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Francisco Raio
My content got close to 2M impressions this year. 🤯
And I only started taking this seriously in March.
209 posts > 65 generated leads > 15 clients.
2023 FY Revenue: €20-25k
It's not much but it's honest work. 😅
2023 was a year of transition. I quit my full-time job and proved to myself I could do this on my own.
2024 will be a year of consolidation. I still got tons to learn and fine tune along the way.
Bring it on! 🔥
Francisco Raio
Quitting your job to go solo doesn't mean things will be easier and rosier. 😅
Last week, my "How I quit my job" post resonated with a lot of people.
So I'll be honest with you, am I happier?
Yes but:
- I still have a job.
- I still experience stress.
- I still feel burnout as a threat.
Yes, it's better in a lot of aspects (more control, more freedom, less meetings, etc).
But it’s not perfect. Stop believing in perfection.
Example: last month, I lost 2 clients and I thought everything would fall apart.
Impostor syndrome hit me really hard. As a matter of fact, it hits me every single week.
I'm still learning to embrace it and get over it.
We’re all figuring things out. Nothing is perfect.
Get used to it.
Francisco Raio
How I decided to quit my job (it took me 6 months).
Honestly, I didn't even know how to quit a job as I had never done it before. 😅
When you're doing something so serious for the first time, it's normal to feel completely lost and confused.
Here's what helped me make the decision:
1) I wasn't feeling happy for quite some time.
2) I knew it wasn't something that would go away. I had been with that feeling for quite some time and the probability of things improving weren't there.
3) I was confident I could find another similar position. If you don't have it, start applying to other jobs and get into a few interviews. It helps building confidence.
4) I had a financial safety net of at least 6 months. I knew I could live comfortably without a job for that amount of time which was enough for me.
5) I had the backing of my girlfriend, family, and friends around me. Talking to these people about the decision helped me build more confidence with their support.
6) I was looking forward to the freedom I was going to get to explore new projects and new jobs. The feeling of change was very exciting and attractive.
For me, it ended up being the right decision.
Which doesn't mean it will be for everyone.
However, if you tick all the boxes above and have the drive to do it, go for it. 🫶
Francisco Raio
Portugal has a real problem with salaries. 😥
Minimum net salary: €887/month.
Median net salary: €1.100/month.
Yes, taxes are high for individuals and companies.
But it starts with how Portuguese think about money.
1) Most companies are run by old-fashioned folks who don’t understand the importance of paying people well.
2) Employees don’t have the necessary education and confidence to properly ask for a raise frequently.
-> If you work for someone else, the easiest way to get a higher salary is to ask for a higher salary. 🤑
Which is exactly what Rita wrote about in this week’s issue of o amador financeiro.
The goal is for people to understand the importance of asking for a raise AND learn how to do it.
Subscribe for free: lnkd.in/dMpFHVnJ
PS: I write in English to an international audience.
o amador financeiro is entirely in Portuguese. 🇵🇹
Francisco Raio
Growing your mind as a startup businessperson entails forming a mentality and learning things
that can assist you in navigating the opportunities and pitfalls of entrepreneurship. These three suggestions will aid you in the process:
1. Adopt a growth mentality:
A growth mindset is the conviction that, with effort and commitment, one can improve one's skills and intelligence.
You'll face many challenges and setbacks when starting a business, therefore it's critical to develop this mindset.
Consider failure as a chance to learn, adapt, and advance rather than as a permanent setback.
You may maintain your resiliency, be open to new ideas, and continually look for ways to improve your abilities and knowledge by adopting a growth mindset.
2. Strive for Lifelong Learning:
It's essential to commit to lifelong learning because the corporate environment is continuously changing.
actively look for new data, perspectives, and trends in your field. Attend seminars, workshops, and conferences;
read books and articles; listen to podcasts; and keep up with thought leaders and subject-matter experts in your area of expertise.
Maintaining a continual learning environment ensures that you stay current on new advances, pick up new skills, and broaden your knowledge base.
You'll be better able to make wise judgements and adjust to changing circumstances if you commit to lifelong learning.
3. Create a Helpful Network:
Surround yourself with others who share your enthusiasm for entrepreneurship and personal development.
Attend networking events, look for mentors, and get involved in entrepreneurial communities.
Making connections with seasoned businesspeople and professionals can be quite beneficial.
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Francisco Raio
Hey LinkedIn fam! 👋 As entrepreneurs, we know that the journey to success is a constant evolution. Let's dive into the pivotal role learning plays in our entrepreneurial ventures!
Innovation through Education
"Innovation 101: Fueling Your Entrepreneurial Spirit 🔥"
Discover how continuous learning sparks creativity and fuels innovation. Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit by staying curious, exploring new ideas, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
Stay Ahead of the Curve
"The Learning Curve Advantage 📈"
Why ride the wave when you can create it? Learn how staying on top of industry trends and emerging technologies gives you a competitive edge. Your commitment to learning keeps you ahead of the curve.
Networking and Knowledge
"Expand Your Horizons: Networking and Learning 🌐"
Networking isn't just about contacts; it's about shared knowledge. Explore how learning from peers, mentors, and industry experts enhances your business acumen and opens doors to new opportunities.
Learning from Failure
"Embrace Failure, Learn, Succeed 🚀"
Failure isn't the end; it's a stepping stone to success. Uncover the power of learning from setbacks, refining your strategies, and emerging stronger. Turn challenges into triumphs through the lessons they provide.
Investing in Yourself
"ROI: Investing in Your Learning Journey 💼"
Your most valuable asset? Yourself. Discover the incredible return on investment that comes from dedicating time and resources to your personal and professional development.
Continuous Learning Mindset
"Thriving in the Learning Mindset 🌱"
A successful entrepreneur never stops learning. Explore how adopting a continuous learning mindset propels you forward, ensuring sustained growth and a legacy of success.
Comment below with your favorite learning resource or share your go-to strategy for staying ahead in the entrepreneurial game! 👇 #Entrepreneurship #ContinuousLearning #SuccessMindset
Francisco Raio
A professor from a reputed B.Tech institute who is working consistently on an edtech product for the last couple of months wants to start her entrepreneurship journey has called today to ask me how is your entrepreneurship life going on?
What are the challeneges and how much time shall be given to achieve financial goals?
Is it ok to go back to a 9 to 6 life if the idea/product will not work for long?
Pros & Cons as per my experince till date is
— Exciting
— Challenging
— Scary
— Too much hustle every day
— Domain specific (need to put feet in every shoe {be it ops/marketing/hiring/finance & none other than Sales}
— Need to be more convincing among partners
— You will become a good listener and a very effective speaker.
— Hit the ground early will always comes to your mind till your goal achievement.
The most exciting part is you can’t predict whether you would succeed or fail but one thing is very clear, you can start something good again from ground zero and even if you go back to a 9 to 6 life by any chance, you would be a one man army and can work in any domain as you now understands the importance of cash flows/collections/team management/motivation and self discipline.
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The two most important points which i personally follow are ••
1 - Give your best and get attached to a goal, rest is destiny.
2- Keep the competition on with yourself, following someone else will only make you a copy, Be a better version of yourself every year.
Trust me try this journey:)
Nothing could be a better learning platform apart from entrepreneurship.
Keep hustling and all the very best.
Target reader - Confidential :)
#entrepreneurship #hustlehard #growthmindset #lifeadvice #Tryatleastonceinlife #startupsuccess #Revenuegame #investorcommunity
Francisco Raio
“Ideas are not valuable”
I have met entrepreneurs, professors, and students who refrain from talking about their business or research ideas to others because they are afraid that people will steal their ideas.
Everyone has ideas. People very rarely execute them because they are going on with their lives.
Imagine you discussed your abstract business idea with someone for 5 minutes and that person suddenly gets convinced of the value of your idea, decides to drop everything he/she is doing currently in life, and starts working on the idea to build a product. I don’t think anyone has the power to alter someone’s course of life like that.
If you are worried about discussing your ideas with others, I think you are missing out on perspectives that may help you.
If you are too worried to present your research at a conference because you fear others may steal it and publish a better paper ahead of you, you are limiting your exposure to the scientific community.
I don’t find much value in ideas. I find value in actions. I had hundreds of ideas and I executed none of them. I have heard ideas from dozens of people that no one ever executed.
I believe in discussing ideas with people. It may lead to collaboration or some tangible outcome. You might find someone who will motivate you to pursue your idea. You may find your co-founder. Or you may get a new idea from them. It may change your life, not theirs.
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Francisco Raio
Ever wondered why traditional learning methods don't quite click with entrepreneurs?
My experience working with over a hundred entrepreneurs and startup founders in the last 1.5 years and starting my own venture has unveiled a profound truth for me: entrepreneurs truly are a unique breed, especially when it comes to learning and education.
Entrepreneurs seek knowledge not just for the sake of learning but as a tool to disrupt and innovate.
They process information and solve problems in ways that conventional education doesn't always address.
Driven by a relentless growth mindset, they seek knowledge that directly and immediately applies to their personal and professional goals. In the fast-paced world of startups, where practicality and efficiency are paramount, entrepreneurs hold their educational providers to the same high standards. The ideal learning model for them is "learn by doing".
And this is where one-size-fits-all solutions fail short in engaging an entrepreneurial mind.
Hereby, I' like to explore this topic further and see where I might be mistaken or missing something.
So please share your experience:
Did you struggle at school or were you at the top of your class?
Did you go on to pursue a degree in a specific niche or have you been trying a lot of different things and never stuck with one?
What were your life hacks that helped you get through school?
And what’s your favorite way to learn now?