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73.6% of all Statistics are Made Up

Both Sides of the Table

How to Interpret Analyst Reports. The stats are often quoted from the latest reports. Often when they do I throw out my favorite statistic: 73.6% of all statistics are made up. Often when they do I throw out my favorite statistic: 73.6% of all statistics are made up. Stats sell. I say it deadpanned.

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As An Entrepreneur, Are You Ready To Meet The Press?

Startup Professionals Musings

Not so long ago, training to meet the press and television reporters was a realm reserved for top business executives only. Most entrepreneurs I know admit to a poor first media interaction, and many are still waiting for the instant replay. Message supports are stories, statistics, and sound bites that reinforce your message.

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8 Tips For Startups Preparing For The Media Spotlight

Startup Professionals Musings

Not so long ago, training to meet the press and television reporters was a realm reserved for top business executives only. Most entrepreneurs I know admit to a poor first media interaction, and many are still waiting for the instant replay. Message supports are stories, statistics, and sound bites that reinforce your message.

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10 Quotes You Should Never Use Around A Business Plan

Startup Professionals Musings

Many new entrepreneurs are so excited by their latest idea that they can’t resist contacting every investor they know, assuming the investor will be equally excited and want to contribute immediately. It’s always impressive to have stand-alone supporting documents for product specifications, sales plan details, and backup financial reports.

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10 Entrepreneur Approaches That Turn Off Investors

Startup Professionals Musings

Many new entrepreneurs are so excited by their latest idea that they can’t resist contacting every investor they know, assuming the investor will be equally excited and want to contribute immediately. It’s always impressive to have stand-alone supporting documents for product specifications, sales plan details, and backup financial reports.

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Serious Entrepreneurs Master Media Training Early

Startup Professionals Musings

Not so long ago, training to meet the press and television reporters was a realm reserved for top business executives only. Most entrepreneurs I know admit to a poor first media interaction, and many are still waiting for the instant replay. Message supports are stories, statistics, and sound bites that reinforce your message.

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10 Strategies For Attracting Investors That Will Fail

Startup Professionals Musings

Many new entrepreneurs are so excited by their latest idea that they can’t resist contacting every investor they know, assuming the investor will be equally excited and want to contribute immediately. It’s always impressive to have stand-alone supporting documents for product specifications, sales plan details, and backup financial reports.