Episode 79: Focus on a single task until it's done, Hamid Shojaee.

Published: Sept. 30, 2015, 8 a.m.

Hamid is addicted to the high of making products that people love to use. Sometimes, the users even pay for them, which is how he funds his enormously high cost of body-hair removal. Along the way, he\u2019s made a couple of companies including Axosoft and Pure Chat and has helped Arizona\u2019s tech scene create its voice with AZTechBeat.com. He\u2019s passionate not only about achieving financial success in business but also success in health and wellness as an owner and also for his employees. \xa0

\nSecret -- timesaving technique\n

Hamid tries to focus on one task at a time -- don\u2019t get caught up in the daily complexities that tie business owners down. ONWARD!

\nDaily habit that contributes to success\n

Coffee! Hamid drinks three cups a day to refuel his energy reserve -- it\u2019s a great decision-making partner.

\nCould have ruined your business -- but now -- an invaluable learning experience\n

Hamid learned through experimentation -- and Hamid tells the whole story here.

\nMost critical skill you think business owners need to master to be successful\n

\u201cBusiness owners should learn to make the best decision for their company by first determining the correct path.\u201d

\nMost influential lesson learned from a mentor\n

\u201cEntrepreneurs have to understand the more is better attitude is a complex and dangerous strategy.\u201d \xa0

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\nFinal Round -- \u201cBreaking Down the Recipe for Success\u201d\n

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\nWhat systems would you go back and put into place sooner?\n

I would have gone back and implemented a system to help our team gain market share through sustainable resourcing.

\nWhat one strategy or \u201crecipe\u201d would compound into big wins for business owners?\n

Business owners need to think outside of their wheelhouse of expertise and continually evaluate consumer sentiments.

\nHow to exceed expectations and add the most value?\n

An individual who looks at work as a personal craft -- it\u2019s viewed as a major contribution\xa0to the universe.

\nWhat strategy would you recommend new business owners focus on to best ensure success?\n
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  1. Self-doubt can be conquered
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  3. Simplify your business -- less is more
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\nHow best to connect with Hamid:\n\n

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