Think Carefully Before Seeking Funding (Infographic) Ask yourself some simple questions before you pursue funding.

By Nina Zipkin

Sure, you sometimes have to spend money to make money, but not every funding option makes sense for every business. Think hard about what you want and what your business needs to ensure your project has the resources it needs to grow. This exclusive Entrepreneur.com infographic can help.

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Think Carefully Before Seeking Funding (Infographic)

Nina Zipkin

Entrepreneur Staff

Staff Writer. Covers leadership, media, technology and culture.

Nina Zipkin is a staff writer at Entrepreneur.com. She frequently covers leadership, media, tech, startups, culture and workplace trends.

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