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Project Grow

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 4 Episode 3: 'There's No Crying in Baseball'

In this episode of our weekly pitch show, the investors hear four strong pitches ... and one that ends in cursing.

Funding

5 Ways to Start a Business with Cheap or Free Money

Crowdfunding, universities and government programs can be attractive options for people who want to start a business without giving up too much equity.

Glendowlyn Thames | 8 min read

Startups

A Billionaire's Tips to Becoming a Startup Hero

Plus, here's how to evaluate companies ahead of investment.

David Meltzer | 1 min read

Starting Up

3 Reasons Most Businesses Don't Reach 6 Figures

Are you falling into one of these common traps?

Emily Richett | 3 min read

Pricing

How to Determine How Much to Charge for Your Software

Setting the right price point can make or break your business.

James Parsons | 5 min read

The Digest

'One Email From Whole Foods Launched My Entire Business,' Says the Co-Founder of a Gluten Free Frozen Food Brand

Former restaurateur Vanessa Phillips pursued her dream of reaching people in their homes with the founding of Feel Good Foods.

Stephen J. Bronner | 7 min read

Finding Customers

How to Acquire the First 20 Customers for Your Startup

Don't worry about what your future holds or whether you'll be able to sustain your early success. Get your first customers on board, treat them well and use that success to fund your next steps.

Zach Ferres | 7 min read

Raising Capital

How to Raise Money Even When You Don't Have 'Traction'

Early-stage entrepreneurs need marketplace traction to raise capital. And capital to generate traction. Here's how to get out of this frustrating cycle.

Alex Gold | 7 min read