There are many different reasons why people start companies. Everyone has their own story and their own path. But there is something that connects all founders: They have an idea and set out on their journey. They gather information, get help and prepare themselves well for self-employment. With this good preparation, they achieve their goals for the company. You can find out how to do this here.
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© hannoverimpuls GmbH What were the biggest hurdles in the start-up process
The biggest hurdle for me was the bureaucracy. I focus on the production and distribution of raw
of raw vegan food - to get the license, I first had to prove that I was a master confectioner.
that I am a master confectioner. Fortunately, I was soon able to sort that out, as my range of products goes in a completely different
completely different direction.
Who or what helped you the most during the start-up process - and how?
Family and friends were a great support for me. They motivated me and sometimes gave me a clear opinion.
opinion. It also helped me when I was able to present my dishes somewhere. The positive
feedback has spurred me on.
What financing path did you take?
I have financed myself exclusively from my own resources. However, I now have to plan how to proceed in the future.
To what extent were there setbacks in the start-up process that required a rethink or that you grew from?
have you grown? Apart from the problem with the permit, I have fortunately been spared setbacks so far.
I have fortunately been spared any setbacks so far. But you have to be prepared for the fact that there will be difficult situations.
will arise. However, you can grow by solving them.
How would you say you benefit from your intercultural competence as a founder?
I can't say that I have benefited in any way. I produce and sell vegan raw food - there were no points of contact.
© hannoverimpuls GmbH What were the biggest hurdles in the start-up process?
For me, they were mainly mental hurdles: Can I do it? Can I afford it? But then I realized
that there was basically nothing to stop me and just got started.
Who or what helped you the most during the start-up process - and how?
On the one hand, it was my family, who supported me and gave me strength. Friends and acquaintances have also
also accompanied me on my journey, as well as some people I met while networking. But there were also
people who were against my plans and tried to dissuade me. In the end, however
only encouraged me even more to go my own way, so these people also helped me. Today I can say that
I simply met the right people at the right time.
What financing path did you take?
I did everything myself back then. With my current level of knowledge, I would perhaps do one or two things differently
things differently and seek support.
To what extent have there been setbacks in the founding process that have required a rethink or that have helped you to grow
?
Fortunately, there have been no setbacks so far. But I have also grown with my challenges
and have developed further. That's just part of it.
How would you say you benefit from your intercultural competence as a founder?
I can't say that I benefit directly from it. Although I have Armenian roots, I grew up in Germany and feel at home here.
In my opinion, it's more about what you radiate and who you are as a person. However, I am now receiving more and more
requests for intercultural training. We have been offering these officially since April this year.
What were the biggest hurdles in the start-up process?
For me, it was "getting my act together". Starting your own business is always associated with risks, for example when it comes to financing. I first had to pull myself together and take the plunge.
Who or what helped you the most during the start-up process - and how?
I received a lot of support from my parents and my wife, be it financially, emotionally or by actively helping to set up the workshop. Without the support they gave me, starting up would have been virtually impossible. hannoverimpuls also helped me. I was able to acquire a lot of knowledge there.
What financing path did you take?
I managed everything on my own or with the help of my family.
To what extent were there setbacks in the founding process that required a rethink or that you grew
from?
I imagined some things would be a little easier, especially when it came to the authorities. I now know that there can always be problems with customers. Sometimes you have to wait a long time for your money, which can put a lot of strain on small businesses in particular. But there are always difficulties and challenges, and as an entrepreneur you simply have to be able to deal with them.
How would you say you benefit from your intercultural skills as a founder?
I have business relationships in Spain, Italy and Eastern Europe, some of which have come about through my family. But not only. Above all, it's important to do things the right way. But that's not necessarily just a question of intercultural competence.
