#1 - Driving Multi-Million Dollar Innovation in the Aesthetic Industry with Investor and Spakinect Co-Founder, Alain Gazaui

Join Jessica Marx in this another episode of the Millions Were Made Podcast, where she unfolds the entrepreneurial journey of the visionary founder of  Spakinect, Alain Gazaui. Discover how Alain, driven by a passion for innovation, took risks from a young age and leveraged technology to revolutionize the healthcare industry. 

From developing tailored software solutions to cultivating a mission-driven team, Alain shares invaluable insights on entrepreneurship that give the transformative power of investing in technology, building a collaborative team and the role of continuous education for personal growth. 

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Highlights

• (01:01) Alain Gazaui's entrepreneurial journey from law school to healthcare tech
• (02:35) Alain's software system for patient medication and entry into the medical space
• (04:05) Inspiration behind  Spakinect: Addressing gaps in patient safety
• 05:14) Challenges and apprehensions in introducing new technology in healthcare
• (06:05) Impact of COVID-19 on telehealth adoption and changing industry dynamics
• (08:00) Bootstrapping and reinvesting in  Spakinect's growth without external funding
• (11:27) Navigating challenges with a nimble and adaptable approach
• (13:30) Building a passionate team aligned with the company's mission and values
• (15:40) Managing competition through exceptional customer support and satisfaction
• (19:49) Investing in automation vs. human interaction, emphasizing customer communication.
• (23:39) Emphasis on social media marketing, especially on Instagram and LinkedIn.
• (24:350 Importance of investing in technology and building a strong team.
• (27:45) Transition from "my company" to "the company" and collaborative leadership.
• (29:41) Importance of self-reflection, work-life balance, and taking a step back.
• (31:18) Shift from CEO group membership to personal CEO coaching and mentorship.
• 34:39: Business advice: "Fire yourself," prioritize education, and involve yourself and your team.
• (36:43) Emphasis on understanding how team members listen and the value of respectful discourse.

Connect with Alain Gazaui
Website: Spakinect
Instagram: spakinect

Connect with Jessica Marx
Website: @millionsweremade and @thejessicamarx 
Instagram: Million Were Made
Work with Jessica: Tailored Premier