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You’ve come up with a unique idea, and you have a stellar business plan. With your own business you’ll have financial security and freedom from your boss. Only one thing is missing — capital. You can’t make money without money. So until you raise the funds you need to develop your business dreams into a reality, you are at a standstill.

Working beside a co-founder or partner from the start increases the odds of succeed as an entrepreneur. With a partner, you have a second set of eyes and skills to help push the start-up forward.

If you are vigilant, you can observe persuasion techniques being used consistently in all aspects of life. Whether you are watching television, reading the newspaper or shopping, you will see these three persuasion techniques in action. Noticing them is one thing, but when you can implement them in your business you can reap the rewards in increased sales.

Are you planning to become the next big e-commerce startup? Have you finally decided to embark on the journey of realizing your entrepreneurial dream? If so, there are some legal aspects you will need to take into consideration to avoid potential legal issues down the road. This article will discuss three common mistakes e-commerce startups make.

E-commerce marketplaces like Amazon and eBay are the best places to start selling online. You have a readymade platform with abundant traffic. There are millions of daily visitors and you can get started quickly with minimal investment. The only disadvantage is the tough competition that comes with it. Popular marketplaces are crowded with sellers and to make matters worse, they are selling very similar products.

The challenges associated with launching a new business enterprise are manifold. An entrepreneur needs to avail him- or herself of all resources to assist in getting a venture off the ground and onto a productive path. Included on the list of these positive resources is a mentor.