1st Flashcards
crowdfunding
an internet phenomenon,where strangers learn about a business online and then decide whether to make an investment or not.
deductible
the amount an insurance company makes a policy holder pay as part of any claim.
default
failure to repay a loan
determination
the commitment to get something done.
differentiated offering
distinguishing a product or service ‘different that anything else’ attracting customers,generating sales and serving as a foundation for a thriving business.
dividend
money paid by a company to a person who owns stock in that company.
elevator speech
a clear,concise and compelling way to describe a business or new business concept in 30 seconds
engaging question
open ended questions that prompt more than a yes or no answer
equity
funds contributed by investors to a business
financial literacy
understanding how individuals and businesses earn money and what they spend money on.
fiscal year
a 12 month period a company uses to report financial results
fixed costs
costs that do not vary based on the units sold by the enterprise.
geaux biz portal
a computer portal offered by Louisiana secretary of state that enables entrepreneurs to go to a single source to learn which forms they need to file .
grit
an individuals self commitment to overcome obstacles to achieve long-term goals .the ability to keep persuing your dreams despite challenges.
guarantor
a credit worthy individual or business with sufficient liquidity promises to repay a loan in the event that the debt holder cant make a payment required