
The $100 Startup

Partners: [Partner 1] and [Partner 2]. These partners agree to collaborate in good faith on a mutually beneficial project known as [project name]. Overview: [summary of project, including outcomes and expected results] Revenue Sharing: Net income for the project will be split on the basis of [percentage] percent to [Partner 1] and [percentage] perc
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For example, teachers are usually good at more than just teaching; they’re also good at things such as communication, adaptability, crowd control, lesson planning, and coordinating among different interest groups (children, parents, administrators, colleagues). Teaching is a noble career on its own, but these
Chris Guillebeau • The $100 Startup
Remember, first you need to sell what people want to buy—give them the fish. Then make sure you’re marketing to the right people at the right time.
Chris Guillebeau • The $100 Startup
In the rough awesome format, point 1 is the main benefit, point 2 is a reinforcement of the main benefit or an important side benefit, point 3 is where you deal with the objections, and point 4 is where you bring it all together and nudge buyers toward a call to action.
Chris Guillebeau • The $100 Startup
What is your biggest problem with ______? • What is the number one question you have about _______? • What can I do to help you with _________?
Chris Guillebeau • The $100 Startup
“If you make your business about helping others, you’ll always have plenty of work.”
Chris Guillebeau • The $100 Startup
Low startup cost.
Chris Guillebeau • The $100 Startup
An early look at the future. In the first mention of your upcoming launch, you don’t want to give all the details away; it’s usually better to start with a simple heads-up.
Chris Guillebeau • The $100 Startup
Freedom is what we’re all looking for, and value is the way to achieve it.