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Secure Funding

5 things you need before approaching a venture capitalist

Before you start elbowing your way into a meeting with these dream makers, you should ensure you’re well-prepared.

Ready to wrap up? Here's how to develop a startup exit plan

Whether your investors are ready to see their return, or you’re simply ready to move on to something new, the time has come to let go of your business. Here's how to plan for that big next step.

Can someone please explain this startup fundraising stuff to me?

If you’re confused about how to fundraise for your new venture, you’re certainly not alone. Here’s a handy guide to the startup fundraising options out there and when you can use them.

Why do some successfully crowdfunded projects still fail?

Crowdfunding continues to be a super-popular method for inventors, entrepreneurs and creative artists to get their projects out into the world, but success goes beyond a great idea.

Things are about to get Wilde in Sydney.

Expert growth hacker, Heather Wilde, is coming to Sydney to present Growth Hacking 101 on August 16.

Son of a pitch! 10 ways you can totally nail your next business pitch

No matter how successful you might be, or might become, developing pitching skills should always be a priority. With ten of the best ways you can overcome common pitfalls and blow away your audience, you’ll be solid gold.

Got a great startup idea? Enter the Battlefield.

TechCrunch’s epic Startup Battlefield is coming to Australia! This is a tough competition for the most innovative business talents around. Find out how you can get in on the action.

Lionel Richie: Leading LA’s startup investing surge

You know entrepreneurship is getting HUGE when the legend himself, Lionel Richie, gets on board! His investment in healthcare app Heal is just the beginning of his passion for startups.

Startups

Strategic plan template (and how Canva tweaks it for maximum results)

Download a free strategic plan template and find out how businesses like Canva adjust it for even better results.

Why do startups fail? (Hint: it’s bad management)

Why do startups fail? VC firms say bad management as the main reason even high-potential ventures don’t make it. We tell you how to mitigate disaster.

The ultimate onboarding process — here's what 7 teams have in common

Psst...want to see what the ideal employee onboarding process looks like? Get a glimpse from 7 companies who do it right.

4 tech triumphs on the way for business in 2018

With the way technology progresses and reinvents the world as we know it, at breakneck speed, it’s both exciting and intimidating to imagine what even the near future will hold for us.

4 reasons kindness is a crucial ingredient in the startup recipe

November 13 is World Kindness Day. In celebration, we’d love to show you just how much a focus on kindness in your business could have a positive impact on your success.

Startup life: Myths busted

When you hear the word “startup", what images are conjured in your mind? Let's break down a few myths and take a deeper look at the reality.

The ultimate employment battle: Startup BS vs. corporate BS

Whether you work in a corporate or startup scene, there’s going to be challenges (read: BS) and each has a risk/reward factor. We explore a few scenarios, so you can weigh up the pros and cons.

3 industries millennials have (allegedly) ruined

The media has accused millennials of killing off hundreds of industries, but let's take a deeper look at this wave of destruction and see how it’s really going down.

Why do some successfully crowdfunded projects still fail?

Crowdfunding continues to be a super-popular method for inventors, entrepreneurs and creative artists to get their projects out into the world, but success goes beyond a great idea.

Startup success can be predicted – and so can failure

What if there was a way to scientifically predict startup success?

15 quotes that really reflect startup life

We've dug around and found fifteen quotes that really resonate with us on this wildly wonderful journey we call entrepreneurship.

Silicon Sydney: Largest startup hub in the southern hemisphere to open late 2017

Sydney is set to play host to an unprecedented government-funded startup support initiative. Oh, the possibilities!

Lionel Richie: Leading LA’s startup investing surge

You know entrepreneurship is getting HUGE when the legend himself, Lionel Richie, gets on board! His investment in healthcare app Heal is just the beginning of his passion for startups.

The World Happiness Report: The places where entrepreneurship is the key to glee

Dreaming of starting your own company? The 2017 World Happiness Report says it can improve quality of life and contribute to a positive outlook.

3 big business ideas that sound terrible on paper (but actually work)

So your startup idea is a little bit quirky. Take heart. It's the true visionaries breaking conventional wisdom that usually change the world.

New study reveals why only 2% of businesses succeed

98% of entrepreneurs go bust. Scientific research now shows why businesses fail and how you can predict your venture success.

How to choose your co-founder

What makes a good co-founding team? How can you quantify the success of a business relationship? How do you transform a partnership that’s veering off course?

Become an Entrepreneur

10 skills you need to thrive in the gig economy

The gig economy is the future of work—but what is it exactly? Learn the definition, plus 10 skills you need to thrive as a gig worker.

How to be a successful entrepreneur — 9 lessons from the world's top entrepreneurs

Want to become a successful entrepreneur? Follow this 9-step framework from successful entrepreneurs.

61 entrepreneur resources you need to succeed

Dig into the mighty list of entrepreneur resources that’ll set you the on path to success.

The founder should be the best salesperson in the company. Here's why.

The founder is, without question, the most important salesperson in the entire business. Let’s explore why.

20 quotes on getting started from history's greatest minds

Any new creation - whether it’s a business, artwork, or novel - is going to take some guts to get up and running. Take some inspiration from the pros.

5 professions that produce great entrepreneurs

There are relevant entrepreneurial skills to take from every position, no matter how small. Here are just a handful of the many careers that may have (unknowingly) set you up for success.

Are you chasing entrepreneurship for the right reasons?

The prospect of personal triumph, increased flexibility and only having to answer to oneself are just a few reasons entrepreneurship is so desirable... but if you're chasing the dream for the wrong reasons, you have an uphill battle on your hands.

Why perfectionism is destroying your success (and health)

Perfect' is a mirage. And striving for it has the very real potential to stop your startup in its tracks.

Kidpreneurs': Raising the next generation of rock star entrepreneurs

The way we work is changing, and millennials are leading the charge on starting new businesses. But what about the next generation of entrepreneurs?

Want to be an entrepreneur? Start with this simple, free habit

There’s an easy technique used by entrepreneurs the world over to get better results for themselves and their team.

Are millennials the greatest generation of entrepreneurs ever?

Between sending the demand for smashed avocado skyrocketing and not affording houses, it seems Gen Y is a bit of a wayward generation… or are they?

3 ways being an entrepreneur can make you a better person

There are plenty of reasons people go into entrepreneurship – to bring a vision to life, create change in the world, the chance to be their own boss and, of course, to make some cash.

16 inspirational quotes every entrepreneur should live by

From Sheryl Sandberg to Tony Hsieh (and even our own CEO Michelle Duval) we've compiled the best inspirational quotes on entrepreneurship.

4 attitudes of the most successful CEOs (this will surprise you)

The most successful CEOs have these 4 traits in common. They don’t teach this at business school…

4 ways to tell if you should be an entrepreneur or a business builder

What separates an entrepreneur from a business builder? Here are four science-backed ways to know which role you're most likely to succeed in.

Why low motivation helps if you want to be a success

Having a low motivation for something sounds like a bad thing—but sometimes it’s actually necessary for success.

Want startup success? Tear up your business plan

Playing by the rules might help you make succeed in corporate life, but if you want to make it big in the land of startup, you need to turn everything you've been taught on its head.

What if venture success is simply about changing your attitudes?

Our 15-year study into some of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs has revealed some key differences that predict whether a founder is likely to flourish or fizzle.

Cofounder

What to do when you and your co-founder don't see eye-to-eye

65% of startups fail due to co-founder conflict. Make sure you’re not one of them.

Looking for a co-founder? Don’t choose a mate

Co-founding with a friend could be the biggest mistake of your entrepreneurial career. Here’s why.

How to choose your co-founder

What makes a good co-founding team? How can you quantify the success of a business relationship? How do you transform a partnership that’s veering off course?

Business Skills

6 big tips for overcoming ‘shiny object syndrome'

Shiny object syndrome is keeping you awake and unproductive. Here are 6 steps to overcome it, and finally give your undivided attention to what truly matters.

How to clear your mind in times of entrepreneurial stress

Stress can appear in many forms, hiding behind an unbearable headache or an irritable mood. So what do you do when you feel it taking over?

Why being ungrateful is costing you success

Let’s take a look at some of the pitfalls of an ungrateful mindset in life, business and work.

How not to hustle: A guide for savvy entrepreneurs

Do hustlers get ahead? Hell yeah, they do. But the way we’re so often told to go about it is killing us. Let's try a different approach.

The ultimate playlist to fire up your entrepreneurial spirit

The benefits of getting down to a sick beat are far-reaching, so let's implement some more auditory nourishment into your daily life.

Should you move back to employee life?

Many people have the dream of becoming an entrepreneur, but what happens when you’ve taken the plunge and it’s just not working out?

The 3 critical things to outsource when you're starting up

Think you've got to have your fingers in every pie when it comes to your business? Think again. Letting go of these aspects could be the best thing you ever did.

5 last-minute gift ideas for the entrepreneur in your life

If you’re celebrating the holidays and finding yourself in a bit of a pickle regarding a gift idea, perhaps one of these will be right up the alley of your entrepreneurial loved one (or yourself!)

Ready to wrap up? Here's how to develop a startup exit plan

Whether your investors are ready to see their return, or you’re simply ready to move on to something new, the time has come to let go of your business. Here's how to plan for that big next step.

How less consumption and more gratitude can make you a better entrepreneur

Let's focus on the true message of Thanksgiving: gratitude. What's more, practicing gratitude can really help you thrive in your business life.

Three booming industries (that might surprise you)

Lots of industries are booming right now… and they’re not all powered by the next wave of Silicon Valley superstars. See which surprising areas are experiencing a big ol' shake-up.

6 must-listen podcasts for entrepreneurs

If work and life get in the way of keeping abreast of everything in the entrepreneurial world, there’s some great podcasts you can tune into while on the move. Check out a few of our favorites.

How digital destruction will actually save your business

If you look at the Fortune 500 list from the year 2000 right now, you’d probably only recognize about half the listed companies. What the heck is happening here? Let's take a look at 'digital destruction'.

4 ways to combat entrepreneurial loneliness

Few people will tell you before you start, that the life of an entrepreneur can be an incredibly lonely one. Here's how you can work on your wellbeing as well as your business.

Is time tracking the ultimate productivity hack for busy entrepreneurs?

There's one thing that no investor can give you: time. Make the most of it.

What to do if your business idea already exists

You've got a great idea, but your research unveiled that someone got there first. Damn. Here are some options to mull over before tossing your idea in the trash.

So you've had your first business failure. What now?

We talk a lot about starting a business: how to do it, knowing your blind spots, how to pick a co-founder. But, what about learning how to deal with business failure?

Your crash course to starting your own business.

To really make sure you nail your business dreams, we’ve rounded up a few startup pearls for you. Take our crash course to check if you’re ready to go.

Why patience will kill your startup

When it comes to entrepreneurship, find out why patience is most definitely NOT a virtue.

3 ways to stop organizing your startup to death

You might think that a successful founder needs to be well-organized with a structured approach. After all, failing to plan is planning to fail, right? Not quite...

Want startup success? Tear up your business plan

Playing by the rules might help you make succeed in corporate life, but if you want to make it big in the land of startup, you need to turn everything you've been taught on its head.

One thing no one tells entrepreneurs on their first day of business

When you’re learning to drive, your driving instructor will teach you about your blind spot—what one is and how to check for it. Blind spots also exist in the world of business, and most entrepreneurs don’t know they’re there.

Founder Feature

5 weird startups (that are kicking ass)

In celebration of uniqueness, determination and truly left-field thinking, we’re putting the microscope on five weird startups that are smashing the glass ceiling of what business ‘should’ be.

International Women's Day: Celebrating the female change-makers

Let's give thanks to the women who are driving change and shaking up the world in exciting ways.

8 turning points that created successful businesses

We celebrate the moments where eight successful entrepreneurs called upon their skills and powerful mindset to shape their journeys (and reveal how you can do it, too).

Can AI help us dress for success? (Shop) You betcha!

Emma and Kelly have just launched a game-changing app in the world of fashion and online shopping.

4 tech startups that are changing the world (in all the right ways)

With modern resources making it cheaper than ever to get The Next Big Thing off the ground, how many companies are utilizing this to change the world in beautiful, positive ways?

8 incredible entrepreneurs you must start watching right now

The most inspiring entrepreneurs have an amazing online presence. Soak up their tips, talks and resources from the comfort of your favorite device.

“You called it what?” The product names that nearly destroyed businesses

Startup founders often seek to emulate those big brands that preside over the retail landscape with big-hitting household names, but do those big guys always get it right?

The misfires of gun entrepreneurs (and what you can learn from them)

When it comes to running your own show, it's pretty much a given that you’re going to drop the ball at some point. But what about big-shot entrepreneurs? Do they ever put a foot wrong?

Five fictional entrepreneurs we could all learn from

We all know a few famous entrepreneurs, but what about those other instantly recognizable, influential people that grace our screens?

The double-edged sword that is Travis Kalanick: Unraveling the culture that rocked Uber

Could the 'genius' behaviours that propelled Uber's founder, Travis Kalanick, to success be the very same ones that lead to his downfall?

How Emma and Kelly of Shop You are talking their way to success

Forget content - many co-founders would argue communication is king. Find out how talking shop (literally) became a hot topic for Emma and Kelly, co-founders of Shop You.

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