Get the Business Guide + The Equation of Existence blueprint: https://blueprint.lifepuzzler.com I started my first business in 2015; since then, I've started multiple companies, some of which have done better than others. I've done sourcing and manufacturing, digital marketing, product design, eCommerce, and even franchising with pre-fabricated houses. I have launched countless ideas and ventures, leading to both failure and success. I wanted to reflect and make a list of 15 critical lessons that I have learned from starting and building traditional and online businesses over the years. Hopefully, you will learn something from my tips to avoid making the same mistakes that I did. VIDEO CONTENT: 00:00 - 0. Intro 00:49 - 1. You don't need capital to start a business 02:33 - 2. Stop being paranoid about someone stealing your idea 03:00 - 3. The success of a business is determined by sales 04:24 - 4. Focus on marketing and audience before product development 06:11 - 5. Launch the product or service before it is complete 06:44 - 6. Take at least two sales jobs before starting a business 07:40 - 7. Everything you need to learn can be found online 08:08 - 8. If you don't know your thing, start by building an audience 08:50 - 9. Don’t be afraid to fail or try different ideas 09:56 - 10. Start a side hustle before quitting a job or dropping off school 12:11 - 11. Start working out and going for walks daily 14:02 - 12. Don't compare yourself to others (too much) 15:01 - 13. Don’t bring in external investors too early (or at all) 17:00 - 14. Avoid starting a business with your best friend 17:35 - 15. Two most important skills to learn to succeed in business? MY GO-TO SOFTWARE FOR AN EASIER LIFE:: ✍️ CANVA Free Pro Trial (https://canva.lifepuzzler.com) 👐 SKILLSHARE Free Month (https://skillshare.lifepuzzler.com) 🌍 SURFSHARK 3 Months Free (https://surfshark.lifepuzzler.com) 🎶 EPIDEMIC SOUND 30-Day Free Trial (https://epidemic.lifepuzzler.com) WHO IS BJÖRN? I'm Björn Fritzén, a filmmaker and entrepreneur from Finland. For the past 6+ years, I have pursued the optimal balance between life and work. I dive deep into the fears, failures, and successes I have experienced to give you the tools and perspective to develop a meaningful and prosperous life for yourself. GET IN TOUCH: 📩 Get in touch by emailing me at the@lifepuzzler.com
Published: Oct 03, 2022