71. Struggles of Starting a Business, Social Media and Marketing Tips - Entrepreneur Podcast

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WE SPEAK TO: Elton Lim

Elton has had quite a journey so far, from his early days as a student to becoming a successful entrepreneur. We know Elton best as the founder of Break the Box Services, a rapidly growing digital marketing agency in Malaysia. Starting his journey at the age of 18, Elton has built a successful business helping SMEs, entrepreneurs, and companies with their digital marketing needs. In this episode, we chat with Elton about his experiences, the challenges he’s faced, and his insights into the ever-evolving world of marketing.

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WE CHAT ABOUT:

• Elton's Entrepreneurial Journey: From quitting his job in a hair salon distribution company to founding Break the Box Services.
• Challenges and Triumphs: The highs and lows of running a digital marketing agency, including payment delays and dealing with difficult clients.
• The Impact of AI on Marketing: How AI is changing the landscape of digital marketing and content creation.
• Social Media Strategies: The evolution of social media marketing and what it takes to create quality content in today's saturated market.
• Personal Insights and Advice: Elton's philosophy on failing fast, learning quickly, and not overthinking decisions in business and life.
• Book Recommendations: Valuable books that have influenced Elton's journey, including "Surrounded by Idiots," "Rich Dad Poor Dad," and "The 5 AM Club."
• Podcast Recommendation: A recommended episode of Elton's podcast, "Oddinary," focusing on inspiring stories of unconventional success. 

BOOKS:

Surrounded By Idiots by Thomas Erikson - 

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki -

The 5 AM Club by Robin Sharma - https://amzn.to/3WSBAww

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