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If you're a betting man (or woman), put your money on live video, virtual reality and platform crossover.

While market saturation is often a deterrent for small-business hopefuls, it doesn't have to be. Here's how to compete.

Customer insights. A welcoming environment. Transparency. You don't need to be a rocket scientist to figure it out.

Healthy habits don't form overnight. They need nurturing. They need scheduling. Then, one day, you wake up and, voila! The habit is part of your foundation.

For instance, did you know that an influencer with a smaller following tends to have a greater impact than with a massive one?

As the frequency of cyber-attacks and data breaches grows, the failure to have a plan of counterattack for your company is no longer an option.

These young designers are throwing a wrench into the fashion industry by doing things like helping to save the planet and introducing inclusive trends.

Sure, you already know about GPS. But livestock tracking? Fog computing? Bet you haven't heard of those. You will.

Considering using exercise as a catalyst for success? You'll be setting yourself up for some amazing returns.

From faster-running computers, to devices that unlock at the touch of a thumb, this year's technological changes are guaranteed to have an impact.

Tech-savvy customers are having an impact on the ecommerce world faster than ever.

First, rain deals and coupons. Second, make mobile payments available. Third, get on board with mobile-only social.

Brands are facing more competition than ever. They need help, and these tools provide it.

When new customers Google your brand, do they like what they see?

Mobile marketing will be about connecting with your consumers on an interpersonal level.

Who are you, and what can you contribute? Once your consumer audience knows these things, you're on your way.

Children don't overthink, which seems like the perfect lesson for entrepreneurs.

Are you doing your own fulfillment, for example? That alone is going to stymie your growth.

The economy would gain $160 billion in business sales and $21 billion in tax revenue if workers used all their available vacation.

Entrepreneurs should pay close attention to how these two hotel chains merge their brands and strategies.

Tips for getting user data without ruining the experience for users

To lose, or constrain, immigrant entrepreneurs, would be a significant blow to U.S. entrepreneurship. Are you listening, Mr. President-Elect?

Ever hear of laser curtains? They are something to think about, to keep your employees safe.

Steve Jobs. Mark Zuckerberg. Bill Gates. All dropped out. Should you follow their example?

Marketers need to keep in mind that if they don't get in with VR once it goes mainstream, someone else will.

The gig economy. The cloud. Social media. What aspects of the internet have helped you expand your business?

Start with a story people care about, and don't forget that 'call to action' button.

An interactive experience can boost audience engagement. Are you thinking how to incorporate one?

Use social media to research your customers, yes, but also research your competition.

Given the new web properties and brands Verizon acquired, advertisers will have more opportunities than ever before.