International Start-Ups Meeting 2012 was developed in Lima City. The 200 participants came from different cities from Peru and from 6 foreign countries. The congress was composed of three main activities: – networking sessions in order to ensure that every participant get to know each other; – local and international best case practices from startups, where 23 […]
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ISUM 2011: Postscript by Gail Margolies Reid, CPA
October 27, 2011 
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The International Startups Meeting 2011: Postscript by Gail Margolies Reid, CPA **Bonus Point** “Joining together with like-minded people to share ideas and mutual encouragement is essential to the success of any Startup”. It is impossible to comment on everything that was experienced by those of us who came together earlier this month […]
Read moreTomorrow starts the ISUM in Paris!
October 13, 2011 2 Comments
Welcome in Paris to the start-ups enthusiasts from more than 20 countries joining us tomorrow at the French Senate for the Opening Session of the first edition of the International Start-Ups Meeting with: – Mr Luca Torosani, Vice President of the Organizing Committee; a graduate from Bocconi Italy; soon joining PWC in Mexico; – Mr Olivier […]
Read moreTip# 8: be the problem solver!
September 21, 2011 1 Comment
“In challenging economic times, many small business owners reach out for someone to help them keep their company afloat. Consider positioning yourself as a turnaround expert who can help a business owner make the decisions necessary to meet the challenges of a downturn in the economy. This is the kind of help people will pay […]
Read moreParticipants from 25 countries as of today!
September 15, 2011 0 Comments
We are very pleased to announce that we have received confirmation by participants from 25 countries as of today! 77 participants are registered. We have arranged for more room for the Dining cocktail at the French Senate. Do not miss the opportunity to attend this first edition of the International Start-Ups Meeting. Our advice: REGISTER NOW, […]
Read moreGuest speakers: Ms Gail Margolies Reid
September 15, 2011 1 Comment
Dear friends, It will be an honor for us to receive as one of our guest speakers, Ms Gail MARGOLIES REID, from the USA. Ms REID is a CPA and consultant, who has dedicated her entire 30-year career to working with start-up owners. After many years of experience within the Big 4 auditing firms, Ms […]
Read moreTip# 7: interior design among the best service start up
August 26, 2011 0 Comments
“Several of the programs for certifying home stagers offer a complete package (online programs) to get you started in your business-marketing tools, website template, etc. For just under $1,000, you can get certification and the complete business kit. Since it includes the web design, this could be a very cost effective choice for you.” It’s […]
Read moreAIESEC encounter at GSU
August 21, 2011 0 Comments
Today’s post will be a diversion from previous posts based on Bonus Points from my book “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Low-Cost Startups”. Yesterday I met with two AIESEC student members from a local chapter in Atlanta– Georgia State University. I wanted to see first hand the essence of AIESEC, to connect with “future AIESEC […]
Read moreTip#6 : concierge services
July 30, 2011 0 Comments
With August just hours away and thoughts of vacation on everyone’s mind this last Friday in July, it seemed appropriate to review a low-cost business concept with a vacation state of mind. Originating in France in the Middle Ages, the term concierge referred to the trusted employee who held the keys to rooms in the […]
Read moreTip#5 : online referral services
July 25, 2011 0 Comments
“Online referral services can help you get business in your area even without having to set up a website (of your own).” Most entrepreneurs take it for granted today that having their own website is a must for even the smallest of businesses. While an online presence is expected for a business of any significant […]
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