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Have you ever wondered how it goes running one of the biggest CRO agencies globally and a SaaS startup? Want to know the weekly challenges, frustrations, wins, screwups, and everything in between?You’ve come to the right place because BootTrapped is where Ayat Shukairy from Invesp and Khalid Saleh from FigPii, who are not just business partners but also life partners, share it all.From big wins to massive blows, the good, the bad, and the ugly of running two businesses and growing them up, but also dealing with life and work as partners.In this weekly podcast, you’ll learn what running an agency and a SaaS is like!You’ll learn stuff you never knew before, no filtering, no editing, just the truth, and nothing more.If you’re an agency owner or an entrepreneur looking to build and scale your agency or company, this is the right show for you.Tune in every Tuesday and know how Ayat and Khalid got through their week, how they reflect on it, and how you can learn from their mistakes.
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I won't spoil what I did to save up hours of my day in the first line of the episode description, but feel free to guess before listening to the episode.I & Ayat (Once again) find that we've signed up for something that we don't have time for and I'm not sure how we'd do it, but we'll see.We've got some huge updates regarding the team and how they're now much happier and more efficient and much more. Tune in if you want to know the latest updates on FigPii & Invesp. Check out the...
In this episode of BootTrapped, Khalid Saleh and Ayat Shukairy talk about their week, how it's going, what challenges they faced, how they overcame them, and their plans for the future?Check out the timestamps if you want to know what's talked about in this episode, and don't forget to tune in every Tuesday to listen to the latest episode and learn something new.Timestamps:00:57 Episode Intro 02:00 How It All Started03:44 How Did Invesp Start?11:40 The First Project In The Journey07:36 How Do...
In this episode of BootTrapped, Khalid Saleh and Ayat Shukairy talk about their week, how it's going, what challenges they faced, how they overcame them, and their plans for the future?Check out the timestamps if you want to know what's talked about in this episode, and don't forget to tune in every Tuesday to listen to the latest episode and learn something new.Timestamps:00:57 Episode Intro01:33 Ayat's Updates On Invesp / Herself02:50 How To Deal With Savvy and Sophisticated Clients03:28 Ay...
In this episode of BootTrapped, Khalid and Ayat talk about how they manage sales, marketing, and teamwork together. They discuss how working well together helps their company grow and succeed. They share stories and tips on ensuring everyone is on the same page and working towards the same goals.They talk about how they use marketing to help sales and how they all work together to make sure customers are happy. Communicating clearly and working as a team shows how businesses can grow and succ...
In this episode of BootTrapped, Ayat, and Khalid discuss various challenges and updates in their businesses, Invesp and FigPii. They delve into topics such as time off policies, workload balancing, client management, and product updates.Ayat shares insights into the challenges of managing time off and workload distribution in their agency. She discusses better processes for handling staff absences and client expectations.Khalid talks about the generous free plan offered by FigPii and the chal...
In this episode of the Bootstrapped podcast, hosts Khalid and Ayat delve into various topics that encapsulate the highs and lows of running a business. Khalid starts the conversation with a light-hearted discussion about the different "voices" one adopts in professional settings, such as the "sales voice," before sharing his frustrations and learning experiences from video recording mishaps. On the other hand, Ayat touches upon more serious subjects, including the difficult decision to l...
In this latest episode of the BootTrapped podcast, Khalid and Ayat discuss various topics related to their business ventures and the challenges they're facing. They touch upon issues such as changing company culture, implementing new processes like quarterly assessments, challenges with hiring and retaining employees, marketing strategies including LinkedIn advertising, and conducting customer interviews.Khalid reflects on the importance of knowing when to pull the plug on certain initiatives...
In this enlightening episode of BootTrapped, co-hosts Ayat and Khalid delve into the complex world of internal team dynamics, sharing firsthand experiences from their dual ventures at Invesp, a pioneering digital marketing agency, and FigPii, a cutting-edge SaaS company. Facing the challenges of rapid growth, they discuss the delicate art of managing complaints and issues through strategic restraint and wisdom. The conversation illuminates the importance of not rushing into hasty decisions wh...
Join Ayat and Khalid in this insightful episode of BootTrapped as they dive deep into the challenges of documentation, scaling, and negotiations. Discover the importance of organized documentation in running a successful company and the lessons learned from navigating the complexities of scaling operations. Khalid shares a valuable lesson in negotiations, emphasizing the need to hold your ground when necessary. The duo discusses their experiences in conference pitching, shedding light on...
From defining roles and responsibilities within the organization to making crucial hiring decisions, Khalid & Ayat provide candid reflections on their journey, emphasizing the importance of learning from both successes and regrets. As they discuss the significance of clear communication, structured growth, and the evolving dynamics of their team, you will gain a unique perspective on the transformative year that was and the strategic plans set in motion for a successful 2024. Tune in to h...
Join hosts Khalid and Ayat in this episode of Bootstrapped as they unravel the complexities of client management and share candid insights into their growing team. Ever wondered about the challenges of identifying the ideal client or managing client expectations effectively?How does a husband-wife team lead two companies, Invesp and ThickPie, through growth and transformation? Discover the evolving dynamics of their nearly 40-member virtual team and the crucial role of company culture in a th...
In this episode of Bootstrapped, Khalid and Ayat talk about managing goals, autonomy, and client satisfaction within their respective companies, FigPii and Invesp. They discuss the balance between giving teams the freedom to achieve set goals and the need for involvement when objectives aren't met. The hosts share insights into their experiences during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, revealing the diverse outcomes for their clients. Additionally, they reflect on the importance of providin...
Welcome to BootTrapped, where Khalid and Ayat, co-founders of Invesp and FigPii, delve into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship. In this episode, they explore the intricacies of optimizing CRO processes, tackling the challenge of onboarding new clients, and navigating the measurement metrics for marketing experiments. Join them as they candidly discuss their experiences in running two companies simultaneously and provide insightful weekly updates on their entrepreneurial journey.
In this latest episode of BootTrapped podcast, hosts Khalid and Ayat take their listeners on a candid journey through the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. Opening with a reflection on the previous week's challenges, the duo delves into the nitty-gritty of onboarding a new team member, highlighting the importance of transparency in showcasing both successes and setbacks. As Ayat shares the smoother onboarding process, the conversation shifts towards the intricate balance between mainta...
In this episode of BootTrapped, hosts Khalid and Ayat candidly discuss the challenges and reflections that come with defining roles and responsibilities within a growing company. They share valuable insights into the fundamental importance of role clarity for smooth business operations.Tune in to hear how they grapple with the complexities of defining roles, especially in a fast-paced environment where client expectations and team dynamics constantly evolve. With transparency and honesty, the...
In this episode of BootTrapped, hosts Khalid and Ayat dive deep into the challenges faced by their agency, sharing valuable insights and lessons learned along the way. With a focus on hiring, culture, and client relationships, they reflect on the importance of adopting fresh perspectives to tackle business obstacles.The episode unfolds with a candid discussion about their hiring struggles, emphasizing the need for reevaluating their approach to finding the right talent. Ayat introduces the co...
In this episode of the BootTrapped podcast, hosts Khalid and Ayat delve into the challenges faced at Invesp (a conversion rate optimization company) and FigPii (a SaaS company). They candidly discuss their recent experiences, including struggles with onboarding new team members, adapting to evolving processes, and managing financial aspects. Khalid shares his frustrations with team expansion and exploring cost-saving measures, such as moving away from cloud hosting services. Ayat reflect...
In this week's episode of the Bootstrapped podcast, your hosts Khalid and Ayat dive deep into the heart of entrepreneurship, discussing the challenges faced during times of crisis. Drawing from their own experiences and insights, they unravel the intricacies of managing a company in the midst of a storm. Tune in for an insightful conversation that explores the human side of entrepreneurship.
Join hosts Khalid and Ayat in a deep dive conversation with Karen, the dynamic founder of Apiary Digital, a renowned agency specializing in handpicking top-tier talent for high-growth organizations. In this insightful episode of the Bootstrapped podcast, Karen candidly shares her extraordinary entrepreneurial odyssey, from the initial uncertainties of venturing into the business world to the organic expansion of her consulting venture, culminating in the birth of Apiary.Karen delves into her ...
In this episode of "The Bootstrapped" podcast, hosts Khalid and Ayat dive into the complexities of client satisfaction and the importance of establishing a consistent flow and vision in your business. They share insights on seeking guidance from a business coach to navigate challenges, introduce the "Who Method" of hiring to build a stellar team, and discuss strategies for turbocharging the speed of FigPii, their featured tool. Join Khalid and Ayat as they unpack the nuances of maintaini...
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