Executive Diary – How did I get my second client?
In the competitive world of website development, securing new clients is crucial for business growth and success. As the founder of Upscalix, a prominent website development company, I embarked on a journey to establish a strong clientele. The story of how we acquired our second client is a testament to the power of exceptional service […]
Executive Diary – Choosing the right employees
In today’s competitive job market, finding the right employees for your company is crucial for long-term success. When it comes to VA For Everyone, a company providing IT developers to businesses in Australia, selecting candidates with the right qualifications and skills is paramount. In this article, we will discuss the importance of considering candidates with […]
Becoming a Full-Time Digital Nomad in 7 Simple Steps
If the idea of travelling around the world while earning a full-time living sounds appealing, maybe you should consider becoming a full-time nomad. Remote work is on the rise, but it’s important to do your research before taking the plunge. Today, Marissa is here to offer a step-by-step guide for adopting a digital nomad lifestyle. 1. […]
Executive Diary – first employee
When the business started in 2018, my business partner and I did everything on our own. From meeting with clients to actually do the development, while working on our full-time job. As Digital Envision grows, we found the need to employ people to accommodate with the new projects coming in. Tl; dr; Hiring the first […]
Executive Diary – part time to full time
Picture this, you are an ordinary employee, working a 9-5 job. Then one day, you and a friend meet up and discover the idea that both of you have been having all along. You both decide to open a business together to execute that idea. There is one problem: both of you are enjoying a […]
Executive Diary – create an elevator pitch
Elevator pitch is a quick overview of what a company does. It has to be simple, easy to understand, and short. As the elevator ride is almost 30 seconds, the pitch is encouraged to be said within that duration. Tl; dr; Preparing an elevator pitch and memorize it is necessary when you are a business […]
Executive Diary – do you need business partners?
In the Executive Diary series, my audience will be severely limited. This is because I’m talking to you, to the business owners, to the directors of your own company. Why is it called Executive Diary? Because I live it everyday. And I think it would be great for you to have a point of reference […]
How to Overcome the Fear of Starting a New Business
Before you can succeed as an entrepreneur, you need to overcome your fears. The fear of starting a new business is one of the most common fears that hold back individuals from becoming successful entrepreneurs. The fear of starting a new business is so common that there is even a name for it: the fear […]
What does chess teach me?
For most people, chess is associated with old dudes sitting and looking at a wooden board for hours on end. It is a very time and brain consuming activity, and unfortunately not a lot of people can sit and think for a long time. Chess is my favourite boardgame by nature, and I’d like to […]
What I learned after 3 years doing business – part 3
Continue from Part 2, let’s talk about the last 2 lessons that I learned over 3 years of managing a business; talk less, listen more; and a new world of opportunities. Tl; dr; Talk less and listen more. Access to a whole new world of possibilities. Interactions with other people I have always been a […]