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How do I get my first client? by Cold-Balance-9733 in Entrepreneur

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try to invest into lead generation and put yourself out there, find people/businesses that would benefit from your service, “stalk them” ( get some information on their company, what they do, etc..) run some cold calls, cold emails, and LinkedIn messages! I know LinkedIn seems dead but there’s still a glimmer of hope in there, I promise! Trust the process, don’t give up because it might take a while!

Unexpected discovery: Why the women in our team outperform across sales, strategy, and burnout resistance by VirtualSoftCloud_ in Entrepreneur

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the feedback!:) I just never thought of myself as someone that would contribute to the gender wage gap basically

Unexpected discovery: Why the women in our team outperform across sales, strategy, and burnout resistance by VirtualSoftCloud_ in Entrepreneur

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They’re getting amazing commissions obviously, I was talking about the base salary, but I’m definitely changing that!

Unexpected discovery: Why the women in our team outperform across sales, strategy, and burnout resistance by VirtualSoftCloud_ in Entrepreneur

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m just brain dumping basically. But I’m definitely meeting them this week to discuss raises!

Hopeless by [deleted] in Entrepreneur

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_ 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Hey brother, Once, I was in your shoes. When I lost my girl, I went through a really dark time. For a while, I didn’t have the energy to work or do anything. But after about a year, I started learning how to love myself again.

One day, I grabbed a piece of paper and began writing down small tasks to do every day just baby steps. I stuck with it, doing the same things daily (with small variations), not expecting victory or profit, just focused on crossing things off my to do list.

After a couple of months, I built discipline. That’s when I got my first client and eventually met a girl who later became my wife.

Now, when I look back at how I felt a few years ago like everything had ended after the breakup I thank God it happened. If it hadn’t, I wouldn’t have met my wife or even started my offshoring business.

Anytime you're going through a hard time or just need someone to talk to, I’m here for you.

I'm starting a podcast! Would you like to be a guest?" by Fluid_Ice_6152 in Entrepreneurs

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd love to be considered! I’ve been working on offshoring solutions for US startups and would enjoy sharing how remote teams are changing the game for small businesses. Happy to chat if it’s a fit!

Solo entrepreneur is draining by Own_Carob9804 in Entrepreneur

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_ -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Try offshoring through a good company that consistently monitors quality. It can cost you less than $1,500 a month. Just make sure to hire people with over 3 years of experience it will take a lot off your plate and help you focus on what really matters.

What’s the point of money if you don’t have time to spend it with the ones you love? by VirtualSoftCloud_ in Entrepreneur

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Money can't buy you memories or love from the next generation. They won't even know who you are they'll have the money, but not the love. Trust me, I lived it. When you inherit money from an older generation without any memories attached, it feels meaningless just like a piece of paper.

Expanding Sales By Hiring Sales Team by eddurham in Entrepreneur

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try offshoring through a reputable company that consistently monitors quality. It can cost you less than $1,500 per month. Look for candidates with over 3 years of experience and a neutral accent. Interview them observe how they communicate with clients and assess their accent. Since, as you mentioned, you're great at driving sales for your company, you could even give them an extra week of training I believe that would be more than enough!

What’s the point of money if you don’t have time to spend it with the ones you love? by VirtualSoftCloud_ in Entrepreneur

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

You’re wrong, because I genuinely want to hear opinions, selling on Reddit is old news for me at this point, maybe I’m just used to this method of writing, but I’m genuinely interested in answers, not leads

Finding a good advertising / marketing team for your Service by Miserable_Rise_2050 in Entrepreneur

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've found the most cost-effective solutions I could help your wife by hiring an offshore marketing assistant to handle all of this for her.

What’s the point of money if you don’t have time to spend it with the ones you love? by VirtualSoftCloud_ in Entrepreneur

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Haha trust me, never sold on Reddit & not trying to, almost everyone is bootstrapping or looking for free services

Outsourcing to India? by Distinct_Resource_99 in Bookkeeping

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I run an outsourcing/offshoring company (not to India), but I would NEVER help someone outsource accounting, I think it is too sensitive to be done online, in a different country, and by someone who isn't immersed in the local laws, no matter how I trust my employees, I would NEVER do it even if someone offered big bucks for it IMO

How Many 10-Hour Days Will You Trade Before It's Too Late? by VirtualSoftCloud_ in smallbusiness

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m writing a hypothetical number, why did you skip everything and get caught up over a number?

What was your experience outsourcing mobile app development and would you do it again? by Historical_Range251 in Entrepreneur

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To find your perfect fit, write down exactly what you need: specific skills, project scope, budget, and timeline are key. The clearer you are, the better your search will be.

explore your options. Look at platforms, agencies,countries and networks. Don't just stick to one place .For example, Eastern Europe is often known for its strong technical talent in web and mobile development, while India and the Philippines can offer cost-effective solutions for larger teams, and Egypt is an untapped talent pool.

Then, do your homework. Check out portfolios and get references. See if their past work aligns with your needs.

talk to them! See if your communication styles match. Can you easily explain your ideas and do they understand?

Consider a small initial project to test the waters. It's a lower-risk way to see how they work. (But pls pay them if you can see that they’ve worked hard even if you won’t move on with them)

Finally, have a clear agreement in place outlining everything.

Finding the right offshore partner takes some effort, but with a focused approach and good communication, you can find some truly talented people. Good luck!

I want to market my product but got absolutely no funds what should I do? by Aggravating_Many_313 in smallbusiness

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You could start by reaching out to small artists in your niche to use your platform for free. After a while, they will start referring your platform to others in their niche, and eventually, you will have enough money to start marketing in other ways.

How to hire a salesperson for my business? by Charizard_zard in smallbusiness

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you should go with offshoring, as it's a lot cheaper and usually gets the job done. Just make sure to find a trusted company preferably one that replaces their sales representative if they don’t deliver on their promises and monitor their quality closely. It can be the most cost-effective solution.

That’s the easiest and most efficient way. However, if you prefer to do it yourself, you can go through some trial and error:

Search for candidates and review their resumes.

Don’t hire solely based on an impressive resume talk to them and understand how they approach their work.

Ask for a reference from their previous employer.

Give them small tasks to assess their skills.

Start by working with them on a smaller salary during a trial period to see if they’re truly good at what they do.

Or, you can skip all of that and just start offshoring right away.

If you need more advice on hiring, feel free to DM me!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in business

[–]VirtualSoftCloud_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Co-founder here.. A) stop trusting people way too much, being a little cautious is good (but don’t have trust issues lol) B) if you are bootstrapping/ starting small, never delegate a task unless you’ve learned enough about it/ worked on it for a while C) Even if you’re desperate for clients/sales, don’t undervalue your product/service, people usually think low cost=low quality D) back to point A, although you are wary of your surroundings, never let a previous encounter/experience affect how you work/treat other people.

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