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“But I learned a really valuable lesson, which was: marketing is extremely important for any business.” 24-year-old Steven Guo makes $400,000 a year and is having his dream work-life balance living in Bali. He started at 12 with $10,000 which he earned from a videogame “basically by accident”. When he blew through that, he learnt the valuable lesson of how marketing can make or break a business. Read his incredible story of entrepreneurship. https://hubs.ly/Q02YT5Jl0 #VermilionPinstripes #ModernMarketing #SellWithoutSelling #ModernMarketingFramework #RevenueGrowth #SmallBusinesses #WebsiteDesign #WebsiteDevelopment #WIX

𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐟 𝐢𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥? 𝟕 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐢𝐭, 𝐢𝐧 𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝟏𝟒 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬: 𝟏. 𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚 — for it to become an entity separate from your thoughts (doesn't have to be the final name). 𝟐. 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 (𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧) 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐭 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐬 (𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞) — this step should take time. 𝟑. 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐚 𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐨 — You begin to imagine its positioning and the emotions it will generate. 𝟒. 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐚 𝐝𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧. 𝟓. 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 — use any sitebuilder such as Wix, Carrd, Squarespace, etc. Do not invest your time in mockups, designs, or creating something. You're testing the idea, not the product. 𝟔. 𝐑𝐮𝐧 𝐚𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐠𝐥𝐞/𝐅𝐁/𝐈𝐆. With a budget of max Rs. 200 per day, run search, display, and video ads for 14 days. If you do not know how to run ads, there are several videos and courses that will teach you in a few hours. When people click the ad, take them to the landing page. There, you will speak about the idea, showcase the product and finally, ask for their email in exchange for the relevant download links, catalogues, coupons, etc. PS: You aren't really sending them anything. This is only to assess demand. 𝟕. 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤-𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡-rate (interest for idea), cost-per-click (cost of generating awareness), and cost-per-action (cost of generating leads). This data is NOWHERE close to the actual reality, however, it acts as a very effective comparison tool to select which idea to pursue (out of many). This was part of the 1st chapter of my course, "The Complete Guide To Starting Up". If you found this test helpful, you will find the entire course very meaningful. Check the link in comments to explore the course. As always, if the course does not meet your expectations, you can avail a refund in 14 days. #entrepreneur #business #motivation #success #smallbusiness #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurlife #marketing #businessowner #love #inspiration #mindset #money #startup #lifestyle #goals #fashion #instagram #instagood #motivationalquotes #digitalmarketing #realestate #life #branding #hustle #bhfyp #quotes #explorepage #investment #smallbusinessowner

I let a client walk away. Here's why. 🚶♂️ . . When I started my web design journey at 16, I jumped at the chance to build a website for a preschool—for just $30. Fast forward 7 years, and our web development studio has successfully delivered projects upwards of USD 12,000+ Last week, a prospect from Singapore was thrilled with our work and process but couldn't match our rates. As much as I wanted to help, we had to stick to our guns on our minimum project fee. Saying no to a potential client is tough, but it's essential for scaling your agency sustainably. It's not about turning away business; it's about staying true to your values and delivering top-notch work every time. Believe me, if I hadn't learned to be selective, my dev. studio wouldn't be where it is today. 💪 So, my fellow entrepreneurs, embrace the power of saying no. It might feel counterintuitive, but it's the key to unlocking your venture's full potential. Tell me, how do you decide which clients and projects to take on? P.S. Here's a pic from my recent workation in Sri Lanka. My phone nearly took a solo trip down the mountain for this shot! #agency #entrepreneurship

How I started my entrepreneurial journey as a 17-year-old: before summer started, me and one of my friends decided to make money  our plan back then was to do web design I wanted to do the UI/UX and he would do the coding back then for getting we've never heard about outreach, cold emails, cold calls, etc and we thought that to get clients we should post daily on Instagram about our works and some web designs that way someone would message us and ask for a website which never happened summer started I started to post on Instagram 2 or 3 times a week after a week of posting we decided to print business cards (we printed 1k) and we went to the biggest mall we could find and we started asking business owners if they needed a website  somehow everyone had a website we still don't know the why or the how but we went to the marketing department of that mall which was a small building outside the mall and we talked with the marketing manager of that mall (I know it looked fake, also no one believed it) we did not know sales conversation, tactics, strategies, prices nothing we even didn't know each other roles and what we do like when the manager asked something about the web design, SEO, price, etc, I didn't know what he was talking about the same thing applies to my friend when he was talking about UI/UX we didn't manage to get a project from the mall and the manager never really reached out to us then we got a web design from a start-up that one of my friend's relatives referred us the whole point of this post is we were and are against perfection we didn't want to learn, find a niche, etc (you should do) On the first day of the holiday, we printed 1k business cards and we went to the biggest mall we could find should I post the rest of the journey? #entrepreneurial #youngentrepreneur #entrepreneurialjourney #Entrepreneurship #Inspiration #SuccessStory #youthinbusiness #Inspiration

The man who gets ready to starve today, will have a Feast tomorrow. Things I learnt in entrepreneurship is - Be Vulnerable - Keep Grounded - Get ready to roll up your sleeves - Get your Hands dirty - Mostly importantly enjoy the process How long you stick to the process will decide how big you will be rewarded. #DigiNadu - Global Platform to build niche Websites, Apps & Marketing Strategies to scale your business revenue

Entrepreneurship - A journey to learn, never trust.🙊 Entering the world of entrepreneurship is like stepping into a jungle where every turn presents a new challenge. My own entrepreneur journey till now since joining my family business a year ago, I've come to understand the harsh reality that "Har kisi k bas ki baat nahi hai" 1) Website Development : Initially, My dad asked me to launch a website, I found myself navigating the complex world of web development without much prior knowledge. Falling into the *trap of agencies Teqberto India Private Limited * I ended up with a website *riddled with issues and lacking usability,* 2) Advertising through pamphlets: a) One of them has designed a pamphlet of "Play school" types b)) Another one has given me 90 gsm paper prints instead of 125 gsm, charging as per 125 gsm paper. 3) Delivery companies revealed yet another challenge : They charge 4000 as fees for delivery at customer address but if customer option for return, they will charge you 8000. ( total 12000 as delivery charges) 4) Customer Traps : Nowadays, Customers order new products from an online platform and then return the old ones disguised as returns poses a significant challenge for businesses, impacting both revenue and trust. 5) Seeking a competent 3D designer : People negotiate prices like pros but deliver results like beginners." #entrepreneurship #linkedinpost #newpost #trust #journey #CA #Practice #learning #betrayed #Entrepreneur #website #customer

The Dos and Don’ts of Turning Your Hobby into a Business Starting a business in rural areas can be challenging due to factors like limited technical knowledge and training. However, certain businesses are particularly well-suited for rural Kenya, such as textiles, weaving, spinning, tie-dye, coloring, fabric bleaching, and handicrafts made from wood, bamboo, glass, and soil. Many of you may already be crafting as a hobby, so starting a business selling your creations doesn’t require formal technical training. There’s a growing demand for handcrafted goods nationwide, making now an excellent time to transform your craft hobby into a business. Here are some dos and don’ts for turning a hobby into a business: Dos ✅ Take Action: Don't just jump in without preparation, but also avoid overthinking and getting stuck. Take steps every day to move your business forward. ✅ Do Your Research: Understand how to price your products, manage your time, and identify gaps in your knowledge. Talk to people who have successfully turned a hobby into a business to learn from their experiences. ✅ Decide Where to Sell Your Crafts: You can start small by selling at the local market such as Gikomba or go bigger with an e-commerce website. Explore online marketplaces as suggested by platforms like Jiji.ng, Kilimall - Affordable Online Shopping, and many more. ✅ Use Technology: While your handicrafts may be based on traditional techniques, modern technology can be incredibly helpful. There are free apps for everything you need, from social media management to bookkeeping. ✅ Seek Advice: You don’t have to do this alone. Connect with others in your community who have launched similar businesses, such as Dimewise Entrepreneurs Community, join social media groups on Facebook or LinkedIn, or find a mentor who can guide you. Don'ts ❌ Don’t Treat Your Business as a Hobby: To succeed, you need to adopt a business mindset. This is crucial because the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) distinguishes between hobbies and businesses. A hobby is typically not pursued for profit. Transforming your hobby into a business can be highly rewarding, but it requires careful planning and a shift in perspective. By following these dos and don’ts, you can set yourself up for success and turn your passion into a profitable enterprise. Join the Dimewise community today and get access to valuable resources, support, and a network of like-minded entrepreneurs who are all striving to make their business dreams a reality. Let's achieve success together! Join Here: https://lnkd.in/deaqPewq

How To Make Money with Website Flipping If you've ever considered turning a hobby into a money-making adventure, website flipping might just be your ticket to financial freedom. Imagine buying a neglected website, giving it a makeover, and then selling it for a profit. Sounds like fun, right? Let’s explore how you can jump into this exciting world and make some cash along the way. #WebsiteFlipping #DigitalRealEstate #OnlineBusiness #WebsiteInvesting #Entrepreneurship #WebsiteDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #PassiveIncome #StartupInvestment #WebInvesting #OnlineAssets #DigitalAssets #OnlineRevenue #BuyAndSellWebsites #TechEntrepreneur #SideHustle #FinancialFreedom #BusinessOpportunities #InvestmentTips #FlippingWebsites

Many People started Entrepreneurship journey with me. Very very few People sustained the journey. One thing that will keep the founder move forward is - Find a Problem to Solve - Find a Market that pays for it - Master Sales - Learn Marketing - Keep innovating the approach - Go Digital - Attract the right people - Scale - Fail forward - Restructure the base - Become profitable - Scale - Fail Forward - Finally, Succeed. Still People call it "Lucky" or "over night success". What you see on Social Media is 1%, The real hustle is 99% behind the scene. Dear Founders, Please master Sales & Marketing. Followers & Likes are not equal to deals. That's the only sustainable way to be in the game. #DigiNadu - Global Platform to build Websites, Apps & Marketing strategies to scale your Revenue #7Commerce - Our Million Dollar Product - Launch your Online Store in 7Minutes #Tirunelveli2SiliconValley

How much do you love website design? Here’s a fun fact: A well-designed website can increase conversion rates by up to 200%🚀 At Appmint, we make it easy for you to create stunning, user-friendly websites that engage your audience and drive results. Ready to transform your online presence? Build smarter and launch faster with Appmint today. Get started: www.appmint.io #WebsiteDesign #ConversionRates #BuildWithAppmint #NoCode #DigitalMarketing #Entrepreneurship