Because of digital innovation, starting an online business has become one of the simplest ways to earn money. But numerous entrepreneurs fail to build a successful company because of a fixed mindset. For some business owners generating revenue beyond $10K a month feels impossible and they never try to do it. An aspiring entrepreneur must acknowledge that the journey requires commitment and continued development. A growth mindset is essential even for small business owners to stay relevant in the market.
Our magazine “Think 7 Figures” is about educating the readers to have a millionaire mindset so, your business not only generates 7 figures in revenue but also makes an impact on millions of people’s lives.
For our audience, today we have an exclusive interview with Laura K. Inamedinova who is an expert in helping businesses to build visibility and generate sales beyond 7 Figures. She was named Marketing Genius by Disrupt magazine and Top 10 Women in Business by Silicon Valley Times. She is the founder of B2B Marketing Agency LKI Consulting, speaker & thought leader.
1. What advice would you give to someone thinking about becoming an entrepreneur?
To start off, one of the most essential things to take into account is that it will be a really hard path with a lot of obstacles. Be prepared for ups and downs, rejections, moments when you want to give up.
Try to improve yourself every day. Nowadays, you can find and learn everything on the internet. Also, there are a lot of books and sources that can educate you and make you as professional as you can be.
Another key aspect is networking. The wider it is, the more opportunities you have. In other words, networking is the key.
Lastly, planning is another essential aspect of achieving greatness. It will prepare you for every case scenario; that’s why you will become aware of every possible outcome in the future.
2. What would you say was the single most influential factor in your business’ success?
To put our clients’ time as our main priority. Time is the most valuable asset that a person can have. If you manage it well, your client’s satisfaction might improve dramatically. Moreover, it helps to prioritize the job responsibilities and attain your targets much faster. When you better organize your time, you’ll be able to take on new possibilities and sustainably expand your organization.
3. Name 3 people in the business world who inspire you the most?
One of the three that comes to mind would be Jack Dorsey. He is a leading innovator of our era and the CEO of Twitter. He always spends time inspiring and motivating his people and he’s a big crypto fan, just like me!
Reed Hastings is another person worth mentioning. The creation of Netflix changed the world of entertainment completely! Not to mention their flawless user experience and marketing campaigns, which always can influence valuable insights.
Lastly, Elon Musk. It is impossible not to be impressed by the changes that he is trying to implement in our world. It is not surprising at all why a genius like him is the wealthiest person on the planet.