In a city as fast-paced as New York, people don’t have time to spend on anything they don’t feel is important. This is never more obvious than when you are trying to start a new business and get noticed by investors and potential customers. Do-it-yourself (DIY) is part of the startup culture, but it’s important… Continue reading Things not to DIY When Starting a Business in NYC
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US Resumes Do’s Don’ts and Differences
There are a lot of differences to get used to as an international moving to NYC, but how you present yourself professionally is perhaps one of the most important points to make sure you get right. While many New York companies are making the move to LinkedIn rather than using traditional resumes, there are still… Continue reading US Resumes Do’s Don’ts and Differences
English in the City: Brushing up on Business and Conversational English Skills
In New York City, speaking and understanding English is necessary for running a business – it is the language which brings together ideas, clients and progress. Sometimes, however, knowing how to speak a language and being able to communicate clearly in that language are separate things. Reducing your accent, practicing communication and knowing the jargon… Continue reading English in the City: Brushing up on Business and Conversational English Skills
Five of the Biggest Mistakes Startups Make
Startups are hard. Most first time founders fail. Sometimes the mistakes made are recoverable; other times they will sink the company. I have compiled a list of common fatal mistakes and how to recover from them swiftly without costing the fate of the company. 1. Lack of Focus When a company sets out to build… Continue reading Five of the Biggest Mistakes Startups Make
Immigration Laws for International Entrepreneurs and The “New Office” L Visa
A big challenge for international entrepreneurs ready to set up new businesses is the US immigration law. Current legislation makes it difficult to get visas based on the creation of small startup enterprises and while it looks like immigration reform is inevitably coming – it is a slow-moving process. The US Senate has drafted a… Continue reading Immigration Laws for International Entrepreneurs and The “New Office” L Visa
How to find Employees in NYC
There’s a lot of talk about the number of people looking for jobs in New York City. With the economic slowdown and its recovery far from over, more qualified candidates than ever before are entering the job market. The pressure is on individuals to be the best, present themselves the right way, and find the… Continue reading How to find Employees in NYC
Building a Business in the US, UK, and Canada: A Comparison of Visas for Entrepreneurs
Over the last two decades, foreign nationals have received attention for their entrepreneurial ventures that have contributed to the growth of some of America’s most promising new business sectors. However, despite America’s rich immigrant entrepreneurial history, U.S. immigration laws have rarely kept up with the rate of innovation. Today, U.S. immigration laws are as strict… Continue reading Building a Business in the US, UK, and Canada: A Comparison of Visas for Entrepreneurs
10 Accelerator Programs Every Entrepreneur Should Know About
The New York technology and startup scene has seen huge growth over the past five years, and now finding the initial seed money and – more importantly – a network of entrepreneurs willing to help you get your company get off the ground has become easier than ever. One way to pass beyond the initial… Continue reading 10 Accelerator Programs Every Entrepreneur Should Know About
Digital Presence Must-Haves for Startups
Your business – no matter the industry– is going to benefit from an effective digital strategy. Developing and honing your digital space is critical to standing out in a city as competitive as New York City and it may not be as complicated as you think. Here are a few tips and strategies that any… Continue reading Digital Presence Must-Haves for Startups
5 Hurdles Internationals Face When Moving to the US
To begin with, it’s important to know that anyone relocating to New York City is going to face some challenges. The city is not particularly easy to navigate and there are many ways to drain your bank account before you even get settled in. The job market is among the most competitive in the world,… Continue reading 5 Hurdles Internationals Face When Moving to the US