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In Search of a Cool Summer: Da Lat, Vietnam
in Hidden Travel Gems, on June 24, 2009
Da Lat is the honeymoon capital of Vietnam. It is a romantic French Provincial town snuggled into the cool hills of Southeast Asia.
Detailed day-by-day weather records are not available for Da Lat, but the temperature in the city is consistent throughout the summer months: lows drop into the upp...
Heavenly Treasures Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on June 23, 2009
...ings with colored enamel and Diamonds.
• Measures 2 5/8" x 7/8" at widest
• Weighs approx 10.1 grams
• .14 ct of Diamonds
$795
Heavenly Treasures has been in business since 1991 selling fin...
Sony Introduces DSLR Cameras for the Rest of Us
in The Gadgets Weblog, on May 18, 2009
...d simplistic like point and shoot cameras.
First, the new cameras are very light weight. The a230 weighs in at only 16 oz, which is very acceptable cor a complex and feature-rich camera. The user in...
iUnika GYY Netbook is Cheap to Buy and Cheaper to Run
in The Gadgets Weblog, on May 15, 2009
...being released in the UK in June, and it will run approximately $200 (160 Euros). The computer only weighs a couple of pounds, and it doesn't eat much, so it might make a good pet if it ever makes...
Bad retail figures expose recovery myth
in Sox First, on May 14, 2009
... there is a risk that the increase in commodity prices might choke off a sustainable recovery if it weighs on industrial production and consumption." In other words, there is still a long way to...
Verizon Wireless Introduces MiFi Mobile Hotspot
in The Wireless Weblog, on May 11, 2009
...nal Wi-Fi network on the go.
"The travel-friendly MiFi measures 3.5 by 2.3 by 0.4 inches and weighs just 2.05 ounces," writes eWeek's Michelle Maisto . "Combined inside are integ...
The Balance of Life
in BootStrapMe, on May 10, 2009
Like many high pressure careers, bootstrappers face a problem that can sometimes be difficult. It is a problem for which no pat answers or prefabricated solutions are available. The problem: maintaining a balance between your entrepreneurial endevears and the rest of life.
You do have a life , do...
Jewelry Sale at AlleFineJewelry.com
in The Jewelry Weblog, on May 3, 2009
...nk bracelet measures approximately 7 inches in length, 1/4 inch in width (at the widest point) and weighs 7 grams. This bracelet features a 14K yellow gold lobster claw clasp.
$449
14K Gold Ova...
How Sound is Your Business Plan?
in BootStrapMe, on April 27, 2009
I recently reported at BizPlanHacks on some research that shows that business plans don't get start-ups funded by VC's. But what do we care?
A business plan takes on a whole new meaning in the context of a bootstrapped business. PE Hub 's Joanna Glasner rightly points out that the...
EagleTec USB Nano Flash Drive Saves More Than Data
in The Gadgets Weblog, on April 23, 2009
...aller than a quarter, and when plugged in only sticks out a few millimeters. The entire device only weighs 3 grams, but it can hold either 4GB or 8GB. I see this drive as the perfect companion to Wind...
Resources for Women Entrepreneurs
in BootStrapMe, on April 19, 2009
Adam over at Blogtrepreneur points out the prominent role women play in the bootstrap community and the larger world of entrepreneurs today. He uses suffrage as a point of reference; 90 years ago women couldn't even vote. "You've come a long way, baby." (Hope that doesn't...
Before You Start a Business, Do an Internship
in BootStrapMe, on April 4, 2009
Before you start a business, you can gain a lot of insight into you new industry or market by doing an internship in a business in the same sector of your economy. That was the advice of Karen E. Klein at BusinessWeek last month. She called it an "inexpensive way to avoid mistakes when you la...
The Value-Price Relationship
in BootStrapMe, on March 31, 2009
Entrepreneur had a good piece by Barry Farber earlier this month on how the relationship between value and price can make or break your business. I remember seeing this statement above a local printer's office:
Price, Service, Quality
(Please pick two)
If you choose to lower your pr...
Logitec Pocket Router Meets A Big Need
in The Gadgets Weblog, on March 30, 2009
...ffereing from Japanese company Logitec is so small that it easily fits in the palm of your hand and weighs less that 55 grams. The device actually has smaller dimensions than my iPhone, and it offers ...
Jewelry Sale at GenerousGems.com
in The Jewelry Weblog, on March 29, 2009
... or Yellow Gold. The Swiss Topaz is 9x7mm Oval and the ten Pearls are 3mm Cultured Pearls. The ring weighs approximately 7.25 grams.
$449
14k White and Yellow Gold Filigree Pendant
The center ...
The Personality of an Entrepreneur
in BootStrapMe, on March 25, 2009
Young Entrepreneur had a piece recently on entrepreneurial personality. It was an interesting look at the importance of matching personality to your job function.
The article interviews consultant Bill Wagner of Accord Management Systems. Word to the wise, we can't change our personality bu...
My Twitter Weighs a Ton
in Wangtam, on March 24, 2009
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VC's Overrated...
in BootStrapMe, on March 19, 2009
Brad Feld had an interesting piece recently that I thought my BootStrapper friends would smile about. It was on the relationship between entrepreneurs and venture capitalists. When I think about who I spend most of my time with, it's entrepreneurs. When I think about who really drives innovati...
Samus cosplay looks REAL
in House of Nintendo, on March 13, 2009
Cosplay isn't easy. For one, the costumes are tough to make. Then there's the risk of making a complete fool of one's self-especially when the costume doesn't cover the face. Fortunately, video game character Samus Aran of Metroid fame is covered from head to toe with a cybernet...
Confessions of a Startup Addict
in BootStrapMe, on March 11, 2009
Ivan Widjaya over at Noobpreneur had a cute piece Monday. He confesses that he's addicted to starting new businesses.
Ivan looks at the symptoms of his addiction (with an eye toward helping to decide if you share his problem). Then he looks at himself as a case study. I started dozens of busi...
Thanko MP3 2 Makes My Heart Beat Faster
in The Gadgets Weblog, on March 10, 2009
... 2 from Thanko is a light and simple MP3 player that is designed for active types. The whole device weighs in at only 42g; that includes the player and the headset. It supports MP3, WMA, and WAV files...
Jewelry Sale at ShopNBC.com
in The Jewelry Weblog, on March 8, 2009
... drama. Secured by a spring ring clasp, this necklace measures 18"L x 13/16"W and weighs a minimum of 27.9 grams.
$979
Sterling Silver / 18K Gold Floral Vine Dangle Earrings
Perfect ...
Introducing the Mio K70 GPS phone
in The Smart PDA, on March 3, 2009
...eBIT 2009. It will be launched with some nice features, which are listed below:
Dimension: 11.9 mm
Weighs: 115 gram
Network: Quad-band GSM, Tri-band HSDPA/HSUPA
OS: Windows Mobile 6.1 Pro
Processor: ...
Baby Bjorn Travel Cot Light
in The Parenting Weblog, on March 2, 2009
...abies ever. It's the size of a regular suitcase, you can even sling it over your shoulder as it weighs only 5kg, and yet transforms into a sturdy 1-meter bed... in less than 10 seconds! Coolness! ...
The Bootstrapper's Fable: Is a VC Hunting You?
in BootStrapMe, on February 28, 2009
Scott Dig , a bootstrapper himself, had an instructive little fable for the bootstrappers of the world earlier this month. I won't retell it in its entirety, but the moral is that we often lose sight of our most valuable assets.
Scott's message is simple: as a Bootstrapper, your most valua...
Casio PRX-2000T Does Everything But Help You Earn $1000
in The Gadgets Weblog, on February 24, 2009
...used to calibrate such phenominal weather devices. In addition to the cosmic power, this watch also weighs in at a slight 105 grams, and it is only 11.3 millimeters thick. That is a lot of power in a ...
Due Diligence Comes in Flavors
in BootStrapMe, on February 16, 2009
Sometimes it's easy to forget that there's more than one type of due diligence. At the start-up stage, remembering to do both legal due diligence and business due diligence is critical.
Scott Dig posted a good description of the two type of due diligence earlier this month. He's ...
Seth Godin on Succeeding in a Down Market
in BootStrapMe, on February 9, 2009
Mashable's Andrew Warner recently interviewed marketing guru Seth Godin and talked about how to succeed in a down market.
Seth's advice is especially powerful for bootstrappers in this economy. And it's also encouraging. Among his tips for start-up businesses in this economy: Recogni...
20 Bootstrapping Tips
in BootStrapMe, on February 4, 2009
Evan Carmichael has a good piece today that looks at ways you can bootstrap. What it amounts to is 20 tips for succeeding as a bootstrapper.
The tips are basic: Hire people on a part time basis
Automate wherever possible
Don't quit your day job (and we've said that before)
Form ...
I-O Data Fills DVD Burner Hole Dug by Netbooks
in The Gadgets Weblog, on January 29, 2009
... USB 2.0 connection and can burn DVDs with speeds up to 8X and CDRs up to 24X. The whole drive only weighs 28 ounces, and it is small enough to fit in what ever bag or sleeve you might be carrying you...
Building a Start Up from Scratch
in BootStrapMe, on January 21, 2009
Evan Carmichael over at the Young Entrepreneur blog has a nice basic step-by-step on how to start out with nothing and build yourself a start up business. Here are the steps that I took. This process helped me build my business with $0 in startup capital. Hopefully you can learn from my experien...
Unemployment Benefits? One of the Risks of Going it Alone...
in BootStrapMe, on January 15, 2009
National Public Radio had an interesting story yesterday that highlighted the plight of many people involved in entrepreneurship and home-based business. If their business fails, they are just as unemployed as a laid off autoworker. But they are not eligible for unemployment benefits. Most people ...
The Place of Loyalty in Your New Company's Values
in BootStrapMe, on January 12, 2009
Jack and Suzy Welch over at BusinessWeek had a good article a few days ago on the role of loyalty in corporate culture - especially in hard times. I thought it was useful to consider in the context of building a new business.
Your business is off the ground and you've hired a few people. The...
Palm's Next Gadget Could Be Their Biggest
in The Mobile Technology Weblog, on January 9, 2009
...unit (due on Sprint in the first half of this year) will offer a 3.1-inch 480 by 320 touch display, weighs in at 4.8 ounces, and comes with a curved, slide-out keypad. It will offer both Wi-Fi and 3G ...
Fear Not! In a Recession, Fear Will Kill Your Business...
in BootStrapMe, on December 25, 2008
Brian Solis over at TechCrunch had an excellent piece early this week on the negativity and fear that comes with a recession. While bootstrappers are probably a little less prone to fear and panic than most other business people, Brian 's advice is still timely.
A tidbit from the piece: S...
What is a Bootstrapper?
in BootStrapMe, on December 24, 2008
...Dave Cheong had an interesting piece this week on bootstrapping. It was a nice, simple review of the concept.
"A bootstrapper is someone who uses his own time, money and resources to get a bus...
Castrade CV-MP01 is May Not Be Best But it is Tiny
in The Gadgets Weblog, on December 23, 2008
...purpose. The Castrade CV-MP01 is the smallest projector currently available.
The Castrade CV-MP01 weighs in at a mere 90 grams. The device itself is measures roughly 1.5" x 2.5" x 3"....
Are You Successful...?
in BootStrapMe, on December 12, 2008
Dan Schawbel over at Personal Branding Blog has an insightful interview online at the moment Romanus Wolter , "the Kick Start Guy." And Wolter makes what I think is a very important point for today's world: you don't get to define success all by yourself.
"A person is su...
HourVille: Anything. By The Hour.
in Wangtam, on December 10, 2008
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Cash Flow: Solving the Problem of How to Get it Started
in BootStrapMe, on December 3, 2008
I saw a post last month that I like by Yaro Starak over at Entrepreneurs-Journey.Com about getting your cash flow started.
Lack of cash flow when you first get started in a business can be a major obstacle. Often the solution is a catch-22: you get a second job to bring in money for the start-up ...
Free Guide to Social Media for Small Business
in BootStrapMe, on November 25, 2008
A Facebook friend of mine, Anita Campbell, pointed me toward a new free guide to social media for Small Business . The book is "Let's Talk: Social Media for Small Business," by John Jantsch of Duct Tape Marketing. I just finished reading it and recommend you check it out. The guid...
Relios Jewelry Pueblo Patterns Collection
in The Jewelry Weblog, on November 13, 2008
...worn single. Bracelet secures with lobster claw closure and measures 8 1/2 inches L x 3/8 inches W, weighs approximately 54 grams.
$195
Carolyn Pollack analyzes trend services and other fashion resou...
Panasonic Fuel Cells are Bringing Power to the People's Notebooks
in The Gadgets Weblog, on October 21, 2008
...ll small enough to fit in a laptop or power portable electronics.
Panasonic's 200cc fuel cell, weighs just 320 grams and runs on a methanol concentrate that can be stored in bottles. This fuel ce...
What others have to say about Shawn Hessinger and BootStrapMe.com
in BootStrapMe, on October 20, 2008
... blog topic for me. As founder of PostRanger.com , an interactive blogging network, I share my own bootstrapping struggles with readers regularly and with them seek solutions.
Here's what others...
Another book on bootstrapping
in BootStrapMe, on October 14, 2008
...s " book due out this spring.
In a post on her Distribution Solutionz blog, Chicke suggests bootstrapping may be key to innovation today because:
• Economic hard times tend to squelch innovat...
Bootstrapping key in tough economic times
in BootStrapMe, on October 13, 2008
... thrive in an uncertain economy because they:
• Do more with less. Since the very definition of bootstrapping is getting along without outside investment this implies a startup and growth without lo...
Tips for the serious bootstrapper
in BootStrapMe, on October 11, 2008
...s you'd like to do from day one in your business.) This presupposes, of course, that you're bootstrapping for the long haul not just long enough to get backing.
Remember, whether you eventua...
Help me make this blog even better
in BootStrapMe, on October 8, 2008
...pers .
And, of course, I'll be providing more tips as well...and more tales of my own ongoing bootstrapping efforts .
But if you have any ideas about other things that could be added to make th...
Bootstrapping my blog network
in BootStrapMe, on October 7, 2008
...o link to my network by simply telling me you're a BootStrapMe reader.
You can also follow the bootstrapping of this interactive blogging network at ZooQ . If you would like to be added as one o...
Make me an offer!
in BootStrapMe, on October 6, 2008
I'm setting pricing for my latest bootstrapped venture and could use your help.
PostRanger.com , the interactive blog network, is up and running and, as you've probably noticed, some guest posting is already going on, mainly for noncommercial purposes with a link back to a writer'...
微软将Windows XP停售期限延长6个月
in Wangtam, on October 5, 2008
...• 微软将Windows XP停售期限延长6个月
• KOHL WEIGHS IN WITH JUSTICE DEPARTMENT OVER GOOGLE-YAHOO AGREEMENT
• GoldMail: Voiceover Visual Messaging
• 75%下载火狐者并不使用 Mozilla被敲响警钟
• Official BlackBerry Storm Do...
Hunger gives bootstrappers their edge
in BootStrapMe, on October 4, 2008
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Skip ODonnell
( Editor's Note: Entrepreneur Cristian Dorobantescue interviews mike Michalowicz about the ultimate bootstrapper advantage. )
I've recently had the chance of interviewing Mike Michalowicz , serial entrepreneur and author of the book...
Top 10 links on BootStrapMe.com
in BootStrapMe, on October 4, 2008
...sted in the Yahoo! Group at the end of September .)
1. Our main url as might be expected
2. Bootstrapping brings competitive advantage , a post from December 2007
3. 10 reasons for a bare b...
"Bailout" news may not be good for bootstrappers
in BootStrapMe, on October 2, 2008
... doubts that a credit crunch really represents the end of the world for small business, especially bootstrapping entrepreneurs .
Is there anyone else out there who finds it difficult to swallow that...
Join ZooQ and help bootstrap my business
in BootStrapMe, on October 1, 2008
... the tools available through ZooQ , the new problem solving application with implications for the bootstrapping entrepreneur , I've decided to try it myself.
Co-founder Edward A. Ipser, Jr. has...
Founder: ZooQ is for bootstrappers
in BootStrapMe, on September 30, 2008
...lection of tools offered by the site have passed the Beta stage, ZooQ will remain accessible to the bootstrapping community:
The business model is, essentially, to provide value across the entire sc...
Bootstrapping your group or challenge with ZooQ
in BootStrapMe, on September 30, 2008
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Alistair Scott
CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS POST
Use these simple tools to bootstrap your group or advisory board with ZooQ :
• Set a challenge. Define the challenge, the problem you need to solve. Decide who you want to help you solve it. (Open it to ev...
ZooQ gives bootstrappers company building tool
in BootStrapMe, on September 29, 2008
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , christine balderas
Many of you know that in addition to editing this site, I am also the founder of an interactive blog network called PostRanger.com .
Now established as a site featuring posted links to blogs and other on line resources on a variety of subjects...
The Perfect Jeans?
in Busy with Style, on September 27, 2008
...he perfect pair of jeans is like a good man...hard to find. If you're a 5'11 supermodel who weighs 101 pounds, then sure, anything will look great on you, but for us mere mortals, the quest fo...
Forget the credit crunch: bootstrap your business
in BootStrapMe, on September 27, 2008
...cash flow and forget about needing money (or credit) to get started.
Here's more on bootstrapping and its virtues . Please consider joining our Yahoo! and MySpace groups to network with like...
Reader's pick for bootstrapper principles
in BootStrapMe, on September 23, 2008
... © a2gemma
We've laid out a couple of what I consider to be among the most important bootstrapping principles over the last few days: Here they are .
But I want to keep this site as inte...
Bootstrapping principle #3: Freelance over full-time
in BootStrapMe, on September 22, 2008
...tstrappers too. Freelancing or subcontracting are among the easiest ways to start a fledgling bootstrapping business. They should understand the challenges you face and work harder to control costs f...
Bootstrapping principle #2: Partnerships over pay-out
in BootStrapMe, on September 21, 2008
... © Mel B.
Next in our series of top bootstrapping principles , we look at how partnerships triumph over pay-out or how sometimes teaming with others can help cut the costs of startup.
If you nee...
Bootstrapping principle #1: Cash flow over capital
in BootStrapMe, on September 20, 2008
...h flow edges out capital for startup because:
• The business must be operating to generate it. Bootstrapping guru Greg Gianforte explains in his " Bootstrapping your business " how bootstr...
Swerving off the bootstrapping trail...or am I?
in BootStrapMe, on September 18, 2008
...ld not be money. Portions of the company's cash flow would be reinvested for growth using basic bootstrapping principles.
The objective would be additional time gained by the entrepreneur to work...
Up in front
in The Parenting Weblog, on September 16, 2008
... laws were here for moving to the front seat:
* If the child is age 5 or older, OR
* If the child weighs at least 40 pounds, OR
* If the vehicle does not have an active passenger side air bag, OR
...
Bootstrap building blocks: From part-time startup to full-time business
in BootStrapMe, on September 15, 2008
... " From Side Product to Startup " conference in Portland, OR, deal with the importance of bootstrapping in these early stages. Specifically:
• Bootstrap if you want to maintain control. Ta...
My bootstrapping tools
in BootStrapMe, on September 14, 2008
... © quapan
Thought I'd take a moment this post to mention some key bootstrapping tools online.
Many regular readers know that in addition to editing this blog including tips, resources, int...
Ask Google for bootstrap news
in BootStrapMe, on September 13, 2008
... in the know not only about each new post here at BootStrapMe.com , but also on any information on bootstrapping anywhere across the world.
Here's how to get started:
• Go to the Google Alert...
So what's the definition of bootstrapping again?
in BootStrapMe, on September 11, 2008
...t taking venture or angel , and assume that it means you're investing your own money. To me bootstrapping a business means that the business funds itself by making money from day one.
Cooperm...
