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Measuring U.S. - Main Report Full
Measuring Broadband America A Report on Consumer Wireline Broadband Performance in the U.S. FCC’s Office of Engineering and Technology and Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau Measuring Broadband America Table of Contents Executive Summary Methodology Figure 1: Network diagram Description of Tests Included in Report Summary of Findings Performance Variation by ISP and Service Tier Chart 1: Average peak period and 24-hour sustained download speeds as a percentage of advertised, by prov
Category:(not categorized)Reads:64Uploaded:09 / 05 / 2011ShareAdd to collectionAdvanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) Investment Feasibility Assessment
This tool will identify the strengths and weaknesses of a business as compared to a model investment opportunity. The assessment identifies the major (not all) criteria that an investor will use to evaluate an investment opportunity in the business. By evaluating the business against these criteria, an entrepreneur can determine their readiness to pursue outside investment. The criteria can also be used to develop benchmarks for improvement in various aspects of the business.
Category:FinanceReads:2,110Uploaded:08 / 03 / 2009ShareAdd to collectionNegotiation Table: Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) Resource
This tool provides the entrepreneur with a structure for developing a bargaining position on specific "hot topic" categories that are common for start-up companies (pre-money valuation, preferences, control structure, etc). This can be used to identify key factors and provide insight into potential issues that may arise during a negotiation with investors.
Category:FinanceReads:1,758Uploaded:08 / 03 / 2009ShareAdd to collectionFundraising Strategy Template
This spreadsheet is a tool that will assist an entrepreneur in formulating a fundraising strategy for their business. Once complete this spreadsheet will provide a clear picture of the current and future status of fundraising efforts and will identify potential gaps and areas of improvement.
Category:FinanceReads:14,876Uploaded:08 / 03 / 2009ShareAdd to collectionCommunicating With Investors
Your executive summary will help get you a meeting with a potential investor. You then need to give a compelling presentation that communicates the most salient points of your business. Learn how to construct an investor presentation that sells your business and generates interest.
Category:FinanceReads:1,517Uploaded:08 / 03 / 2009ShareAdd to collectionExecutive Summary Template
An executive summary is a one page summary of your business. It is intended to give investors a quick overview of your business and help them decide if they want more information. Your summary should be compelling and focus on the most important points of your business. This is the document you want to send to investors to get them interested and get you a meeting.
Category:TechnologyReads:78,472Uploaded:08 / 03 / 2009ShareAdd to collectionBest Practices: Q & A
Some entrepreneurs are great at presenting and terrible at Q&A. Some are the opposite. It is important to shine during both portions of a pitch. A quality presentation shows that you understand your business and can explain it well. A quality Q&A session shows how you process and respond to challenges and gives a glimpse of your personality.
Category:TechnologyReads:2,923Uploaded:08 / 03 / 2009ShareAdd to collectionATDC Best Practices: Elevator Pitch
Can you describe your company in a clear, compelling way in 30 to 60 seconds? Many people refer to this as an "elevator pitch," in reference to a hypothetical situation in which you are in an elevator with an investor and you have one uninterrupted minute to tell your story before he gets off the elevator. Learn how to prepare yourself with 30 to 60 seconds of important information about your company that you can use in various situations and timeframes.
Category:TechnologyReads:3,163Uploaded:08 / 03 / 2009ShareAdd to collectionATDC Best Practices: Positioning Statement
A company's positioning statement is a short statement that defines the benefits you offer to your customers. Learn how to express the essence of your business in a way that is clear and compelling.
Category:TechnologyReads:7,025Uploaded:08 / 03 / 2009ShareAdd to collection
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