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Diane Tarshis
Hi, I’m Diane Tarshis — a strategic startup consultant and founder of Startup Distillery, where I partner with entrepreneurs who are experts in what they do, but have never built a business before. Together we dive into the details of their vision so we can dial in their business model and financial roadmap — giving them the clarity and guidance they need to grow and get funded. I’ve spent the last 20-plus years helping entrepreneurs from all walks of life build successful businesses and get funded. Some have become leaders in their industry, others have made multimillion-dollar exits, while still others have achieved their dream of a life that gives them flexibility and financial freedom. This podcast is for the founders who want to skip the trial and error and fast-track profitability by learning what the rest of the pack wish they'd known from the get-go.
Stop Saying You Don’t Have Time to Start a Business
Have you been dreaming about starting a business, but telling yourself you don’t have enough time? All you need is 15 minutes a day. Really! Here’s how to make inertia your friend and kickstart momentum.
Jan 2, 2024
6 min
Why People Over 40 are More Likely to Succeed When Starting a Business
It’s never too late to start your own business. In fact, the data shows that older may indeed be better when it comes to launching a new venture. Here’s a look at just 5 of the things that entrepreneurs over 40 have going for them that younger people don’t.
Dec 13, 2023
7 min
How to Fund Your Business Without Selling Your Soul
Don't believe everything you hear about finding investors. In this episode, special guest (and securities lawyer) Jenny Kassan pulls back the curtain on ways to raise funds that other people just don’t talk about.
Nov 8, 2023
9 min
How to Start a Business in a Crowded Market
To compete with other businesses that do basically the same thing, you have to be a special kind of different. Nail that and you won’t really be “competing” against anyone. Find out what I mean in this episode.
Oct 11, 2023
6 min
Want to Hook Investors? Do These 2 Things
When it comes to attracting investors, it takes more than painting a rosy financial picture. Investors need to be romanced. To do that, you have to connect with investors on two levels. Here’s how.
Sep 13, 2023
6 min
The Secret to Getting It Right the First Time
Momentum is good, but impulsivity isn’t. When you’re starting a new business, one of the most basic human urges is to dive in without stopping to think, evaluate and consider all the “details.” Here’s how to get it right the first time.
Jun 14, 2023
6 min
Launching a Business? Don’t Skip This One Thing
Talking to people is an essential part of putting together your business plan. Otherwise, you’ll make critical errors that could sink your business just as it’s getting started — something completely avoidable just by doing some legwork ahead of time.
May 10, 2023
7 min
3 Things That Can Sabotage Your Startup
Startups can fail for a lot of reasons. Sure, sometimes those reasons are external. But truthfully, so many startups fail because the founder makes a perfectly preventable mistake that cripples or kills the company.
Apr 12, 2023
6 min
Are Business Plans a Waste of Time?
There’s a common misconception that business plans are rigid documents that lock you into a roadmap you can’t deviate from. Done right, a business plan is a flexible roadmap that empowers you to adapt quickly and take advantage of opportunities. First and foremost, though, it's essential to helping you build a business that actually succeeds over the long haul.
Mar 15, 2023
6 min
How to Forecast Revenues and Expenses for Realistic Financial Projections
Good estimates not only help you avoid business-crippling problems like running short on cash or getting your pricing wrong, but they also play an important role in winning over investors.
Feb 8, 2023
9 min
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