Welcome to the first episode of Hats Off, the official 17hats podcast hosted by CEO, Amanda Rae.
Our first guest, is none-other than one of 17hats' founders, Donovan Janus. First, we'll dive into the history of 17hats and the inspiration behind it's creation. Then we talk about the importance of business automation.
Donovan offers advice to solopreneurs and small business owners for improving their businesses, including the importance of having a repeatable experience for customers and regular systemic assessments.
00:05 Introduction and Welcome
00:34 The Story Behind 17hats
01:38 The Importance of a Business Name
04:52 The Concept of 17 Hats
06:41 The Journey of Creating 17hats
07:04 The Challenges and Successes of 17hats
09:37 The Impact of 17hats on Business Efficiency
11:41 The Evolution and Future of 17hats
23:34 Overcoming Insecurities in Business
24:29 The Importance of Saying No
24:58 Avoiding Overcomplication in Business
25:49 Learning from Past Business Experiences
26:26 The Importance of Repeatable Experiences
30:16 The Power of Streamlining and Outsourcing
31:14 The Role of a Professional in Guiding Clients
34:06 The Art of Streamlining Your Business
37:28 Appreciating the Team Behind the Business
Donovan Janus is one of the original founders of 17hats and current president of the company.
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