Trends to Capitalize Entrepreneurs

Trends to Capitalize Entrepreneurs

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Solving lots of customers' needs will raise capital[/b]

Professional/sophisticated investments went to firms with lots of customers and the ability to solve those customers' needs in a value-added way.

Business lending requirements will increase[/b][/b]

Looking back, most of the added complexity and loan covenant tightening was in place by the end of 2009. Thus resulting in an increase in the business lending.

The cloud will continue to gain a share of all things computer[/b][/b]

The most common, everyday manifestation of this ongoing trend was watching several entrepreneurs struggle to give up email client only to tell me how much better Google Apps was just a few weeks later.

Social media overload will drive users to the best content sources and filters[/b][/b]

This is in force, but still the next content sources and filters to emerge with a big bash is yet to come.

Being big will become less advantageous to being small[/b][/b]

The playing field is becoming more level, and entrepreneurs are capitalizing on these opportunities.

Focus on relationships will pay[/b][/b]

This has and will always be a true business principle. Building relationships, whether online, face-to-face, through re-seller channels, or some other means, fostering and building relationships will always bring commensurate rewards.

Knowledge workers will take more contract and less full-time work[/b][/b]

Entrepreneurs appreciate the flexibility and focus that contractors bring to their organizations.

Women entrepreneurs are leading the way by sidelining others who deliver similar services leading to expanded business for all.

Bootstrapping makes sense. [/b][/b]

Entrepreneurs work smarter when they don't have a whole lot of money to throw around. A lot of motivation can be uncovered when you have to generate profits quickly.

Social media[/b] expanded the entrepreneur's universe and will continue to do so. Use of these free tools allows businesses to build relationships, establish their brand and have fun too.

More discounts.[/b] Customers are watching what they spend and expect a bargain.

Have fun -make money[/b] Entrepreneurs are lightening up and enjoying themselves.

Personalization leads to profits[/b]. Everyone wants to feel special. Customizing emails with customer’s names, sending birthday cards with discounts, personalizing offers -successful entrepreneurs are jumping on this trend with great results

Use Them to Drive Social Media Engagement[/b][/b]

Consider adding an extra gift or additional dollars off when people who buy also “Like” your Facebook Page or become a follower on Twitter.

Promote Special Packages[/b][/b]

You could put together a package deal or event just for your Groupon deal that is a preview of your business offerings but may not appeal to existing customers.

Help Staff Prepare for the New Business[/b][/b]

According to the survey referenced above, one of the biggest predictors of success is how happy workers are. It workers are treated badly and not prepared, it could hurt the promotion.

Get Repeat Business by Collecting E-mail Addresses[/b][/b]

Have Customers Pay Right on Facebook[/b][/b]

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The possible trends might surely become the latest trends in entrepreneurship for sure [/b][/b]
 
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