Susan Gilbert January 3, 2021 
Today I have some tools to help startups get off to a growing start with their new business.
Launching a new business or solo venture can be an challenge if you don’t have the right connections. By using the right tools you can accelerate the process and attract leads and investors. There are several ways to make this process a lot easier, even on a small budget. Do you need to get a better launch going for your business? Take advantage of these tools for entrepreneurs, and let me know how these work for you!
1) Research the top tech companies – Index
Getting your new business discovered can take a lot of time and research. Index is a smart tool that will help you keep track of the latest news in your industry such as acquisitions, investments, and information on specific companies. This intuitive software will pull data from several resources on the web and provide valuable insights and functions such as keeping a customer list handy. Create a business profile to help your brand stand out to others and to apply for innovation challenges in your niche.
2) Discover new startups – Startuplister
Would you like a free research tool on the competition? Startuplister provides an easy way to find other companies that are emerging in areas such as tech, SEO, medical and more. Get valuable information on what is trending and vote on businesses that are of interest to you. It’s simple to subscribe and list your own startup as well.
3) Share ideas with other entrepreneurs – Reddit
If you would like great feedback from like-minded individuals on your new business then this is place to be. Reddit‘s Entrepreneur community has over 860,000 members who are either interested in what you have to offer or are starting a new business themselves. Use this platform to gather ideas, generate interest, and gain helpful advice that will steer you in the right direction.
4) A community of makers and early adopters – BetaList
Creating a product that consumers will love is what your business wants in order to be successful. BetaList is a great way to post your idea to thousands of users all from one place. This resource is especially useful for helpful feedback that you can use to make improvements before your official launch. Learn which startups are trending, capture and manage business ideas, write code for static websites, and acquire other companies listed for sale.
Hopefully you will find these tools for startups useful to creating your own venture in the new year. Are there any that you would like to add as well?
Have fun with these tips and tools.
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