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Have you ever wanted to release a product or service you thought was unique only to discover someone’s beat you to it?

If so, you’re not alone. It happens to the best of you. Instead of giving up, look on the bright side – it means you’ve generated an idea that’s got the potential to succeed. Ok so you were not the first, but if you could do it once you can do it again.

Refine Your Ideas

Take time out to refine your ideas. Don’t ditch the idea because it’s been done, look for ways to develop it so you’re providing something or a service to make it better.

If computer manufacturers gave up because desktops computers were made, we wouldn’t have laptops today. The same concept goes with any other technology or business idea, from cars and mobile phones to making card payments and online transactions.

So next time you’ve got a light bulb moment, and discover it’s already been done – study and research how it’s been done and see push your imagination to the next level.

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  1. ileane says:

    Hi John, this happens to me when it comes to blog posts. But I don't let it stop me. I can always find a way to put an interesting spin on a topic. Thanks for the encouragement.

  2. ileane says:

    Hi John, this happens to me when it comes to blog posts. But I don't let it stop me. I can always find a way to put an interesting spin on a topic. Thanks for the encouragement.

  3. Mike CJ says:

    I'm with Ileane here – it's a common problem with posts for me. I write something, then read pretty much what I've written on another blog. It does force me to add something new to my post though.

    With products, it's not so bad, because all you have to do is market yours to a different audience, or better than the other person, and you'll be fine.

  4. Mike CJ says:

    I'm with Ileane here – it's a common problem with posts for me. I write something, then read pretty much what I've written on another blog. It does force me to add something new to my post though.

    With products, it's not so bad, because all you have to do is market yours to a different audience, or better than the other person, and you'll be fine.

  5. Jimi Jones says:

    Funny this, John.
    You and I have written very similar posts on occasion. I remember one morning I was glad I saw your first. LOL
    I don't think I ever did re purpose that one, but you point is well made. This does happen quite a bit, but your are right, put some additional creativity into it and enhance your idea. When you think about it, being second gives you an opportunity to insure that yours had a little more to offer, particularly with a product.

    Good thought, man.

  6. Jimi Jones says:

    Funny this, John.
    You and I have written very similar posts on occasion. I remember one morning I was glad I saw your first. LOL
    I don't think I ever did re purpose that one, but you point is well made. This does happen quite a bit, but your are right, put some additional creativity into it and enhance your idea. When you think about it, being second gives you an opportunity to insure that yours had a little more to offer, particularly with a product.

    Good thought, man.

  7. I agree with you there ileane, it's quite common to stumble across similar blog post topics. But the great thing is no one can ever sound or write like you.
    So, go ahead and do you…

  8. I agree with you there ileane, it's quite common to stumble across similar blog post topics. But the great thing is no one can ever sound or write like you.
    So, go ahead and do you…

  9. That's a great point you've just made. Understanding your audience and what they want, which they can't find elsewhere, should be the focus.
    Now, that would be the ultimate USP.

  10. That's a great point you've just made. Understanding your audience and what they want, which they can't find elsewhere, should be the focus.
    Now, that would be the ultimate USP.

  11. Yes, we have Jimi :-)
    I think I remember that post actually…
    This sort of thing happens all the time, which isn't always a bad thing.

  12. Yes, we have Jimi :-)
    I think I remember that post actually…
    This sort of thing happens all the time, which isn't always a bad thing.

  13. EricaMueller says:

    As Scott Stratten (unmarketing) says, there is only one YOU. Others may be doing something similar, but they aren't YOU. Market yourself, your uniqueness, your voice.

  14. EricaMueller says:

    As Scott Stratten (unmarketing) says, there is only one YOU. Others may be doing something similar, but they aren't YOU. Market yourself, your uniqueness, your voice.

  15. Kevin Tea says:

    Hey, today is a bounceback day with you and Nathan covering the power of coming back time and time again to succeed. Both good posts with a strong message.

  16. Kevin Tea says:

    Hey, today is a bounceback day with you and Nathan covering the power of coming back time and time again to succeed. Both good posts with a strong message.

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