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30 Entrepreneurs Explain the Future Trends They See in Their Industry

Hearpreneur

As big data, social media and flexible manufacturing grow more prevalent, customization will become more prevalent. Real estate professionals are well-versed in determining which properties are suitable for sale or rent. 10- Use of telephone sales and sales automation. Thanks to Harriet Chan, Coco Finder ! #14-

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30 Entrepreneurs Reveal Their Favorite Business or Entrepreneur Turnaround Story

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The sales helped them raise $30K and the attention of a startup incubator, which offered them training and another $20K in funding. Before Jobs returned to the business in 1997, its sales, and popularity all steadily declined for 12 years, nearly driving it into bankruptcy. Thanks to Lorie Carson, Real People Finder ! #20-

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30 Entrepreneurs Say What Changes They Expect in Their Business Due to Technology

Hearpreneur

From managing orders and customer service to connect on social media, technology is essential in managing customer relationships. Since we’ve put so much focus on the technology that could help the customer’s sales process, we strongly believe that the technology could only help us make the best service possible.

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Entrepreneurs Now Start Hyperlocal Then Go Global

Startup Professionals Musings

There is also more going on in every location, so this personal need and super sensitivity to the local community has spawned a new breed of Internet startups, called “hyperlocal.” These hyperlocal sites don’t have to compete with global sites, and always have unique content, community advertising, and local issues.

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Smart Startups Think Global But Act Hyperlocal

Startup Professionals Musings

There is also more going on in every location, so this personal need and super sensitivity to the local community has spawned a new breed of Internet startups, called “hyperlocal.” These hyperlocal sites don’t have to compete with global sites, and always have unique content, community advertising, and local issues.

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Hyperlocal is the Latest Buzzword for Startups

Startup Professionals Musings

There is also more going on in every location, so this personal need and super sensitivity to the local community is spawning a new breed of startups. These hyperlocal sites don’t have to compete with global sites, and always have unique content, community advertising, and local issues. This is not just a fad.

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28 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Business

Hearpreneur

We asked some entrepreneurs and business owners, why they started their businesses: #1- To build a community. I wanted to be a part of a community of consultants that would provide me with the opportunity to build relationships with other practitioners, share lessons learned, and periodically collaborate. Photo Credit: Will Bachman.