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Niche marketing involves identifying and targeting a specific, specialized segment of the market that has unique needs, preferences or characteristics. This requires specialized skills in research, analysis, and creativity to effectively id...

Skills CategoryBusiness
Skills SubcategoryBusiness Strategy
Skills TypeSpecialized Skill
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