What's Inspiring Emerging EntrepreneursWe chat to young entrepreneurs about the surprising places they get ideas for their businesses.

ByEntrepreneur Staff

To keep innovating, a business needs fresh thinking. But how can a business keep its spark?

At a recent roundtable, we talked to several founders from ourTop 30 Startups to Watchabout what keeps them inspired. They stoke excitement by staying open to a range of influences -- including, in one case, feedback sent in from an eight-year-old boy.

Take a look at how these companies stay inspired and tune back in for the next episode of this five-part video series shot during the lastEmpact Showcaseheld at the United Nations.

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Want to Innovate? Get Uncomfortable. (Part 1 of 5)

Why Business Owners Should Study Improv (Part 2 of 5)

Be Careful: Don't Lose That Startup Mentality (Part 3 of 5)

Where Do Great Ideas Come From? (Part 5 of 5)

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