The En Factor Podcast features conversations with entrepreneurs who have started, stumbled and succeeded.
In this week’s En Factor episode, we are thrilled to welcome Jake Halusic to the show. Jake is a serial entrepreneur and currently the Founder and CEO of Trofeo, a Microsoft Cloud AI partner that focuses on Microsoft Azure and connects businesses with the cloud platform to support their business goals and bring them lasting value throughout all levels of the business. Jake, who originally graduated from The University of Tampa, discusses the value of mentorship as an entrepreneur and the importance of building a network early on in your career. We also gather his insights on the importance of a strong company culture and identifying gaps in the markets to recognize and capitalize upon opportunities and achieve success for your business. Tune in for a plethora of insightful and inspiring tips that will help guide you to entrepreneurial and professional success!
Key Words: Technology Entrepreneurship, CEO
Chapters
00:00 • The Entrepreneurial Journey: From College to Trofeo
02:58 • The Power of Persistence and Mentorship in Entrepreneurship
05:56 • Building a Growth-Oriented Business: Strategy and Insights
09:47 • Raising Capital and Networking: Keys to Business Success
29:54 • The Mid-Market Opportunity: Cloud Strategy and Design
36:22 • Building a Strong Company Culture: The Trofeo Story
44:26 • Leadership Challenges and Lessons Learned
52:18 • The Value of Networking and Work-Life Balance
Episode takeaways
- Persistence and mentorship are crucial for entrepreneurial success.
- Networking and relationship building are essential for business growth and success.
- Having a clear plan and goal for the business is important, whether it’s a growth-oriented company or a lifestyle business.
- Raising capital and building a strong network of advisors and partners are key strategies for business growth and success.
- Building a strong network early in your career is crucial for future success.
- Identifying gaps in the market and focusing on the mid-market can lead to business opportunities.
- A strong company culture and a focus on business outcomes are essential for success.
- Learning from failure and maintaining work-life balance are key aspects of leadership and personal growth.
The En Factor® Podcast
Conversations with Entrepreneurs
Hosted by Dr. Rebecca White
Our audience of aspiring and established entrepreneurs are inspired to persevere throughout their entrepreneurial journey. You will hear first-hand stories of success, resilience through failure, and how to become a master in your field.