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5 Things to think about when you need to add a Partner
One of the frequent assignments we receive involve either finding a Partner or evaluating a possible Partner for companies going from...
herbertprokscha
Sep 1, 20243 min read
When MLMs go wrong!
This article is a great autopsy of an MLM company going bad: The link: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/10/business/beautycounter-carlyle...
herbertprokscha
Jul 12, 20241 min read
The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Navigating Customer Experience Challenges: Lessons from a Botched
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, making the right choices can be the difference between success and failure. One such choice...
herbertprokscha
Oct 24, 20233 min read
The Hidden Perils of Variable Interest Rate Loans and Credit Cards for Startups and Small Businesses
Introduction: Navigating the Risky Waters Starting a new business venture is both exciting and challenging. Entrepreneurs invest...
herbertprokscha
Aug 25, 20233 min read
Allerbi: Embrace Serenity on Wheels with a Revolutionary Exercise Bike
Introduction We have been working with our client, Allerbi over the last year as they are moving from concept to MVP. We think of it as...
herbertprokscha
May 10, 20233 min read
What you need to read if you want to sell food to Supermarkets!
“The Secret Life of Groceries” is a book you need to read if you plan on selling food to the retail sector or if you are thinking of...
herbertprokscha
Mar 13, 20232 min read
AI and your Business.
AI and your Business. No matter what the media is that you get information from, you cannot escape the mention of AI and the wonderful...
herbertprokscha
Oct 30, 20223 min read
Thinking about “Cap Tables”
Cap Table Credit: Pillar VC As an advisor to Founders from a variety of industries, I have been thinking recently about “Cap Tables” and...
herbertprokscha
Jul 15, 20223 min read
Whiplash!
Overview Have you noticed how change seems to be accelerating? Have you gotten whiplash from having to react to new information flooding...
herbertprokscha
May 20, 20222 min read
COVID, Inflation and now Ukraine – Managing in Turbulent Times!
If you started or led a business in the last three years, you have had to deal with the COVID pandemic, the return of Inflation and now...
herbertprokscha
Mar 16, 20224 min read
Inflation – does it scare you?
Inflation may be happening and it is scary! Picture credit: Geopolitical Intelligence Services What is Inflation? Inflation is currently...
herbertprokscha
Oct 28, 20213 min read
Business Plan!
Why a Business Plan and why do I need to write it? Photo Credit: Corpnet.com Unfortunately, that is a question potential clients ask us...
herbertprokscha
Sep 30, 20214 min read
Is Family Money good for a Start-Up?
Is Family Money good for your Start-Up? Why or Why Not. Clients have come to us for assistance when resolving issues involving family...
herbertprokscha
Jul 28, 20214 min read
Starting an apparel business may not be a good idea!
Starting an apparel business may not be a good idea at this time! Credit: Cornish College of the Arts During the Pandemic we were...
herbertprokscha
Jun 29, 20213 min read
Lead-Generation for B2B Sales!
Lead-Generation for B2B Sales! You need to increase B2b sales, but lead-generation for B2B sales can be challenging. Yet it does not have...
herbertprokscha
May 24, 20213 min read
Pappyland – the story behind Pappy Van Winkle’s Bourbon.
When I saw it on the shelf – Pappyland spoke to me immediately. I knew Pappy Van Winkel was a brand of Bourbon! This book is the story...
herbertprokscha
Apr 27, 20211 min read
Buying food for your dog? – Read “Big Kibble”
The book “Big Kibble” was recommended to me by my library algorithm and it looked like a regular business book about the “Dog Food”...
herbertprokscha
Mar 30, 20212 min read
Why are we not rich yet? When real life gets in the way!
“Why aren’t we rich yet?” is a question we receive more frequently than you would think. Of course the statement almost never uses the...
herbertprokscha
Feb 16, 20213 min read
Deep Work – learn how to make the time for it.
Deep Work by Cal Newport while less than 300 pages packs quite a punch. It’s purpose is how to train yourself to make more time for...
herbertprokscha
Nov 30, 20202 min read
2% of Founders die within 5 years! – Do you have a Succession Plan?
Since Investors know that 2% of Founders die within 5 years do not be surprised if this happens: Your Start-Up is a success and you are...
herbertprokscha
Oct 20, 20202 min read
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