Where Do Great Ideas Come From? Young entrepreneurs share what influences shape their businesses.

By Entrepreneur Staff Jan 31, 2014

Are great innovations the result of inspiration or perspiration? Or both?

At a recent roundtable, we asked several founders from our Top 30 S tartups to Watch where they get their great ideas. Their response? To meld a unique perspective with a strong knowledge of the space you're trying to change. That one-of-a-kind outlook can be magic -- and guide any business.

Take a look at how these companies stay inspired and check out other episodes of this five-part video series shot during the last Empact Showcase held at the United Nations.

Want to Innovate? Get Uncomfortable. (Part 1 of 5)

Why Business Owners Should Study Improv (Part 2 of 5)

Be Careful: Don't Lose That Startup Mentality (Part 3 of 5)

What's Inspiring Emerging Entrepreneurs (Part 4 of 5)

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