There are many reasons why business ideas shouldn't be kept secret. Most importantly, innovation is achieved through collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
How to make the most out of research communities
Research communities are generally networks of professionals who collaborate using an online community model that has been set up specifically for research. While they do share some similarities with more typical social media platforms, such as sharing and commenting functions, the key distinction is that the community has a specific focus. Here are some of the benefits of joining research communities and how to make the most out of them.
Diversity within business is no longer a 'nice-to-have' but a 'need-to-have' because you'll understand all customers and generate a deluge of innovative ideas.
Knowing, honing, adapting, and working your advantage will keep you at the front of the pack for a long time to come.
Market research doesn't have to be expensive. Find where your potential customers hang out and go to the places people who might use your product would go to.
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Why business ideas shouldn't be kept secret
There are many reasons why business ideas shouldn't be kept secret. Most importantly, innovation is achieved through collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
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A newly released report says seniors are starting a third of all new businesses, and as the world's population grows older, that number will rise.
From the Opera House to The School of Life, there are lots of workshops, programs and classes where business owners can brainstorm.
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Whatever you think of him, there’s no denying that Elon Musk is one of the most influential businessmen of our time. Here are four quotes proving innovation is key.
Choosing which avenue to take first could lay the foundations for a successful business for years to come. But there’s only one direction entrepreneurs should be tackling as their first priority, according to startup guru Mick Liubinskas.
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As an entrepreneur you should have confidence in your ideas and ability to make decisions, but guess what? It's everyone else's job to put you through your paces.
Procurement is experiencing a meteoric rise to prominence, with over 2.5 million active professionals working in a procurement role across the globe.
For small businesses and startups operating on a shoestring, even small savings can make a big difference to the bank balance at the end of the month and the bottom line at year’s end.