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1. What were my motivations for starting businesses?

  • Writer: Kerry Paul
    Kerry Paul
  • Nov 19
  • 2 min read
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What drives you to start and build global businesses? In my case between 2003 to 2021 I founded and exited five start-up companies. I would like to share why I did this alongwith what I learnt from these experiences. The aim is to encourage others to think through do they want to do the same and if they do what they can learn from my experience?


Kerry Paul
Kerry Paul

Looking back, I realize that my 24-year business career before 2003 was just the groundwork for what was to come. This journey had a central theme: promoting the health benefits of natural bioactives in food, from farm to international markets. For anyone thinking about launching a business globally, I highly recommend gaining experience in the same or a related industry first.


Have you ever wondered what drives someone to take on the challenge of starting and building a global business? For me, it was a deep-seated belief in my ability to create an innovative company that could compete on the global stage. My career had shown me that I had a knack for taking calculated risks, disrupting industries, and a strong desire for independence. I also loved setting and implementing the strategic direction of a business.


Timing is everything when launching a new venture. In my case, the global demand for natural solutions to improve health and well-being was skyrocketing. This perfect timing was a key factor in my decision to start my businesses.


Bringing all these elements together is just the beginning. The following blogs will guide you through the essential areas you need to consider when starting your own business.


Your next read in the series 2. Are Entrepreneurial led Businesses Critical for New Zealand’s Future?


Building Global Businesses


A fuller explanation on this subject is outlined in my book “Going Global” www.goglobal.co.nz


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Kerry Paul Business man and blogger
Kerry Paul – Stepping Out of Your Bubble Author
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Hi, I'm Kerry. I enjoy challenging people by asking questions and presenting different views to encourage critical thinking. My 45-year career has always had a global focus, building successful relationships in over 50 countries. I am empathetic to diverse views, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, religion, culture, or socio-economic status. Join me on a captivating journey as we explore how India shaped the world over two thousand years ago, potentially leading to the first settlement of New Zealand. This blog series aims to expand readers' awareness and knowledge of how people may have come to New Zealand in pre-Polynesian times. Given the time constraints many readers face, I am providing a platform for them to consider these intriguing possibilities in easy-to-read blog posts.

 

Who were the first people to settle in New Zealand? How did India possibly contribute to any development, given its major role over 2000 years ago in some of New Zealand’s closest neighbours? These questions will guide our exploration and open up a rich dialogue about the historical connections and cultural exchanges that may have shaped New Zealand's early settlements.

 

I'd be more than happy to discuss with readers of my blog about India, its history as well as New Zealand and the suggested origins of its first settlers. 

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