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I have a working prototype, have applied for provisional patent, and don't really need funding (for now). What's next?

Guillaume Kloof I am an open-minded mobile/web app entrepreneur

June 26th, 2017

Great that you were able to develop a prototype, not many people are able to get that far. Before truly getting on the market, try testing out your... More

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I want to Brainstorm the idea of Reverse Bidding for Hotels

Hugh Proctor Hard working, dedicated and innovative CEO / CTO

June 26th, 2017

Hi, I agree with Paul and disagree with Theodore sadly. Sometimes as an entrepreneur we're so desperate to find a gap that we end up inventing on. Okay,... More

Question · Business Development · Company Culture

Is Travis Kalanick’s resignation actually bad for Uber?

Olesya Mayorova QA Lead - Towards Mars!

Last updated on June 26th, 2017

Here are a few things we know about Travis Kalanick: He’s incredible at growing and monetizing a company. He also has bad optics, has made some... More

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Starting a website business or learning about AI and waiting?

Vishal Kumar

June 26th, 2017

Interested to see some responses here. I have an established background in web development and have had some ideas that have failed. So I am still... More

Question · Delivery · E-Commerce

How do negotiate sales and delivery with a super mart

Osabuohien R. Emmanuel Na me be me

June 26th, 2017

I want to create an E-commerce platform for a big mart for online sales and delivery service. I don't know how to construct the negotiations. More

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Internet of things applications dev companies ( software & hardware) would recommend for us?

Chetan Davdra CEO of Analog Method and 1337Lab

June 26th, 2017

Hi Vasilis, I own an IoT development house. let me know if you would like to connect, and can discuss in more detail

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Can any retailer compete with Amazon?

Scott Omelianuk Multi-Platform Media Executive; Creating, Remaking, Managing and Marketing Content Businesses

June 26th, 2017

If by "compete" you mean in revenue or users, not likely. But you can have a successful digital retail business by emphasizing the things that Amazon... More

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I have a working prototype, have applied for provisional patent, and don't really need funding (for now). What's next?

David Pariseau

June 25th, 2017

Find at least one solid prospective client that represents well the market you're targeting and see if can get them to test your product in their... More

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Can BigData Analytics help new businesses by using external data sources? what is the cost of such technical setup?

Andrew Pearson Founder, Writer, Editor, screenwriter, eSport producer

June 25th, 2017

Hard to answer such a broad questions. "Big Data" is such a catchall buzzword that it's kind of meaningless. Do you mean social media data, customer... More

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Is it necessary to be present on all the social media platforms once we launch our product, where still we are just team of two in our company ?

Virtue Nwachukwu Founder, Social media manager, Cosmetologist, Makeup artist

Last updated on June 25th, 2017

It's advisable, though not completely necessary. But products and services with online and social media presence tend to grow faster than those without. More

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I just identified a threat to my business, do I abandon the idea?

Ashish Bhatia CoFounder, UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, Investment Banking Technologies

June 25th, 2017

There will be competitors in whichever field you choose to go. Unless the threat is a legal one (chances of patent infringement etc.) or you are not... More

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I want to Brainstorm the idea of Reverse Bidding for Hotels

IFELAJULO FASINA

June 25th, 2017

i had also been thinking its not workable but the fact is it could distrupt the present models.and it would mean more earnings to the hoteliers that... More

Question · Idea validation · Strategy

I just identified a threat to my business, do I abandon the idea?

Jessica Sirota 15 years Human Resources experience & lawyer

June 25th, 2017

In participating in some idea validation, I identified a threat to my business that is very trendy and has not caught on yet. Do I move forward with... More

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My cofounder won’t leave her day job. What should we do?

Nolan Browne Entrepreneur, Executive & Board Member

June 25th, 2017

Bring the subject up head on. Explain how you see the situation, and that you really need her help if this is going to work. Ask her what her obstacles... More

Question · IoT- Internet of Things

Can Power Line Communication (PLC) play a role in iOT deployments, especially SmartHome and SmartHotels ?

Jeremy Fernando Founder and CEO of Innovative Smart Solutions and Innovative Data Solutions. Expert in electronics

June 25th, 2017

As we know, Power Line Communication (PLC) uses and existing wire for communication but at a fraction of a cost and especially for retrofit installations.... More

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I want to Brainstorm the idea of Reverse Bidding for Hotels

Randy Linder wellness; data science; veganism

June 25th, 2017

I'd love to brainstorm. Great idea. Isn't Thumbtack similar in some ways?

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Can any retailer compete with Amazon?

Rebecca Witonsky Autistic Entrepreneur and Tax Preparer

June 25th, 2017

Yes if they have a specialized skill in a niche market and adequate funding to survive financially for a few years. Also brick and mortar retailers... More