Ozana Giusca is someone who knows how to spot an opportunity.
With the rapid development of Eastern Europe Wholesale NFL Jerseys Free Shipping , she had a sense that there was a lack of quality resources available to companies in both Bulgaria and Romania to establish successful business ventures. In addition to this, she also found that Western companies needed quality advice when trying to business in the Eastern European Market. Put the two ideas together and Bridge Europe Consulting was born...
The Interview
DS: What inspired you to set up Bridge Europe Consulting Ltd?
OG: Two things inspired me:
(i) The lack of resources amongst Romanians and Bulgarians to develop successful projects,
(ii) the need for provision of professional services at international standards, for Western companies considering setting up operations in Romania and Bulgaria.
On the other hand, i was helping people with advice Wholesale NFL Jerseys From China , as well as contacts ?now I do the same, but I charge for it.
DS: Did you have any help setting up the company or were you going it alone?
OG: I set it up entirely on my own. However, I did have few brainstorming sessions with the consultants I work with ?these are professionals with various skills, that I outsource specific tasks to.
DS: What was the biggest challenge you faced in bringing your idea to fruition? How was it overcome?
OG: Getting people to pay for consulting services. Persuasion, and development of good relationships with prospective clients always helps.
DS: What makes you most proud about your achievements with Bridge Europe Consulting Ltd?
DS: How did you actually fund your business to get it off the ground?
OG: From revenues. The initial investment was extremely low, and we have started generating income from the very beginning. These days, all you need is a laptop with Internet connection, and a mobile phone.
DS: What attributes make a successful entrepreneur?
OG: Drive and hard work. Having a goal and desire for success.
You also have to love what you are doing and to believe in what you are doing.
DS: What do you believe are the necessary elements for a business venture to succeed?
OG: Satisfy a need, find a niche market Wholesale NFL Jerseys , have the right offering?(in terms of packaging, pricing, positioning), have an appropriate action plan, with set targets and milestones. Have the appropriate mixture of skills within the team. Most important Wholesale Jerseys Cheap , DELIVER!
DS: How essential do you see a University education in achieving success as an entrepreneur?
OG: I do not think it is essential, but I think it is valuable. Higher education gives you a prospective and a structured approach. However, if one has the right attitude, it can be done.
DS: What are the three most important lessons you have learned about business and entrepreneurship?
OG: The three important lessons are:
(1) get things documented - get agreements on paper, do not rely on what people say
(2) execute mandates Wholesale Jerseys Online , and market your services at the same time. Grow your business as fast as you can.
(3) continuously expand your network (of friends, business partners, potential suppliers, anything)
DS: What advice would you give to an aspiring entrepreneur?
Dont only dream about it! Do it!
DS: What''s the number one book you would you recommend to aspiring entrepreneurs?
OG: I think people need different types of books, so I would rather not say any. It is a matter of taste Wholesale Jerseys Free Shipping , but also a matter of personal qualifications, background and understanding. People get motivated and incentivised by different things.
DS: What memorable mistakes, if any, have you made in business? What did you learn from them and how can they be avoided?
OG: Once I hadnt entirely assessed the clients abilities and understanding, and I had embarked on a project relying on his professionalism - which I learnt afterwards was totally missing. I ended up spending a lot of time educating the client - which was of course not paid for. From now Wholesale Jerseys From China , I will ensure the client knows exactly what needs to be done and especially, what are hisher responsibilities. It may sound too strong, but I ensure that the client is able to deliver, prior to signing the mandate.
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