#AskPeshev 98: Slack Community for Business Leaders

#AskPeshev 98: Slack Community for Business Leaders

June 23, 2021

“If we get through a massive global recession successfully, it will only get better after.”

— Mario Peshev

Take a little trip down memory lane with me as I share with you how I started DevriX, a WordPress development agency, and Growth Shuttle, my business advisory. I have shared some useful insights on:✓ surviving a global recession✓ starting a business✓ pursuing professional growth✓ operating under COVID-19✓ setting goals with your business  I also got to share some tips and resources on several press articles this week!  Apart from knowledge sharing, community building is also what I’m passionate about—these two are what have led me to think of creating a Slack community that will enable me and business leaders like you to share business and management insights. It’s already in the works. If you want to be a part of it, hit “Reply” now :)  Looking forward,  Mario

Question 1: What type of business do you run? I run several companies, including DevriX (a top 20 global WordPress agency) and Growth Shuttle, a business advisory for SMEs.

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