Pitch Deck Templates – Using The Pop Up World App

As a start-up, you are going to need to create a pitch deck at some point to present to investors. If you are looking for seed capital to launch or grow, a great pitch deck is essential. In this article, we look at how you can create a stunning presentation from pitch deck templates using Pop Up World, for free.

You can also use our AI Pitch Deck Creator to create your own pitch deck template, read the article below:

Here goes!

Step 1:

Go to the Pop Up World Home page and select Create A Pitch Deck.

Step 2:

Enter your Email Address and a Password and click Get Started.

Step 3:

Click on the desired Pitch Deck Template to download it to your machine.

Step 4:

Once downloaded edit the template to personalise it for your start-up and save it as a PDF for distribution. (You will need PowerPoint). You can alter text, graphics and colours to suit.

And that’s it!

If you want to learn more about how to structure your pitch deck read the article below.

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Once you have created your pitch deck you can blast it to 800+ investors using the Investor Connector app. Read the article below to find out how.

***Disclaimer: This article is not financial or legal advice and is given for informational and entertainment purposes only. Readers should conduct their own research and not invest more than they can afford to lose. Crypto is extremely volatile, and as such can drop in value considerably without notice. Pop Up World has a global presence and is not specifically targeting any jurisdiction with its content. Any crypto references are not intended for UK businesses or consumers. You should always seek legal advice to understand if the use or investment in crypto is allowed in your jurisdiction.

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It starts with an idea. Pop Up World is a platform that helps start-ups and small businesses reach for the stars. No matter what size you are. Use our start-up guide Business Zero to Superhero, Design your Logo. Connect with investors via our Investor Connector. You can start a Website and Domain name. You can Search for and promote your Premises. You can promote your idea for free on our Pop Up World Ads site, you can even form a Limited Company You can also join us on our journey via the Pop Up World Token (PUW).

Online Company Formation – Using The Pop Up World App

Launching your brand new company need not be difficult and starting as a fully registered business has numerous advantages. Businesses launched as a limited company enjoy the benefits of limited liability and the option of easy allocation of shares, handy if you are looking to attract investors for example. If you wish to launch your new business as a registered entity, read on!

If you are unsure as to all the pros and cons of starting your own registered company please read the article here. In this article, we will be diving right in and forming a Limited company using the Pop Up World Company Formation app

Step 1.

Go to the Pop Up World homepage and click on Company Formation

Step 2.

You will see a Search box. Enter the name of your proposed company to check if it is available and click the Search Button.

Step 3.

If the company you searched for is available you will get the following page, if your company name is not available you will be redirected to try again.

Next, you need to choose your required payment option.

a) If you are a UK Company Director – Choose option 1 in the drop-down (£17)

b) If you are a Non-UK Company Director – Choose option 2 in the drop-down (£49).

Next, you need to enter your Full Name, this has to be your real name as seen on your official ID.

Then, your Email Address and a Password. If you are interested in UK Business Banking tick the box.

Then click Submit.

You will need to pay in full in order to continue with the company formation.

Click Buy Now to pay in full

Step 4.

Once your payment has been accepted you will be forwarded to the Registered Address page.

Next, enter your Company Registration Address. This address is important and is where all official documentation will be delivered. You can use your home address or business address but bear in mind this address will be published in the public record on the Companies House website and will be available publicly.

Step 5.

Next, enter your Business Activity. Start typing and select from the options. Then click Continue.

Step 6.

Next, enter the Director’s details.

You will need to enter. Your First Name and Surname if you are the founder.

Your Date of Birth

Your Nationality

Your Country of Residence

Your Job Title

Then click Continue

Step 7.

Next, enter your Residential Address. This is where you live. Your residential address will not be made available in the public record unless it is the same as your Company’s Registered Address you entered earlier. Tick the box to confirm that the person named agrees to become a director of the company you are forming.

Click Continue.

Step 8.

Next, you can add Another Director if required. If you select YES. you will be prompted to enter the Full Name and Address details of the additional director.

Select NO if you are the sole director.

Step 9.

Next, enter the shareholder details. This is the amount of shares you wish to allocate to each director. For example, if you have 2 directors you may want to issue 2 shares with each director holding 1 share each (or 50% of the company each). If you are the sole director you can select 1 share (100% of the company).

You should assign the shares to reflect the proportion of the company you wish to assign to each director.

Select from the drop-down the Number Of Shares you wish to assign to the director named.

Shares allow the holder to share in company profits and vote on company decisions.

Remember, you can change the shareholding at any time. For example, if you take on investors or if you want to add co-founders and need to give them a stake in the business.

Click Continue when completed.

Step 10.

Next, choose your Share Value. The share value is in British Pounds. Shareholders must pay the company the value of all the shares they own. Choosing a low share value means they’ll pay less. If the company is closed down the directors will only be liable for the share value they own. If you choose £1 for your share value the director will only be held liable for £1. (Excluding fraud or any personal guarantees the director has made).

Click Continue when completed.

Step 11.

Next, you will need to confirm all the Persons of Significant Control (PSC).

A Person of Significant Control is anyone who holds more than 25% of the company’s shares. If you have more than one director holding shares you will need to confirm if they are a PSC.

If you are a sole director you will have full control (100%). There select Yes, in the drop-down.

Tick the box to confirm you understand the PSC will be listed in the public record and the person listed has control of the company.

Click Continue.

Step 12.

Next, you will need to confirm to Agree To Form The Company. Tick the box to confirm.

Once the company is formed you will receive a Memorandum of Association, a legal document showing the agreement to form the company.

Step 13.

Next, you will need to Sign and Submit the company formation. Note that once you submit this the application cannot be changed. Tick the box to confirm you understand.

Click Submit

Step 14.

And that’s it!

You will receive your Certificate of Incorporation (It’s like a birth certificate for your company) and your Memorandum of Association digitally. Click the Green Button to access your documents. Allow up to 24 hours to receive your Certificate of Incorporation.

If you expressed interest in setting up a Business Account click the orange button and you will be redirected to a partner site to set one up there.

Congratulations! You have formed your limited company. We wish you all the best on your journey!

***It’s important to note that forming your own company comes with various legal obligations. This article is not legal or financial advice. You should seek advice from a qualified professional if you are unsure of what you are doing.

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Most Profitable Small Businesses

Looking to launch a small business? You might be advised to check which small business ideas are most profitable.

E-commerce Store

The beauty of e-commerce is its versatility; you can sell virtually anything, from physical products to digital downloads, services, or even drop shipping.

Platforms like Shopify, WooCommerce, or Magento can help you set up your online store quickly and efficiently.

The advantages of e-commerce include low overhead costs, the potential for worldwide reach, and the ability to operate from home. With the right products and marketing approach, an e-commerce business can be highly profitable.

Digital Marketing Agency

As a digital marketing agency owner, you can provide a range of services, including search engine optimization (SEO), content marketing, social media management, pay-per-click advertising, and more.

To excel in this field, you’ll need to have a strong understanding of digital marketing strategies and stay updated with industry trends. Once established you could employ a team with expertise in various areas of online marketing. Building a strong portfolio and client base is crucial for success.

Health and Wellness Services

Starting a business in this sector can be both personally rewarding and highly profitable. You can consider a range of options, such as opening a fitness studio, offering personalized training or nutrition coaching, or providing alternative health services like acupuncture or massage therapy.

To succeed in the health and wellness industry, it’s essential to acquire any necessary certifications and licenses. Investing in a professional and inviting space may help you stand out in this competitive market.

Home Renovation and Remodelling

If you have skills in carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, or interior design, starting a home renovation business can be a lucrative endeavour.

To succeed in this field, you’ll need to obtain any necessary licenses, permits, and insurance. Building a strong reputation for delivering high-quality work and completing projects on time and within budget is crucial.

As people continue to invest in their homes, this industry is expected to remain profitable for years to come.

Software Development

To start a software development business, you should have a strong understanding of programming languages, project management, and the software development process.

One of the significant advantages of the software development business is its scalability. You can start small and gradually expand your team and services as you secure more clients.

With the right projects and a strong portfolio, software development can provide substantial long-term profits.

Final thoughts

There are countless small business opportunities, but the five ideas mentioned above offer a strong potential for profitability.

Remember success is not guaranteed, you will need to put in the hard work and market your new business heavily to stand out and gain new customers.

Good luck!

The problem is, out of all start-ups launched, less than 1% ever receive external funding to realise their dreams. For ethnic minority founders, the figures are even lower, with less than 1%, of those 1% of founders finding success.

We launched Pop Up World and (PUW) to address these important issues

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It starts with an idea. Pop Up World is a platform that helps start-ups and small businesses reach for the stars. No matter what size you are. Use our start-up guide Business Zero to Superhero, Design your Logo. Connect with investors via our Investor Connector. You can start a Website and Domain name. You can Search for and promote your Premises. You can promote your idea for free on our Pop Up World Ads site, you can even form a Limited Company You can also join us on our journey via the Pop Up World Token (PUW).

Start-Up Books To Help Launch Your Idea

Do you want to launch your new start-up idea? Unfortunately, many of us have stopped reading books and therefore lose out on new ideas and inspiration. Remember, reading is like Neo from the Matrix. You are downloading someone else’s knowledge directly into your brain! So, buckle up Dorothy…

Born To Shine

Born To Shine by Kendra Scott is an amazing book. She started her jewellery business following numerous failures. She worked hard, and the first business led to failure after five years of effort.

Kendra managed to grow a billion-dollar business in the US due to practical strategies and effort. In Born to Shine, she reveals her struggles and rejections on her journey to achieving business success. Moreover, she shares impressive leadership lessons showing how one can succeed from failures.

Thinking, Fast and Slow

The author of Thinking, Fast and Slow is Daniel Kahneman. It’s a super entertaining discovery book that changes human thinking. Primarily the book features the concepts of psychology and the brain. It will not only help you understand humanity but also help you learn practical lessons about your potential business customers.

Daniel breaks down his business knowledge and gives logic along with a fascinating narrative.

The 4-Hour Work Week

An amazing book by Tim Ferriss. This book will tell you how to restructure your life so it’s not all about work, work, work! It will show you how to build a better business life instead of rushing around chasing a multitude of ineffective business challenges.

Tim shows that the elusive work-life balance can be achieved and is not merely pie in the sky.

Think Like A Monk

Jay Shetty’s book is perfect if you are struggling to find a captivating success guide. Shetty draws on his time as a monk to show how we can draw on our inert power. The book details how to change your mindset to overcome negative thoughts and self-sabotage.

Think like a monk gives you the lessons and principles to launch your idea with a free mind and spirit. Lessons include tips on reducing stress, improving relationships and increasing self-discipline.

The Lean Startup

The Lean Startup by Eric Ries is essential for every budding entrepreneur.

This book will help you identify what your customers really want. You’ll learn how to test an iterate effectively and quickly to save valuable resources.

With most new businesses subject to failure, this book aims to reverse the trend.

Business Zero To Superhero

If you’re looking for a refreshingly honest book that deals with the ugly pitfalls of entrepreneurship, then this one is for you.

The author, Graham Jules LL.B (Hons) is a Business Law graduate and British entrepreneur. His legal experience helped him win a trade mark dispute for this very book against major entertainment company, Marvel and DC Comics Entertainment Inc. The company opposed the book title BUSINESS ZERO TO SUPERHERO, due to their trade mark SUPERHEROES. Following a three-year battle, Graham’s subsequent victory was reported in the national media and news, including the BBC and Sky.

Graham’s story proves that following his methods can aid success in business even against seemingly impossible odds. David can win over Goliath.

Final Thoughts

Now, gather all these books and study them individually to get a better idea about starting and launching your ideas into the marketplace. We wish you all the best and success in your new venture!

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How To Advertise Property For Rent Online – Using Pop Up World

Do you have a property you need to market? If you are looking to increase visibility for your property look no further. In this article, we look at how you can advertise property for rent for free on the Pop Up World Landlord Site.

Here goes!

Step 1.

Go to the Pop Up World homepage and select Landlords

Step 2.

You will see the Landlord site sign up page. Enter your email and a password and click Sign up.

Step 3.

When you click Sign up you will see a verification pop-up.

You will see the message:

Do you want to register as a Start-up/Business, a Landlord or Both? Registering as a Landlord will require a verification process.
**LANDLORDS – You can register as a Landlord or select Both

a) If you want to use other Pop Up World services, select Both.

b) If you only want to use services for Landlords only, select Landlord.

Landlords must verify their details. You will now need to enter your mobile telephone number in the pop-up (Do not enter the first zero of your number).

Select the correct Country Code in the drop-down.

Next, click on GET CODE.

The site will text you a code.

Next, enter the code received on your mobile in the box labelled Enter Code To Continue and click GO.

Step 4.

The screen will now be ungreyed and you will see the Premises Details form

Enter all the details of your premises including:

Address

Postcode/Zip

Price

Availability

A video

360-degree Video

A Description

Photos and a Plan

All listings are self-managed so you will have to deal with any viewings yourself. You can list for FREE or Boost your listing for a fee. If you decide to Boost, just pay the necessary amount when directed and your listing will be promoted throughout the Pop Up World database and you will also be promoted via social media.

If you want the free option just ignore the payment page when redirected.

Click the Blue Post button when you have completed all your premises details.

Step 5.

You will be directed to the Confirmation Page. Double-check all the details you entered are correct. Then select Confirm.

That’s it!

You can search for your premises in the listings by selecting Search for Space on the homepage.

Congrats! You have just advertised your property for free on the Pop UP World Landlord Site.

***Disclaimer: This article is not financial advice and is given for informational and entertainment purposes only. Readers should conduct their own research and not invest more than they can afford to lose. Crypto is extremely volatile, and as such can drop in value considerably without notice. Pop Up World has a global presence and is not specifically targeting any jurisdiction with its content. Any crypto references are not intended for UK businesses or consumers. You should always seek legal advice to understand if the use or investment in crypto is allowed in your jurisdiction.

The problem is, out of all start-ups launched, less than 1% ever receive external funding to realise their dreams. For ethnic minority founders, the figures are even lower, with less than 1%, of those 1% of founders finding success.

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Least Profitable Businesses

If you’re looking to launch a new business you may find it useful to know which businesses are the least profitable. After all, launching a new business is hard so the last thing you want is to find out after all your hard graft that your profits are miniscule.

Beverage Manufacturing

The potential is so appealing, that launching your own drinks brand could mean selling millions of bottles worldwide. But, wait. The competition is pretty fierce and there are many large brands to compete with. Furthermore, your product may have a limited shelf life. If it’s alcohol-based you will need to take into consideration licensing laws, including registration. People will usually only drink brands that they trust, so will have to spend a huge amount on marketing to launch your product. Taking all that into consideration beverage manufacturing can have profit margins as little as 1%.

Grocery Stores

Thinking of starting a grocery store? Think carefully. Grocery stores can have a pre-tax profit of as little as 2%. The grocery market is often competitive with large operators fulfilling most of your potential client’s needs. Also, food items have a sell-by date. If you don’t sell you will literally be throwing money away. Unless you have a truly ground-breaking proposition, stay clear of this one.

Real Estate Services Business

At first glance, a property services business may appear attractive. The start-up costs can be reasonable and the training to become an agent shifting client’s properties for rent or sale can be reasonable too. However, many large players in the market have been established for many years. It will be very difficult to differentiate yourself from the crowd and you may find it difficult to attract both landlords and tenants.

Bakeries

Have a passion for baking? Think carefully before you launch. The issue with bakeries is the large overhead costs. You will be spending a large amount on electricity or gas to bake your goodies. You may need specialised equipment and premises. The items are perishable and you will need to comply with food safety laws. You will also need to take into consideration packaging costs. All in all, probably not worth it unless you provide a high-end bespoke service to high-paying clients.

Retail

If you are planning to launch anything in the retail sector you need to think carefully. Footfall is down in most towns across the globe. Depending on where you live shop rents can be high and you will have business rates and other overheads to consider. Your main competitor will be the large online retailers such as Amazon, eBay etc. Unless your idea is amazingly unique and is likely to draw in customers for the experience rather than the goods, it’s probably not worth it.

Final thoughts

Sometimes having a passion is simply not enough. If you are considering any of the businesses above you need to check your business plan to ensure you have something unique that will attract customers. Do plenty of research to ensure that there is a demand for your offering.

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It starts with an idea. Pop Up World is a platform that helps start-ups and small businesses reach for the stars. No matter what size you are. Use our start-up guide Business Zero to Superhero, Design your Logo. Connect with investors via our Investor Connector. You can start a Website and Domain name. You can Search for and promote your Premises. You can promote your idea for free on our Pop Up World Ads site, you can even form a Limited Company You can also join us on our journey via the Pop Up World Token (PUW).

***Disclaimer: This article is not financial advice and is given for informational and entertainment purposes only. Readers should conduct their own research and not invest more than they can afford to lose. Crypto is extremely volatile, and as such can drop in value considerably without notice. Pop Up World has a global presence and is not specifically targeting any jurisdiction with its content. Any crypto references are not intended for UK businesses or consumers. You should always seek legal advice to understand if the use or investment in crypto is allowed in your jurisdiction.

How To Find Investors Using The Investor Connector App?

As a shiny new start-up, you may have reached the point where you need some investment capital to turbo-charge your growth. The problem is, that you may not have the necessary contacts or the time to hunt down suitable investors. Enter Investor Connector, an app that can take the heavy lifting out of marketing your pitch deck to investors.

Remember, all investors on the Investor Connector platform are verified VC’s and Angel investors that cater to early-stage start-ups. As always, your success rate will depend on the quality of your pitch.

So, here goes.

Step 1.

Select funding and Investors on the Pop Up World home page

Step 2.

Click the Blue ‘Learn More’ buttons until you see the grey login page.

Enter your email address and password and click Sign Up. You will not be able to continue until you complete this step.

Step 3.

Fill out the simple form with your start-up details. Don’t forget your location and currency.

Select all sectors that apply to your start-up.

Step 4.

You will need to enter:

a) A brief description, and elevator pitch of your start-up. Make it catchy this is what investors will see!

b) Upload your Pitch Deck in PDF format. If you don’t have one yet click here.

c) Agree to Terms and Conditions

d) Upload your Logo. This is important, potential investors will see this. If you don’t have a logo click here

e) If you require advanced options such as Enhanced Reporting or Investor List Contact Data or you wish to pay in PUW Tokens select those options

Step 5.

Once you have filled out all the necessary options the Send To Investors button will go blue

Your pitch will be processed, please be patient and wait for the process to complete. The app will create your promotion and will be formatting your campaign. Once completed you will be forwarded to the Payment Page.

If you selected PUW tokens as an option of payment you will be forwarded instructions on how to obtain and send your PUW tokens.

And that’s it!

Once your campaign is live, Investors will contact you directly or contact you via the Investor Connector app. You will get access to a Stats Page where you will be able to see all messages and contact details of investors who have expressed an interest.

Final thoughts

Finding investors for a business does not have to be an arduous task. Remember, only 1% of start-ups receive external funding. Increase your chances of success by making your pitch deck available for review by 800+ investors worldwide.

Good luck!

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***Disclaimer: This article is not financial advice and is given for informational and entertainment purposes only. Readers should conduct their own research and not invest more than they can afford to lose. Crypto is extremely volatile, and as such can drop in value considerably without notice. Pop Up World has a global presence and is not specifically targeting any jurisdiction with its content. Any crypto references are not intended for UK businesses or consumers. You should always seek legal advice to understand if the use or investment in crypto is allowed in your jurisdiction.

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Essential Small Business Tools

OK, so you’re thinking of becoming an entrepreneur or starting a small business? Did you know there are some essential tools that every entrepreneur will need? The sooner you implement these tools the easier it will be to grow your business successfully.

Want to find out more? Here goes!

Email marketing tools

OK, so it’s not as sexy as the latest phone or laptop but getting the right email marketing software for your start-up will literally help you to grow your business from scratch. If you have started a business already and you are not collecting client contacts you need to start right away!

Email marketing tools can act as a database for all your potential clients (leads) and be used to contact them with useful information including new products, special offers and high-quality content.

Having some kind of email marketing software is essential if you want to grow your start-up systemically, otherwise sending out marketing emails manually will soon get very tiresome and you just won’t get around to it. This will impede your business growth.

Choose the email marketing tool that best suits your business. There are many on the market, most offer free services that can be paid for as you grow. So there really is no reason not to build a powerful contact list from the beginning.

Some great email marketing tools:

Mailchimp

SendinBlue (Brevo)

HubSpot

Graphic design software

If you are marketing your business effectively you’re going to need some cool graphics to go with your marketing copy. The problem is, as a new business you may not have the resources to hire a graphic designer for every single tweet, thumbnail or email that you send. This is where graphic design software comes in.

Graphic design software allows you to build visually stunning content easily and quickly. The best software comes with templates that can easily be adapted to your needs so there’s no need to be a graphic design expert to put together something great looking.

Some great graphic design tools:

Canva

Visme

Pixellied

Copywriting tools

As a new entrepreneur, you will need to come up with compelling marketing copy to entice your potential customers to buy. It’s essential that your marketing copy is professional and contains no errors. This is where copywriting tools come in. Tools such as Grammarly can check your marketing copy for errors and utilise AI to generate alternatives. Tools such as Chat GPT can automatically generate marketing copy given the right instructions. Copywriting tools have come a long way as AI has grown exponentially over the last few years, there are many free options to get you started.

Accounting software

OK, once again this is not a very sexy option but is pretty much essential for every business owner. As your new business grows the right accounting package will save you a fortune in the long run. Not only will it help you keep records of your sales, cash flow etc. You could also use your software to generate forecasts and plan for future business growth.

Most importantly, you could use the software to file your company accounts or tax returns. If you’re not comfortable filing yourself, having software that your accountant can use to generate your accounts and tax returns for you could save you a bundle in accountant fees.

Some great accounting tools:

Quickbooks

Xero

Sage

Final thoughts

99% of all businesses will need these tools in their start-up toolkit. Getting these from the beginning will help you grow your business successfully from day one. There are many free options and trials available so there’s no reason you can’t get started today!

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It starts with an idea. Pop Up World is a platform that helps start-ups and small businesses reach for the stars. No matter what size you are. Use our start-up guide Business Zero to Superhero, Design your Logo. Connect with investors via our Investor Connector. You can start a Website and Domain name. You can Search for and promote your Premises. You can promote your idea for free on our Pop Up World Ads site, you can even form a Limited Company You can also join us on our journey via the Pop Up World Token (PUW).

When Will Ethnic Minorities Get Start-Up Funding?

There is an elephant in the room of start-up funding. The elephant is large, looming and has been lurking around for decades. In fact, this elephant is apparently getting larger but yet this beast is ignored and languishes unnoticed tramping through the fabric of the start-up community causing unseen damage.

This elephant is called ‘funding for black founders’ and in this article, we take a look at this issue head-on and look the elephant squarely in the eye.

The facts

OK, so funding is notoriously hard for all founders. It’s well documented that less than 1% of start-ups of any persuasion (Only 0.05%) ever receive external funding but for black founders, the situation is much worse with less than 1% of that small percentage ever reaching their dream.

When we are talking about ethnic minority and black founders we must differentiate because different ethnicities have varying outcomes. For example, in the UK where black and multi-ethnics make up 14% of the population only 0.24% of venture funds went to black founders.

“While all ethnic entrepreneurs are underfunded, those who are Black experience the poorest outcomes of all.”, said a recent report by Extend Ventures.

In the US, funding for black founders, decreased by 45%! According to 2022 data (CNBC). The impact of post-pandemic funding hitting the already tiny distribution disproportionately.

It’s important to note that Asian ethnicities do much better with 20% of venture capital going to Asian men in the US and 6% going to Asian females. (Forbes).

Why does it matter?

Of course, some will argue that the cream always rises to the top and the money will simply flow to the best ideas but the facts simply do not bear that out.

When we look at ownership of venture capital firms in the US, we can see a staggering 93% of all venture funds are run by white males, while 6% are run by white females. We cannot say that the results are down to merit when 99% of venture funds are run by one section of society.

So, why does this matter? Well, of course morally this is purely not acceptable. The unfair distribution of capital has corrosive effects on communities that are already downtrodden. The lack of successful black businesses has far-reaching social consequences with regard to employment, housing, education and negative outcomes for all communities not just blacks.

Looking at the issue through a capitalist lens it simply does not make good business sense. In the US non-Hispanic whites make up around 59% of the population and the figure is declining. White demographic decline is a phenomenon that is real and the world as we know it is changing rapidly. The world needs businesses that meet the requirements of all sectors of the population, it does not make sense to simply ignore over 40% (US) of the populace.

Worldwide the issue is compounded as it has been estimated that by 2050 a quarter of the world’s population will be of African descent. It’s simply a fact that the diversity of future world businesses will have to be different to survive in the changing marketplace.

What can be done?

Firstly, venture capital funds need to take a cold hard look at themselves. Are they really serving to maximise profits for their investors or are they just “playing it safe’ and betting on the elite? In any case, figures show it’s not working with over 75% of venture-capitalised businesses failing in any case.

Secondly, black owned businesses and entrepreneurs need to look at themselves. With 99% of venture funds run by those outside of the black community, black businesses and entrepreneurs need to look seriously at investing in themselves and each other. It really is the only way to get things moving in the right direction.

Final Thoughts

No more excuses, if as a black business or entrepreneur, you yourself have not invested in another black business apart from your own how can you expect anyone else to invest?

Yes, finances for the black community are tight but there are ways such as crowdfunding or crypto to invest in start-ups with relatively small amounts of capital.

There, we said it. We’ve looked the elephant in the eye and told it what we think. Can you?

The problem is, out of all start-ups launched, less than 1% ever receive external funding to realise their dreams. For ethnic minority founders, the figures are even lower, with less than 1%, of those 1% of founders finding success.

We launched Pop Up World and (PUW) to address these important issues

Earn and help support the Pop Up World Blog and entrepreneurs worldwide by joining our Pop Up World Stakepool! Go to https://popupworld.co.uk/popupworldstaking

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***Disclaimer: This article is not financial advice and is given for informational and entertainment purposes only. Readers should conduct their own research and not invest more than they can afford to lose. Crypto is extremely volatile, and as such can drop in value considerably without notice. Pop Up World has a global presence and is not specifically targeting any jurisdiction with its content. Any crypto references are not intended for UK businesses or consumers. You should always seek legal advice to understand if the use or investment in crypto is allowed in your jurisdiction.

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The Pop Up World Token on Cardano

Get the token on Cardano Decentralised Exchanges (DeXs), MuesliSwap, SundeSwap, Wingriders and Minswap. Or click the link here:

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Pop Up World token has a growing ecosystem

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How To Buy PUW NFTs Or Any Other NFT On Cardano

Contrary to popular belief buying NFTs is not difficult. In this article, we look at how you can get into NFTs in just a couple of clicks.

OK, so you’ve heard all about NFTs or Non-Fungible tokens but why should you buy some and how do you do it?

Well, NFTs are considered a cool way to support artists, collect something unique and increase your social status in the digital age. What makes NFTs different is they cannot easily be duplicated as their authenticity is logged forever in a digital ledger or list called the blockchain.

Due to this, some NFTs may increase greatly in value over time if the artist or project becomes popular and gains a following. Of course, the value of such ‘investments’ can also go down, so NFTs should not be considered as a sole investment strategy. But if you are into the artist and like the collection it would be a great way to support a project or artist with the possibility of some gains in the future.

How To Start?

There are several blockchains that support NFTs but in this article, we will be looking at the Cardano blockchain and the NFT marketplace https://www.jpg.store/

jpg.store is probably in our opinion the best NFT marketplace on Cardano, it’s easy to navigate and most importantly, offers several ways to purchase your shiny new NFTs not just the Cardano native token ADA.

So here goes!

Step 1.

Go to:

https://www.jpg.store/

Navigate to the top of the page and enter the name of the collection or a keyword for what you are looking for. In this example, we will search for the Pop Up World collection Zero To Superhero.

Click on the project title.

Step 2.

Once you have clicked on your desired project you will see the project collection page that will list all the NFTs available in the collection with the price listed in ADA.

ADA is the native currency of Cardano, don’t worry if you don’t have any ADA we’ll look at your options next.

Step 3.

Browse the collection page and find an NFT that you like the look of. Click on the yellow button dropdown to show your purchase options. You can buy the NFT with ADA, a normal credit card, Solana or Ethereum. Here we will pay with a card as an example.

Step 4.

You will need a Cardano-supported wallet to send the NFT to once purchased.

If you are new to Cardano don’t worry, you have a couple of options:

a) You can read the article (Here) on how to set up a Cardano wallet

https://popupworld.org/2022/05/10/best-way-to-create-a-crypto-cardano-wallet-and-fund-it-with-ada-easy-steps/

b) The jpg.store app can store your new NFT for you.

Enter your email address and Cardano Wallet address if you have one and select Click Pay with card and you’re done!

Final thoughts

Don’t let anyone tell you crypto is difficult to get into. By following these simple steps thousands of collectible NFTs are at your fingertips. Happy hunting!

***Disclaimer: This article is not financial advice and is given for informational and entertainment purposes only. Readers should conduct their own research and not invest more than they can afford to lose. Crypto is extremely volatile, and as such can drop in value considerably without notice. Pop Up World has a global presence and is not specifically targeting any jurisdiction with its content. Any crypto references are not intended for UK businesses or consumers. You should always seek legal advice to understand if the use or investment in crypto is allowed in your jurisdiction.

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The Pop Up World Token is designed specifically for entrepreneurs, to store value and to utilise on our platform Pop Up World. Join the revolution in financial freedom today.

The Pop Up World Token on Cardano

Get the token on Cardano Decentralised Exchanges (DeXs), MuesliSwap, SundeSwap, Wingriders and Minswap. Or click the link here:

Get Pop Up World Token

Pop Up World token has a growing ecosystem

Earn and help support the Pop Up World Blog and entrepreneurs worldwide by joining our Pop Up World Stakepool! Go to https://popupworld.co.uk/popupworldstaking

Thanks!

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It starts with an idea. Pop Up World is a platform that helps start-ups and small businesses reach for the stars. No matter what size you are. Use our start-up guide Business Zero to Superhero, Design your Logo. Connect with investors via our Investor Connector. You can start a Website and Domain name. You can Search for and promote your Premises. You can promote your idea for free on our Pop Up World Ads site, you can even form a Limited Company You can also join us on our journey via the Pop Up World Token (PUW).