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A niche product requires creative sales techniques. Amanda Wilson, selling a shark deterrent device, combines inventiveness with relentless door knocking.

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Sarah and Raphael Perrier didn't start a coffee company with small in mind. From the start, they set their sights on taking over the market and competing with big players. Even the biggest one of all.

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Mark Yegge retired at 40, but the serial entrepreneur couldn't stay idle for long.

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Entrepreneur Terry Hedden uses LinkedIn to snag top talent.

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