One Million Euro Stories - S03 / E24

Self-validate wins and gain momentum

Founder Octavia Goredema CEO of Fire memos

In this podcast episode of One Million Euro Stories, Iris Mettendaf speaks to the founder and CEO of Fire memos Octavia Goredema. Fire memos is a Techstars portfolio company.

Octavia Goredema is the author of PREP, PUSH, PIVOT: Essential Career Strategies for Underrepresented Women. Her mission is to help underrepresented professionals advance their careers.

Octavia emphasizes the importance of recognizing our value, even when it may not be reflected back at us. She encourages women to keep track of their career milestones and to engage in self-validation. She emphasizes the importance of tracking wins, reflecting on achievements to gain and sustain momentum.

The Fire memos software enables employees to record and remember milestone moments at work. Octavia is a Techstars portfolio company.

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Welcome to One Million Euro Stories.  

Join Iris Mettendaf on One Million Euro Stories, where she delves into the inspiring journeys of female and African founders who have successfully raised over €500,000. Each episode offers deep insights into venture capital, the tech ecosystem, and the dynamics of scaling a business. Discover stories of resilience, innovation, and leadership as these entrepreneurs share their experiences in overcoming challenges and achieving remarkable success. Tune in for expert advice, motivational stories, and practical tips to navigate the startup world and drive impactful change.

Keywords: Venture Capital, Tech Startups, Female Founders, African Entrepreneurs, Innovation, Business Growth, Fundraising Success, Startup Challenges, Leadership, Entrepreneurial Journey.



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