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Top 90 Business Ideas in November

From Beacon Business Cards to Calorie Currency Shops

— November 25, 2014 — Tech
This collection of the top November 2014 business ideas showcases the extent to which businesses and brands are evolving to customize their image and to further reward loyal clientele.

As this list shows, business cards are no longer a pocket-friendly piece of paper you exchange with colleagues or when networking -- the present-day business card now goes far beyond your name, company and contact details. From anonymous business cards to beacon business cards, the market has expanded in ways no one ever imagined. The CardFi ditches the traditional paper concept and instead operates via a device and app and instantly swaps contact information with those in close proximity.

Loyalty programs have also received an overhaul and now prioritize customers who are making a difference either through volunteering or going paperless.

If you're looking for additional examples of the top November 2012 business ideas, visit Trend Hunter's Business Trend Report.
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Upscale Sports Displays
Upscale Sports Displays
Palacio de Hierro's Digital Displays Carry Out Sports Brand Promotions
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Breach-Preventing Credit Cards
Breach-Preventing Credit Cards
Final Generates a New Card Number for Every Retailer You Patronize
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Organic Delivery
Organic Delivery
Editor Jaime Neely Discusses Her Favorite Healthy Food Delivery Services
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Team-Building Improv Activities
Team-Building Improv Activities
TeamProv Develops Crucial Skills in a Fun and Challenging Way
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85
Video Conversation Apps
Video Conversation Apps
This Creative New Startup Helps Video Conversations Suit Your Schedule
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84
Millennial Networking Events
Millennial Networking Events
Toronto's Breakfast of Champions Connects Youth with Industry Leaders
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Anxiety-Ridden Spicy Chips
Anxiety-Ridden Spicy Chips
The Doritos Roulette Bag Contains a Few Painfully Hot Chips
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82
Scanning Store Assistants
Scanning Store Assistants
This In-Store Product Search Kiosk Can Recognize 3D Items Without a Code
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81
Snapshotting Shipping Services
Snapshotting Shipping Services
Shyp Allows Users to Send Parcels Without Having to Leave the House
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Calorie Currency Shops
Calorie Currency Shops
The Colun Pop-Up Store Had People Burn Calories to Take Home Workout Gear
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79
Intuitive Presentation Software
Intuitive Presentation Software
Sway's Digital Presentation Software Lets You Create on the Go
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Soup-Inspired Sandwiches
Soup-Inspired Sandwiches
East Borough's Pho Baguette Saves You From Choosing a Soup or a Sandwich
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77
Accessible Business Workshops
Accessible Business Workshops
The Staples Learning Centre Offers Great Ways to Increase Efficiency
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76
Audible Translating Systems
Audible Translating Systems
Hands Can Talk Translates Signs Into Speech Using Kinect Sensors
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75
Live Local Newsfeeds
Live Local Newsfeeds
The Davai App is a Social Platform Startup Focusing on Meaningful Events
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Incentivized Barcode Research
Incentivized Barcode Research
Customer Feedback is Given on Free Products by Scanning Unique Codes
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73
Discount Grocery Apps
Discount Grocery Apps
The Snap by Groupon App Helps You Find Deals on Groceries
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Advantageous Inventory Apps
Advantageous Inventory Apps
Shelfie Lets You Take Pictures of Empty Shelves for Store Rewards
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Custom Converse Projects
Custom Converse Projects
The Blank Canvas Initiative Encourages Customers to Design Their Own Shoe
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70
Culinary Team Building Competitions
Culinary Team Building Competitions
The Food Truck Challenge is a Modern Workplace Activity
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Taco-Inspired Burgers
Taco-Inspired Burgers
Del Taco's Taco Burger Swaps a Taco for Burger Buns
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68
Workplace Fitness Startups
Workplace Fitness Startups
MOVABLE Promotes Healthy Lifestyles to Increase Employee Well-Being
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67
3D-Printed Airplane Meals
3D-Printed Airplane Meals
The Sky Kitchen Transforms the Way Flyers Dine While Flying
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Digitally Engaging Catalogs
Digitally Engaging Catalogs
The Bass Pro Shops Interactive Catalog Takes an Aspirational Approach
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Late Stage Crowdfunding Sites
Late Stage Crowdfunding Sites
Crowdlaunch.it as a Platform Specializes in Almost Finished Projects
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Retail Patio Spaces
Retail Patio Spaces
Hudson's Bay Calgary is Leasing a Significant Portion to a New Restaurant
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Volunteer-Rewarding Packages
Volunteer-Rewarding Packages
The Ritz-Carlton Do Good, Feel Good Package Offered a Luxury Upgrade
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Wearable Tech Innovation Conferences
Wearable Tech Innovation Conferences
The WEST Conference Featured Sports & Entertainment Wearables
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61
Witty Children's Books
Witty Children's Books
The 'Little World of Liz Climo' is a Clever Compilation of Tumblr Comics
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Undiscovered Scandinavian Fashion Retailers
Undiscovered Scandinavian Fashion Retailers
Carl & Ebba Introduces Americans to Emerging Designers
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Dishwashing Diners
Dishwashing Diners
This Unique Pop-Up Restaurant Has Diners 'Pay' by Washing Dishes
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Beacon Business Cards
Beacon Business Cards
This Hi-Tech Business Card Makes Use of iBeacon Technology
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Paperless Loyalty Apps
Paperless Loyalty Apps
Canadian Tire's Loyalty Rewards App Offers a Better Way to Collect Perks
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56
Deep-Fried Cheese Dishes
Deep-Fried Cheese Dishes
McDonald's Romania Introduces Unique Culture-Specific Foods
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Pessimistic Designer Infographics
Pessimistic Designer Infographics
This Chart Explores Realistic Aspects of a Graphic Design Career
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Human ATM Services
Human ATM Services
Nimbl is a Mobile App That Offers On-Demand Cash Delivered by Human Helpers
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Job Satisfaction Tips
Job Satisfaction Tips
This Scientific Infographic from Happify is on How to be Happier at Work
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Fast Food Spanish Donuts
Fast Food Spanish Donuts
McDonald's Japan Introduces a Mouthwatering McChurro
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Online Grocery Shops
Online Grocery Shops
Amazon's Prime Pantry is an Easy and Convenient Way to Get Errands Done
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50
Digitized Loyalty Programs
Digitized Loyalty Programs
Sporting Life Introduces Interactive Kiosks for Its Lifeline Program
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49
Online Educational Communities
Online Educational Communities
OneClass is a Startup Focused on Getting Students Better Grades
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48
Repurposed Bank Retailers
Repurposed Bank Retailers
The Issey Miyake Brook Street Store Features Stunning Detailing
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Community Pizza Shops
Community Pizza Shops
Michael Lastoria Discusses &Pizza; For the Millennial Entrepreneur Forum
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Chinese Second-Hand Stores
Chinese Second-Hand Stores
Trash & Diamond is a Carefully Curated Thrift Shop in Beijing
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Interactive Shopping Destinations
Interactive Shopping Destinations
Eastbay Performance Zone Offers a High-Tech Shopping Experience
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Interactive Sports Stores
Interactive Sports Stores
This Sport Chek Sports Flagship Store Makes Shopping More Personal
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Mediterranean Dessert Smoothies
Mediterranean Dessert Smoothies
Mad Greek Cafe Restaurant Features Baklava Milkshake Products
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All-American Motorbike Auctions
All-American Motorbike Auctions
The Captain America Chopper is Hitting the Auction Block
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Mood-Boosting Workplace Tips
Mood-Boosting Workplace Tips
Juice Electrical Supplies's Infographic Explains Office Atmosphere
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Investment Opportunity Tools
Investment Opportunity Tools
Partner Hunt Helps Entrepreneurs Find Investors and Vice Versa
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Psychedelic Print Decor
Psychedelic Print Decor
The Eskayel Playland Capsule Collection Boasts Kaleidoscopic Motifs
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Interactive Educational Restaurants
Interactive Educational Restaurants
Madiba Restaurant Teaches Kids How to Cook Healthy Meals
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Mexican Restaurant-Store Hybrids
Mexican Restaurant-Store Hybrids
This Mad Mexican Outlet Offers Dine-In and Retail Options
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Apparel Store-Attached Restaurants
Apparel Store-Attached Restaurants
This Tommy Bahama Restaurant is Attached to a Clothing Store
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Facebook Page Engagement Infographics
Facebook Page Engagement Infographics
This Chart Depicts 10 Ways to Boost Social Media Interaction
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Debauchery-Remedying Retailers
Debauchery-Remedying Retailers
The Vitamin Water Store Replenishes Those in the Red Light District
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Oxidation-Organized Tea Shops
Oxidation-Organized Tea Shops
Paper & Tea's Specialty Tea Store Arranges Leafs By Oxidation Rate
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Hi-Tech Sandwich Carts
Hi-Tech Sandwich Carts
The Melt's SmartBox is Like an Oven on Wheels to Keep Grilled Cheese Hot
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Anonymous Business Cards
Anonymous Business Cards
Mailcard Offers a New Way to Keep Your Contact Information Private
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Creative Crowdfunding Campaigns
Creative Crowdfunding Campaigns
The Makers of 'Ned Rifle' Used Creative Perks to Attract Support
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Procrastination Penalty Platforms
Procrastination Penalty Platforms
This Goal Motivation Site Makes You Pay If You Miss Due Dates
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Booze-Bartering Bookstores
Booze-Bartering Bookstores
Molasses Books in New York Lets You Trade Books For Beer
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Contemporary Dollhouse Toys
Contemporary Dollhouse Toys
Krista Peel's Unique Dollhouse Reinvents a Traditional Design
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Rare Author Artworks
Rare Author Artworks
These J.R.R. Tolkien Illustrations Depict Lord of the Rings Through His Eyes
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Fashion Delivery Packages
Fashion Delivery Packages
This Hotel Offers Room Shopping Service for Speedy and Stylish Products
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Touch-Activated Denim Ads
Touch-Activated Denim Ads
Hiut Denim Co.'s Interactive Shop Window Encourages People to Touch
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Suntan Heart Sandals
Suntan Heart Sandals
Abi Smithson's Cute Summer Sandal Design Makes Tan Lines Attractive
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Japanese Candy Deliveries
Japanese Candy Deliveries
Japan Crate Ships Subscription Mystery Boxes of Asian Sweets Every Month
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Unmotivated Worker Tips
Unmotivated Worker Tips
The Chart Identifies Performance Hindrances and Offers a Motivation Boost
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Outsourced Handcrafted Products
Outsourced Handcrafted Products
Made By Gurus Lets You Pick Someone to Make Your Handmade Goods
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Fantastical Scarf Webshops
Fantastical Scarf Webshops
Hermes' Creative Webshop Design Whimsically Organizes Products
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High-Tech Golf Startups
High-Tech Golf Startups
The Arccos Golf Startup's Products Are Now Being Sold in Apple Stores
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Outdoor Skylight Dining Areas
Outdoor Skylight Dining Areas
This Rooftop Restaurant Will Be Part of a Retail and Dining Complex
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Extinct Career Charts
Extinct Career Charts
The CIPHR Infographic Lists 10 Jobs Becoming Obsolete Because of Technology
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Then-and-Now City Maps
Then-and-Now City Maps
Detroit Urbex's Google Map Shows a Comparison of Old & New Detroit Streets
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Slick Scootering Suitcases
Slick Scootering Suitcases
The Olaf Scooter Offers Your Possessions and Your Person an Easy Ride
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Futuristic Apparel Stores
Futuristic Apparel Stores
This MM6 Boutique Features Minimalist Grids and Lines
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Imagined Futuristic Groceries
Imagined Futuristic Groceries
The Future Market Guesses What Grocery Stores Will Be Like in 2065
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Thumb-Unlocked ID Cards
Thumb-Unlocked ID Cards
The Safe ID Reveals Information Upon the Approval of Your Fingerprint
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Office Friendship Stats
Office Friendship Stats
This Infographic Explores Data on the Benefits of Having Friends at Work
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Immersive Female Leader Conferences
Immersive Female Leader Conferences
Linkage's Women in Leadership Institute Equips Women to Excel
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Interactive Smart Restaurants
Interactive Smart Restaurants
Ebony Restaurant in Dubai Uses Dining Tables as Interactive Devices
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Hybrid Laundromat Cafes
Hybrid Laundromat Cafes
This Hybrid Space Allows You to Enjoy a Latte as You Do Your Laundry
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Effortless Branding Apps
Effortless Branding Apps
Makr by Ellen Johnston is Geared Towards Creative Entrepreneurs
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Carbon-Free Food Transport
Carbon-Free Food Transport
This Eco Food Delivery Service Focuses on Local Business Relationships
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Disappearing Floor Stunts
Disappearing Floor Stunts
This 'The North Face' Stunt Gave Shoppers Quite a Scare
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3
Professional First Impression Tips
Professional First Impression Tips
This Job Interview Advice Infographic Lists Things to Avoid
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Alter Ego Business Cards
Alter Ego Business Cards
MOO Imagines Square Business Cards for Pop Icons with Double Lives
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Clever Business Cards
Clever Business Cards
Reddit User austinmonster Shares a Calling Card for a Tall Person
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