Growing a startup is an exciting yet challenging journey that requires strategic planning, continuous adaptation, and a customer-centric approach. Here are some essential strategies to help your startup thrive and expand: 1. Know Your Competitors Start by identifying companies that offer similar products or services. Use search engines like Google to explore industry blogs and…
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Global warming is a scientific reality with increasingly evident impacts, both globally and locally. In the coming decades, we risk crossing tipping points that could trigger devastating consequences for future generations. What are Decarbonization and the Net Zero Concept?Decarbonization refers to technologies that eliminate carbon from production processes. This carbon is typically present in two…
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Did you leave Web Summit with new project ideas? Are you a first-time entrepreneur looking for tips on launching your startup? Whatever your situation, here are some essential tips for launching and securing funding for your startup. Launching a startup is a challenge that requires courage, strategy, and customer focus. Many entrepreneurs fall into the…
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The second call for partnerships has officially closed, marking a successful chapter for digital business innovations focused on Cleantech and Smart Production. With an impressive 27 applications received, the selected partnerships will soon begin their journey to implement solutions aimed at transforming these sectors. The EU-LAC Digital Business Partnerships focused on Cleantech alongside Industry 4.0.…
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If you’re considering presenting your business to investors, whether to pitch an innovative idea or a product that’s ready to launch, understanding the differences between an idea pitch and a product pitch is essential. Idea Pitch When you’re selling an idea, you’re trying to convince the investor that there’s an untapped market opportunity and that…
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Are you expanding your business into Europe? Learn the step-by-step process to achieve success with your product through Product-Market Fit . Achieving Product-Market Fit in Europe can be particularly challenging due to the continent’s cultural, regulatory, and consumer behavior diversity across different countries. However, with a well-structured plan, it’s possible to navigate these variables and…
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Is it time for your business to grow? To achieve sustainable growth, a startup must not only have a solid business model but also generate a healthy profit. For that, it is crucial you do your market research. Here are several reasons why startups should prioritize market research before embarking on international expansion: Understanding Competitors…
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On the way toward expanding, it is possible for business people to commit mistakes. Those mistakes appear to be more typical and happen more frequently as small businesses take their merchandise and services outside of their nation of origin and expand globally. Know what they may be: Not having a plan in place As exciting…
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Is internationalization one of your goals? In recent years, Portugal has been breaking export records. However, success in this process is not guaranteed for all companies, as few manage to achieve sustainable and effective internationalization. This is partly due to a superficial understanding of what the process involves, and partly due to a lack of…
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Did you know that the presence of radioactive waste from mining is one of the greatest environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges? SmartDry, a project incubated at The Venture Builder, provides insights into radioactive waste and how it addresses this issue. The existence of radioactive waste cannot be ignored due to its longevity (half-life of…
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