I've been running a business since I was 18 and, for the past 10 years, have had the privilege of leading my own company in finance. My work experience is truly amazing - from being a newspaper boy to working in call centers and taxi driving; it's given me an incredible opportunity to learn about people, understand them better, and explore new opportunities. For the last 10 years, I worked with skilled people in finance and got the opportunity to learn so much more. I held various leadership roles including training manager, sales manager, and marketing and communications responsible. With this expertise combined, I feel I have developed a personality that really enjoys everyone's company. I find everyone's work to be full of excitement and joy.
As an entrepreneur and finance professional with over 10 years of experience running multiple companies, I have always been driven by a desire to improve and grow my businesses. But when I faced a challenge that I had not encountered before - finding the right IT resource - I knew I had to think outside the box.
Why I Moved to Pakistan to Start My Business
Almost every company I talked to was facing the same problem. It seemed that the IT skills shortage in Norway was a widespread issue, and small and medium-sized companies like mine were particularly affected.
In order to succeed in a new culture, you must first understand and embrace the differences. Then, and only then, can you truly excel.by: Shep Hyken
The big companies had the resources to hire young students straight out of school, leaving fewer qualified candidates available for the rest of us. Many IT professionals had a lot of options and chose to work for more well-known or prestigious companies, making it harder for smaller companies to compete. As a result, smaller companies often had to pay more for the same IT resources and ended up with lower quality employees. To make matters worse, many IT professionals who started at startups ended up leaving for larger tech companies within a year or two, causing disruptions and limiting the startups' ability to retain talent.
I knew that something had to change. That's why, in December 2021, I made the difficult decision to leave Norway and move to Pakistan to start my own company, Lafacil. I was drawn to Pakistan by the wealth of talent and expertise that is available here, and I was determined to use my skills and experience to help other startups and small and medium-sized companies who were struggling to find the right IT talent.
Since moving to Pakistan, I have been amazed by the abundance of qualified IT professionals who are willing to work on a project-by-project basis. This is a game-changer for small and medium-sized companies like mine, who often struggle to afford the cost and commitment of hiring full-time employees. At Lafacil, we connect these companies with the exact skillsets they need for their projects, and they only pay for the time they need. It's a cost-effective and convenient solution that has already helped many startups and small and medium-sized companies succeed.
(I will also talk about my challenges here in Pakistan in another blog)
I am proud of what Lafacil has accomplished so far and I am excited to see where the future takes us. If you are a startup or small and medium-sized company in need of IT talent, I hope you will consider working with us. Together, we can overcome the IT skills shortage and help your business thrive.
Improving My Health and Sustainability Efforts
In my blogs, I plan to share my experiences and struggles of moving to Pakistan and starting a new business in a foreign country. I will also talk about the things that are important to me, such as improving my health by going to the gym more often and eating healthier. Sustainability is also a priority for me, and I hope to share how I am implementing it in my personal life and at Lafacil. Additionally, I want to showcase the beauty and hospitality of Pakistan to the world.
Using AI to Write Without Google Finding Out
Since I’m not good in writing, so I’m using ChatGTP, and since google has band it from SEO, I need to find out a way how to write with using AI without letting Google find out. 😉 If you have any ideas, let me know. My goal is also to get better in writhing in English.