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Links on Local Internet & Local Advertising Market |
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Start Ups ·
Internet ·
Mar 01, 2010
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I was research the local internet marketing for ideas on how to build feet on the street. Since local companies need sales people to sell to local merchants, I thought, this industry may offer some good ideas.
I have given a few links below based on the research...
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Judy's Book was in the online local space that failed and the founder (Andy Sack) blogged about his experiences. Clearly trying to build a local business has got to be one of the hardest things.
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Internet ·
Feb 28, 2010
An awesome video from Google that shows how much the mass market really knows about the "tech world"
An awesome video from Google that shows how much the mass market really knows about the "tech world"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4MwTvtyrUQ
Economics of Density, Retailing & Walmart |
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Strategy ·
Feb 23, 2010
Economics of Density can be a solid competitive advantage for geographically impacted businesses like retail stores, restaurants and other local businesses. The core idea behind Economics of Density is that economies of scale in supply chain, marketing & management support are best achieved in tight geographic circles. Its easier said than done because its very hard for businesses to stay focused and expand in a disciplined way.
Take a look at a really great video about Walmart's expansion strategy. Notice how they expand in concentric circles.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGzHBtoVvpc
Thomas Holmes, a professor of economics at ...
Application of the Kiva Model in the Education World |
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Education ·
Feb 09, 2010
I wrote this as an email on Sep 7th 2007 but sharing it on my blog now.
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I am sure many of you may have heard of Kiva before (if you haven't people can fund entrepreneurs directly through micro loans instead of going through banks) . I like the idea because I believe that subsidies should go to the place where it is needed directly.
For non-profits of the future (don't know how far away this is), I think the subsidy should go where the cost/benefit accrues. So, in the case of any organization that runs schools, the ...
