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	from Scott Allen Conventional wisdom says that it's difficult, if not impossible, for small businesses to compete directly with big retailers. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Small businesses have many advantages over larger retailers. The trick is simply not to play them at their own game.
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Competing with the Big Boys It can be pretty scary when you first face competition from a retail giant, whether online or across the street. But that fear may be misplaced. Small businesses have many advantages over larger competitors. Learn how to play to your strengths and you can find a peaceful and profitable coexistence.              More Topics Niche Marketing Targeting the best prospects Find Your Company's Niche (video) Step-by-step instructions The Art of the Start The wisdom of Guy Kawasaki Are You Trying to Do Too Much at Once? Multitastking kills productivity Selling at C-Level Getting inside at big companies Reader Mail - How Safe Is Open Innovation? Expand your R&D department The Single Most Important Thing in Any Business Do you know what it is? What's So Small About Your Business? When asked what you do, how do you answer? If you say, "I run a small (fill in the blank) business," you may be limiting your opportunities needlessly. Small is in the eye of the beholder. Don't make pretenses about being larger than you actually are, but don't shoot yourself down either.   Seek an Edge by Finding Your Niche The most effective way for small businesses to compete with larger businesses is to identify a niche that is too small for larger retailers to target, then market to it effectively and serve it well.     Sponsored Links   Work Hard, Travel Easy Making Business Travel Easier Get tips for making life easier whenever you have to travel for work. Find out how to get the best seats, enjoy your flights, de-stress when you fly and much more.

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