Monthly Archives: September 2023

7 Ways to Implement AI in Your Business | AllBusiness.com

In the evolving business landscape, artificial intelligence promises a future in which tedious chores are automated, choices are informed by data, and innovation is welcomed and celebrated. And there’s no going back—the market will continually become ever more advanced by machine learning and other AI integrations. Leaders of both new and established companies know it is paramount to transform operations to thrive in the new AI era. But how exactly can they do that?

For companies that are ready to embrace AI, the future brings unrivaled promise and opportunity. Here is how all companies can excel in the new AI era.

Strategies for businesses to succeed in an AI world

1. Provide an AI-driven customer experience

To thrive in today’s dynamic market, it is essential for businesses to gain a greater understanding of customer preferences. AI is key for deep-diving into the true wants, needs, and concerns of both current and potential customers, which can give businesses an edge over their competitors. While traditional analytics only offer a glimpse into customer behaviors and preferences (i.e., WHAT they choose to buy and WHEN), AI algorithms provide an understanding of WHY customers choose the products and services they purchase (and pass over others).

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6 Lessons Entrepreneurs Can Learn From Italy | AllBusiness.com

Inspiration and ideas for being a better entrepreneur can come from everywhere, not just the business world. I moved to the south of Italy (Calabria) last year, and I’ve picked up a few lessons that I’m now applying to how I do business. Maybe they’ll help you, too.

1. Connecting people is good karma

We’ve all heard the adage “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know,” and nowhere is that more true than in Italy. It never fails…I mentioned to a friend that I need a dry cleaner/apartment/driving school, and inevitably, that friend knows someone who can help.

They aren’t doing it for gain. It’s just how they’re wired.

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TikTok Shop Introduces Shoppable Videos for Small Businesses | Small Business Trends

TikTok has unveiled its latest venture – the TikTok Shop. The feature will introduce shoppable videos and LIVE streams right into users’ For You feeds, and it already has a massive potential audience with over 150 million users in the US,

With the viral trend #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt, highlighting users’ eagerness to purchase products endorsed by their favorite creators, the TikTok Shop will fundamentally shift the way small businesses approach online marketing and sales.

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Rising Prices on Main Street Erode Small Business Optimism | Small Biz Trends

A decline in optimism among small business owners is evident as the NFIB’s Small Business Optimism Index dropped to 91.3 in August, reflecting 20 consecutive months below its 49-year average of 98.

Inflation remains a significant concern, with 23% of small business proprietors naming it their primary business hurdle, an uptick from last month. Meanwhile, average selling prices are also increasing, suggesting continued inflationary pressures.

Bill Dunkelberg, NFIB Chief Economist, commented, “With small business owners’ views about future sales growth and business conditions discouraging, owners want to hire and make money now from strong consumer spending. Inflation and the worker shortage continue to be the biggest obstacles for Main Street.”

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I was totally wrong about 2023’s best folding flip phones | Digital Trends

I admit it: I got sucked into the anticipation and excitement around the concept of running any app I wanted on the cover screen of a compact folding smartphone. I wasn’t the only one either. The ability to run any application on a tiny, folded-up smartphone sounds — on paper — really exciting.

But then I tried the feature out and realized that I was wrong about folding flip phones in this regard. Actually, I didn’t want to run any app on the screen at all. I only need a few.

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4 things Android phones still do better than the iPhone 15 | Digital Trends

The Apple iPhone 15 lineup is here, which includes the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max. The Dynamic Island and USB-C are now available across the lineup, the standard models get a big camera boost to 48MP, the Pros get the new Action button, and the Pro Max even has a fancy new tetraprism telephoto lens for 5x optical zoom.

While all of this sounds impressive, Apple’s iPhone lineup is still behind the competition. Android phones have had some of these features for a while now — and even do some things a lot better.

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Starting a New Plumbing Business from Scratch | The Startup Magazine

Venturing into the realm of launching a plumbing business is an exhilarating endeavor, brimming with the promise of autonomy, entrepreneurship, and the potential for substantial financial rewards. Plumbing, being an essential service in homes and businesses, offers a vast array of opportunities for growth and sustainability. However, akin to any entrepreneurial venture, establishing a prosperous plumbing business necessitates careful planning, strategic decision-making, and a solid grasp of both the plumbing industry and the fundamentals of business management. So, here’s what you need to know about starting a plumbing business. From understanding the dynamics of the market and legal requirements to formulating effective marketing strategies and cultivating client relationships, these tips will provide you with comprehensive knowledge and invaluable insights essential for steering your plumbing business toward thriving success.

Market research

Initiating your journey into the plumbing business world mandates a thorough and meticulous foray into market research. It’s paramount to comprehend the demand for plumbing services in your targeted geographic area and delve into the intricate intricacies of your potential customer base. This involves a comprehensive analysis of competitors, assessing their strengths, identifying their weaknesses, and understanding their market positioning. This process might take a lot of time and energy, but it’s all going to be worth it in the end.

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7 Common Mistakes When Implementing New Enterprise Tools | The Startup Magazine

Enterprise tools are powerful tools that companies add to their arsenal to manage their large-scale business operations more efficiently. However, enterprise tools are somewhat complicated, so adoption is often difficult too. So, in this article, we’ll cover some of the common mistakes in implementation so you can fully prepare yourself.

Insufficient planning and preparation

An enterprise tool will involve a myriad of your internal teams and departments’ understanding for it to work seamlessly within your current workflow. It’s unlike when you install a new app on your phone and start using it. That’s why you must plan and prepare everyone for the integration of the tool into the workflow.

One of the most common mistakes with enterprise tool integration would be companies rushing into the implementation without thoroughly analyzing the organization’s needs and requirements.

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The Archies: Why an American comic book evokes nostalgia in Indians | BBC News

“Yoohoo, Archiekins!”

If this catchphrase sounds familiar, you’ve probably read the long-established American comic, Archie Comics, which was also hugely popular in India.

The comic is back in the news, with Netflix set to launch The Archies, a musical adapted from the comic, later this year. The coming-of-age film is based in 1960s India and explores teenage themes of love, heartbreak and rebellion through the lens of the Anglo-Indian community. The trailer has already been viewed over 800,000 times on YouTube.

The news of the film has sparked a lot of conversation among fans of the comic.

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Osiris-Rex: Nasa confirms return of asteroid Bennu samples | BBC News

Dusty samples from the “most dangerous known rock in the Solar System” have been brought to Earth.

The American space agency NASA landed the materials in a capsule that came down in the West Desert of Utah state.

The samples had been scooped up from the surface of asteroid Bennu in 2020 by the Osiris-Rex spacecraft.

NASA wants to learn more about the mountainous object, not least because it has an outside chance of hitting our planet in the next 300 years.

But more than this, the samples are likely to provide fresh insights into the formation of the Solar System 4.6 billion years ago and possibly even how life got started on our world.

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