The US has long been described as the land of opportunity. Yet to find that opportunity, ambitious entrepreneurs and investors usually had to go where the industry and capital resided. It’s a similar story in Ireland, where young people typically gravitate to the bright lights of Dublin to seek out opportunity. But not any more. The internet and modern technology mean ambitious start-ups can grow from anywhere: Dublin, or Dundalk or Dingle. And even overseas.
Technology bleeds into every sector, everywhere, so almost anyone, working anywhere, can build a business that betters the world—and profit en-route. Yes, you can too. Just think it through. Prisoners of geography Before the advent of the internet, geography was destiny. Where your feet stood mattered