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24 January 2008

How to Build a Web Start-up, Part 1

By Ryan

I just finished my first episode of How to Build a Web Start-up, where I share tips for starting quickly and cheaply, and how to create your first cashflow spreadsheet.

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  Phil Powell

  # January 24, 2008 - 11:32 am

  Nice little episode and some really useful tips Ryan – I love this type of home-grown programme: pick a targeted subject and talk in real terms.

  Can I suggest that you invest in a clip-on mic? The improved sound quality would add so much more to the presentation, and I’m sure would give you more confidence when you hear the improvement it makes.

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  Ryan

  # January 24, 2008 - 11:35 am

  Hey Phil,

  Thanks for the kind words. I’ll check into a clip mic. I appreciate the suggestion.

  Best,
  Ryan

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  Sean Johnson

  # January 24, 2008 - 11:37 am

  great idea – looking forward to the next chapter!
  it’s good to see a focus on those little things that people forget, like bank charges and contingency on your expenses.

  good use of your blackwall too ;)

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  Angus

  # January 24, 2008 - 11:54 am

  Nice, wish someone had given me that when we started.

  I’ve published my startup cashflow spreadsheet on scribd. See angusbradley.com for a copy.

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  Jason Sadler

  # January 24, 2008 - 2:25 pm

  As always a great resource for up-and-coming companies.

  Congrats on expanding by the way, hope to see you guys in Miami.

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  Greg

  # January 24, 2008 - 4:20 pm

  Thanks Ryan!
  The websites you list are very useful.

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  Carsonified posts more advice on how to start your web company » Crossbone Systems

  # January 26, 2008 - 10:10 am

  [...] Ryan Carson just posted a link to a short video he’s made listing some top money-saving tips for starting up a web company. He also talks through a useful spreadsheet that helps you plan your cash flow for the first year.  Check it out. [...]

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  JohnofScribbleSheet

  # January 28, 2008 - 1:22 pm

  Thanks for the tips

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  rama

  # February 1, 2008 - 5:37 pm

  Nicely explained. Thank you very much for the knowledge.

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  James

  # February 4, 2008 - 2:41 pm

  Good stuff, i never actually realised you guys were in Bath – small world!

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  Fat Vegan Bastard

  # February 9, 2008 - 2:24 pm

  Just wondering if there are any communities around that cater specifically to web start ups other than thinkvitamin?

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