{ "_id": "5b0ec788cf11a800139f9490", "_isBlocked": false, "creationDate": "2018-05-30T15:47:20.282Z", "categories": [], "description": "Bowl for discussing all things related to Startups, new Business Ideas or Entrepreneurial Ventures. Network to find your co-founder.", "relatedCrowdIds": [ "55375ce690f5eebe1d2a0f88", "5787dd60a3f35c130082b851", "552d1d24dc1c586b09d2d051", "5e77c585cba148001ab93ed9", "553769a790f5eebe1d2a0f92", "63079a6ca12e86002600a26a", "564a5cdb94887803001dd07c", "5d0a757f66884500200aff25", "552d1d24dc1c586b09d2d052", "6307b985e8cea3002c9297b4", "5565cfca8b2b9a03009acf57", "56c75c3c1dc12b0a0097ccb0", "56fd40e29238700e00b5ee4a", "5ef17d0fc9914f0024fe1911", "5eb1bcb23b975f0021424ca1", "5e7169c6c917a6001ba5fefc", "5e4bca4d473da1001b53cb24" ], "fishIconColor": "4c28ff", "hideNumberOfUsers": false, "iconUrl": "https://dslntlv9vhjr4.cloudfront.net/crowd_images/5Bbg9XmCo1sTz.png", "rectangleIconUrl": "", "isLocked": false, "isCommentsEnabled": false, "isPublic": false, "handleUrl": "startups-and-entrepreneurship", "isVisible": true, "name": "Startups and Entrepreneurship", "networkingEnabled": false, "numberOfNetworkingUsers": 2538, "numberOfUsers": 989755, "type": 2, "bowlType": "58e6c2e40ebdd20010849126", "bowlTypeName": "Professional Expertise", "background": { "from": "4622D2", "to": "0F71A6" }, "joinMode": 0, "regions": [ "61891c8e2ca26eaffdf8d90f" ], "requestToJoinSettings": { "isJoinReasonRequired": false, "shouldRequestPhoto": false, "isMultipleChoiceEnabled": false, "multipleChoiceOptions": [], "multipleChoiceQuestion": "" }, "bowlTypes": [ { "bowlTypeId": "58e6c2e40ebdd20010849126", "bowlTypeName": "Professional Expertise" } ], "currentMonthPosts": 43, "suggestedIndustry": { "_id": "55375ce690f5eebe1d2a0f88", "name": "Tech", "iconUrl": "https://dslntlv9vhjr4.cloudfront.net/crowd_images/tech_9Hox4.png", "crowdIconUrl": "https://dslntlv9vhjr4.cloudfront.net/crowd_images/qwBNWfWrlFN7L.png" }, "noIndex": false, "lastView": "" }
Bowl for discussing all things related to Startups, new Business Ideas or Entrepreneurial Ventures. Network to find your co-founder.
Sign up to access more conversations in this bowl 🔑

Are there funds or investment companies looking to invest in and help grow creative agencies? Can you recommend any?

like

I feel so defeated. I have had several interviews, then get emails stating that they have gone with other candidates. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong. Anyone else feel this way? I mean, it’s enough… more

like

Executive producer for 10 years + Ran two production departments. Thinking of purchasing a shop via SBA 7a. Anyone ever do this?

like

What’s a good forum to connect with search funders/independent sponsors?

like

If you had to work any 9-5 job that earned roughly 40-60k just to cover basic living expenses until your company made enough to fully support you. What would you do?

Currently in this position and I can’t think of… more

like

My friend runs a creative agency with annual profits at about $700k. We wants me to join him to manage investments and grow/diversify the company away from creative production. Do you think this would… more

like

AI enterprise solutions are reshaping how organizations operate, and platforms like Agentra highlight the shift toward smarter, data-driven business decisions.

like

Hello!

I have an idea for a mobile app that I feel would take off however I am at a loss for getting coders to help assist, and I noticed that more and more people are using AI to build apps.

Does anyo… more

likehelpful
Share this 🔥 post

Does anyone have experience finding and working with marketing experts to help get things going? I’m trying to build an expensive, long time horizon product, so I’ve built a simple product in the same… more

like
Share this 🔥 post

I've been working remotely for a while now, and it's been going well. Though I'm not rich, I make enough to live comfortably. If anyone is interested, I'm happy to share what I do and … more

like

Recently completed MVP and about the seek clients for pilot. Do you typically obtain insurance at this stage? Gut says yes but seems like a pretty penny. SaaS startup, bootstrapping. TIA.

like

I have an overall work experience of 23 years with a professional trainer and a certified Coach experience of over 15 years in Operational excellence. I'm a language and communication expert and c… more

like

💬 Anyone else tired of doing last-minute formatting checks on decks before client delivery?

Found a tool called slidecheck that scans your .pptx file and flags formatting issues automatically — font mismatches, title alignment, footer probl… more

likehelpfulfunny

Ive been laid off since June. So far I've had 10 interviews and within those 10 interviews Ive made it to the 2nd round and final rounds but no offers.

I have experience in the startup world. So I know what it… more

like

Anyone here ever seen or heard of a standalone coffee shop? I have the idea to use a small space similar to the drive-through places, but fully automate it so that I only have to maintain it and not … more

like

Hey founders 👋 curious , what’s the one admin or ops task that eats up the most of your time?

I run FoundHerDesk, where we help founders cut the busywork so they can focus on growth. Always looking to… more

like

Have an opportunity to leave public accounting and work with a semi established CPA with their own tax practice. Top line revenue is around 500,000 with expenses being about 100,000. I would take over… more

like

Anyone out there ready to make a world of impact and make the money you deserve !
SEND YOUR APPLICATION AND COVER LETTER WITH YOUR TALENTS!
We are a Environmental protection company tracking and implementing recycling services pollution cleanup services and community development, protecting watersheds and lands is our business!
Apply today for consideration in new roles !
Provide salary and contact details!
Team Fish Swag!

Post Photo
likesmart

I have a business idea that is going to be profitable but as an African American woman I feel very afraid to go and request business funding because most are turned down. I have a 722 credit score.

Ho… more

like
Share this 🔥 post

I would like to start a startup in the data / analytics space. For work laptops in the startup space, do people recommend Macs, PCs with nvidia chips, or simply portability?

likefunny

Four years ago, I joined Boom seeking a fresh perspective. I was impressed by the team's enthusiasm and tireless work on XB-1, a goal they achieved. Now, they're building a supersonic airliner… more

like

I had a conversation with a military veteran turned esthetician. She was frustrated with the ethical, moral, and legal decisions of some business owners. She mentioned that in the military there was a… more

likeuplifting

I’ve been thinking a lot about the renewable energy sector, particularly solar farms and installers, and I’m curious about everyone’s perspective. With government funding cuts, do you think it’s still… more

like

Considering going for LA tech week to get some pre seed investors for my startup… anyone who has gone in the past have anything to share? Trying to decide if it’s worth it

like

Hi everyone, I previously worked at a large technology company, where I held all the necessary certifications and gained extensive experience as a Program Manager. I then launched my own venture, whic… more

like

Teaching is the profession that creates all others professions

like

Are you a startup based in BC Canada? Applications just opened up for Fundable, a 8 week cohort based program for founders that are planning to raise seed or pre seed in the next year.

like

Realized I checked work updates at midnight three nights last week. I always convince myself it's just a quick peek, which turns into an extra hour or two of lost sleep. What time do you stop work… more

like

🚀 Small Business Owners - 2025 is YOUR year to scale & innovate!

💰 Top Grants You Can Apply For:
1️⃣ SBIR & STTR - Up to $1.8M for R&D &
innovation.
2️⃣ Amber Grants - $10K monthly + $25K
annual for women-owned … more

like

I am a founder of a boutique and niche tax and corporate law practice in the Cayman Islands. More recently, I have dealt with a lot of relocations to the Cayman Islands acting as a hub in the wheel (… more

like

Trying to find a fully remote job that allows me to be based in Europe mainly italy as I continue to move around like a digital nomad. I hade background in customers Support and Service guest Support With strong… more

like

As Director/CTO at Biorocks Biotechnology, I have led end-to-end development of innovative medical devices from concept to commercialization (0-1), with a focus on automated assisted reproductive devi… more

like

AI-powered NTRIP ecosystem! So, let's get building!
We have three amazing concepts to choose from. Which one gets you the most fired up to explore in detail? Let's take one of these and really flesh it out!more

likefunny
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to join this community on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal