There are many Internet sites that provide a wide range of information for start-ups, including funding resources. It should be obvious by now that there's a lot of ground to cover between having a great idea and securing the financing to realize its full potential. The trip is made smoother and quicker with a provocative business plan outlining money-making potential, extensive research, an understanding of the marketplace, an ability to see and seize an opportunity, personal contacts and a little luck. Generating sufficient interest to procure a business card or receive a referral is an art form. Investors want to know the size of the opportunity and just what makes the entrepreneur believe he can build a successful company from this.
Most investors probably make up their minds in the first thirty seconds of a presentation.
There will be lots of questions where it' s imperative that the entrepreneur demonstrate knowledge, ability and leadership. The entrepreneur must also be prepared to ask a lot of questions that show an openness to ideas, an awareness of strengths and weaknesses and a desire to do whatever it takes to be successful. Being bold for the entrepreneur must extend from the idea stage through building, funding and beyond. According to the Kauffman Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership, entrepreneurs have led the way in developing ideas. Finding funding is essential to realizing the full potential of any endeavor.