The Power of Doing Things Your Way

Are you familiar with the story of American businesswoman Sara Blakely?

She is the inventor of Spanx, the shapewear brand.

She started with 5,000 dollars in savings. Initially, she could not find anyone who believed in her idea.

When she did find a manufacturer, they were used to doing things the old way.

But she didn't give up. She persisted, insisting that there must be another way to do things!

Finally, she had her prototype.

For years, she didn’t even pay for advertising. She said that her company grew organically through recommendations from… happy customers.

She managed to build an empire from a simple idea, thinking out of the box.

I strongly believe in the power of doing things your way.

There are always struggles in business, but there's freedom and creativity in not following the old path.

So, why don’t you experiment, like an artist or a painter, until you find what works best for you?

In my book, Yes, You Can - What I Wish I Had Known Before Becoming a Financial Translator, I share my professional journey after more than 30 years as a financial translator and language specialist, detailing how I learned to translate about finance and how I became an entrepreneur.

I wanted to share a positive message that you can achieve something… although it’s hard work, and you have to do it your way.

The book explores the main areas of specialisation and the challenges of becoming a successful translation specialist, including how to develop the necessary skills. It then delves into the business side, guiding you on how to develop your business in your own unique way and how to automate, monitor, and review your processes. It's not just theoretical advice but a collection of practical and actionable steps to build and grow your business.

I also wrote about clients, who they are, how to find them, and how to keep them, while the final chapter is about the future of the market.

I interviewed four professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. They shared valuable insights on the profession, how they diversified and evolved in their careers, and their strategies for success.

I hope my story inspires you to carve your own path…

… and to build your empire, however big or small.