challenge for each successive owner is to keep the company’s management team motivated to follow the tempo.

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View from the 40th Floor: Change at the Top and Bottom

Decker Communication

And to succeed in today’s ever-changing, tech-enabled, global business climate, all leaders need to know how to influence. It means being an excellent communicator in every facet of business life, from short rides on the elevator to IPO roadshows, from team meetings to industry events, and everything in between.

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The Right Way to Present Your Business Case

Harvard Business Review

Here’s how to create a persuasive pitch. If the finance person frets about keeping expenses under control, discuss expense numbers,” says Sheen. “If If you have someone who is interested in growth in Asia, show how your project helps the company grow in the region.” Craft an emotional story. Address your audience’s concerns.

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