In this episode of “After Hours Entrepreneur,” host Mark engages in an insightful conversation with a special guest. They discuss the essential steps to transition your hobby or passion project into a legitimate and profitable business. From identifying your target audience to standing out in a competitive market, this episode offers practical strategies and valuable tips to help you succeed. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to elevate your existing venture, this conversation is packed with actionable advice you don’t want to miss.
Our Guest
Mark Savant
www.marksavantmedia.com
https://www.facebook.com/MarkSavantMedia/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-savant-ba777145/
https://www.instagram.com/marksavantmedia/
Hacks to take Away
Stand out by telling more stories: Sharing personal stories helps create a connection with your audience and makes your content more memorable. Building an archive of stories from your real-life experiences can help you captivate and impact people.
Challenge the status quo: In a competitive market, find ways to differentiate yourself by challenging industry norms and standard practices. Identify the common operating procedures and consider alternative approaches to stand out and offer unique value.
Take inspiration from successful entrepreneurs: Study successful entrepreneurs like Gary Vaynerchuk and learn from their storytelling techniques. Document your own journey and transform everyday experiences into compelling stories that resonate with your audience.
Develop important life skills: Recognize the importance of acquiring relevant life skills, even if they might not align with your personal interests. For example, Mark emphasizes the significance of learning how to safely handle firearms as a valuable life skill.
Embrace favorite movies and TV shows: Mark shares his favorite TV show, “Mad Men,” and expresses appreciation for its compelling characters and well-executed ending. Enjoying movies and TV shows can offer inspiration and entertainment, allowing you to explore different characters and narratives.
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Junaid Ahmed has been a user experience designer for over 15 years. As a UX professional, he uses the user-centered design philosophy to come up with solutions. Trust the system, it works!
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