#365 - Why Did I Wear a Suit to Web Summit? Spoiler: It Worked!
Description
I share updates on negotiating for a new office, including the challenges with the landlord and contract terms. I reflect on changing my dress code at Web Summit, how it affected others’ perceptions and my self-confidence. I discuss Web Summit highlights—AI hype, standout startups, and networking moments. Finally, I break down my latest automations that save hours on outreach and client management, boosting productivity for my bootstrapped business.
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Timestamps by PodSqueeze
Episode Introduction and Delay (00:00:00 )
Office Move: Motivation and Search (00:01:09 )
Office Lease Negotiations (00:03:53 )
Landlord Research and Decision (00:07:36 )
Web Summit: Dress Code Experiment (00:09:51 )
Impact of Dressing Formally (00:11:09 )
Networking and Perceptions at Web Summit (00:13:19 )
Self-Confidence and Professional Image (00:15:30 )
Web Summit: AI Startup Trends (00:19:09 )
Notable Startups and Conference Value (00:22:56 )
Automations: Social Media and Outreach (00:26:12 )
Automation Workflow Details (00:27:24 )
Automation Impact and Closing (00:30:41 )
United States
