Harley-Davidson’s recent sales stats may be partially connected to the same “complex market situation” that Ducati’s experiencing.

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The American motorcycle industry started only a few years after the concept had been invented in Europe and there is no doubt that keen minds in the U.S. were already thinking along the same lines as the Europeans in the late-1800s/early-1900s.

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One explanation for the divergence is that Americans are souring on the future. Polls show waning confidence in the economy.

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Harleys have been the pride of Milwaukee and America for decades because of their unique motorcycling appeal, which started with the Panhead.

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TVS has launched a new special edition variant of Ronin keeping the ongoing festive season in mind. Priced at Rs 1,72,700 (ex-showroom), this special edition model gets cosmetic upgrades over the standard variants of Ronin. However, specs and features of this special edition model remain the same as the top-spec variant of Ronin.

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The light blanket of dust covering Charles DuBose’s black cherry motorcycle belies the grandfather’s meticulous care of his prized Harley Davidson.

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In a tale straight out of a tech thriller, Kytch, a small tech company, has taken on fast-food giant McDonald's over the operation of the latter's notoriously unreliable ice cream machines. This story is as much about innovation as it is about the little guy taking on the corporate giant in the digital age. Strap yourselves in as we journey over the golden arches and into this Mcflurry of emotions and turmoil. The Ice Cream Machine That Needed Therapy. We have all been in a McDonald’s drive-through on a hot summer day or had a car full of angry hungry family members and heard the infamous words “I am sorry, but our ice cream machine is down.” It is something that has been echoed through the ages, and I am sure at some point would have even made the pope say a curse word and drive off on his Harley Davidson. Keep in mind as you read that broken-down soft-serve machines cost business owners $625 in lost sales per day. That is why a small tech company known as Kytch came to our rescue. Queue the inspirational music. What is the Kytch? Kytch, founded by tech enthusiasts Melissa Nelson and Jeremy O’Sullivan, developed a device designed to tackle the common and frustrating issue of malfunctioning ice cream machines. Their smart device, the Kytch Solution, provides real-time monitoring and diagnostics to preemptively address issues, reduce downtime, and ultimately, ensure that customers can always get their beloved treats such as McFlurries and sundaes. The device connects to the ice cream machines and sends alerts to restaurant owners, allowing them to fix minor problems before they escalate. It seemed like a win-win: McDonald’s franchisees could keep their machines running smoothly, and Kytch would gain a foothold in the fast-food tech market….but like artificial sweeteners and Anna Nicole marrying for love, it was not meant to be. Not Mclovin It. McDonald's did not greet Kytch's innovation with open arms. Before Kytch came along, Taylor had a repair monopoly on the McFlurry machines. When the machines broke down or hadn’t been cleaned, the machine would shut down, and only a certified Taylor technician could troubleshoot or make repairs. Hence the frustration: the machines often break down and a tech has to be dispatched to get them running again. Enter Kytch. Kytch invented a device that allows McDonald’s franchise owners to do basic repairs on the machines and get them running again. Taylor didn’t like that…not at all. Lawsuits were filed, harsh words were exchanged….it was just like a family reunion. Excuse Me, I Need to Speak With a Manager. According to a lawsuit filed by Kytch, they started telling its franchise partners that Kytch devices could cause “serious human injury.” In July 2021, Kytch filed a restraining order against Taylor claiming that the company had stolen Kytch’s trade secrets. Taylor had begun selling a device similar to Kytch’s, and Kytch has alleged that Taylor stole one of their devices and reverse-engineered it. The court granted the restraining order. The fast-food giant issued warnings to franchisees against using Kytch devices, citing safety and liability concerns. McDonald's also partnered with Taylor, the manufacturer of its ice cream machines, to develop their own solution to the problem. Kytch accused McDonald's and Taylor of unfairly trying to squash competition and maintain control over the repair and maintenance of the ice cream machines. According to Kytch, McDonald's actions were not about safety but about stifling innovation and protecting their own interests. The conflict escalated into a legal battle, with Kytch filing a lawsuit against McDonald's. The suit alleges that McDonald's engaged in false advertising, deceptive trade practices, and interference with contractual relationships. Kytch argues that McDonald's knew their machines were problematic and that Kytch's device offered a legitimate solution that the fast-food giant wanted to suppress. In the court of public opinion, the case has significant attention. Many see it as a classic story of innovation stifled by a corporate giant. Social media “Boomed” with support for Kytch, with many customers sharing their own frustrations about McDonald's frequently out-of-order ice cream machines. One such avenue for frustrations is known as https://mcbroken.com/. A website designed to track the machines in real time. McDonald's says that rumors of their breakdowns are greatly exaggerated, but even they have poked fun at the problem. The Hamburger With Missing Pickles. The Kytch vs. McDonald's saga highlights broader issues in the tech and business world. It raises questions about the control large corporations exert over smaller innovators. It also underscores the importance of competition and innovation in improving products and services. For McDonald's franchisees, the case represents a fight for the ability to choose the best solutions for their businesses. For customers, it is a hope that someday soon, the phrase "The ice cream machine is broken" will be a thing of the past. Or maybe it will remain the same. As the legal battle continues, one thing is clear: the digital age has transformed not just how we live and work, but also how we fight for innovation. Kytch’s clever hacks and determination have turned a seemingly mundane issue into a high-stakes drama, leaving us all McLovin' the intrigue. For more information on Kytch and pending lawsuits, visit the links below: https://www.farm-equipment.com/blogs/6-opinions-columns/post/21533-r2r-meltdown-and-a-900-million-lawsuit-against-mcdonalds https://news.bloomberglaw.com/business-and-practice/ex-clare-locke-client-fires-back-at-firm-in-mcflurry-fees-fight In a tale straight out of a tech thriller, Kytch, a small tech company, has taken on fast-food giant McDonald's over the operation of the latter's notoriously unreliable ice cream machines. This story is as much about innovation as it is about the little guy taking on the corporate giant in the digital age. Strap yourselves in as we journey over the golden arches and into this Mcflurry of emotions and turmoil. The Ice Cream Machine That Needed Therapy. We have all been in a McDonald’s drive-through on a hot summer day or had a car full of angry hungry family members and heard the infamous words “I am sorry, but our ice cream machine is down.” It is something that has been echoed through the ages, and I am sure at some point would have even made the pope say a curse word and drive off on his Harley Davidson. Keep in mind as you read that broken-down soft-serve machines cost business owners $625 in lost sales per day. That is why a small tech company known as Kytch came to our rescue. Queue the inspirational music. What is the Kytch? Kytch , founded by tech enthusiasts Melissa Nelson and Jeremy O’Sullivan, developed a device designed to tackle the common and frustrating issue of malfunctioning ice cream machines. Their smart device, the Kytch Solution, provides real-time monitoring and diagnostics to preemptively address issues, reduce downtime, and ultimately, ensure that customers can always get their beloved treats such as McFlurries and sundaes. Kytch The device connects to the ice cream machines and sends alerts to restaurant owners, allowing them to fix minor problems before they escalate. It seemed like a win-win: McDonald’s franchisees could keep their machines running smoothly, and Kytch would gain a foothold in the fast-food tech market….but like artificial sweeteners and Anna Nicole marrying for love, it was not meant to be. Not Mclovin It. McDonald's did not greet Kytch's innovation with open arms. Before Kytch came along, Taylor had a repair monopoly on the McFlurry machines. When the machines broke down or hadn’t been cleaned, the machine would shut down, and only a certified Taylor technician could troubleshoot or make repairs. Hence the frustration: the machines often break down and a tech has to be dispatched to get them running again. Enter Kytch. Kytch invented a device that allows McDonald’s franchise owners to do basic repairs on the machines and get them running again. Taylor didn’t like that…not at all. Lawsuits were filed, harsh words were exchanged….it was just like a family reunion. a device Excuse Me, I Need to Speak With a Manager. According to a lawsuit filed by Kytch, they started telling its franchise partners that Kytch devices could cause “serious human injury.” In July 2021, Kytch filed a restraining order against Taylor claiming that the company had stolen Kytch’s trade secrets. Taylor had begun selling a device similar to Kytch’s, and Kytch has alleged that Taylor stole one of their devices and reverse-engineered it. The court granted the restraining order. The fast-food giant issued warnings to franchisees against using Kytch devices, citing safety and liability concerns. McDonald's also partnered with Taylor, the manufacturer of its ice cream machines, to develop their own solution to the problem. Kytch accused McDonald's and Taylor of unfairly trying to squash competition and maintain control over the repair and maintenance of the ice cream machines. According to Kytch, McDonald's actions were not about safety but about stifling innovation and protecting their own interests. The conflict escalated into a legal battle, with Kytch filing a lawsuit against McDonald's. The suit alleges that McDonald's engaged in false advertising, deceptive trade practices, and interference with contractual relationships. Kytch argues that McDonald's knew their machines were problematic and that Kytch's device offered a legitimate solution that the fast-food giant wanted to suppress. In the court of public opinion, the case has significant attention. Many see it as a classic story of innovation stifled by a corporate giant. Social media “Boomed” with support for Kytch, with many customers sharing their own frustrations about McDonald's frequently out-of-order ice cream machines. One such avenue for frustrations is known as https://mcbroken.com/ . A website designed to track the machines in real time. McDonald's says that rumors of their breakdowns are greatly exaggerated, but even they have poked fun at the problem. https://mcbroken.com/ The Hamburger With Missing Pickles. The Kytch vs. McDonald's saga highlights broader issues in the tech and business world. It raises questions about the control large corporations exert over smaller innovators. It also underscores the importance of competition and innovation in improving products and services. For McDonald's franchisees, the case represents a fight for the ability to choose the best solutions for their businesses. For customers, it is a hope that someday soon, the phrase "The ice cream machine is broken" will be a thing of the past. Or maybe it will remain the same. As the legal battle continues, one thing is clear: the digital age has transformed not just how we live and work, but also how we fight for innovation. Kytch’s clever hacks and determination have turned a seemingly mundane issue into a high-stakes drama, leaving us all McLovin' the intrigue. For more information on Kytch and pending lawsuits, visit the links below: https://www.farm-equipment.com/blogs/6-opinions-columns/post/21533-r2r-meltdown-and-a-900-million-lawsuit-against-mcdonalds https://www.farm-equipment.com/blogs/6-opinions-columns/post/21533-r2r-meltdown-and-a-900-million-lawsuit-against-mcdonalds https://news.bloomberglaw.com/business-and-practice/ex-clare-locke-client-fires-back-at-firm-in-mcflurry-fees-fight https://news.bloomberglaw.com/business-and-practice/ex-clare-locke-client-fires-back-at-firm-in-mcflurry-fees-fight

McLovin' the Ice Cream Hack: Kytch vs. McDonald's in the Digital Age

By now, you probably already know how much I respect brands with strong communities. I truly believe that a genuine . I also know that building that community is extremely hard, and very few are able to nail it. community of die-hard fans is the brand's superpower So today, it’s gonna be a story of a brand that has a big army of die-hard fans standing next to them. Extremely loyal community whose retention is a lifetime! Fans who are so certain about their commitment that they get the brand's tattoo on their skin! But that’s now…And it’s not always been the case. No wonder. The brand has a 120 years history after all. Did you already guess the brand? Today, I will be writing about the one and only - Harley Davidson. Early Days It took 2 brothers (Arthur and Walter Davidson), a friend  (William Harley), a shed, and an idea to give birth to Harley Davidson’s first prototype in 1903. The initial business idea was to attach an engine to a standard motorcycle. The first Harley-Davidson factory was built in 1906 in Milwaukee (50 bikes were produced that year), and the company was officially incorporated in 1907. By 1914, was delivering mail with 4,800 Harley Davidson bikes. Later, the was using those bikes. After that, in the 1950s, used those too. USPS military police departments Let’s fast forward to the late 1960s when the company went almost bankrupt, and AMF (American Machine and Foundry) bought it. Those years seem to have been the worst period for the brand. AMF was manufacturing bowling equipment, tennis rackets, and snow skis before acquiring Harley Davidsson so it lacked the knowledge and expertise for the turnaround. As a result of their severe cost-cutting, the quality fell a lot, damaging the brand's reputation. During the same time, foreign motorcycles such as Yamaya and Honda came to the market with better quality and lower price tags and became very popular. Outlaw biker gangs riding Harley-Davidsons did not help the brand’s image either. Harley kept losing market share, and it was really tough! The Buyback After 12 years of ownership, in 1981, a group of 13 investors bought back Harley Davidson from AMF for $80 million. One of those investors (Willie G. Davidson), was one of the cofounder’s grandsons. At that point, they got a company with a damaged reputation, decreasing sales, and low morale among employees. But unlike AMF, new owners were dedicated to turning things around. So, they rolled up their sleeves and got to work. In order to change things, they needed a complete restructuring, revisiting the processes, and reevaluating everything. They needed a full restart. So what did they do? The Comeback To address the quality of their bikes, they outsourced many parts from foreign manufacturers. Eventually, they started building high-quality bikes again. Then they turned their gaze to the competitors. Instead of trying to fit in and produce bikes similar to those that Japanese brands brought, they decided to stay true to themselves, go back to their roots, and focus on motorcycles that looked like their pre-AMF older models. They decided to completely change their competitive and business strategies and bet on the brand community philosophy. Their community strategy became the core of everything. I guess back then they already realized that, in theory, everything can be copied: models, engineering innovative ideas, strategies, etc. - but one thing that can’t be copied and taken away from a brand is its community. And it worked! As a result, Harley Davidson became a brand that was beyond just bikes. It became an icon of something way more important. They managed to create an extremely strong connection between their brand and its community. But how? In this case, the whole company on a strategic level was committed to building a community, and marketing worked hard on shaping a community-centric brand. Community efforts bring the best results when they are not ONLY a marketing function. They launched HOG (Harley Owner’s Group) in 1983 so they could know their customers and build long-lasting relationships with them. More Than Motorcycles I imagine them getting together and going back to the most important basic question: Why do they do what they do? What are they about? What’s their mission? Let’s check their official mission statement. Here is the most important part of it below: “Our mission: More than building machines, we stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Our ambition is to maintain our place as the most desirable motorcycle brand in the world.” They positioned themselves as being about things that are way bigger than just bikes. “Harley is not automotive. It might have an engine, it might have wheels, and it might run on roads, but that’s where the similarities stop.” -Mark Hans Richer, Former CMO Harley-Davidson Motor Company Harley Davidson’s impressive marketing was able to . They crafted a brand that’s built on (the strong ones!). re-defined brand loyalty and achieved a cult brand status customer loyalty, innovation, and emotions They promote not just a consumer product but a lifestyle and passion. In people’s mind, Harley Davidson is about one of the strongest desires: freedom. Freedom from mainstream values and status quo. Freedom to travel anywhere you want, whenever you want. Freedom of spirit! Harley gives people the freedom to experience an open world. The logo of the eagle and biker clothing supports the trait. Harley Davidson is also about individualism. You can be yourself no matter who you are. Everyone is equal in the community: no matter what’s your status, income, job, race, etc. The “brotherhood” of riders is united by a shared ethos and the passion for the Harley Davidson lifestyle. They share the road, the wind, and the free spirit! Who Shapes Who Though? I would argue that in the community-building effort, there comes a point when you see an important shift, and that’s when you realize that you made it - it worked. The shift is when you realize that the community is the one now shaping and leading the brand. When they become the heroes of the story at the epicenter of everything and choose the direction. IT’S NOT ABOUT THE BRAND itself but rather the PEOPLE around the brand! “People don’t fall in love with products or brands – they fall in love with the people that surround those products and brands, people who let them talk about themselves and feel a sense of belonging. -Ken Schmidt, the former director of communications for Harley Davidson And how do you put a price tag next to something so emotional? Well, apparently it’s to people. And here is why creating that emotional connection and building a genuine community is so important for a brand. worth a lot “If we were rational, logical people, you’d always go with the Honda,” said Ken. “But we’re not. You’ll go with the way more expensive Harley. You could buy three Hondas for the price of one Harley.” Why? Because of the community. You can’t buy community or transfer community – for better or worse, it’s permanently attached to a product or brand. And since that’s the case, it’s best to embrace your community and ensure it remains vibrant and authentic. - Ken Schmidt, the former director of communications for Harley Davidson Aftermath As of March 2023, there are approximately 1.5 million registered owners of Harley-Davidson motorcycles worldwide. Most of these people are die-hard fans who have never even been tempted to check out any other bike out there. Their loyalty is for life! There are only a few brands that people tattoo the logo on their bodies. But in Harley’s case, it’s so common that they have tattoo salons located inside some of their dealerships! I don’t have a Harley tattoo myself, but I am a huge fan of the brand. Freedom and individualism are among my most important values too. So you can say this brand is my soulmate. Well, it’s a wrap. “Meet” you next week with another story. Thanks for reading Non-Fungible Rebels! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Also published here

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While elements like logos or slogans play a role in brand recognition, there's much more to a brand than meets the eye. One such important aspect is brand personality. Brand personality focuses on emotions, traits, and characteristics. This Slogging thread by Khamisi Hamisi occurred in slogging's official #startup-hustle channel, and has been edited for readability. Beyond Logos and Slogans: Exploring 5 Dimensions of Brand Personality Khamisi Hamisi Apr 5, 2023, 7:19 AM What Is Brand Personality? Brand personality refers to the human-like attributes or characteristics of a brand. It's the unique set of traits and emotions that consumers associate with your brand as if it were a person. For example, a brand like Apple is often seen as innovative, creative, and sleek, while a brand like Coca-Cola comes out as friendly, nostalgic, and timeless. These traits form the brand personality, which helps consumers connect with the brand on an emotional level. Khamisi Hamisi Apr 5, 2023, 7:20 AM Importance of brand personality in today's competitive market : Many consumers buy goods or services based on their emotions. Having a brand personality helps your business evoke emotions from consumers. When consumers feel emotionally attached to your brand, they develop loyalty and advocacy. 1. Emotional Connection It becomes easier for consumers to make decisions when they associate your brand with specific emotions. In return, the consumers can recognize and remember your brand easily in this fast-paced market. 2. Brand Recall and Recognition: Brand loyalty is crucial for long-term business. Consumers can become loyal to your brand if they feel emotionally attached to it. 3. Brand Loyalty: Brand loyalty leads to repeat purchases, increased customer retention, and positive word-of-mouth marketing, which are vital for business growth. Khamisi Hamisi Apr 5, 2023, 7:22 AM The 5 Dimensions of Brand Personality Khamisi Hamisi Apr 5, 2023, 7:22 AM What Kind of Personality Does Your Brand Have? Just like people, brands can have personalities too. These personalities are not random; they communicate a brand's value, style, and tone. Here are 5 dimensions and what they mean for your brand: 1. Sincerity Brands that exhibit sincerity prioritize building long-term relationships with their customers. They are often associated with wholesome, family-oriented values. Use real-life stories and examples when creating a sincere brand personality. Also, use a warm, friendly tone and language that connects with your audience emotionally. Coca-Cola is a good example. 2. Excitement Excitement-focused brands aim to create a sense of adventure and thrill, often targeting young and fun-loving audiences. Do some research to see what makes your audience excited. To develop this brand personality, create a sense of fun and excitement. and engagingly highlight your product or services. Use bright colors Some brands using the excitement dimension include Red Bull, Nike, and GoPro. Khamisi Hamisi Apr 5, 2023, 7:23 AM 3. Competence Competence-focused brands prioritize quality and expertise in their products or services and are often associated with professionalism and trustworthiness. To create a competent brand personality, you need to use data and facts to back up your claims and demonstrate your competence in your industry. Share data and facts using engaging educating videos, , or . The possibilities are endless. the company blog start a podcast Examples include IBM and Microsoft. 4. Sophistication Sophisticated brands aim to create a sense of exclusivity and high-end living, often targeting affluent and fashion-conscious audiences. Use high-quality visuals to convey a sense of luxury and exclusivity. Some sophisticated brands include Chanel, Rolex, and Mercedes-Benz. 5. Ruggedness Is your brand tough, rugged, and adventurous? Ruggedness-focused brands prioritize outdoor activities and adventurous lifestyles and are often associated with durability and toughness. Use simple and straightforward language that reflects your tough, durable, and adventurous image, while also appealing to your target audience's interests and values. Examples include Jeep and Harley-Davidson. Khamisi Hamisi Apr 5, 2023, 7:24 AM Conclusion By understanding and leveraging the five dimensions of brand personality, you can create a brand that truly resonates with your audience and sets your business apart in today's competitive market. Remember, your brand personality is more than just a marketing tool. It shows who you are as a company and what you stand for. By developing a genuine, authentic, and engaging brand personality, you can build a loyal following of customers who will love your products/services and connect with your brand on a deeper level.

Beyond Logos and Slogans: Exploring 5 Dimensions of Brand Personality

Welcome back to the Power Leaders series -- interviews with tech leaders who are leading change, innovation and disrupting their respective industries. The past few days have been, to put it lightly, a tumultuous time for the startup world with the and all of the fallout related to that. Over the weekend I reflected heavily on the culture of “startup” and the risk that is inherent in everything founders do. What was once the “thought” of risk in a time where it seemed everyone was closing $100M+ Series A rounds, is now front and center and forcing everyone in the industry to be mindful of every successful moment. collapse of SVB It is important to me to continue to recognize leaders who persevere through tough times, remain focused on their goals and, for some, achieve levels of success despite all of the risk all around. Up next is co-founder and CEO Narek Vardanyan. product concept and validation platform Prelaunch.com Let’s jump in. SE: Thanks so much for sharing with the community, Narek. What innovations are you bringing to your industry? What sets you apart from your competitors? Prelaunch.com is a product validation platform.  Unlike surveys and focus groups, which are based on peoples’ opinions, Prelaunch is based on actual purchase intent. Potential customers are screened by placing $10-20 to reserve a discount if product launches into the market. But more importantly, it confirms their actual buying intent. As the model is based on real buying behavior, there has never been a better indicator for launch success. This changes everything. NV: SE: What is a recent win or announcement your company just celebrated? Why does it matter? (e.g. funding, new product, new hire, new feature, etc...) Funding: seed funding from Big Story VC, Formula VC, Grantaus Ventures and notable angles like Vahe Kuzoyan, co-founder of Service Titan (10B+ company).  Notable Campaigns: ex-Harley Davidson design legend decided to prelaunch his much anticipated electric motorcycle — — exclusively on Prelaunch.com. Other notable campaigns were and Air-to-Water Dispenser. Both launched and generated more than $1M in sales. Kara Water was recognized as of 2022.  CES 2023: As a creative concept for CES 2023 we developed a fun concept of the Gallery of Flops, and featured some of the biggest product failures in consumer electronics of the last 25 years from Apple, Amazon, Nike etc. It got covered over 200 times from top media such as , , , and many more. NV: We raised $1.5m Erik Buell Fuell Fllow Dragonfly Hyperscooter Kara Pure Times Best Inventions Daily Mail Fast Company Wired SE: What pain point(s) does your company solve? Hardware companies are spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on various research and focus group companies. It’s taking a lot of time and the results are not trustworthy as it’s based on peoples’ opinions, which can be biased. NV: Prelaunch takes away the bias by relying on customers actual buying behavior. It’s also 10x cheaper and faster. SE: What are your company’s industry major challenges right now? Product development is a long process. The "lean methodology" is considered a religion in software, but hardware companies still work in isolation without incorporating actionable customers' feedback into the production process. As a result, large amounts of money are invested in products that fail. One third of the entire stock in the fashion and hardware industries is unused stock, which is returned and is not recyclable. NV: SE: What stories aren’t currently being told about your industry that your audience should know? In order to understand the market demand, companies and founders create surveys and promote them in social media. It’s not only can result in wrong answers from wrong people, but is also very dangerous. It can rlead to the false-positive perception whereas there’s not a strong demand in the market, but the signals are positive. As well as false-negative, whereas the product actually has a not bad potential but the audience is wrong and doesn’t engage with it. When somebody pays actual money, it’s when their opinion starts to matter. NV: SE: How do you envision your business changing in the next 3-5 years? In 3-5 years these practices should become a standard for any new innovative product development. Companies across various verticals of ecommerce will prelaunch their early stage concepts, assess the data, meet their customers and confidently co-create meaningful innovations together. NV: SE: What changes do you think are necessary for your industry to stay competitive in current economic times? Don’t work in isolation, don’t assume that the market remains the same and will consume the exact products that were popular last year. But rather, actively engage with your potential customers at a very early stage, get feedback and assess te data. It will help you to not waste precious resources on products that don’t have a demand. NV: SE: What measures has your organization taken to ensure you're driving towards the most important goals? We are implementing what we advocate others to implement. We have a closed group composed from our creators who constantly participate in product creation and actively engage with the testing of new features and in defining the priorities. It helps us not spend resources on developing features that are not the most important ones. NV: SE: Anything else we should know? Prelaunch for Consumers: From a Consumer perspective, Prelaunch provides with an access to the coming soon products of their favorite brands. They can put down $10-20 and reserve a very significant discount if those products are released in the markets. The best part is that there’s no risk and if they change their minds or Creator decides to stop the production, Consumers get a full refund. We don’t give these reservations to Creators (unlike crowdfunding platforms) but keep them on our escrow accounts until they start the shipping. NV:

POWER LEADER: How Prelaunch's Narek Vardanyan Helps Companies Validate Market Entry

The idea of building a community has always been a romantic one in the business world. What if your revolutionary startup concept could bring together a group of like-minded and passionate people? It’s easy to see which companies have successfully drawn a crowd with their innovative ways — think of Apple’s avid devotees, or the many thousands of Peloton junkies. But the best communities don’t always form after the fact. Some of the most successful businesses today set out to build a community right from the get-go; their entire business model is based not around commodity, but community. HubSpot, for example, wouldn’t be where it is today without its community-first growth model. I recently sat down with Lloyed Lobo on my podcast. He’s the co-chair of , a community of over 100k+ founders and tech professionals. Our conversation made me realize that building a community can be just as important to success as the product itself — so that’s what we’re talking about today. Traction Commodity vs. Community: What’s the Difference? The traditional business model is a pretty straightforward one: your business sells a product or service, and then you charge customers for it. This is a commodity-based model on the idea of providing value through an object or experience. But there’s a new model on the scene, and it’s being used to incredible success by the likes of HubSpot, Harley-Davidson, Salesforce, and more. The operates on a different principle: providing value through relationships. community-based business model It’s not about selling products or services — it’s about connecting people with shared interests to create meaningful experiences that go beyond what could be achieved individually. This is the basis of any good social network, but in this case, those connections are made for economic and social purposes. Great Examples of Community-Based Businesses So how does the community-based business model actually work? I browsed around to see which companies are doing it right, and found some pretty incredible examples. H.O.G. Local Chapters One of the most obvious is . When the company booted up almost 120 years ago, it was your classic commodity-based business. But as a fanbase began to grow, a culture formed — and the brand became infamous, as we know. Even people with absolutely zero interest in motorcycles know what a Harley is these days. Harley-Davidson Harley-Davidson’s community is called ‘H.O.G. Local Chapters’, and the letters stand for . The word ‘HOG’ was being thrown around way back in the roaring ’20s when Harley owners dominated racing events. Now, though, the brand has made it an official part of its identity — and being a H.O.G. member has plenty of perks. Harley Owners Group For just $49 per year, Harley owners get access to things like exclusive magazines, roadside assistance, event access tickets, Visa points, merch, and a whole list of other benefits. Family members can even join for a slightly lower fee. Most importantly, members join their local Chapter; they can rally and ride alongside other passionate Harley owners. I’m not a motorcycle fanatic, but even as I was looking through the H.O.G. website, I could feel the energy of the community — and that’s exactly what makes it so powerful for Harley-Davidson as a business. They’re profiting off of the joy and camaraderie shared between fellow riders. And they certainly treat their members well! LEGO Ideas Toys are toys — and like it or not, they cycle through phases. No one plays with Polly Pocket anymore. LEGO has found a way to make itself immortal, though, which I have great respect for. The LEGO business strategy has always struck me as one of the very best. In a nutshell, LEGO has built a community around collection and nostalgia. You can join the and post your designs for everyone else to see — and if your designs are particularly great (meaning you get lots of votes from the community), your design might make it onto LEGO shelves. LEGO Ideas community Looking through the LEGO Ideas profiles, it was clear that most of the community grew up playing with LEGO and are relishing the opportunity to use their old skills on new tricks. Just look at these bios from some of its community members: “I love lego and have since I was a child and I got my first lego set. I have been hooked ever since. Now I share the joy of lego with my daughter and my nieces and nephews. I love to spread the joy of lego. I think it’s the most amazing toy or even just the best product in the world. It changes lives for the better.” — Vonbrikenstein “Since 2014 I have been gripped by Lego fever again. With the Ideas set “Ghostbusters Ecto-1” (21108) I found my way back to the small bricks.” — Hob72 “I’m a lifelong fan of LEGO who has been lucky enough to translate a childhood passion for design into a fulfilling career as an Architect. My LEGO passion was re-ignited when playing with my children and now includes collecting, construction in real life, and digital LEGO design (primarily in Stud.io).” — Jeffy-O “Rediscovered the joy of being creative with Lego and being completely absorbed into the building process.” — Leg0flow Heartwarming stuff, right? But I bet you’re wondering how this all gets monetized. To be blunt, most of the LEGO profits come from their toy sales. However, there’s a definite business strategy to all of this. Here’s how it works: Within the LEGO Ideas community, new competitions and challenges are run pretty much every week. The company posts exercises to help its members level up their brick skills.Members can sign up for free and post their designs. They can also support other creators by voting. For the particularly talented builders, their designs go in the running to be made into real-life LEGO sets (like this awesome typewriter you might have seen floating around the internet!) So, how does it all make money? Well, with thousands of members and avid builders… they’re going to need a of LEGO. The community keeps people buying more bricks to fuel their creative passions. It’s perfect, really. lot Traction Since Lloyed Lobo is the inspiration for today’s newsletter, it’s only right that I mention , of which he’s the co-chair. Traction If you haven’t heard of Boast.ai before, it’s an innovative software that helps companies get the most out of R&D tax credits minus the usual rigmarole. Traction is its community of over 110,000 members — tech heads, business owners, investors, and innovators. The whole community is based around this idea of innovation in entrepreneurship. With industry icons like Jeff Lawson of Twilio, Kip Bodnar of HubSpot, and Julia Hartz of Eventbrite, it’s bursting with the most inventive and hardworking minds. Conferences, podcasts, and webinars deliver high-caliber education to thousands upon thousands of members each year. One of their most recent webinars was run by Vinay Hiremath, co-founder of Loom — so they’ve got some impressive names contributing to the community. It’s a simple monetization process; I imagine there’s a fee to attend conferences and webinars, which provides funds for the company and value to the community members. The members themselves seem to absolutely love the experience: “Traction is THE community to supercharge your business by learning from thought-leaders of the fastest-growing companies in the world!” — Daniel Saks, AppDirect Salesforce and have a very similar setup in which they bring together like-minded people to share their ideas and expertise. If you look around at some of the most successful companies today, you often don’t need to dig too far to find an adjoining community. HubSpot How To Monetize Your Community It’s pretty standard for the community model to use monetization strategies like paid events, subscriptions, and product add-ons. But really, it’s up to the individual business to find out what works best for them. Here are some of the most convincing strategies I found while researching: It’s rarely a good idea to charge a membership fee; usually customers just won’t bother, since they have no proof it’ll be worth their cash. Make the membership free, but lock certain pieces of valuable content (webinars, templates, etc.) behind a paywall. Restricted access. Slashing prices for your members is often the best way to get more sales through the community. Plus, it makes people feel special — which is invaluable when it comes to customer loyalty. Discounts, coupons, and other deals. Offer opportunities for relevant businesses to advertise or showcase their products in forums and other areas of the community. Ads and product placement. This is one strategy that can help if you’re charging membership fees. On the H.O.G. website, there’s a huge list of all the extra benefits you get with a Harley-Davidson membership. It’s certainly impressive, even to an outsider looking in. Make sure your members know what they’re getting for their money. Make your perks obvious. Have you got a product that members can, and would like to, trade among themselves? You can monetize that by adding a small fee for each transaction. Create a trading space. This works particularly well if you’ve got a figurehead within your community who people look up to. Sell tickets to exclusive webinars or even one-on-one consulting sessions with that person. Leverage exclusivity. You can get pretty creative with this. Just keep in mind that the money won’t always flow straight away; community building doesn’t happen overnight. But Is It Worth The Hassle? This is a great question because, let’s face it — community building isn’t easy. Businesses that naturally gather a crowd of engaged users are fortunate, since they can set up a monetized structure around the pre-existing group. But even then, it’s hard to give your community something of value they’ll actually pay for. That being said, the benefits of a community-based business model are enormous. You’re not just relying on a product to garner and maintain popularity; you’re benefiting from the collective energy of people who actively use and advocate for your product or services. It’s a self-sustaining system that can bring an extra layer of profits to your business. Think about LEGO Ideas, for example. They’ve got billions of dollars coming in from toy sales, LegoLand tickets, online stores, and so on. But on top of that, they’ve managed to dredge up an entirely new stream of revenue just by setting up a community for nostalgic builders. Never underestimate the power of nostalgia! And, of course, there’s the added bonus of increased customer loyalty. People who are part of a thriving and engaged community will naturally be more loyal to your brand than those who just buy a product off the shelf. We’ve all seen — customers value human connection much more than they used to. The community-based model provides that connection in spades. the statistics What Will The Future Hold? I truly believe — as does Lloyed Lobo — that future businesses are going to be increasingly more community-based. It’s impossible to look away from the success of initiatives like Traction and LEGO Ideas, and it’s only a matter of time before other companies start to adopt the model. That being said, there are some caveats. It’s important to remember that communities don’t just appear out of thin air; they have to be nurtured with care and attention. You’ve got to give your customers something special — whether that’s exclusive deals or insider knowledge — that’s worth their time. Lloyed also mentioned to me that he only recommends this model to people if they have a desire to bring people together. That’s the only way it works — if you’re passionate about your product and care enough to provide value to a community of users, then this model should work for you. Are you a business-driven innovator? Could ? I’d love to hear your thoughts on the community-based business model in the comments! community be your new currency Also Published Here

Lloyed Lobo Talks About the Community-Based Business Model

Someone commented on LinkedIn that the next big thing web3 startups need to focus on is creating a “ ” and it just triggered me the wrong way. minimum viable community I keep seeing people using this word like a child uttering a swear word for the first time and the parents hastily trying to stop it. Only their behavior delights the sprog and so they repeat it over and over, getting louder and louder, all the while everyone around them standing laughing as the parents crawl into a hole and die. Community the condition of sharing or having certain attitudes and interests in common. Customer a person who buys goods or services from a shop or business. Fandom the fans of a particular person, team, fictional series, etc. regarded collectively as a community or subculture. Cult a person or thing that is popular or fashionable among a particular group or section of society. I covered some of this before in but it’s clear it needs fucking repeating. Chapter 3 Definition — Community: a group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common. Or if you want to break it down, “a group of people living in the same place [echo chamber] or having a particular characteristic in common [being completely fucking gullible]”. I don’t understand posts that claim community, collaboration and co-opetition didn’t exist before web3. They have nothing to do with technology and everything to do with strategy and people. They existed, they always have. You are a customer of Starbucks. You don’t belong to a community. You don’t care about anyone else in that store when you order a latte. You are a customer of Mcdonald’s. You don’t belong to a community. You don’t care about anyone else in that restaurant when you order that burger. You can’t even call yourselves fans. Consumers don’t think how they feel. They don’t say what they think and they don’t do what they say.” — David Ogilvy In these examples, there’s a killer point that I don’t think a lot appreciate — habit. Habits drive a lot more behavior than people realize. When they see others form a habit it encourages a network effect. There’s also one more — blanket coverage. McDonald's and Starbucks are everywhere. There are hundreds of variations of Colgate toothpaste that are all the same just with different packaging and it’s a tactic to shut out other brands from being front of mind. You’re therefore being conditioned to form a habit around a choice you no longer have the freedom to make. You are just a customer with a habit you didn’t ask for. You’re not part of a community. You’re not part of a fandom. But you could argue that the conditioning you’ve experienced is nothing less than cult-like. Sounds a lot like the fever surrounding Bored Apes and Axie Infinity to me. Steve Jobs didn’t famously say “ ” for example and for good reason which I’ll explain below. So many investors have fallen foul of this community phenomenon by using it as a yardstick for the quality of the project. Morons. start with the community and work backward to the technology Let me regale you a tale of yore, precisely 20 years ago in fact. I owned a slightly modded Subaru Impreza Turbo. They were great cars, and it was in Sonic Blue, the same color as the UK P1 variant. I joined , a BBS forum for owners of all things Subaru, and set about learning everything I could about the cars, modifications, etc. Scoobynet I spent hours talking to people from all over the world. I bought secondhand parts from some to modify the car further. I posted about spotting other Scooby’s on the road so I could connect to them and say ‘hi’. We flashed our headlights at each other when we passed one another. We met up in groups and, well, just talked and had fun. Even when I had surgery for a back problem I loaned the car out to one of them whom I’d never met in real life to basically keep the car running tip-top instead of seizing up on the driveway. This is what a group of passionately random people do when they congregate over something they share a love for. Yes, it all sounds incredibly sad but this is community. We’ve existed for some time, odd that. Even in the games industry, as toxic as it can get, there are players who form genuine communities and bonds to the point they become lifelong friends. Harley Davidson is another such example where you don’t just own a product, you become part of one of the planet’s biggest communities much in the same way I did with my Subaru. And when one of them dies they mourn. And they all mourn collectively. You should be lucky to experience hundreds of Harleys thundering down the street to pay their last respects, tens of modified Subarus with that exhaust burble, or hundreds of players who log on and all travel to one location in the game to share their memories of a friend. They all make the headlines. Now let’s turn our attention to what Web3 is about and all this bullshit about community. Because it’s not community. It’s a cult. It’s easy to confuse the two, you’re sharing common interests but at the moment the difference is pretty obvious — web3 and everything it brings to the table is just fashionable for a lot of people without any real connection. You can tell instantly who is really a part of a community or just part of a cult every time to log into a Discord server. The talk is never about sharing personal stories or genuinely being interested in what’s going on with others — it’s about when the next NFT drop is, how best to pump the token, or how to create a pyramid scheme to make money from the next poor sap who can’t afford the buy-in. Owning a Discord server or a bunch of Twitter bots does not equate to a community, and yet so many naive investors fall for this trick. A community actively adds value to whatever it’s attached to, like a community of developers working on an open-source project to improve the software. How many so-called communities are actually just filled with passive lurkers who live vicariously through the actions of others? They cheer from the sidelines but never actively take part or have even bought into the service or project they’re fervently passionate about. Again, how many investors so desperate to have a windfall in Web3 have fallen for this as proof of market validation? How many hodlers will turn up at the funeral of Ape#34574.5 I wonder…fuck all is the most likely answer. Who’s going to care if Moonbird #2342 fell off her bike and broke her back? “Hey everyone, doctors think I’ll never walk again.” WAGMI! People in Web3 are almost like a new segmentation, they sit between being a customer and being the product. They are a byproduct of being part of a cult with the delusion of being a community. It’s not the minimum viable community you’re creating, it’s a minimum viable cult. And you can buy them cheap because a community will stick by you, cults just migrate from one fashionable lure to another for the promise of something better than the last. I’m being harsh of course but for good reason. You can’t even claim to be part of fandom for example because you pump and dump so fast you don’t even care whether a project lives or dies, or care enough to still be a fan years later and admit it. How many of us are still fans of defunct TV shows that passed into shadow long ago but we still talk about them, defend them, and yearn for just one more season or a reboot? ( ) yeah, I’m talking about Firefly lol How many of you will still talk about Mfers or some other shitty PFP project in 5 years time when it inevitably goes tits up and is worthless? “In 1.0, your community is IRL and based on things like where you were born, where you went to school, what sports team you supported, etc. In 2.0, your community was a URL, where you joined interest-based online groups across Facebook, Reddit, Discord, etc. In 3.0, the community is all about ownership. Being part of a community means you’re providing funding to run the community and gaining transparency and voting power.” Do you hear yourselves when you say this out loud? Do you think Starbucks is going to invite you to the next investors' call and ask your opinion just because you joined their new NFT rewards program? And do you finally recognize that Web2 brands using pseudo-web3 principles and technologies are still Web2?! Or are you all part of a cult that’s brainwashed you into thinking you’re really part of a community only to abandon you as soon as the grass turns a different shade of green on that next plot of land in The Sandbox? Also published . here

Dear Web3, You Don’t Have A Community, You Have A Cult

Querido Web3, No tienes una comunidad, tienes un culto

Not a single person on the internet in 2022 can deny that we're living in the age of content overload. Businesses are pumping out email funnels and blog posts faster than anyone can consume them, and the vast majority of it is falling on deaf ears. But there's something we're missing here. What happened to building a community, rather than simply blasting your content out into the void? Where did the element of human connectedness go? Sometimes, content creation just doesn't cut it. Sometimes, we need to bring our business tactics back to the basics; connecting with our clients and consumers on a real, human level. In today's newsletter recap, we'll be discussing all things community – why your business needs one, how to build one, and why churning out content will never get you the connectedness you need to thrive. Let's dive in. Following Vs. Community – What's The Difference? There's a trend running through many of the businesses you see and interact with today. I'll describe it to you, and I think you'll find it familiar. I'm talking about the business that sends out at least a few emails a week, often with conversational language and 'relatable' content. Their social media is sleek and on-brand, with posts that are either educational or aspirational. They might even have a blog. You might even like it. But despite all of this, they feel...somewhat one-dimensional. You have no concept of the person running things behind the screen. Even though their blog posts all start with "Hey there!" and their social media bios tout how much they love connecting with others, you don't feel an iota of authenticity coming through. Why? Because they're not actually connecting with you. They're following a content strategy that's been shown to work, and they're hoping it will result in customers coming to them instead of the other way around. What you're looking for – the part that feels missing – is something most businesses are unwilling or unequipped to provide: a community. Business Can Be A Two-Way Street In 2021, Sprout Social posted their . It gave incredible insight into how social media users want to connect with businesses; in fact, the study found that 64 percent of consumers want brands to connect with them. #BrandsGetReal study What's more, almost half of surveyed consumers want brands to a) bring people together, and b) unite people from different backgrounds. If that doesn't scream community, I don't know what does. Sprout Social even titled one of their subsections 'Connection Is The New Currency'. In other words, we're no longer content with one-way interactions with businesses. We want to feel like we're a part of something, that we belong. We want to be able to talk to the people behind the business and have those conversations feel authentic. That's what community provides: a two-way street where businesses can connect with their consumers and vice versa. And it's a totally doable shift in this day and age; we have greater access to social platforms than ever before. What Do Business Communities Look Like? When I say community, I don't just mean a group of Instagram followers who watch your business stories and leave nice comments. I'm talking about a real-life community where people can gather, share experiences, and support one another. There are all sorts of businesses out there that have built thriving communities around their work: launched the Harley Owners Club, through which the company organizes social gatherings, special events, and more for its community of motorcycle enthusiasts. Harley-Davidson In the fitness world, has built an incredibly tight-knit community of people who share a love for working out hard and supporting one another. actively welcomes design concepts for new products from its community, and works closely with the designers to bring their ideas to life. CrossFit LEGO has an incredibly engaged community of DIYers who share tips, tricks, and product reviews on the Creator's Studio website. The company runs special challenges and activities through the community site and engages directly with its users. Rust-Oleum What all of these businesses have in common is a genuine desire to connect with their consumers. They've realized that it's not about blasting out content and hoping people will stick around – it's about creating an environment where the community can thrive. The businesses that truly stand out here are the ones who understand that their consumer base is humans with feelings and interests beyond the products they sell. They go above and beyond to create a community that feels welcoming, supportive, and engaging. Daniel Kwak, Founder at Motti Partners Capital Today's newsletter is brought to you by an I shared with Daniel Kwak, real estate investing extraordinaire. enriching conversation Daniel Kwak first immigrated to the United States with his family at the age of 5. By the age of 20, he had a negative amount of $187.65 in his bank account – and this, combined with an entire life of financial hardship up until that point, prompted Daniel to learn about Real Estate Investing. By age 23 he had 83 rental units, along with millions of dollars in capital. At age 26, Daniel founded Miotti Partners Capital, a core-satellite fund that has introduced the equities fund management model into the Real Estate space for the first time. He has also traveled across the country training and mentoring hundreds and thousands of aspiring real estate investors. Daniel and his brother currently run an online financial education company, along with a YouTube channel (The Kwak Brothers) that currently has over 200k subscribers. Needless to say, Daniel is the epitome of a success story. He's one of those truly talented individuals who has managed to take a life of hardship and turn it into success. One of the reasons for his immense success – among many, many others – is his commitment to building and investing in his community of followers. Why Community Is Important, According to Daniel Just after the one-hour mark in our Success Story podcast conversation, I asked Daniel about his personal brand strategy and how he weighs up the importance of building a community. "Someone once told me that people never transform based on what you do, but on who you are. And nobody can truly know who you are unless you spend time and sit down with them." This brings us back to the idea that, above all else, your consumer base are just people. They are human. And, as humans naturally do, they crave authenticity. They want to see that you're real, that you have a human side, and that they can connect with you on some level. Obviously, we can't sit down with every single client or potential consumer and have a conversation. It's just not feasible to share a deep and meaningful connection with that many people. But it's about building a community where you can. Whether that's through a Facebook group you actively moderate, or a Twitter chat you host on a monthly basis, community is key. Daniel's Strategies for a Thriving Community As it turns out, interacting with your clientele in person isn't totally out of the question – and Daniel makes it happen. Here are a few of the strategies he's actively implementing as part of his online financial education company, The Kwak Brothers. 1. Retreats Daniel explained to me that, because of the nature of conferences – i.e. a few speakers doing all of the talking – it can be difficult to truly get to know people. So, he hosts retreats instead. "I hesitate doing a conference, but I will do retreats. I have this retreat coming up in November where I'm hosting 35 to 40 entrepreneurs. We just get to dive deep and talk about our businesses individually, and do life together." While there will be some speakers present, Daniel emphasized that the getting together aspect was more important. "I'm bringing in some pretty cool speakers, don't get me wrong. But [doing life together] is what it's gonna be all about." 2. Free Meetups Because the Kwak Brothers are all about educating and equipping people with the tools they need to be successful, meetups are a great way for Daniel and his brother to motivate their community members as they continue their journey to success. "I do a free meetup; I do it twice a month, and if people want to join, they can just go to TheKwakBrothers.com." Meetups are such a simple and effective way to show your audience that you are real, you've got their best interests at heart, and you're willing to take time out of your busy schedule to connect on an authentic level. 3. Giveaway Resources What I picked up from our interview is that Daniel is a totally generous guy. He wants to help others, and he's not shy about giving as many free resources away as he can. "We just released a free course – we call it Basecamp – and it's 50 hours' worth of material on real estate investing entrepreneurship. We have a productivity course on there. I'm filming a mini raising capital course to put on there, and we just give it for free. I try to give as much as I can away, content-wise." While this doesn't directly build community, it does help to show your audience that you care and want them to succeed. 4. The Kwak Brothers YouTube Channel The Kwak Brothers have a YouTube channel with almost 300k subscribers. And, while the brothers don't actively produce videos every day, they do make sure to pop in a few times a week. YouTubers are another example of excellent community builders. You'll find that the most popular channels have a tight-knit community of subscribers who feel like they know the YouTuber on a personal level. They take requests, they ask for input, and they genuinely seem to care about their viewers. On top of all of the other community-building he does, Daniel's YouTube presence is really the cherry on top. It helps to keep people connected with him and his company, and it's a great way to show off the personality behind the brand. What Else Can You Do? I was super appreciative of the conversation I had with Daniel, and it was awesome to hear the many ways that he's fostering a strong community within the business. If in-person retreats and meetups isn't an option for your business, however, what are some other things you can do to foster a sense of community among your customers and followers? Let's take a look. Livestream, Livestream, Livestream! I mentioned it previously, and I'll say it once more – you need to show your consumer base that you are a real, living, and breathing human being. Livestreaming is one of the most powerful ways to do this. You can answer questions, give sneak peeks at new products or upcoming features, and even just have a casual conversation with your viewers. Especially for small businesses, this is a really efficient way to build trust and rapport with your customers. And it's not just one-way either. Ask your viewers to submit questions or ideas, and reward the best ones with a shout-out or even a prize. A Podcast, Perhaps? This is one I can personally attest to. Podcasts rock! I've been able to meet so many incredible people, learn new things, and even score a few business opportunities as a result of my podcast. Not to mention, it's been great for my brand awareness. If you already have a podcast, make sure you're using it to its fullest potential. Are you doing interviews? Are you soliciting questions from your listeners? Are you repurposing your content into other formats (like blog posts or social media)? Get Creative My mind always drifts back to Lego when talking about community engagement. It's incredibly cool that the brand asks its biggest fans to submit designs for new sets. Not only does this create a sense of ownership and belonging for fans, but it also results in some insanely creative designs. What kind of contests or challenges can you come up with? Can you feature customer stories on your website or social media? Is there a product you can get customer buy-in on before releasing it? Start a Side Group Like the Rust-Oleum example I mentioned earlier, some businesses lend themselves perfectly to the formation of an inside club or group. This could be a Facebook group – but a branded website is even better. Think about it – this is a captive audience that's interested in what you do. You can foster a sense of community by sharing exclusive content, discounts, or sneak peeks at new products. You could even go so far as to hold live events (like webinars) or offer group coaching sessions. It also gives your community a chance to self-regulate and interact with one another. They can help answer questions, bond over your products or services, and get lively conversations going. Whatever you choose, the basic element of connectedness and two-way communication is key. Be personable. Be willing to spend the time it takes to build a community around your business. Give generously, like Daniel Kwak – and watch your business thrive. Final Thoughts If you resonated with the very beginning of today's newsletter, know that you aren't alone – and you aren't a bad businessperson, either. It takes a lot of time and effort to create a community around your business; we don't always have the bandwidth to spare for bells and whistles. What I'd encourage you to do is make one small change toward community engagement this week. Create a Facebook group for your customers. Do a 20-minute livestream and introduce yourself. Post a poll on Instagram Stories to get customer buy-in on a new product. Eventually, though, the goal should be to create a thriving community – not just an email list that receives mediocre engagement metrics at best. Build a community, and success will follow. If you were intrigued by Daniel's story, I highly recommend giving his interview a listen. We spoke about his origin story, how he got into real estate investing, the role that religion plays in his business life, and of course, how he's been able to create a thriving community around his business. You can find it . here Have a great week! Also Published Here

Why Communities Are the New Business Currency

Por qué las comunidades son la nueva moneda de negocios

Pourquoi les communautés sont la nouvelle devise commerciale

समुदाय नई व्यावसायिक मुद्रा क्यों हैं

コミュニティが新しいビジネス通貨である理由

Por que as comunidades são a nova moeda de negócios

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为什么社区是新的商业货币

Russia is increasingly isolated politically and economically, and countries are not the only parties choosing to flex their economic might. Recently, some major companies have implemented their own forms of economic sanctions. But this begs the question: Are these companies’ actions a sign they are too big for their own good? Nearly half of professionals in the U.S. (45%) say they do not support the recent bans of Russian state media companies by major social media companies, according to a on the Blind. More than one in four respondents (27%) said they only supported “censorship” if required by a court or legal order. recent user-initiated poll professional social network Earlier this week, internet giants, including Google-owned YouTube, Meta-owned Facebook, and TikTok, blocked channels and profiles connected to the Russian state media outlets RT and Sputnik in Europe amid the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. In the same poll on Blind, the remaining 28% of respondents said they supported companies deciding to “censor” as they see fit. “Businesses are free to refuse content that they disagree with, especially when that content is government produced,” said a verified Credit Karma professional. “I do not support government compelled speech.” The professional at the company described the recent corporate actions as “non-government private actors making decisions for their own property.” The user continued: “It’s called liberty.” financial-technology Others expressed concern with the exercise of what some call the outsized geopolitical influence of companies sanctioning another country as a government might. “Big tech flexing their power into politics is such a dangerous and recent thing we have to accept,” - verified Workday professional The growing list of companies sanctioning Russia At least two dozen major private companies and organizations have stopped business or limited access to their goods or services in Russia. Some of the global companies include: Airbnb Apple Airbus Boeing BP Daimler Truck Disney EA Sports Equinor ExxonMobil FedEx Ford GM Harley-Davidson HSBC International Olympic Committee and other major sports governing bodies, including FIFA Maersk Mastercard Meta Microsoft Netflix PayPal Reddit Shell Snap Societe Generale TikTok Twitter UPS Visa Volvo WarnerMedia The wide breadth of the companies involved, including many large U.S. , has also led to criticism from some technologists as evidence of a “big tech monopoly.” technology companies “All my thoughts and prayers are with [the] people of Ukraine,” a verified Airbnb professional said on Blind. “But this censoring is not going to help them [Ukrainians] and sets a wrong precedent for future cases,” citing the actions taken by Facebook, Google, Mastercard, Netflix, PayPal-owned Venmo and Visa. In the end, the issue may be a problem of our own collective doing. “I’d say they are intentionally performative,” an anonymous verified professional said on Blind, referring to the many companies’ decisions to sanction Russia. “Tech companies should not be the judge of anything or step into politics, but everyone expects [from] them some kind of social responsibility to do the right thing. This means they have to do something to make the crowd not mad.” The bottom line The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has extended beyond the borders of Europe, and companies increasingly have a say. The professional social network Blind found that some U.S. tech giants’ recent decisions to sanction Russia have drawn the concern of some technologists about the influence these companies command. Also published on Teamblind's blog

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Quick Summary: You need to familiarize yourself with many different React elements to develop outstanding React web applications. are at the core of React development. Most developers often confuse the two terms and their functionalities. Here is a detailed for all you need to know: Props and State comparison between React State vs Props React is one of the most popular web app frameworks globally for creating appealing and robust modern web apps for businesses. Since it is an open-source JavaScript-based framework, many developers are also drawn toward learning React. Even though the learning curve with React is comparatively lower than most frameworks, some essential React concepts even seasoned React developers need help with at times. Two important concepts essential to React development are . Many developers confuse the two or use the terms interchangeably, which is incorrect. They work together to achieve many benefits for React development. However, they are fundamentally different concepts. Before we understand the , we should understand these concepts individually first: React Props vs. the React State differences between React Props and State What are Props in React? Props (abbreviation for Properties) are arguments you pass to React components. They are passed through HTML templates and are a method to pass data from one component to another. Props can be compared to functional arguments. They are passed to the component in the same manner arguments are passed in a function. Let us understand how props work step by step: 1. Sending props to a component Adding a “brand” attribute to the Bike element: const myelement = <Bike brand="Harley Davidson" />; 2. The component will receive the argument as a props object Add the brand attribute in the component: function Bike(props) {

return <h2> I am a { props.brand } !</h2>;

} 3.1 Passing data as a string from one component to another Pass the “brand” property from the Garage component to the Bike component: function Bike(props) {
  return <h2>I am a {props.brand}!</h2>;
}

function Garage() {
  return (
    <>
      <h1>Which bike do I have in my garage?</h1>

      <Bike brand="Harley Davidson" />
    </>
  );
}

ReactDOM.render(<Garage />, document.getElementById("root")); 3.2 Passing a variable from one component to another If you need to send a variable instead of a string, you need to create a variable named bikeName and send it to the Bike component: function Bike(props) {
  return <h2>I am a {props.brand}!</h2>;
}

function Garage() {
  const bikeName = "Harley Davidson";

  return (
    <>
      <h1>Which bike do I have in my garage?</h1>

      <Bike brand={bikeName} />
    </>
  );
}

ReactDOM.render(<Garage />, document.getElementById("root")); 3.3 Passing an Object from one component to another Create an Object named bikeInfo and send it to the Bike component: function Bike(props) {
  return <h2>I am a {props.brand.model}!</h2>;
}

function Garage() {
  const bikeInfo = { name: "Harley Davidson", model: "Street Glide" };

  return (
    <>
      <h1>>Which bike do I have in my garage?</h1>

      <Bike brand={bikeInfo} />
    </>
  );
}

ReactDOM.render(<Garage />, document.getElementById("root")); What are State in React? A state is an updatable structure containing information or data about a dynamic component, where the information can change over time. Anytime the data inside these components are changed, State re-render the app to reflect these changes. Generally, these changes in data happen due to user-triggered events on the frontend. State can be considered the heart of React components as it determines the component’s behavior and its rendering method. It can also be thought of as representing the component’s local State or information. State can be accessed or modified only on the inside or directly by component. React State Code Example import React, { Component } from 'react';  
class App extends React.Component {  
 constructor() {  
      super();        
      this.state = { displayBio: true };  
      }  
      render() {  
          const bio = this.state.displayBio ? (  
              <div>  
                  <p><h3>Aglowid is a leading React.js development company</h3></p>   
            </div>  
              ) : null;  
              return (  
                  <div>  
                      <h1> Welcome to Aglowid! </h1>  
                      { bio }   
                  </div>  
              );  
     }  
}  
export default App; For setting the State, it is needed to call the method in the constructor. This is because of this. The State doesn’t get initialized before calling the method. super() super() Changing State in React.js State is different from props as the value of the component state can be changed. We can use method and pass a new state object as an argument. According to , When we change the value of a State object, the component re-renders after which the output gets updated with the new values. setState() React.js official docs class bike extends React.Component {
  constructor(props) {
    super(props);

    this.state = {
      brand: "Harley Davidson",

      model: "Street Glide",

      color: "red",

      year: 2022,
    };
  }

  changeColor = () => {
    this.setState({ color: "black" });
  };

  render() {
    return (
      <div>
        <h1>My {this.state.brand}</h1>

        <p>
          It is a {this.state.color}
          {this.state.model}
          from {this.state.year}.
        </p>

        <button type="button" onClick={this.changeColor}>
          Change color
        </button>
      </div>
    );
  }
} Stateful Component vs Stateless Component in React Components are the core of React development. In React, there is two kind of components – stateful and stateless. As the name suggests, stateful are components that hold some state, whereas Stateless are components with no state. Both these components can make use of props. To understand the differences between Stateful and Stateless components, we need to understand them individually: React Stateful Components var React = require("react");

var Header = React.createClass({
  getInitialState: function () {
    return {
      someVariable: "I remember something",
    };
  },

  render: function () {
    return <img src={"mypicture.png"} />;
  },
});

module.exports = Header; Stateful components may or may not include props but definitely will have State. They have their State that can be changed at any time. Whenever the component changes State, it will re-render to reflect the React web app changes. Such components are helpful when your apps need to respond to user interactions and inputs. This enables React apps to have a dynamic UI with the help of client-server communication, allowing React developers to create dynamic and interactive React pages. When to use Stateful Components When you need to build elements that accept user input like click, press, and more When you need to build interactive elements on your page When you need to pass data that can’t be passed down as props When the data is dependent on State for rendering React Stateless Components var React = require("react");

var Header = React.createClass({
  getInitialState: function () {
    return {
      someVariable: "I remember something",
    };
  },

  render: function () {
    return <img src={"mypicture.png"} />;
  },
});

module.exports = Header; Stateless components can be created using function or class. However, most developers prefer going for stateless functional components as they are easier to understand, write and test. Stateless components are similar to a function that takes an input (such as props) and returns the output (React element). Such components are useful when the developer wants to represent the props and doesn’t need the components to be interactive. In addition, these components are easier to understand and taste than stateful components. When to use Stateless Components When you only need to present the props When creating static elements that don’t need to be interactive When there is no requirement of State or internal variables When you need reusable code Can I use State in all components? State generally could only be used in class components earlier and not functional components. This is also a reason that functional components were considered to be stateless components. Although after React hooks got introduced, State became available for use in class and functional components. However, that creates a dependency, and you can only use State if your project uses React hooks. Understanding the differences: React State vs Props So far, we have grasped the concepts of React props and State in detail and understood the differences between stateful and stateless components of React. We can now make a quick comparison highlighting the differences between : React props and State Props can be empty, although State need an initial value Props don’t need to have any set initial value. State, however, need to have an initial value. For stateful components, the first value of State needs to be declared directly: You can use : for class components constructor() class CalmDown extends React.Component {
  constructor(props) {
    super(props);

    this.state = {
      currentState: "not-panic",
    };
  }
} For functional components, we can set the initial value using React Hook : useState() import { useState } from "react";

function TimeToPanic() {
  // Declare a new state variable, which we'll call "mood"

  const [mood, changeMood] = useState("calm"); // we declare a new state variable “mood” with the initial value equal to 0

  return (
    <div>
      <p>You feel {mood}</p>

      <button onClick={() => changeMood((mood = "the panic"))}>Click me</button>
    </div>
  );
} Here changeMood is a method for developers to update the mood’s state. This component can get the initial state from the parent component. For props we can pass an empty value since they don’t need an initial value. function CatComponent(props) {
  return (
    <div>
      {props.catName} Cat, Eye Color: {props.eyeColor}, Age: {props.age}
    </div>
  );
}

CatComponent.defaultProps = {
  catName: "Sandy",

  eyeColor: "deep blue",

  age: "120",
};

const cat = <CatComponent catName="Milk" />; Here, CatComponent renders all the following strings – “Milk Cat, Eye Color: deep blue, Age: 120”. Here we passed empty values for props attributes eyeColor and age; the component falls back to the default values. The attribute named catName returns the previously assigned value. If we call the CatComponent without default values, it will render “Milk Cat, Eye Color, Age:” React State vs Props – Mutability A major limitation to props is that they are immutable. As discussed earlier, Props are read-only elements for which a component cannot set a new value. React has pure components that don’t alter their inputs or outputs and always display the same result for the same props. If you try changing the value of a prop, it will throw back a TypeError, and that code won’t work: function Add(props) {
 if (typeof props.n2 === 'undefined') {
   props.n2 = 0
 }
 return (
   <div>
     {props.n1} + {props.n2} = {props.n1 + props.n2}
   </div>
 )
} // TypeError: Cannot add property n2, object is not extensible Props are meant to only pass information from one component to the other. Components can’t change their props, but they are still responsible for the props of their child components in the component tree. State, on the other hand, React state are mutable. Stateful components change each time user makes any form of interaction with the app. Also, state components are responsible only for managing their State and have no influence on the child components. Each stateful component is private. React State vs Props – Use Cases Now that we understand the basic differences between , we should also understand their use cases and where using props is better suited than state and vice versa: React state vs Props When to use Props When you want to display non-interactive components and data For passing data from one component to another When to use State For making components interactive Track changing data values of components for their lifetime Update the frontend when state changes Enable users to modify the State – for instance, interact with a contact form or buttons Wrapping up! These are all the essential you need to know to use React components efficiently in your next React project. Make sure to understand the nature, purpose, possibilities, and limitations of both and use them to best suit your specific requirements. differences between React Props and the State Also Published Here

React State vs Props: Understanding the Difference

The annual ranking for top IT outsourcing companies in the USA and Europe changed this year, with ELEKS on the top place. However, the real headline is the global IT outsourcing market itself, which will be expected to grow at a during the period of 2019-2022. CAGR of 4.42% This growth is visible across the four categories of IT outsourcing services i.e., IT functions, business processes, operational outsourcing, and online outsourcing. However, increased reliance on information and hardware technology wasn’t the only thing boosting ELEKS, IntellectSoft, SoftwareMill, Symphony Solutions, ClickIT Smart Technologies, and Code Inspiration to the top ranking charts of IT outsourcing companies in the USA. Behind this success, the reason is that these IT outsourcing companies in the USA and Europe have invested efforts in enhancing their capabilities through upgrading their service model, talent model, intellectual property, and increasing their presence across the world. Also Read About: AdPushup Software India Pvt. Ltd. (Ad Revenue Optimization Platform) Top IT Outsourcing Companies in USA & Europe 2020 Rank 1. (One of the Best IT Outsourcing Companies in USA, UK, Canada) ELEKS Rank 2. (One of the leading IT Outsourcing Companies in USA, Ukraine, Norway) IntellectSoft Rank 3. (IT Outsourcing Company in Warsaw, Poland) SoftwareMill Rank 4. (One of the most trusted IT Outsourcing Companies in USA, Ukraine) Symphony Solutions Rank 5. (IT Outsourcing Company Mexico) ClickIT Smart Technologies Rank 6. (IT Outsourcing Company Minsk, Belarus) Code Inspiration The first advice that I give to businesses looking for software development services as an IT Consultant is to outsource them to a company that has a decent amount of experience coupled with expertise in as many fields as possible. Relevant experience in software development is absolutely essential because it is these IT outsourcing companies in USA who’ve seen how the industry has changed over the years. So like an old wise man, these IT outsourcing companies would be the best to guide their clients towards a path of progress. Towards a path which would be built in a retrospective of the industry’s past. The other major component you should be looking for in the IT outsourcing companies are a diverse range of expertise. It is not at all bad to work with IT outsourcing companies specialized  in a particular type of service, say Mobile app development. There are so many technologies inter-linked with each other today. So even if you only want a web app developed for your business, you’d need a company to help you integrate the same with other devices/interfaces if the need arises. And this could only be possible with a company having a wider range of expertise. So taking account of my expertise in the software development industry and experiences working as an IT Consultant and Analyst, I’ve created this list of the best IT outsourcing companies in USA and Europe to follow in 2020. I have gathered these references from the top evaluating sites such as Glassdoor, Goodfirms, Clutch, etc. to ensure that you will get perfect ratings and client reviews. All these sites have the best resource of information for professional IT outsourcing companies in USA and Europe. Here is what defines a world-class IT outsourcing company in USA and Europe. These parameters are derived from the end-user perspective. Years of Experience Hourly rates Area of Expertise Client feedback Team strength Number of Startup projects So, let’s discuss in detail who does it the best. Step into list of top IT outsourcing companies in USA and Europe. 1. ELEKS’ (Top IT Outsourcing Company in USA, UK, Canada) One of the top IT outsourcing companies in US with vast years of experience in software development outsourcing. With more than 600+ end-to-end projects and , ELEKS’ guarantee success where only software development is not enough. The company has successfully achieved a and delivering optimal IT solutions for a wide-ranging global client base. The firm is and holds expertise in delivering custom software development, product design, QA, consultancy services in adopting digital transformations,  and saving business operation costs. 1400 software experts Net Promoter score of 46.87 percent ISO:9001 and ISO:27001 certified ELEKS’ Awards & Recognition Awarded by IAOP as the Best of the Global IT Outsourcing Company. Received Bronze Stevie International Business Award in 2018. Recognized as the Top Software Development & IT Outsourcing Company in the USA by GoodFirms. Established in the year 1991 (27+ years in the industry) Years of Experience: : USA, UK, Canada Operating From $50 - $99/hr Hourly Rates: Data Science, IoT, Blockchain, DevOps, UX consulting, VR/AR/MR, Market Research & Digital Enterprise Area of Expertise: 1400+ software professionals Team Strength: 600+ The Number of Startup Projects: Aramex; Autodesk; TAIT; Havas; The States of Jersey Govt. Key Clients: $50,000+ Min. Project Size: 4.8/5.0 Clutch Rating: 5.0/5.0 GoodFirms Rating: Clients Feedback: 2. IntellectSoft (Best IT Outsourcing Company in US, UK) One of the best quality-oriented IT outsourcing companies in USA, UK for software development providing value proposition solutions. From conceptualization and business analysis, prototyping, development to total deployment of a total IT solution, IntellectSoft guide customers through various assignments. for over 10 years and has been helping them in building solid software solutions. The company holds domain expertise in five technologies cognitive computing, decentralized applications (blockchain), Internet of Things (IoT), Premier customer experience (CX), and mixed reality (AR,VR). Partnered with 35 Fortune 500 companies IntellectSoft  Awards & Recognition Winner of the American Business Awards. Recognized by the IT Firms as the top app development company in the USA Established in the year 2007 (12+ years in the industry) Years of Experience: United States, UK, Norway, Belarus, Ukraine Operating From: $50 - $99/hr Hourly Rates: Cognitive Computing, IoT, Blockchain, UX consulting, & VR/AR/MR. Area of Expertise: 350+ employes Team Strength: 500+ The Number of Startup Projects: Harley-Davidson, Jaguar, Eurostar, and Universal Pictures Key Clients: $25,000+ Min. Project Size: 4.8/5.0 Clutch Rating: 4.89/5.0 GoodFirms Rating: Clients Feedback: 3. SoftwareMill (One of the Leading IT Outsourcing Companies in the USA and Europe) An IT outsourcing company in Europe for software and consulting services. They have been recognized globally especially for developing customized IT systems based on big data, business intelligence, blockchain, and machine learning. They are serving SMEs, startups as well as enterprises. The company is known for offering They are specialized in working on the latest technologies from legacy mainframes to cutting-edge web development projects. SoftwareMill Awards & Recognition A Select System Integrator of Lightbend. Consulting partner of Confluent and DataStac. Certified Digital Knights Partner Established in the year 2009 (14+ years in the industry) Years of Experience: Warsaw, Poland Operating From: $50-$99/hr Hourly Rates: AI, Data Science, Java, Scala, Akka, Mongo, PostgreSQL, Cassandra, and TensorFlow. Area of Expertise: 59 team members Team Strength: Kafka Consult ing, Flexys, LPP, Intelli Messaging Key Clients: $10,000+ Min. Project Size: 5.0/5.0 Clutch Rating: 4.7/5.0 GoodFirms Rating: Over 200+ Startup Projects: Clients Feedback: 4. Symphony Solutions (Best IT Outsourcing Company in USA and Europe ) It is one of the best IT outsourcing companies in USA and Europe, passionate about building quality digital products. With a team of certified professionals, Symphony have been delivering excellent services for . Moreover, they are known to solve their customer’s queries according to their needs. With their unique approach of building trust and closeness with their clients they are able to maintain a successful partnership with their clients. Agile transformation supported by LACE and SAEe 4.6 Symphony Awards & Recognition Won the Award of The 20 Most Admired IT Outsourcing Companies to Watch. Winner of Agile Transformation Award. 20 Most Promising Java Development by CIO Review. : Established in the year 2009 (14+ years in the industry) Years of Experience Netherlands, USA, Poland, Ukraine, Macedonia Operating From: $25 - $49/hr Hourly Rates: Cloud Solutions, Agile Transformation, Betting & i-gaming, Offshore development, Salesforce. Area of Expertise: 600 employees Team Strength: Over 35+ international clients Startup Projects: Vivino the wine app, Blexr affiliate marketing company Key Clients: $25,000+ Min. Project Size: 4.8/5.0 Clutch Rating: 4.0/5.0 GoodFirms Rating: Clients Feedback: 5. ClickIT Smart Technologies (IT Outsourcing Company) ClickIT Smart Technologies is one of the fastest emerging IT outsourcing companies for software development. With their ability to cater to the industry’s most advanced technologies, ClickIT have to help startups achieve business automation and AWS auto scaling. All this work and effort helps them to stay ahead in today’s highly competitive environment. Their core competencies is in the field of healthcare, financial services, Ecommerce, Big data & analytics, and MarTech. built over 200 cloud-native SaaS applications ClickIT Smart Technologies Awards & Recognition An AWS certified IT outsourcing company as Developer Associate. Google CloudPlatform Service Partner 2018. Achieved more than 1000 successful AWS Migrations. Certified Partner of Accelerance. Established in the year 2014 (6+ years in the industry) Years of Experience: Mexico Operating From: $25 - $49/hr Hourly Rates: PHP Laravel, Node.js, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, WordPress, Python, Cloud Projects, DevOps, and Ruby on Rails. Area of Expertise: +30 AWS Specialists Team Strength: Over 35+ international clients Startup Projects: Ticketbooth, Boatsetter, Trumedia, IBSS, Curacao Key Clients: $1,000+ Min. Project Size: 4.9/5.0 Clutch Rating: 4.0/5.0 GoodFirms Rating: Clients Feedback: 6. Code Inspiration (One of the Best IT Outsourcing Companies in Europe) When you think of IT outsourcing companies in Europe for software development offering end-to-end software and app development solutions based on the agile and traditional methodologies, code inspiration is known name for the solutions. Focused on becoming a trendsetter, the organization is having thousands of satisfied clients across the globe in the software development industry. An , Code Inspiration offer major IT services and specializes in building SaaS based products, big data, blockchain, betting projects, CRM development, and ERP suites. ISO 9001-2015 certified company Code Inspiration Awards & Recognition An AWS certified IT outsourcing company as Developer Associate. Google CloudPlatform Service Partner 2018. Achieved more than 1000 successful AWS Migrations. Certified Partner of Accelerance. Established in the year 2012 (8+ years in the industry) Years of Experience: Minsk, Belarus Operating From: $25 - $49/h Hourly Rates: IT Strategy Consulting, Custom Software Development, Cloud Consulting, SaaS, Agile development of iOS & Android, Betting Projects, and Blockchain. Area of Expertise: +50 Specialists Team Strength: Over 300+ Startup Projects: InstaChain, Rewards Wide, Duuzra Event Software Key Clients: $5,000+ Min. Project Size: 4.9/5.0 Clutch Rating: 4.83/5.0 GoodFirms Rating: Clients Feedback: Closing Notes There are various reasons why companies choose to outsource software development among IT outsourcing companies in the USA & Europe. In the past, businesses used to outsource certain IT services when there were simply too many activities to be controlled, or when they didn’t have enough space for allocation of resources and capital to perform some activities separate from the core business. But in the present day, there is a much more significant reason to outsource IT services. Technology is advancing at a rapid pace. It’s kind of a rat race today where every business seeks to become the first in leveraging new technology, be it software or hardware. I myself have worked with companies that are struggling to develop a great software product in-house- because it divides their attention because it requires them to focus beyond their core territory, and it takes them to a place they aren’t familiar with and obviously couldn’t navigate without a helping hand. So if a business requiring technological advancement has to attain competitive advantage, they have no choice but to team up with the top IT outsourcing companies in USA and Europe with better expertise in that particular field.

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