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Business, Growth, & Entrepreneurship
Donovan shares the journey of how 17hats got started and how it got to where it is now.
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Donovan Janus, the founder behind 17hats since 2014, led the company to redefine small business operations. After steering it as CEO until 2023, he now oversees the board, ensuring 17hats continues to be a practical solution for entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of business management.
Welcome to the first episode of Hats Off, the official 17hats podcast hosted by CEO, Amanda Rae.
Our first guest is none other than one of the 17hats' founders, Donovan Janus. First, we'll dive into the history of 17hats and the inspiration behind it's creation. Then we talk about the importance of business automation.
Donovan offers advice to solopreneurs and small business owners for improving their businesses, including the importance of having a repeatable experience for customers and regular systemic assessments.
"You know, that five year milestone that people always talk about … businesses go out of business within the first five years. It's almost always because people just get burned out.
It doesn't have to do with them not being good at their craft. No. But if you're going to have a business, there is that part of business you have to take care of.
That's where 17hats can make a huge difference."
- Donovan Janus, Co-Founder 17hats
• 00:34 The Story Behind 17hats
• 09:37 The Impact of 17hats on Business Efficiency
• 23:34 Overcoming Insecurities in Business
• 24:58 Avoiding Overcomplication in Business
• 25:49 Learning from Past Business Experiences
• 26:26 The Importance of Repeatable Experiences
• 30:16 The Power of Streamlining and Outsourcing
• 31:14 The Role of a Professional in Guiding Clients
• 34:06 The Art of Streamlining Your Business
