Track #1 - Richie Nainaney // Orikami Lab

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In the first episode of our series on what it takes to shift from employee to entrepreneur, I chat with Richie, Co-founder and Design Director of Orikami Lab, about her journey into freelancing, followed by successful entrepreneurship. In the first half Richie takes us through her personal and professional journey in the design field, and what led to her escape from the world of corporate employment. In the second half we touch open challenges particular to Dubai and practical tips for succeeding in the new future of work. Here's a list of topics covered in this episode, along with time stamps of tips covered by Richie. Prototyping an individual - 20:45 Pacing yourself when starting a business - 27:20 How to use directories to find business - 43:15 (www.zawya.com) How to use Linkedin - 44:47 Knowing when you need to leave work and creating a safety net - 48:05 You can find Richie and her work at the following link: http://www.orikamilab.com/ Last but not least thank you to these wonderful artists for making their music available to the commons on the https://freemusicarchive.org/ Music in the order you heard it. Different by Suhov, from the Album Sympathy Modul Assmack by Paddington Bear, from the album Haplessly Happy Siesta by Jahzzar, from the album Traveller's Guide Please don't be shy and let us know what you thought by commenting!