Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in clothing but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Rafael Aziz, Designer of Men’s & Women’s Socks located in New York, NY, USA.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

We are an authentic modern fashion brand of socks and accessories for all ages. Our patterns reflect the unique mix of the ancient and contemporary East spiced up by the spirit of New York, which makes it so vibrant. Each ornament and pattern is unique and has a story behind it. When creating the brand, our objective was to show the entire world the amazing multifaceted culture and beautiful colors of the East through.

Tell us about yourself

I am a serial entrepreneur who loves to create value for people. I have vast experience in creating startups and have been working in tech for quite a while. At the same time, my passion was always for creating beautiful things surrounding people. My thinking is that business shall create emotions and moods, and that can obviously bring profit. I always wanted to create something that anyone would want to have and use, something that would bring spirits up. The real driving force is when you see how the customers enjoy your product and how you bring positivity to this life. The happiness we bring with our products and smiles - is what makes our brand valuable.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

I think that the biggest is yet to come. However, by now, I have managed to successfully create, scale and exit several tech startups with remarkable sales numbers. That is related to business. As for my personality, the biggest thing I can consider is listening to myself and understanding what my passion in life is, following that, and creating reality out of dreams.

What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?

I think the most challenging is to keep business sustainable nowadays when things are changing every moment.

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

The US is naturally endowing with vast business experience. This country provides opportunities for anyone who is willing to work as well as conditions for self-expression and professional growth.

Speaking of 3 top pieces of advice, I would say 1. Set your goals clearly. 2. Do not be afraid to dream because only dreams lead you to what you want. 3. Never give up. Every failure is a good experience not to be repeated again. Each fall is a hardening and formation of the character of an entrepreneur. The path to success usually goes through a series of failures.

And what is most important, always share - your knowledge, experience, and passion. The world is very reflective, so you usually get back what you give.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://www.rafaelaziz.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rafaelazizny/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rafaelaziz/
Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafaelaziz/
LinkedIn: https://twitter.com/rafael__aziz

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