neil Soni
Corporation Innovation For Personal Growth
Episode Notes (by minute):
-2:30 - How COVID-19 has made Neil think there is not always a right answer and that we are dealing with many bad choices to respond too
-6:30 - How Neil’s book, The Startup Gold Mine, was an unexpected outcome. The benefits of taking notes during a new role and sharing them.
-12:00 - Two examples of One Email Away serendipity: 1) how Neil worked with agent for his book and 2) getting an introduction to a CEO for a new role that turned into a high-growth role.
-12:30 - Why quickly responding over email can help your chances with new potential opportunities
-18:30 - What Neil learned from starting his Unlimited Brewing company
-22:30 - How Neil believes it is easier to collaborate with companies as an independent than ever before
-23:00 - How Neil has been able to get most of his self-employment work through word of mouth and referral, and the importance of having a strong network
-24:30 - Why “free work” has other benefits like learning and relationships
-26:00 - Some of the downsides of self-employment work, and the importance of asking for higher rates
-28:00 - The importance of creating products as well, in addition to offering your time for compensation
-30:00 - What Neil learned from taking a course of Micro Acquisitions
(Note: these are quick notes and takeaways by David Nebinski. Please see the episode for more accurate information)