I started working on something that I needed and everyone I have shown my progress loves it. I shared with an old boss yesterday and he is the third to ask if he can invest.

I don’t need any money, but I think it is worth my free time to develop.

I have been a PM for the past 3 years, a full stack developer for 9 years before that. I am certain I can ship a polished product.

What I am a lost with is where do I start with organizing the business side? I am in nyc if it matters

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I like the business model canvas to help you understand your target customer, key value proposition, sales funnels, etc. Google business model canvas template and you’ll find it.

Unless you have something more specific? Like setting up accounting or the share structure?

like

Go to ycombinator’s site. They have a bunch of template docs and information on how to set up a business entity

Honestly if you are not too sure about the business side I am not too sure you want to do it alone.
A lot of good ideas fail because the people behind them didn’t fully understand the business side

like

You should try to find a mentor or someone who can be a founder with you - someone who can worry about that kind of stuff while you worry about delivering the product that customers care about.

like

You also don’t want to just rely on attorneys to tell you everything you need, because they will forget - I promise :-). If you’re going to take on investors you’ll need a cap table etc. it can be very exciting but also overwhelming. I love this stuff.

like

Are you familiar with the Business Generation Canvas? It might give you a good idea as far as where to start and what kind of resources you might need.

like

DM me if you want. I am also NYC based with a side LLC

like

My strong advice here is don’t be cheap. Get a lawyer who listens, tell them what your 5 year vision is for this business and what your ideal exit strategy will be.

Consider assembling an advisory team. PM me if you want to discuss specifics

Get a business partner. Developing the product is about 50% of the job. PM me I am a member of founder groups and can point you to some resources. What sector is this?

I can gladly offer my services. Let me know and I can set some time aside to help guide you.

In in my

I’m an IP and startup lawyer — happy to help. I work with startups all of the time. Also ran a couple startups so I understand what risks and issues you’re facing. Let me know.

Related Posts

Salesforce Marketing Cloud - too few who knows the architecture, ins/outs and how to implement in an enterprise environment. struggle yet good opportunity for those who wants to get ahead

like

What chapters are more heavily tested for REG?

like

Check out SNDL (Sundial Growers). The call options are going crazy—buy the stock now—could easily get up to $5.00 in the near future. 🔥

likesmart

Please help me with the net take home.

Post Photo
like

Guys,

Anyidea on freelance work for BA

like

Any one got the offer letter from PWC AC (Bangalore) from last 1 week ? ...if yes then please let me know how much time they have taken after documentation. Many Thanks!PwC Pwc AC

Would you take an offer for $10k more with a title bump and less benefits? Was approached by BDO, and it looks like I won’t be going up for promo until year end in August at D.

like

Hi team,
Refer me to any company for QA automation engineer just 25 days left .. it will be helpful

like

Where’s the best place to pick up freelance work as a side hustle?

likehelpful

Difference between Variable Life vs Variable Universal Life?

Hi Fish,

Anyone interested to move in Product Management domain and looking for career direction and coaching, DM me.

I am happy to help you for Mock interview preparation, Resume Building and referrals.

Building Product Manager.

likeuplifting

Hi ,
I received this Mail just now . Does this mean I was selected for Tcs interview ? If so what is the next step.

Post Photo
like

Does anyone else use OneNote? Been getting a bit overwhelmed recently and my lack of organization is starting to catch up with me. Trying to find better ways of taking, storing and organizing notes I take.

like

Hi Fishes,

If the gross CTC is more than 120K in Poland, tax will be 32% right?

Are there any other deductions apart from this?

My assumption is, we get atleast 68% of our gross. Are there any ways this can further reduce?

How do you guys deal with visa + layoff together!

Failed series 63 because I took it very lightly. Cleared 79. Starting as an Associate soon. How bad is it?

like

I was hired as a graduate consultant developer Thoughtworks in middle of 2020 and will be expecting my first performance based apraisal in April. How much should I expect? If I am not happy with my raise can, whom should I contact to?

like

I am tired of audit but don’t have the courage to walk out of PA during this economic environment. Any advice please?

like

Recommendations for a good therapist conducting virtual visits? Particularly interested in someone who specializes in stress related to work and family. Female preferred. Thanks, ladies

like

Additional Posts in Startups and Entrepreneurship

For anyone working in the "CEO's office" doing strategy type work - how intense is it? What are your hours like?

Seems like interesting work with super high visibility, but I'm afraid it'll be bad hours (i.e., 50+ hours per week)

like

A startup offered me stock options for my support. Now they want to start paying me part time and also offer me increased stake in the company. I am debating between asking for equity or more stock options. Need help in understanding which one to consider. For context, founder is open to both as they consider me as part of the founding team and long term plans for the company.

I’m 21 and want to learn directly from entrepreneurs, what would be the best way to discover and learn about entrepreneurship and starting your own company. I was going to look for conventions near me or networking events. If you could share other ways or youtube channels/content or books to read. Thank you!

likehelpful

What’s the best place to find manufacturers if I want to make products in the US or Canada? Is there a market place like Alibaba?

like

Hello 👍🏻 I am a media designer with 5 years of professional experience. I am looking for cooperation partners to increase my social media reach and I am also happy to offer my media services on account. I look forward to productive cooperation!

I’m thinking about joining a colombian series B startup, role in São Paulo - I’ve been in consulting so I have no idea how to assess salary expectations for a startups - I have 3 YOE - any insight? Unaware of how equity conversations go also

like

Hey everyone! I am just starting on the path to entrepreneurship while still working full time. Does anyone have any advice?

like

How do I get a job at a startup? I have an accounting/finance background, but don’t enjoy that work and want to get into the startup space (been interested for years).

like

This may be or seem like a very generalized question but how did some of you all start? Where do you start? I’m curious about learning about the process of creating a startup, but honestly want to learn more…really looking for recourses, good books and stories!! TIA!!

like

I am an aspiring entrepreneur and want to start a business in future for sure. I have a few ideas but nothing concrete, or close to being a start up yet. I work in tech, but a generalist - have done sales, delivery operations etc. trying to get experience in as many areas as possible before I go on my own. I dnt know where to start the journey. Are their any books or other material I can read/reference to think and plan about my entrepreneurship journey. I m in mid 40s based in t2 city US east.

like

What are some top concerns startups have besides funding, burn-rate, and team scaling?

like

Has anyone started a non profit before? What is the process to register or the best way to get it set up legally?

like

Hello, currently looking ideas and mentoring to start up a business to import coffee from the Caribbean. Any suggestions for agencies or non profit companies that help new entrepreneurs with this kind of project?. The main idea is to import coffee to sell to retail stores or an exclusive market for coffee lovers.

like

Anybody interested in a volunteer opportunity? I need help editing videos for YouTube & social media and would love some extra hands

funnylike

Hi all,

Looking for a little help on developing a website prototype to test (app too if possible). I need:

A backend that allows for volunteers to add their availability hours (something like Calendly integration), short bio, profile pic etc

A front end that requires users to sign up, and then lets them directly sign up with the volunteers.

I looked at Wix online booking system but you can only schedule staff by working hours. Built sites on WP before but lacking in time currently.

like

Anyone willing to share experiences with getting developers? I need some technical expertise to build a product and am trying to compare hiring freelancers to hiring a development solutions firm.

Hi fishes, can you guys share your favorite websites to look for remote job? To look for start up companies? TIA :)

like

I’ve been reading Walker’s book “buy then build” for acquisition entrepreneurship. Anyone here consider themselves and acquisitions entrepreneur?

like

4 years ago, I left Global Consulting to start my own shop. It’s been a wild ride ever since. I’m looking for strategic partners interested in strategic management and organizational development gigs.

likeuplifting

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
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

Send download link to your phone

OR

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Messaging rates may apply

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation 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