Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in business development but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Alexandre Paitre, Founder & CEO of Kepos, located in Taipei, Asia.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
We provide corporate education services for large organizations, primarily in the areas of business transformations/change management and human capital development.
Tell us about yourself
We are passionate about helping individuals develop their full potential and acquire the skills and competencies so they can thrive in their work life. The nature of our work combines creativity, personal relationships, and strategy understanding.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
Our biggest achievements lie in the impact we make on people and on organizations. On a more personal level, being an entrepreneur comes with a level of freedom and autonomy that is particularly fulfilling.
What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?
Like any entrepreneur, the hardest thing is to live with uncertainty and embrace risks.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
First, don’t wait. There’s never a good or perfect time to become an entrepreneur. And with time, the opportunity cost to leave an established and secure wage-based lifestyle will become greater and greater.
Second, don’t look for THE great idea: failures and mistakes are an inherent part of the life of an entrepreneur. Just get inside the water and learn how to swim.
Finally, even if you go solo, don’t stay alone and seek the help of others.
Where can people find you and your business?
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandrepaitre/
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