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Bardia Khalilifar's Transition from Corporate Leader to Startup Innovator
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In this episode of Give It A Nudge, Steve talks with Bardia Khalilifar, the Founder of Conicio Advisory.
Bardia shares his journey from the corporate tech world to founding his own consulting firm. Initially working as a programmer and network engineer, he transitioned into sales and partnerships, holding executive roles over a 20-year career. His move from corporate life to entrepreneurship was driven by his desire to apply his skills in a more dynamic environment.
Steve and Bardia discuss the challenges of leaving a stable corporate job for the uncertainty of entrepreneurship. Bardia highlights the importance of building networks and continuous learning to keep up with rapidly evolving technology. He also talks about mentoring interns and the value of understanding market needs to provide tailored consulting services.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and setting the scene
00:18 - Meet Bardia Khalilifar of Conicio Advisory
02:05 - Founding Conicio Advisory and its mission
06:05 - Bardia’s first client and early successes
12:14 - Building a future vision for Conicio Advisory
14:00 - Challenges of starting a business from scratch
18:25 - Balancing growth and innovation in a consulting firm
Stay ahead of the curve—subscribe to Give It A Nudge for the latest insights from top startups, scale-ups, and high-growth companies!
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Bardia shares his journey from the corporate tech world to founding his own consulting firm. Initially working as a programmer and network engineer, he transitioned into sales and partnerships, holding executive roles over a 20-year career. His move from corporate life to entrepreneurship was driven by his desire to apply his skills in a more dynamic environment.
Steve and Bardia discuss the challenges of leaving a stable corporate job for the uncertainty of entrepreneurship. Bardia highlights the importance of building networks and continuous learning to keep up with rapidly evolving technology. He also talks about mentoring interns and the value of understanding market needs to provide tailored consulting services.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and setting the scene
00:18 - Meet Bardia Khalilifar of Conicio Advisory
02:05 - Founding Conicio Advisory and its mission
06:05 - Bardia’s first client and early successes
12:14 - Building a future vision for Conicio Advisory
14:00 - Challenges of starting a business from scratch
18:25 - Balancing growth and innovation in a consulting firm
Stay ahead of the curve—subscribe to Give It A Nudge for the latest insights from top startups, scale-ups, and high-growth companies!
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