Business Ideas: Top 17 Businesses You Can Start Now (from Paul Akers) Pt. 2

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Coming up with new business ideas in 2020 can seem like an especially daunting task. Even if you have good ideas to start a business, how can you make them profitable in a time of global uncertainty and economic upheaval?
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In the second installment of this 2-part series, we’ll get some more insights from entrepreneur Paul Akers to help answer those questions.
If you haven't seen Part 1, watch it here: • Business Ideas: Top 17...
Paul’s business, FastCap, has been thriving for over 20 years, with a sustained history of launching 20-30 innovative products every year.
Paul’s business insights were a big part of him winning the 2011 Business Executive of the Year award. We share his profitable business ideas with you in this video, along with other insights that will help guide your next entrepreneurial venture.
Paul isn’t just an entrepreneur. He’s also an inventor and an author, with 5 books and a plethora of both US and international patents to his name. This varied background means he has equally unique insights to share on the topic of small business ideas.
No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, you don’t want to miss out on the information and advice in this series.
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Resources:
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www.fastcap.com - Find Out More About Paul's Business
Timecodes:
0:00 Intro
1:01 Where to start
2:25 How FastCap started
4:04 Talking about ideas
5:35 Example of Pauls product
7:50 Scooter business idea
9:48 Another example of a product idea
11:25 Solving pocket chisel problems
13:09 On Bob Taylor
15:09 Paul on being a simple carpenter
16:08 Showing how a track system works
18:11 Outro
#businessideas #smallbusinessideas #businessideas2020

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  • @UpFlip
    @UpFlip3 жыл бұрын

    If you haven't seen Part 1, watch it here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dZisrbyQlqealqQ.html

  • @MilaRoseCo
    @MilaRoseCo3 жыл бұрын

    I’d be down for Part 3 with Paul Akers

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    You'll have to wait and see ;)

  • @jonport_

    @jonport_

    2 жыл бұрын

    100%

  • @mollygundies6966
    @mollygundies69663 жыл бұрын

    Totally agree with assessment of medical clinics. Good heavens, the veterinarian calls up the day after the visit to find out how the pet is doing. They send me reminders for the next annual exam. It could be concluded that MDs not only don't care how the visit came out, they don't really want to see you, anyway.

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Good points. Thanks for watching!

  • @g.t.g1111
    @g.t.g11112 жыл бұрын

    PAUL AKERS For Vice President!!!! Great ideas just by listening.

  • @shamashmindful
    @shamashmindful3 жыл бұрын

    Simplicity attracts. Love it!!!

  • @TrentKennelly
    @TrentKennelly3 жыл бұрын

    Keeping your head on a swivel!! Gotta do it. Love this!!

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Definitely!

  • @ThinkYourHealth
    @ThinkYourHealth3 жыл бұрын

    Servicing your customer, money is a byproduct. Profound statement.

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes!! That should always be the main goal!

  • @jfm148
    @jfm1482 жыл бұрын

    One of the greatest small business videos. Thanks to this Gentleman.

  • @diamondhands8505
    @diamondhands85052 ай бұрын

    10:20

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    2 ай бұрын

    Now, isn't that a golden nugget! 🙌

  • @ortallevitan1
    @ortallevitan13 жыл бұрын

    You explained this so well and your tips were excellent! you really broke it down in a way that made sense. Thank you

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're so welcome! Glad it was helpful :)

  • @JimBoat1
    @JimBoat13 жыл бұрын

    Straight up one of the most powerful videos I have ever watched

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot Jim! Thats out goal!

  • @lofdefence
    @lofdefence3 жыл бұрын

    Epic vid guys. Much respect for Paul Akers and what your channel is teaching people.

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, we're glad you think so!!

  • @kamehax
    @kamehax3 жыл бұрын

    if you look at the number of views on this video, that 2% Paul talks about its quite generous.

  • @swordfish00007
    @swordfish000073 жыл бұрын

    Your best episode to date! Ty for doing this interview with Paul Akers

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the support!

  • @Skinnyriver
    @Skinnyriver3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing content, wow this is my new fav channel. Would love to meet Akers one day

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot! We're glad you enjoy our content, and you can actually tour his facility and meet him!

  • @jameshunt2905
    @jameshunt29052 жыл бұрын

    Guys I want to applaud your efficient efforts here........ I’m noticing the inspiration level and momentum that follows hitting the mark big time! Excellent work!

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    2 жыл бұрын

    Our channel is full of inspiration for all business owners!

  • @ArturoJohnson
    @ArturoJohnson3 жыл бұрын

    Great video! This was so helpful man!

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear it!

  • @sebastiansmith4945
    @sebastiansmith49453 жыл бұрын

    Loved this 2 part series man. He’s awesome.

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Paul is definitely an amazing person!

  • @doctor_cosmus
    @doctor_cosmus3 жыл бұрын

    I love this video

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @scottlawrencephoto
    @scottlawrencephoto3 жыл бұрын

    Well done! Always be improving!

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, absolutely!

  • @kprahulreddy
    @kprahulreddy3 жыл бұрын

    I LOVE YOU PAUL SIR

  • @NarxolepticCustoms
    @NarxolepticCustoms3 жыл бұрын

    This is awesome! Great ideas for sure!!

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like them!

  • @iamchristianbrown
    @iamchristianbrown3 жыл бұрын

    Slow and steady wins the race, money isn't everything! Great advice and great video!

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely! Glad you think so!

  • @kutlukul3841
    @kutlukul38413 жыл бұрын

    thank you for the videos, it is true the videos are mind blowing. Respect

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Glad you like them!

  • @m97120
    @m971203 жыл бұрын

    I can not get enough of this dude!

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    haha same here! We hope to film with him again!

  • @AusGameMachines
    @AusGameMachines3 жыл бұрын

    Good work UpFlip. Keep em coming.

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, will do!

  • @SteveGreenhalgh
    @SteveGreenhalgh3 жыл бұрын

    If you are going to do it... just do it right ... great messages in this video thanks for the share

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @jcruizer2309
    @jcruizer23092 жыл бұрын

    This guy is exceptional , hats off . This is a wealth of treasure to bring a new life worth living.

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    2 жыл бұрын

    Indeed!

  • @incognittooo
    @incognittooo2 жыл бұрын

    Terrific content. I'm interested in knowing if paul patents all his innovations. I don't know if some of his products even qualify to be patented since they are not inventions per se and they already exist in some other market. If he doesn't patent then I would like to know how he would handle the competition if competitors start copying his products.

  • @suhailps2488
    @suhailps24883 жыл бұрын

    This is great

  • @richardsilva5316
    @richardsilva53163 жыл бұрын

    Amazing!!!

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!!

  • @VlatkoFilipov
    @VlatkoFilipov3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video 🔥🔥🔥

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks 🔥

  • @DrJonTam
    @DrJonTam3 жыл бұрын

    Fixing something costs 10x more than if you did it right the first time. Great point!

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Definitely!

  • @roborex815
    @roborex8153 жыл бұрын

    Best video ever

  • @jackpotscratchoffs5663
    @jackpotscratchoffs56633 жыл бұрын

    11:55 put a small blade sharpener on the inside of the pocket chisel casing so it sharpens it as you close and open it. Also, make it slightly adjustable so that it can go down as the metal chisel is degraded over time. Always sharp! First one's free. lol

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Now that is a "lean" idea. Thanks for sharing Jackpot!

  • @vago621
    @vago6213 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video!!

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much!

  • @lindapool6996
    @lindapool69963 жыл бұрын

    I have thought and reworked many things in my life often. I worked production and learned lean thinking early early in my life. I thought I was a unicorn. LOL I could listen to this guy for hrs. 😆

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hes a genius!

  • @dineshk6282
    @dineshk62823 жыл бұрын

    I've really enjoyed this video. The way he approaches the problem is so fundamental that we overlook. I had one question though, how does someone protect these ideas from being copied and being widely sold via Amazon/Alibaba?

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thats a great question! We're going to be releasing a video in a week or so with Paul Akers and he explains how he does it, and its not by getting patents.

  • @dineshk6282

    @dineshk6282

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@UpFlip Great, looking forward towards it!

  • @jasonc_nguyen9113
    @jasonc_nguyen91132 жыл бұрын

    smart street , Sir !

  • @rahuldumu8456
    @rahuldumu84563 жыл бұрын

    AWESOME

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks !

  • @YourFriend_Ben
    @YourFriend_Ben2 жыл бұрын

    4:07 to 4:35 Yes! Bidets are underrated, after living with one, there's no going back. I use melted chocolate in the same point as Paul makes, lol, freaking perfect! It's interesting Paul knows the US market is not psychological/culturally ready, haha.

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    2 жыл бұрын

    Paul is very smart. Thanks for sharing Ben!

  • @YourFriend_Ben

    @YourFriend_Ben

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@UpFlip Thanks for the responses! Didn't expect, better than a cup of coffee :)

  • @pkmathome1500
    @pkmathome15002 жыл бұрын

    Omg the chisel! Ive ruined so many bags from chisels. My push stick needed a magnet! The track saw mounting to my garage door! Wow i watched the last video & walked in my garage & litterally just said “where the hell do i store that?”

  • @jimknowles5483
    @jimknowles54832 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    2 жыл бұрын

    We're glad you enjoyed Jim :)

  • @harnoorgill8798
    @harnoorgill87982 жыл бұрын

    Part 3 pls

  • @Rsn.Slippinfoot
    @Rsn.Slippinfoot2 жыл бұрын

    I've got two ideas. One of a product the other is an innovation of an existing product. How do I give these ideas to Paul?

  • @TorAbrams
    @TorAbrams3 жыл бұрын

    I'm no good with DIY 🤦‍♂️ still some great tips in here though

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Not everyone is but there is still something you can always find and something you can always do!

  • @kenmiller2541
    @kenmiller25413 жыл бұрын

    Paul is fantastic particularly with lean. Not so hot on safety with the unprotected edge at 4:44. That' a 25k fine in my part of the world... Next project for Paul maybe?

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    You've got a good eye Ken.

  • @krg9942
    @krg99423 жыл бұрын

    I have had 2 ideas that I brought to life, created a website and started selling, only to have a big company steal them. The products are now in big box stores. I have another idea, but how do I avoid someone taking my idea again? It has stalled me from moving forward. The past experiences were so disappointing :(

  • @anees528

    @anees528

    3 жыл бұрын

    patent

  • @Robert-zx2df

    @Robert-zx2df

    2 жыл бұрын

    Look up invent right channel with Steven key

  • @krg9942

    @krg9942

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Robert-zx2df Thank you! I will watch his videos.

  • @Robert-zx2df

    @Robert-zx2df

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@krg9942 no problem . Product licensing is what he focuses on Way easier and cheaper than making your own products and selling . You will like the videos. Binge watch a bunch

  • @user-uq6vh3ps7m
    @user-uq6vh3ps7m3 жыл бұрын

    How do you expose yourself to these problems

  • @Broker77
    @Broker773 жыл бұрын

    Whats it cost to patent all those products?

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 жыл бұрын

    Patent costs vary.

  • @BradHuebner1
    @BradHuebner13 жыл бұрын

    Polished Brass....HA!

  • @terrydelfrate
    @terrydelfrate2 жыл бұрын

    Over half way thru this video and still waiting for the 17 businesses I can start.

  • @itchyscratchyshow1145
    @itchyscratchyshow11452 жыл бұрын

    Funny, I thought to myself - this guy is over the top and most of his gadgets are pointless. By end of video I realized I own three of them and use them constantly.... Oops.

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha!

  • @smileyhappyradio
    @smileyhappyradio2 жыл бұрын

    Dude whos maintaining the scooters? We have a mechanic shortage. Thats one idea I'm gonna say hell no on, unless your a scooter mechanic. Medical industry is inefficient due to bureaucracy, which you can't change. Talk about grandiose. He says one thing then says the opposite at the end of the video.

  • @Robert-zx2df
    @Robert-zx2df2 жыл бұрын

    These are products. Where are the business ideas ?

  • @PrashantTayshetye
    @PrashantTayshetye2 жыл бұрын

    He is Jesus

  • @wildebtw
    @wildebtw2 жыл бұрын

    Guys like this make their "living" off of speculations by others. Notice how he never actually explains the process and instead refers to items in his books.

  • @Robert-zx2df
    @Robert-zx2df2 жыл бұрын

    Ideas are easy . Making money off them is not . Please don't spend money on a patent , not worth it and these prob don't have one . Just a ppa

  • @EmilyGloeggler7984
    @EmilyGloeggler79843 ай бұрын

    Honestly, those things he is interested in is uninteresting and of no value to me.

  • @anonymoususer4356
    @anonymoususer43563 ай бұрын

    These maybe some of the top, if not the top, videos in terms of content, production, information, enjoyment, etc.

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    3 ай бұрын

    Appeciate the compliment! Hope we continually inspire you 🙏

  • @marloncatamora2761
    @marloncatamora27617 ай бұрын

    Wow tnx po

  • @luyandosichula3265
    @luyandosichula3265 Жыл бұрын

    Wow, awesome advice and wisdom! Thank you so much 🙏👍

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    Жыл бұрын

    You're most welcome @Luyando Sichula!

  • @abdulasadi3644
    @abdulasadi3644 Жыл бұрын

    Great content, keep going 🙏

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you love this video! Your appreciation means a lot to us and motivates us to continue producing content like this. Do you have a business topic you want to see next on the channel? 🤔

  • @myhomehandyman4619
    @myhomehandyman4619 Жыл бұрын

    This guy is genius

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    Жыл бұрын

    Definitely, My Home Handyman! Have you seen the first part of this video? You'll surely learn a lot from Paul! :)

  • @doronuzan
    @doronuzan Жыл бұрын

    Great stories, good inspiration to learn from others

  • @JG-no4qr
    @JG-no4qr Жыл бұрын

    Where do you go with your prototype without the designer/manufacturer stealing your idea? What's the best way to manufacture small metal pieces on your own in large quantities?

  • @pibbz13
    @pibbz13 Жыл бұрын

    What a wonderful humble human he is. Inspiring :)

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    Жыл бұрын

    Paul is amazing! Have you checked out his other videos on our channel, Preben?

  • @ahmetnadirerturk8283
    @ahmetnadirerturk8283 Жыл бұрын

  • @ziauddin7948
    @ziauddin7948 Жыл бұрын

    good products production to resolve customers issues #👍👍

  • @andrewwilkins6883
    @andrewwilkins6883 Жыл бұрын

    How can one get ahold of Paul with ideas?

  • @RDA8191
    @RDA8191 Жыл бұрын

    Such an interesting guy. Your whole perspective really does change when you change from employee to business owner.

  • @allantheoret5389
    @allantheoret53892 жыл бұрын

    Hands down the best content of business ideas I have ever heard. Solve a problem that bugs you. So simple and yet so powerful. Thank you Paul for your innovation. Love it.

  • @juballoons8585
    @juballoons85852 жыл бұрын

    Love your show and inspiring . Learned a lot from your guests. Balloon business here.

  • @AdamCourville
    @AdamCourville2 жыл бұрын

    The AMA would never allow you to make an efficient competitor to the current diseased system.

  • @joemama142
    @joemama1422 жыл бұрын

    So basically outsource manufacturing to China, get a warehouse and make videos showcasing what you got.

  • @samnur6957

    @samnur6957

    2 жыл бұрын

    they make their parts in america watch the episode

  • @iskandartiamzon533
    @iskandartiamzon5332 жыл бұрын

    My fav chanel for now.. really trying hard to work on our small biz n we already learn alot after watching ur ohsem vid!! Thank you n all the best..💚❤️

  • @Ken-bh3ed
    @Ken-bh3ed2 жыл бұрын

    I love so much for this video , prefect

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Ken. 😀We really appreciate you watching. Were any of these business ideas of interest to you?

  • @KlaasVictor
    @KlaasVictor2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for letting us know Paul Akers. He is a genius 🙂

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    2 жыл бұрын

    Our Pleasure Klaas. Thank you for stopping by the channel. 😀Would you like to see Paul on the channel again?

  • @KlaasVictor

    @KlaasVictor

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@UpFlip Yes!😄🙏 He is amazing! But really all your interviews are very good, so many interesting people! This channel is so dense in knowledge, experiences and inspiration. It's such an efficient way to learn about business. Thank you so much 🙏

  • @KlaasVictor
    @KlaasVictor2 жыл бұрын

    Pay your customers for a royalty to bring ideas. Genius!

  • @mainstreetsilverback
    @mainstreetsilverback2 жыл бұрын

    This is the epitome of Capitalism.

  • @Abdellah.AB1
    @Abdellah.AB12 жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed every sec of part 1 and 2, I did not want it to end👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

  • @KeyOfTwilight777
    @KeyOfTwilight7772 жыл бұрын

    That bit about service being the most important aspect is something most companies ignore. Its great to hear someone voice that.

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    2 жыл бұрын

    Very true tomtom. Thank you for the feedback. 😀Service is something that keeps a customer coming back time and time again. What do you feel are other aspects that are just as important when starting/ running a business?

  • @KeyOfTwilight777

    @KeyOfTwilight777

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@UpFlip Thank you for the helpful content. I think taking customer feedback serious is also very serious. I work for a major bottling company and its key for us to pay attention to feedback in order to know what our stores want. We make more money and they have the product they desire. Win/win. This is common sense but you'd be amazed to know how frequently a high selling item is moved out of a location to bring in something corporate is pushing. If there is no demand it doesnt matter how much supply you bring in! Lol.

  • @tylerwright4212
    @tylerwright42122 жыл бұрын

    The videos were very well done. But the largest problem you did not mention is if you come up with an idea you must patent the idea so others do not take that idea and use on their own. This could cost 5k or maybe much more. Then if you patent the product it could become a flop and non sellable.

  • @mattmaly5085
    @mattmaly50852 жыл бұрын

    YAWN !!!!!!!!!

  • @darioxbrow9223
    @darioxbrow92232 жыл бұрын

    I would love to see part 3 with him ;)

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    2 жыл бұрын

    This may be possible Dario.😀 Thanks for tuning in. What questions should we ask if this were to happen?

  • @kurtgiese5068
    @kurtgiese50682 жыл бұрын

    It is obvious that he has no sales, marketing, or Internet presence. I never heard of him or any of his products before.

  • @elninjapirata7799
    @elninjapirata77992 жыл бұрын

    Paul Akers is the goat 🐐

  • @tobaltour
    @tobaltour2 жыл бұрын

    Well said, good content and i will keep watching for more.

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    2 жыл бұрын

    We appreciate that Tobal. What other businesses would you like to see on the channel?

  • @derekaring574
    @derekaring5742 жыл бұрын

    Part 3 how to stretch out your welfare and antidepressants.

  • @50stuff74
    @50stuff742 жыл бұрын

    Great info. But I'm wondering about how a person takes an idea from concept to actually manufacturing it. How does an average everyday person do that?

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good question Dawn! Consistency has a lot to do with it. Never straying awing from the small goals one sets in place and taking action plans to achieve them. What are some things you like doing?

  • @Michael-vf2mw
    @Michael-vf2mw2 жыл бұрын

    Please revolutionize healthcare. You'd be a saint

  • @easysidehustles5090
    @easysidehustles50902 жыл бұрын

    Part 3 is a must with Paul!

  • @easysidehustles5090
    @easysidehustles50902 жыл бұрын

    This has been by far the most valuable content so far! Paul Akers and his "Keep it simple" mindset is remarkable. Find the problem and money is a byproduct is such a great way to think. Many people try to figure out what businesses make them money instead of thinking about the true reason for the product which is to create something people have to have! Love this! Thanks for sharing!

  • @FamousJames
    @FamousJames2 жыл бұрын

    Great product ideas and mind but if its a hot day or you are getting deliveries and those items are attached to the door whilst it's up, there's a problem, you have to close the door to get items again and re-open the door. I love the way he thinks, make things simple and people will want them.

  • @jonport_
    @jonport_2 жыл бұрын

    I love this episode.

  • @anthonycraig274
    @anthonycraig2742 жыл бұрын

    Haha, the butterfly chisel.

  • @instareels3034
    @instareels30342 жыл бұрын

    As i watching every video of upflip . And your every content come with different idea and different business. But some one like me have an idea to accomplish but failure is also a straight line. Means facing failure is difficult to me because i and just like me have not that much opportunity to wash the failure.. My English is not good .. sorry

  • @robsantaanaca6290
    @robsantaanaca62902 жыл бұрын

    Wow found my strategy and my new hero! Thanks for clarifying what I have been doing all this time without the validation of this is how to do it. Amazing! Thanks

  • @jeroenderaat9815
    @jeroenderaat98152 жыл бұрын

    Thank you both so much for this amazing video’s - This is giving so much inspiration on how to look at so many things in a different, more simple manor!!!

  • @mahawiomar7327
    @mahawiomar73272 жыл бұрын

    I need Paul's KZread channel! The man is inspirational x

  • @UpFlip

    @UpFlip

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Mahawi! He is AWESOME! You can check him out here: kzread.info

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