1. If you need something, don’t ask for it (at first): “This holds true for most forms of entrepreneurship: “Ask for money and you’ll get nothing, ask for advice and you’ll get money.”
2. You’re doing this, without or without them (them = partners and funding!): So persevere against odds and entice people to come on board
3. Keep writing short and sharp: Emails that are 3-4 lines max, bullet points and focus are key to successful communication
4. Be empathetic: Stand in the footsteps of your stakeholders to understand what they are looking for
5. Think long-term: Map out goals, partnerships and projects in the long-run
6.Your network is bigger than you think: This applies both online AND offline (you never know where you might meet a great contact or get access to a necessary resource)
7. Crowd fund
8. Be prepared to handle your finances: Consider your costs…
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