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The Pros and Cons of Joining a Life Science Startup
01/22/2024 | 4 MIN READ

The Pros and Cons of Joining a Life Science Startup

In the dynamic realm of biotech careers, biotech startups are at the forefront of pioneeri...

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Tax Incentives for Biotech and Medtech Startups
11/20/2020 | 6 MIN READ

Tax Incentives for Biotech and Medtech Startups

Federal & state tax incentives that biotech & medtech startups can take advantage ...

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Business Services Every Life Sciences Startup Needs
10/26/2020 | 7 MIN READ

Business Services Every Life Sciences Startup Needs

This post lists vetted service providers at different price points. Biotechnology and medt...

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Unconventional Funding Sources for Biotech and Medtech Startups
10/12/2020 | 7 MIN READ

Unconventional Funding Sources for Biotech and Medtech Startups

These alternative funding sources can even be a better fit for some startups. Most biotech...

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How to Qualify for a Startup Business Line of Credit
02/17/2020 | 7 MIN READ

How to Qualify for a Startup Business Line of Credit

An in-depth guide on what it takes to qualify for a startup business line of credit. Start...

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SBA 504 Loan Program for Startups & Small Businesses
02/10/2020 | 7 MIN READ

SBA 504 Loan Program for Startups & Small Businesses

Learn how the SBA 504 loan can be used for startups and small businesses. According to the...

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All-in-One Tax Preparation Checklist for your Startup or Small Business
01/27/2020 | 7 MIN READ

All-in-One Tax Preparation Checklist for your Startup or Small Business

Our goal is to provide information to help you get started with filing your taxes. As a bu...

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Convertible Debt Financing for Your Startup
01/21/2020 | 6 MIN READ

Convertible Debt Financing for Your Startup

Convertible debt financing is available through both VC firms and angel investors. Funding...

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How Coworking Spaces are Helping the Startup Culture Thrive
01/13/2020 | 6 MIN READ

How Coworking Spaces are Helping the Startup Culture Thrive

Coworking allows for extensive cost savings and better opportunities for networking. A cow...

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10 Successful Biotech Startups and How They Found Success
01/06/2020 | 6 MIN READ

10 Successful Biotech Startups and How They Found Success

With the rapid development of technology, more biotech start-ups appear every year. Becaus...

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Microloans for Startups Explained
12/30/2019 | 6 MIN READ

Microloans for Startups Explained

Need help funding your startup or small business? Consider obtaining a microloan for a sma...

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7 Angel Websites to Find Investors for Your Startup
11/18/2019 | 5 MIN READ

7 Angel Websites to Find Investors for Your Startup

Angel investors are highly beneficial for biotech startups who need access to early-stage ...

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Understanding Pre-Seed and Seed Funding For Startups
11/04/2019 | 7 MIN READ

Understanding Pre-Seed and Seed Funding For Startups

Pre-seed and seed funding are the earliest stages of funding which helps a startup grow. W...

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Social Trends and How They Affect Your Startup Business
10/28/2019 | 7 MIN READ

Social Trends and How They Affect Your Startup Business

A closer look at eight of the top social trends that you should be aware of. Starting a bu...

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7 Different Business Model Ideas for Your Startup
10/21/2019 | 7 MIN READ

7 Different Business Model Ideas for Your Startup

Different business models are used for different types of startups. As a startup business ...

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What's the Difference Between an Inventor, Entrepreneur and Innovator?
10/07/2019 | 9 MIN READ

What's the Difference Between an Inventor, Entrepreneur and Innovator?

Learn the key differences between inventor, entrepreneur, and innovator. How we define our...

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The Top 10 Reasons Startups Fail to Find Success
09/23/2019 | 7 MIN READ

The Top 10 Reasons Startups Fail to Find Success

An extensive look at why startups fail to find success to help you avoid these issues. Run...

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Are You a Startup or Small Business?
09/09/2019 | 6 MIN READ

Are You a Startup or Small Business?

By learning the difference between startup and small business, mistakes can be avoided. Wh...

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Why Mission Statements and Company Values are Essential for any Startup
08/26/2019 | 6 MIN READ

Why Mission Statements and Company Values are Essential for any Startup

A mission statement is a brief description of the fundamental purpose of your company. Whe...

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A Guide To Risk Management For Startups
08/21/2019 | 3 MIN READ

A Guide To Risk Management For Startups

Learn to manage risks that your startup encounters. In today’s tech-savvy world, businesse...

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A Startup's Guide to Copyrighting, Trademarking, and Patenting
08/19/2019 | 7 MIN READ

A Startup's Guide to Copyrighting, Trademarking, and Patenting

A copyright is used to protect creative works made by your company. When you're starting a...

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11 Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs & Brilliant Innovators
07/22/2019 | 8 MIN READ

11 Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs & Brilliant Innovators

The 11 characteristics that are held by brilliant innovators and successful entrepreneurs....

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How Series A, B, & C Funding Works for Your Startup
05/06/2019 | 7 MIN READ

How Series A, B, & C Funding Works for Your Startup

Learn about the different stages of funding and which one will help your startup. Funding ...

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11 Reasons Why Networking is Essential for Any Startup
04/29/2019 | 7 MIN READ

11 Reasons Why Networking is Essential for Any Startup

Building your network is a key component to the ongoing success of your startup. Starting ...

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What are Angel Investors and Does Your Startup Need One?
04/22/2019 | 7 MIN READ

What are Angel Investors and Does Your Startup Need One?

Angel investors are affluent individuals who have the means to provide capital. These inve...

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Incubator vs Accelerator: What's the difference?
04/08/2019 | 7 MIN READ

Incubator vs Accelerator: What's the difference?

Learn about the difference between incubator and accelerator and which one fits you. Incub...

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8 Equipment & Amenities Every Wet Lab Incubator Needs
03/18/2019 | 5 MIN READ

8 Equipment & Amenities Every Wet Lab Incubator Needs

Regardless of the industry, the startup phase of a business can be daunting, complicated, ...

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9 Reasons Why Startups Need Incubators
02/25/2019 | 7 MIN READ

9 Reasons Why Startups Need Incubators

Many highly successful and well known companies began as startups that used incubators. In...

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The Top 15 Coworking & Shared Office Spaces in Orange County
02/11/2019 | 7 MIN READ

The Top 15 Coworking & Shared Office Spaces in Orange County

Top 15 coworking and shared office spaces that you can find in and around Orange County. O...

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