August 2011

August 3, 2011: Butlers This one was a bit of a surprise to me. I first came across these stats when I was doing research for an article I was writing for Business on Main about “stealth” business opportunities-potentially hot … Read More →

August 10, 2011: Vintage Watches I love when my instincts are borne out by real life. I have a big folder where I file ideas for future Trendcasts. Last month I cut out an article on watches from The New … Read More →

August 17, 2011: Millennial Wine Drinkers Who do you picture when you think of typical wine drinkers? To me, sipping wine has always seemed a fairly sophisticated activity. You know, people in their 40s or older, discussing their day, their … Read More →

August 24, 2011: Back to School As back-to-school season gets into full swing, economic predictions are a reminder that even in a tough economy, kids are still a hot market. The National Retail Federation (NRF) is forecasting total back-to-school (K-12) and … Read More →

August 31, 2011: Yoga & Pilates Studios Sometimes we might overlook a great opportunity because we think the field is too crowded for new businesses. But smart entrepreneurs don’t let the fear of a little competition stop them, even if … Read More →