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Analysis
Analysis
Starting a small business can be both challenging and rewarding – find out the reasons why so many people start new businesses each year, what the perceived advantages of starting a business are, and why it may be the right time for you to become an entrepreneur yourself. This channel also provides insight into start-up trends and entrepreneur personality types.
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