Description

Wes Lemos is an Entrepreneur, Growth Hacker, Multi SaaS Founder, and Founder and CEO of Sales Connector. He is passionate about helping businesses overcome their bottlenecks and develop true solutions to increasing growth through strategic messaging, targeted lead generation and professional network development.

In this episode of the Relentless Pursuit of Winning podcast, Rick Meekens interviews Wes Lemos, an experienced entrepreneur and growth hacker. Wes shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from a young age and evolving through various business ventures. He emphasizes the importance of unconventional strategies for business growth, the necessity of feedback and pivoting, and the value of building strong relationships in entrepreneurship. Wes also discusses his SaaS product, Sales Connector, which leverages LinkedIn for business growth, and highlights the role of AI in enhancing business strategies. The conversation is filled with insights and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Takeaways

• Entrepreneurship can be part of one's DNA, but anyone can become an entrepreneur.
• Unconventional strategies can lead to significant business growth.
• Feedback is crucial; be willing to pivot when necessary.
• Building relationships is more important than just focusing on business.
• Sales Connector helps businesses leverage LinkedIn effectively.
• AI will disrupt many markets; early adopters will gain an edge.
• Focus on understanding your target audience for better sales.
• It's essential to test your MVP quickly with real customers.
• Networking with those a few steps ahead can provide valuable insights.
• Embrace the roller coaster of entrepreneurship; it's a journey of wins and losses.

Chapters

• 00:00: Wes Lemos: An Entrepreneurial Journey
• 10:01: The Importance of Feedback and Pivoting in Entrepreneurship
• 27:03: Sales Connector: Leveraging LinkedIn for Business Growth
• 32:05: Navigating Challenges: Lessons from the Entrepreneurial Journey