The Startup Chat 166 - How to Think About Hot Trends in Business & Technology

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In this episode, Steli and Hiten discuss the pros and cons of following technology business trends. Startups tend to just go with the flow in regards to these trends without…

Unfiltered insights and actionable advice straight from the trenches of startup and business life. In this episode, Steli and Hiten discuss the pros and cons of following technology business trends. Startups tend to just go with the flow in regards to these trends without considering if the concept fits their company and is even doable. Listen to learn why it is important to do your research before jumping in and how there is a RIGHT way to implement these new technologies. When everybody's got their eyes on the latest hot trend, look for the out-of-fashion method that nobody cares about anymore. - @Steli Look at a trend through this filter: will it actually solve a problem people have? How…from thestartupchat.com

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