How He Got Funding From Shark Tank | Podcast with Hashir Aziz | EP#15

In this episode, we delve into Hashir's journey, exploring his strategies for driving growth, forming strategic partnerships, and navigating the competitive e-commerce landscape. Gain insights into the challenges and successes that have shaped his career, and learn valuable lessons on business development in the tech industry.

How He Got Funding From Shark Tank | Podcast with Hashir Aziz | EP#15

Hashir Aziz Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamhashiraziz/

The episode has been split into specific sections, giving you the best possible experience from each part:

00:00 Promo
01:31 Intro
02:12 Tell us about your educational and family background.
03:23 What was your first entrepreneurial venture, and can you share details about it?
06:14 How much initial investment did you put into your business, and what was your approach to product selection?
10:42 Coming from an accounting background, how did you manage website creation, marketing, and other aspects during the initial phase?
15:03 What was your initial product range, and how did your business grow over time?
17:22 Apart from jewelry, your mall now offers other product categories. Can you elaborate on this diversification?
20:13 What was the main reason for transitioning from jewelry to electronics?
21:20 Given the significant shift in categories, did it affect customer acquisition or branding? If so, how?
25:15 What is your average Return on Sales (ROS), and what has been your highest Return on Capital (ROC)?
27:09 What is the best way to find vendors in your industry, and how should one build strong relationships with them?
30:39 How did you approach your first deal in China, and what considerations should one keep in mind?
33:11 How do you handle customs-related matters efficiently?
35:55 What common mistakes do people make in marketing, and how can they be avoided?
38:39 Can you share your journey from Rhizmall to ARCH?
42:35 Tell us more about ARCH—what kind of product categories does it focus on?
46:20 What marketing strategies did you implement when launching ARCH Lounge?
51:36 What is your company’s rate of return, and what steps can you take to optimize it?
56:46 How was your experience on Shark Tank, and what advice would you give to participants aiming for the next season?
01:03:36 How has your experience been with Exitbase, and what lessons did you learn?
01:04:40 What final words or advice would you like to share with the audience?

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