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Why Business Start-ups Should Always be Social

Posted on August 1, 2020August 1, 2020 by Martin Edwards

Getting started is tough. The “journey of a thousand miles” may “begin with a single step” but working out exactly where it’s safe to put your feet can be daunting. We’ve all been through it. Some get the help of professionals from the word go, others stumble around for bit looking for their sandals. In […]

How safe is your business idea from the Pipe Dream shelf ?

Posted on February 5, 2015February 17, 2015 by Martin Edwards
Vintage lightbulbs illustrating business idea concept

So many business ideas get shelved because the task of bringing them to fruition may at first appear too daunting. I am trying to do something about that!

What Sourdough Baking Can Teach Us About Bootstrapping a Startup

Posted on March 30, 2015August 11, 2015 by Martin Edwards 4 Comments
A sourdough loaf illustrating the success of a startup

Baking sourdough bread can teach us a lot about bootstrapping a startup business. The culture which makes it rise and gives it its distinctive flavour is something you create yourself, nurture and keep for years. Just like the social community around your business.

How a comment on Firepole Marketing led to a “content upgrade” video

Posted on June 1, 2015October 6, 2015 by Martin Edwards

Its always nice when you comment on a blog post and the author asks to see a post or video! So I felt duty bound to put something together. This post is really just part of the demonstration – I hope you enjoy it!

Build community the Martin Socially way

Posted on June 12, 2014July 1, 2015 by Martin Edwards
Image of lonely swimming duck

In my guest post on DannyBrown.me – How to build the trust you need for an engaged community, amongst other things, I talk about setting up a Twitter Hashtag group as an example of how to build community spirit and create trust.

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Getting started is tough. The “journey of a thousand miles” may “begin with a single step” but working out exactly where it’s safe to put your feet can be daunting. We’ve all been through it. Some get the help of professionals from the word go, others stumble around for bit looking for their sandals. In the not so distant past, if you Continue Reading →
What Sourdough Baking Can Teach …
What Sourdough Baking Can Teach Us About Bootstrapping a Startup
There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked bread. Your knife cuts into the crust and releases that heady aroma. The taste is complex, a slight tang of sourness balancing its natural sweetness. It brings thoughts of warm country kitchens, memories of family and friends. The fact that you made this yourself heightens the satisfaction. You took basic ingredients, some simple skills and Continue Reading →
How safe is your business …
How safe is your business idea from the Pipe Dream shelf ?
You know the routine right? You wake up in the morning buzzing with enthusiasm to get your latest idea launched. That flash of inspiration in the shower, the “Ah ha!” moment as you read the morning paper. So you fire up the laptop, skype a couple of friends, Google some prices and see what else is out there. By lunchtime the consensus is Continue Reading →
Authenticity: How to Be Honest …
Authenticity: How to Be Honest Without Wrecking Your Business
Life is good! You’re sitting in a private box in the Royal Albert Hall. The canapes have just been around for the third time and you’re nursing a glass of Champagne. Around you, your fellow directors and management team, are settling in to listen to the CEO’s speech. In the teeth of a recession, you’ve not only survived but increased market share Continue Reading →
Build community the Martin Socially …
Build community the Martin Socially way
If you arrived here from the Danny Brown blog then welcome! In my article there, How to build the trust you need for an engaged community , amongst other things, I talk about setting up a Twitter Hashtag group as an example of how to build community spirit and create trust.  So I thought it would be nice to give Continue Reading →
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