A New Year
means new beginnings. As an entrepreneur, what product or service can you
provide to the island, to the diaspora or the world? Greatness is in you so let’s
pull it out of your mind and into something tangible. Here are some ideas for
you to consider:
1. 1. The
printing paradigm has changed; we now have 3D printing. Computers can now print
molds, jewelry and plastics. If you are a graphic designer, can collect
residuals each time your products are printed.
2. 2. Robotics
and automatons is the rave. There is an emerging market in the hospitality
utilizing robots. Tourism is vital to the Jamaican economy and they will do the
manual labor. Who will do the programming for the robot?
3. 3. A
gig workforce is the new trend. This will be agencies for you to seek
employment. i.e. www.elance.com Become a virtual
assistant.
4. 4. Pay
attention to cyber security. Concern yourself with Doxing. Doxing is when
people intentionally hack your computer and release your confidential
information. Can we say: Ashley Madison?
If you are a business owner, make sure your cloud information is safe.
If you are an IT person, this is an area of demand.
5. 5. Business
owners must have new payment options. You limit yourself with the being cash
only business. Conduct payment in square, equipment for credit card, Have EMV
chip technology and Omni commerce technology.
6. 6. Delivery
services are on the rise. Here are some popular site: www.DoorDash.com, www.instacart.com and www.uber.com
7. 7. Online
learning is on the rise. More and more
schools are offering schools online if you can’t attend their brick and mortar
campus. You can even learn for free from You Tube clips and GCF Learning.
