24 January 2008
How to Build a Web Start-up, Part 1
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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24 January 2008
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.
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
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 ;)
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.
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.
Greg
# January 24, 2008 - 4:20 pm
Thanks Ryan!
The websites you list are very useful.
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. [...]
JohnofScribbleSheet
# January 28, 2008 - 1:22 pm
Thanks for the tips
rama
# February 1, 2008 - 5:37 pm
Nicely explained. Thank you very much for the knowledge.
James
# February 4, 2008 - 2:41 pm
Good stuff, i never actually realised you guys were in Bath – small world!
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?