StartupBackpack » StartupBackpack http://www.startupbackpack.com Because you need a good bag to put all your goodies in! Fri, 06 Feb 2009 05:02:07 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 StartupBackpack – shift in focus http://www.startupbackpack.com/2009/02/06/startupbackpack-shift-in-focus/ http://www.startupbackpack.com/2009/02/06/startupbackpack-shift-in-focus/#comments Fri, 06 Feb 2009 05:02:07 +0000 StartupBackpack http://www.startupbackpack.com/?p=55 Who wants to hear about business stuff? We don’t.

From now on StartupBackpack will be shifting focus to bring you the best possible solutions for your everyday and specialty handheld carry case.  Backpacks, laptop bags, messenger bags, business bags, sport bags and duffel bags.

With so many choices on the market that might meet your needs at first glance, its important to evaluate the situations in which you might use said bag, and ensure the proper width, height, look and storage compartments are present. And now we are here to help!

Stay tuned. And let the backpack hunting begin.

]]> http://www.startupbackpack.com/2009/02/06/startupbackpack-shift-in-focus/feed/ 0 What do you carry in your startup backpack? An entrepreneurs must haves http://www.startupbackpack.com/2007/12/03/what-do-you-carry-in-your-startup-backpack-an-entrepreneurs-must-haves/ http://www.startupbackpack.com/2007/12/03/what-do-you-carry-in-your-startup-backpack-an-entrepreneurs-must-haves/#comments Mon, 03 Dec 2007 13:00:31 +0000 StartupBackpack http://www.startupbackpack.com/2007/12/03/what-do-you-carry-in-your-startup-backpack-an-entrepreneurs-must-haves/ Entrepreneurs are too busy worrying about the big things, so why must they sweat on the small stuff. Here is a list that StartupBackpack has put together to suggest some useful items for the entrepreneur in the hustle and bussle of starting and running a successful business.
What should every hard working startup king should have with them at all times:

  • Extra business cards in a solid sealed case
  • 3 pens – with caps cause you never know if they will leak, and nothing says slob more than an ink stained shirt.
  • Notebook – small notebook that can be used to jot down quick notes in meetings and thoughts while on the go. It could be a good suggestions to have separate note and meeting notebooks. Maybe a professional looking one for meeting clients with, and a cheap-o $1.00 one for jotting down your every thought.
  • Portfolio – a simple black/brown notebook, calculator style travel case.
  • Demo cds – if you depend on showing your products or services off on your computer think again, what happens if something happens to your trusty laptop and it doesnt feel like working for that special meeting. Also perfect for a leave behind.
  • Brochures – Have something that speaks wonders when printed? Print some up. Keep with common sizes to keep costs low, and dont chince out. After all, this is the product/service you built, and want to remain successful!
  • Blackberry/handheld device – for constant communication on the go
  • Pre-paid starbucks card – gotta have caffeine. Also great when meeting clients at a coffee location. You dont want to be asking your client for change to buy their coffee do you?
  • Suite jacket – a simple and clean cut suit jacket speaks wonders about how you are viewed. Sure, keep those jeans and t-shirt on if you must, but a jacket will make the world of difference.
  • Industry stats/ cheat sheets – great for that surprise call from a new or current client when you are out and about.
  • Contact list – list of contacts that can get them out of a jam
  • Elevator pitch – 30 seconds max, try and keep it to 10, nobody has the time. And the simpler it is, the higher chance that a person will spread the proper word about your company.
  • Gum/candy – icky breath is a no no when it comes to face to face meeting time.
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