272 | Strategic Vision: Planning Your Business Success | with Mussayab Ehtesham

Honest Ecommerce

Mussayab Ehtesham, affectionately known as "Moose" within his circles, is originally from the vibrant streets of Pakistan. Moose grew up in a middle-class family, instilling in him the values of hard work, resilience, and self-reliance—pillars that would become the foundation of his entrepreneurial spirit.

The visionary mind behind DMOOSE, an e-commerce brand that emerged in 2017 with a global mission to empower everyday athletes, Moose has transcended mere numbers. His story serves as a testament to breaking barriers and achieving monumental success through the right mindset and unwavering perseverance.

With a background in Mechanical Engineering and a track record as a Project Manager in the automotive industry, Moose brings a distinctive perspective on business, innovation, and leadership. Beyond the realm of business triumphs, Moose's narrative extends to overcoming personal health challenges, offering profound insights into the crucial connection between physical and mental well-being.

He underscores the power of mindset in achieving goals, continuous learning, and growth. For Moose, a balanced life is the key, revolving around the principles of family, fitness, and freedom.

As an entrepreneur, investor, and motivator, he is on a mission to assist others in finding clarity, knowledge, and vision in their lives.

In This Conversation We Discuss:

• [00:54] Intro
• [01:47] Personal health struggles inspire business idea
• [02:51] From one product to a one stop shop
• [03:38] Leveraging project management skills for business
• [05:28] Pouring revenue back into business growth
• [06:49] Delegating tasks and embracing a leadership role
• [07:53] Transitioning from side hustle to serious business
• [08:54] Finding and investing in skilled individuals
• [11:03] Episode sponsors
• [13:05] Amazon to Shopify: long-term vision & branding
• [15:39] Using a diversified business strategy
• [17:04] The continuous optimization process on Shopify
• [18:47] Three key metrics for Shopify success
• [21:27] Balancing between Amazon and Shopify
• [21:54] Avoiding overreliance on a single channel
• [22:36] Avoiding complacency & staying on top of your game
• [24:17] Striking balance between business & personal life
• [25:34] Learning from failure: The path to improvement
• [27:06] The power of long-term planning and envisioning
• [28:01] One stop shop for all your fitness needs

Resources:

• Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on Youtube
• One stop shop for fitness dmoose.com/
• Follow Mussayab Ehtesham linkedin.com/in/mussayab
• Schedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connect
• Book a demo today at intelligems.io/

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