SGN #47

64 min.

Infoautónomos: How to scale from freelancer to entrepreneur and build a strong team.

How to go from self-employed to entrepreneur. Mindset, AI, processes and team to grow sustainably.

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About the episode

In this episode of Signolia , we talked with Javier Santos, founder of Infoautónomos and digital business mentor, about the great challenges and opportunities faced by the self-employed and small businesses in Spain. We address fundamental topics such as the business mindset, the importance of delegating, digitization, the use of AI tools, and the need to implement processes if you want to grow.

Episode Summary

0:00

Introduction and presentation by Javier Santos

History of Infoautónomos and how the largest community of freelancers in Spain was created.

1:42

Origin of the project and evolution of the business model

From social network to specialized advice: the need to pivot against giants such as LinkedIn and Google

3:22

The leap from self-employment to real business

How to change the mentality from technician to entrepreneur, the importance of delegating and creating business habits.

6:06

Business identity and obstacles to growth

The fear of hiring, the lack of business training and how it affects the development of businesses.

14:27

Digital tools and digital transformation

Key applications to improve productivity and management in small businesses.

21:13

When and how to hire your first employee

Common mistakes, hidden costs, and how to know if you're ready to delegate.

26:55

Internal processes and systems: key to scaling

Why documenting procedures can make the difference between growing or stagnating.

33:58

Structural problems of the sector and solutions

Profitability, training and generational renewal in the signage sector (and in many others).

41:27

Dual vocational training and the role of the company

The importance of SMEs as talent trainers in the new educational model.

44:36

When to hire an external consultant?

Advantages of having a mentor or business consultant to avoid mistakes and accelerate growth.

50:00

Customer analysis and profitability by project

How simple scoring can help you earn more and work less.

58:19

The impact of AI on small businesses

How to use artificial intelligence in a practical and realistic way without losing focus.

1:01:48

Where to find Javier Santos

MentoringNegocios.com and LinkedIn as channels to access their expertise and resources.

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Javier Santos

Javier Santos is a founding partner of Infoautónomos, the largest online community of self-employed workers in Spain, with more than 300,000 ...

Sergio Carbonell

More than 20 years in the business world, in the areas of point-of-sale branding and online marketing.

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