entrepreneur advice – Inspire99 https://inspire99.com Startup and Motivation Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:49:33 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://inspire99.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/cropped-cropped-inspire99-logo-FB-cover2-32x32.jpg entrepreneur advice – Inspire99 https://inspire99.com 32 32 44421129 The word Entrepreneur is derived from Entreprende https://inspire99.com/the-word-entrepreneur-is-derived-from-entreprende-meaning/ https://inspire99.com/the-word-entrepreneur-is-derived-from-entreprende-meaning/#comments Mon, 15 Sep 2025 18:46:10 +0000 https://inspire99.com/?p=21184 In this article, we also talk about the meaning of entrepreneur, entrepreneurship and its purpose. In summary, the word entrepreneur is derived from a French word meaning to take a risk. These risks culminate in the creation of something beautiful - a business born out of an idea.

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]]> https://inspire99.com/the-word-entrepreneur-is-derived-from-entreprende-meaning/feed/ 1 21184 4 areas of Difference between Entrepreneur and Intrapreneur https://inspire99.com/5-key-differences-between-and-entrepreneur-and-intrapreneur/ https://inspire99.com/5-key-differences-between-and-entrepreneur-and-intrapreneur/#comments Fri, 23 Aug 2024 16:24:40 +0000 https://inspire99.com/?p=21843 Difference between entrepreneur and intrapreneur: They both sound similar but are fundamentally different considering the environment they work in. We all know that both entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs take risks. They both risk putting their idea in front, investing time and energy to create something new.

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]]> https://inspire99.com/5-key-differences-between-and-entrepreneur-and-intrapreneur/feed/ 1 21843 5 Key Areas of difference between entrepreneur and businessman https://inspire99.com/5-key-areas-of-difference-between-entrepreneur-and-businessman/ https://inspire99.com/5-key-areas-of-difference-between-entrepreneur-and-businessman/#comments Thu, 11 Jan 2024 15:21:48 +0000 https://inspire99.com/?p=21190 Although these terms are used interchangeably, they have subtle differences. Entrepreneurship in general is used synonymously with innovation, minimum viable products and funding etc. Business on the other hand refers to a wider area including expansion of existing business, geographical expansion, etc.

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]]> https://inspire99.com/5-key-areas-of-difference-between-entrepreneur-and-businessman/feed/ 4 21190 5 Scalable startup entrepreneurship characteristics https://inspire99.com/scalable-startup-entrepreneurship-characteristics/ https://inspire99.com/scalable-startup-entrepreneurship-characteristics/#comments Wed, 03 Jan 2024 10:34:59 +0000 https://inspire99.com/?p=23624 Scalable startup entrepreneurship characteristics: What defines entrepreneurship, small business and a scalable startup? The most impactful aspect of a startup is its ability to scale. In this article, we will talk about the characteristics of a scalable startup entrepreneurship. It helps us differentiate ourselves from small businesses and convince investors about the ability of your ... Read more

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]]> https://inspire99.com/scalable-startup-entrepreneurship-characteristics/feed/ 2 23624 Four Types of Entrepreneurship for a Founder https://inspire99.com/four-types-of-entrepreneurship-to-develop-your-business-model/ https://inspire99.com/four-types-of-entrepreneurship-to-develop-your-business-model/#comments Fri, 28 Apr 2023 19:49:38 +0000 https://inspire99.com/?p=21160 In this article, we discuss the four types of entrepreneurship and their differences. Most of these differences are in their priorities, purpose and vision. All entrepreneurs display a few characteristics which make them unique. The types of entrepreneurship help us differentiate between their approach to funding, profits and growth.

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]]> https://inspire99.com/four-types-of-entrepreneurship-to-develop-your-business-model/feed/ 1 21160 6 Key Functions of Entrepreneur to build a startup https://inspire99.com/6-key-functions-of-entrepreneur-to-build-a-startup/ https://inspire99.com/6-key-functions-of-entrepreneur-to-build-a-startup/#comments Fri, 02 Sep 2022 13:50:30 +0000 https://inspire99.com/?p=21193 In this article, we talk about the various functions of entrepreneur in setting up and running a business. As you can imagine, the list of functions is innumerable, however, we can classify them under broad segments explored in this article.

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]]> https://inspire99.com/6-key-functions-of-entrepreneur-to-build-a-startup/feed/ 1 21193 6 Must-Have areas in business plan for startup https://inspire99.com/6-must-have-areas-in-business-plan-for-startup/ https://inspire99.com/6-must-have-areas-in-business-plan-for-startup/#comments Thu, 10 Mar 2022 17:07:52 +0000 https://inspire99.com/?p=21178 Business plan for startup: No matter what stage your business is in, the business plan is one of the most important assets. Looking back at my startup fundraising days – I can recall the number of times investors asked us multiple questions on it. Considering that it is the best asset you have as an entrepreneur, ... Read more

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]]> https://inspire99.com/6-must-have-areas-in-business-plan-for-startup/feed/ 1 21178 National Startup Day, The backbone of New India and Golden Age https://inspire99.com/national-startup-day-the-backbone-of-new-india-and-golden-age/ https://inspire99.com/national-startup-day-the-backbone-of-new-india-and-golden-age/#comments Fri, 28 Jan 2022 11:36:38 +0000 https://inspire99.com/?p=21863 It is refreshing to hear that the 16th of January has been officially coined as the National Startup Day as a mark of recognition of the contribution of startups to the country. The PM Office proudly calls startups the backbone of New India. Of course, startups have a huge influence on the economy, creating jobs ... Read more

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]]> https://inspire99.com/national-startup-day-the-backbone-of-new-india-and-golden-age/feed/ 1 21863 When does a startup stop being a startup? https://inspire99.com/when-does-a-startup-stop-being-a-startup/ https://inspire99.com/when-does-a-startup-stop-being-a-startup/#comments Tue, 30 Nov 2021 15:37:19 +0000 https://inspire99.com/?p=21807 The most inspiring dream of a startup is to create a business capable of scaling. The stage where a business idea is beyond trying to figure out what sells for the customer and establishes a niche for itself. The initial stages of a startup are the most important ones because this has the highest probability ... Read more

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]]> https://inspire99.com/when-does-a-startup-stop-being-a-startup/feed/ 1 21807 How to use Product Feedback in developing your startup? https://inspire99.com/how-to-use-product-feedback-in-developing-your-startup/ https://inspire99.com/how-to-use-product-feedback-in-developing-your-startup/#comments Wed, 17 Nov 2021 14:44:02 +0000 https://inspire99.com/?p=21788 I’m a huge fan of agile processes in product development. It’s an iterative process where you develop incremental improvements. These developments are consistently reviewed to see how it impacts the end-user. The review process allows a customer to access the product and provide feedback. You use this feedback to improve the product’s next iteration. The ... Read more

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]]> https://inspire99.com/how-to-use-product-feedback-in-developing-your-startup/feed/ 1 21788 Top 8 Entrepreneurial skills to build a successful startup https://inspire99.com/top-8-entrepreneurial-skills-to-build-a-successful-startup/ https://inspire99.com/top-8-entrepreneurial-skills-to-build-a-successful-startup/#comments Thu, 15 Jul 2021 01:01:00 +0000 https://inspire99.com/?p=21235 Entrepreneurial skills: In this article, we talk about key entrepreneurial skills required to create and manage a startup. As you already know, entrepreneurship has its own set of challenges and risks as opposed to an established business. In this article, we explore the key skills required to deal with the challenges of being an entrepreneur. Entrepreneurial ... Read more

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]]> https://inspire99.com/top-8-entrepreneurial-skills-to-build-a-successful-startup/feed/ 1 21235 5 Reassuring Reasons on Why you want to be an Entrepreneur https://inspire99.com/5-reassuring-reasons-on-why-you-want-to-be-an-entrepreneur/ https://inspire99.com/5-reassuring-reasons-on-why-you-want-to-be-an-entrepreneur/#comments Thu, 08 Jul 2021 01:00:00 +0000 https://inspire99.com/?p=21226 Reasons why you want to be an entrepreneur: As you know, entrepreneurship inherently has risks. Your business idea can either succeed or result in failure. However, there is an urge in entrepreneurship that makes you want to try. Key factors for the reasons why you want to be an entrepreneur are – Passion, desire to create ... Read more

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