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An AI Franchise Proposal Generator is a smart solution that aids the fast generation of franchise proposals and agreements contests. It integrates AI-driven generation across key sections such as business model, fee structures, legal clauses, and territory, with options for curriculum customization based on branding, operational, and franchise applicability. With
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This article has been contributed by Vinil Chandra, CEO, Squarebox.ai. If you’re a small business owner in India, chances are your customer conversations already happen on WhatsApp. I’ve seen it firsthand with shop owners, real estate agents, and tuition centres, they’re not emailing leads or logging
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This article has been contributed by Rajesh TR, Indirect Tax Expert, InCorp Advisory. Getting GST compliance right isn't just about following the rules, it's about protecting your business from penalties, audits, and unwanted financial pressure. And right at the centre of it all is invoicing. Every
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India's love for coffee is growing stronger than ever! Once seen as a niche beverage, coffee has become a lifestyle choice for millions of Indians. With a booming middle class and a growing appetite for global trends, this is the perfect time to tap into this lucrative market.
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The franchise operations business environment is getting transformed with AI making improvements in operational efficiency, increasing customer engagement, and assisting decision-making. Currently available state-of-the-art technology leverages machine learning, predictive analytics, and natural language processing with franchise-specific solutions. These include AI chatbots for 24/7 customer service and personalised marketing, predictive
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Telegram has emerged as one of the fastest-growing messaging apps, combining speed, security, and scalability. Â In 2025, with over 950 million monthly active users, it has become the go-to platform for brands looking to build tight-knit communities, boost engagement, and drive real sales, without fighting algorithms. Whether you are a
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Stepping into franchising can feel like discovering a fast track to success. With a tried-and-true business model, an established customer base, and instant brand recognition, it’s easy to see the appeal, but there’s a hidden reality. Many first-time franchisees often stumble because they miss critical franchise mistakes to
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This article has been contributed by Dr. Malini Saba, a businesswoman, psychologist, human and social rights activist, environmentalist, global advocate for women and girls, and founder of the Saba Family Foundation. Starting a business and dreaming of being your own boss, where no one asks you what you are doing,
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India’s alcoholic beverage industry has witnessed a dramatic transformation in the past decade, and right at the heart of this revolution is the craft beer movement. Gone are the days when beer meant a limited choice of bland lagers. Today, urban millennials and Gen Z consumers are craving artisanal
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When you hear "Pinterest," you probably think of inspiration boards, craft ideas, or home decor. But guess what? But what if we told you that Pinterest isn’t just for inspiration, it is a hidden goldmine? While many still see it as “just another social media platform,” thousands
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An AI YouTube Video SEO Generator is a powerful application that assists creators in optimizing their videos for greater visibility and higher ranks on YouTube. It automates the entire sequence: generating keyword-rich titles, SEO-optimized descriptions, and appropriate tags based on the topic and intended audience of the video. It also
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This article has been contributed by Kinjal Vora, Founding Team & Growth Leader, Drona HQ. Launching a new SaaS product can be overwhelming, but with the right framework, messaging, and go-to-market (GTM) plan, marketers can set the stage for a successful rollout. In this guide, I’ll share a detailed
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Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organizations. Anything that has to do with real estate, specifically as a purchaser has always been convoluted and annoying. The constant push from the sellers, nagging from the middlemen, lack of fluid communication, and running
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Bath & Body Works officially announced that Daniel Heaf would be their new CEO, effective 19th May 2025. He brings a powerhouse resume, including leadership roles with over two decades at Nike, Burberry, and BBC Worldwide. He is popularly known for blending digital innovation with strong brand storytelling. He has
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Shopify provides a robust set of AI applications that assist business owners with automating tasks, increasing sales, and improving the customer experience. They use these tools to write product descriptions, create blogs, and generate content across multiple languages. AI also enables personalized product recommendations and cross-selling by utilizing the behavior
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In the evergreen digital economy, people are looking for smarter ways to save, and savvy entrepreneurs are turning that behaviour into profit. Selling coupons online has quietly become one of the most accessible and lucrative ways to earn passive income. Whether you want to launch a side hustle or scale
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Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organizations. An online e-commerce marketplace is a sort of e-commerce website where different external parties supply products or services. The most common sort of omnichannel e-commerce is online, which may help optimize the manufacturing process.
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Real estate has long been considered one of the most rewarding ways to build wealth. Unlike the rollercoaster of stock markets or the high-stakes gamble of startups, real estate offers something refreshingly solid: a brick-and-mortar asset you can see, touch, and profit from. What makes real estate truly powerful is
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Lead generation is more than just collecting contacts. It's about actively connecting with people who care about your offerings. It's your key to build marketing that hits home, turning every interaction into a potential win. Although the number of businesses competing for the attention of web
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The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has opened up countless business opportunities for entrepreneurs, offering them a low-cost and profitable way to start their ventures. According to the latest data from Statista, the global AI market was valued at $184 billion in 2024, skyrocketing from just $50 billion in 2023.
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In the fiercely competitive world of food delivery, Domino’s Pizza stands out as a global leader, not just for its cheesy slices but for its smart marketing gimmicks. While many fast-food brands focus solely on flavours or pricing, Domino’s has built an empire by mastering customer convenience and
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India's ammunition manufacturing sector is undergoing a massive change for the sake of self-reliance and modernisation. Earlier, it was mainly the presidencies of Defence Public Sector Undertakings and Ordnance Factories under whose walls this industry, like a sleeping beauty, was forced to wrestle with obsolescence in technology and
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Did you ever think your room, or even your entire house, could pay your bills or fund your next vacation? Thanks to Airbnb, millions of people worldwide are doing exactly that. With over 150 million users globally, Airbnb has completely transformed how we travel and how everyday property owners can
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The payment gateway allows the merchants to process credit, debit, and other alternative online payments. Using a payment gateway can help to lessen the frequency and severity of credit card fraud within e-commerce or any other kind of business. This gateway for payments acts as the go-between to make sure