Listen "#365 - Why Did I Wear a Suit to Web Summit? Spoiler: It Worked!"
Episode Synopsis
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.twitter: https://x.com/wbetiagolinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiago-ferreira-48562095/Timestamps by PodSqueezeEpisode 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)
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