The initial waves of the coronavirus pandemic crushed many small businesses into permanent closure but at the same time empowered or gave birth to startups that were determined to harness the power of technology to add value to people’s lives. PeerPull is one of those businesses that emerged stronger from the unfolding health crisis to…
The coronavirus pandemic has created a great opportunity for many women to start the business they had always wanted and its “snowball effect” will inspire more female founders to take the leap and begin their entrepreneurial journeys, says an expert. “We are seeing a massive influx of women trying to start their businesses, having…
Like many other startups, SeaBookings had a very humble beginning but it was just the first step down a long road of adventure for a business that aspires to help tourists discover and experience the best that sea has to offer. “We were selling tickets for dolphin watching, cave tours, and BBQ cruise in…
A negative connotation is often associated with the word “opportunistic” but it is a great attribute that can prod a company into action and pays off in the long run, says the co-founder of Nerd Monkeys. In an interview with Via News, Diogo said business owners should develop this characteristic while being careful not to…
When Filipa Manita is not painting her imagination on canvas, she is busy tweaking her business model canvas. “It is funny that there are some similarities between art and business,” says Filipa, who believes that starting a business is a lot like painting. “You don’t go into much detail in a painting until you have…
They say planning is half the fun of travel. But we all know that it’s not always the case as making preparations sometimes gets so complicated and stressful that it takes the joy out of travel. It is especially true if you are looking to spice up your trip by doing some kiteboarding, skiing, surfing,…
In a world where many people tend to value complexity, a Portuguese startup is scaling the ladder of simplicity to paint a new landscape for hotel revenue management while aspiring to leave a worthwhile legacy for the hospitality industry. “We have the fastest and easiest-to-use revenue management system in the market, and our interface is,…
The word “recruitment” is often associated with a world void of emotions, but a Portuguese startup has set out on a journey to add a “human touch” to tech talent hiring while meeting the emerging needs of remote workers. “People are a big part of our brands and the way we communicate. We use a…
There are moments when the road of life forks into countless futures and we stand there, at the crossroads, wondering which path to take. At such decisive moments, some of us decide to stumble around in the dark while others reach out for help. Coachmi, a Portuguese startup based in Lisbon, wants to make sure…
Team leaders should become “active listeners” if they want to bring the best out of their people, say co-founders of a Portuguese coaching startup, who also believe that a positive attitude to failure can ensure success. “Through our workshop experience with managers and leaders, we realized how important it is for entrepreneurs, leaders, and managers…
