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Helpful Tips for Recognizing a Meaningful Business Opportunity

Tuesday, May 12, 2020

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According to the Small Business Association, roughly 50 percent of businesses survive to reach their fifth year. What is interesting, however, is that the SBA’s analysis found that these survival rates generally remain consistent regardless of the overall state of the economy. In other words, lasting success is largely dependent on choosing the right business opportunity.

A key question that all would-be entrepreneurs face is finding the business opportunity that is right for them. Should they focus on introducing a new product or service based on an unmet need? Should the venture an existing product or service from one market and offer it in another where it may not be available?

 

While understanding the basics of running a business is certainly important, your ability to recognize meaningful opportunities will play a major role in whether you author a lasting success story.

Identifying these opportunities is not an exact science, but there are still telltale signs to look out for, and that will be the content of our discussion on this blog post.

 

  1. Seek out noteworthy market inefficiency

Not surprisingly, the best ideas come when you find a meaningful problem to solve. As you might have heard from industry experts, some of the easiest ways to identify these opportunities come by looking at problems within your community or drawing from things you have experienced firsthand.

A big part of why these methods are so valuable is because they help you identify issues that you are going to be more passionate about. As a result, your business endeavors are more likely to be warmly received and create a meaningful impact.

 

  1. Identify successful business models in similar markets

Pay close attention to business models and products that work well in similar markets to your own, but aren’t currently available in your area. Look for ways to bring these concepts to your local market, as they will have a much lower risk than more novel ideas. Bringing an already-successful idea to a new market can lead to incredible growth.

Even in our digital-centric age, many successful businesses are still confined to a particular country or region. This allows you to establish your own similar business in your area. The basic business model and product line have already been proven. Using this model to launch your brand is an easy course to success.

 

  1. Listen, Listen and Listen

When you are targeting potential customers listen to their needs, their wants, challenges, and frustrations with your industry. Have they used similar products and services before? What did they like and dislike? Why did they come to you? What are their objections to your products or services?

This will help you to find opportunities to develop more tailored products and services, hone your target market, and identify and overcome common objections.

And when you are talking to your customers, listen to what they saying about your products, services, and industry at large. Always remember to take note of their frequently asked questions, their Experiences Frustrations, Feedback, and complaints.

 

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This valuable customer information will help you identify key business opportunities to expand and develop your current products and services.

 

  1. There is a healthy market.

Right after you have collated your data from listening to your customers, it is important to do your market research thoroughly.

There isn't much room for growth when you try to enter a dying industry. Looking at overall trends will help you determine if an idea provides long-term opportunities for growth and financial success.

 

  1. It stands out from the crowd.

Money-making business opportunities have key points of differentiation that set them apart from other companies in their niche. This doesn't mean you have to completely reinvent the wheel with your product or service. Instead, you need to find what you do better than the competition.

While a truly unique product will certainly stand out, so too will a much lower price point or higher-quality manufacturing. A unique selling proposition should emphasize your brand personality while appealing to your ideal customer. If you can easily identify what makes you unique, your business is much more likely to be a success.

 

At the end of the day, you will never know if a business opportunity delivers meaningful results until you test the market. However, by using these principles to help you better identify and evaluate ideas, you will be better poised for successful market entry.

Don’t delay when you have a winning business idea in hand. The sooner you act, the greater your impact on the marketplace will be.



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