Ep. 18 - How This Pakistani Immigrant Went From 7-Eleven Staff to Successful IT Entrepreneur ft. Hassan Shah

In this episode, we're joined by Hassan Shah, Founder of Workspace IT Solutions, a leading provider of corporate-level managed IT services and software solutions that serve various industries across Australia and beyond.Hassan shares how a childhood engagement and a failed visa application led him to Australia, his unexpected start in a 7-Eleven that pushed him towards his true calling, and the pivotal moment when a corrupted hard drive catalysed his entrepreneurial journey.He also talks about the power of persistence in business success, the importance of having a supportive partner when pursuing entrepreneurial dreams, and how networking groups like BNI can be game-changers for small business owners.If you want to learn how to balance risk-taking, persistence, and personal growth to build a successful business, then make sure to listen to this episode!-----SHOW NOTES LINKShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/hassan-shah-shani-23888447/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/workspace-it-solution/ https://healthcareitsolutions.com.au/ https://web.facebook.com/hitsmadesimple/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitsmadesimple/ https://www.instagram.com/hitsmadesimple/ -----  LISTEN TO THE PODCASTSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3QTXo7s Apple Music: https://apple.co/46dyEeI Google Podcast: https://bit.ly/3QFkw8A Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/40Akwv8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVeRalAVOkGHYLfciZy_5Xg  ----- FIND US HERE Website: https://solveaccounting.com.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550067431709 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philkhao/ LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/philipkhao  ----- CONTACT USPhone: (02) 8197 1733Email: [email protected]  ----- TIME STAMPS:00:00 Intro00:42 Story of Hassan- How he got into IT04:32 Why Hassan left Pakistan08:13 First thing Hassan did when he got to Australia10:49 Hassan starting his IT business16:08 First year running the business- motivation in changing the IT industry21:37 Challenges Hassan is facing now in the business22:40 Hassan on being a father and running business26:31 Advice to people who wants to start their business28:11 Outro ----- DISCLAIMER The information provided in this podcast is for general purposes only and should not be considered personal advice. Always consult with qualified professionals or experts in the relevant field for pe