ELECTRONICS 
November 3, 2016 Tablet Market Shrinks as Demand Grows for Hybrids, Says IDC
HIGHLIGHTS Tablet makers shipped 43 million units in the quarter Apple dominated the tablet market with a share of 21.5 percent Samsung shipped 6.5 million tablets in a drop of 19.3 percent The tablet market shrank in the recently-ended quarter, as shipments of bargain-priced computers with detachable screens hit a record high, according to market […]
NEWS November 2, 2016 20 Killer Brand Strategies On Pinterest
Pinterest is becoming a popular way for small businesses to promote their brands and get their names out there. But using Pinterest to successfully market your business by drumming up interest in repining your content isn’t as easy as it looks. There is more to it than simply having a good product. Take some advice […]
ALL DEALS November 2, 2016 50 Unusual Pet Businesses to Start
Love animals? There are so many different businesses you can start that allow you to work around dogs, cats and various other pets. You already know the basics — dog walking, training services, grooming, etc. But there are some more unusual pet business ideas out there as well. Below are unique pet related businesses you could […]
ELECTRONICS November 2, 2016 What if Your Clothes Could Charge Your Smartphone?
What if you could charge your smartphone just by wearing your favorite outfit? It seems far-fetched, but it might not be as far off as you think. Dutch fashion designer Pauline van Dongen has created an interesting fusion of fashion, environmentalism and connectivity. Her startup, Wearable Solar, has developed a prototype for a solar powered […]
NEWS November 2, 2016 10 Online Fashion Startups To Watch
Fashion is a huge industry and it’s growing every day. The global women’s clothing industry, just a piece of it, is expected to exceed $621 billion in 2014. And how many industries do you know of on that scale? Below are some online fashion startups to watch. Those that are experimenting with interesting ideas, and gradually bringing […]
NEWS November 2, 2016 Supreme Court: You Bought It, You Own It, You Can Resell It
This past week the United States Supreme Court decided a case that reinforced the right to re-sell something that you had lawfully bought. Now — you might be wondering what’s so earth shattering about that. After all, hasn’t that always been true? You own an iPad and want to get a new tablet instead? Just […]
CLOTHING November 2, 2016 How to Attract Teens to Your Retail Store
If you are targeting a teenage audience as customers for your retail store and are worried that they’re solely shopping online, you can rest easy. While teens are indeed becoming more likely to buy online than they were in the past, they still prefer to buy from companies that have brick-and-mortar locations than purely online players, […]
NEWS November 2, 2016 Infographic: The Most Tried and Failed Small Businesses
If you are running a small business and have been around for any length of time, give yourself a pat on the back. I’ve been running my small business for 16 years now and believe me, I’m thankful each and every day. I especially feel that way after coming across this small business infographic on […]
CLOTHING November 2, 2016 Young Designer Wows the World of Women’s Business Attire
Creating women’s pants probably doesn’t sound like the most exciting business venture. But professional women might also notice a lack of options when it comes to different styles and types of dress pants. Entrepreneur Eunice Cho noticed this void in the market. She wanted to find pants she could wear to interview for business school […]
CLOTHING November 2, 2016 Spotlight: Lotty Dotty Turns Paper Dolls into T-Shirts
0 Paris is often considered the fashion capital of the world. But big name brands and runway shows are just part of the Paris fashion scene. The Paris scene has also inspired some smaller fashion companies, like Lotty Dotty. Lotty Dotty is a kids’ clothing brand that has a unique line of interactive products. The […]
CLOTHING November 2, 2016 30 Things You’ll Need When Opening Your First Retail Store
Thinking of opening your first retail store? No matter what you intend to sell, you’ll need a lot of different supplies to make your store look professional and welcoming to your customers. Below is a checklist of items that can get you started on building a retail store that customers will love. Opening Your First Retail […]
CLOTHING November 2, 2016 Acupressure Hoodie AiraWear Relieves Tension of Commuters, Workers
That morning commute can be killer. So can sitting at a desk all day. Muscle aches and a sore back are familiar companions to many an office worker or small business owner who spends most of their day sitting. But a new product that will soon be hitting the crowdfunding circuit is promising some relief from […]
