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Every new entrepreneur makes mistakes. However, the ones that succeed are those that make fewer mistakes than their competition. How do they do this? Is it raw talent, natural business senses, or blunt luck? While some might say yes, that’s not always the case.

Great professionals learn from others. They learn to duplicate their successes, while at the same time avoiding the pitfalls that trapped someone else. Being a successful ecommerce professional doesn’t always mean trying something new.

Sometimes it means trying something proven.

If you were to ask Scott Paladini of Bear Mattress in 2010 if he ever thought he would be in the mattress business in 2018, he would have told you “Absolutely not.”

A visit to Sportique’s vibrant platform is like stepping into an outdoorsy lifestyle-lover’s dream. Stylish gear for the rugged terrain meets timeless watches, tote bags, and sunglasses, with an entire section dedicated to houseware and furniture for the modern-day adventurer.

With over 500 brands from around the world to choose from, Sportique is truly reinventing the boutique experience.

We asked you the question, "What do you think will be the biggest ecommerce trend of 2018? Why?"

We received a ton of excellent responses to this question. Below you can find the top twelve submissions.

Don't see your response in this article? No worries! We send out a question each and every week, so keep sending us your answers.

Personalized products have gotten a bad rap, with tacky keychains and embroidered pillows reading something like “If you can dream it, you can do it” offering the ultimate in kitsch, yet sacrificing the style fashionistas crave.

But haven’t you always wanted to create your own customized clothes that suit your style, broadcasting seminal quotes you love or inside jokes between you and your friends?

If you answered yes, then you’re not alone. Several years ago, Aubrie Pagano, who continued to come up short when looking for innovative clothes and accessories, was asking herself the same question. And instead of waiting for someone, someday to create the products she was dreaming of, she decided to take matters into her own hands, founding Bow & Drape in 2015.

Evan Fript founded his digital luxury footwear brand Paul Evans in May 2012 with no marketing budget and no experience in digital marketing. Here’s how he built his brand with a little bit of hustle.

Packing for a trip is hard. It’s even harder when you have to juggle swimsuits, business wear, comfy clothes, and more – all in one small carry on bag. That’s where a brilliant new idea began.

Lona Alia, founder of Style Lend, was tired of trying to get through airports with all the necessary fashion pieces, so she decided to change things up. Introducing, Style Lend – a closet sharing business that focuses on high quality clothes and sustainable living.

It’s no question: 2018 is the year of the woman. From feminist movements like #metoo to groundbreaking organizations like Time’s Up, gender equality feels like more of a reality than ever before, and we say: It’s about time!

Sometimes, it’s important to take a moment to celebrate and showcase the achievements of the courageous women making daily strides in the business world. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite female Ecommerce stars, from entrepreneurs to strategists, philanthropists to consultants. Discover some of the top names in ecommerce today and their innovative creations. Allow their stories to inspire, reminding you that every dream is within reach!

The average doctor's visit in the U.S. takes about 12-13 minutes; most of that time is dedicated to collecting a patient’s information.

But what if the patient has a condition – like erectile dysfunction – that’s often stigmatized, if acknowledged at all?

Roman, a cloud-based telemedicine start-up, is working to break down the barriers facing young men with ED. Through the app, young men can screen themselves for ED, connect them a physician, and set prescriptions (in subtle, sleek packaging) for home delivery.