What inspired you to create Go SharePoint? From as young as thirteen, I had my heart set on both IT and migrating – this is a passion that is still unwavering at 52. My initial curiosity developed into a strong dedication to the industry which inspired me to find my own business. My main objective has always been to cultivate and nurture an environment where I can both share my knowledge and provide others with opportunities to advance and prosper in the migration lanscape. 1. Can you tell us about your journey leading up to founding Go SharePoint? I was certain from an early age about what I wanted to achieve. My career begun by instructing engineers in laptop repair. It was a positive start, as I was excited by anything IT related. My objectives then were to locate appropriate migration projects that I considered accurately represented my identity. This is where my knowledge of migration issues was cultivated. Working at Acer was my most memorable contract due to the diversity and wide spectrum of individuals I encountered there. 2. What were some of the challenges your faced in the preliminary stages of your company? During the initial phases of Go SharePoint, one of the most significant obstacles I encountered was identifying suitable candidates that accurately embodied our organisation and values. At 51 when I started the company, I frequently thought that my age was a hindrance. I also travelled alone on this journey, which tested my resilience. Creating the company from the foundations up, I oversaw all finances, marketing, and brand development, resulting in the early periods challenging on occasions. 3. What are some of your greatest achievements since starting Go SharePoint? Last year, Go SharePoint, achieved a significant milestone by partnering with two industry leaders, LinkTek and Sharegate. the word "migration," I would like them to think of our company instantaneously. In addition, I aim to create an organisation comprising individuals who are equally as enthusiastic about the industry as I am, so that we can collaborate as a family in a supportive and upbeat environment. 7. What advice would you give to aspiring entrepreneurs starting off in migration? I would recommend maintaining your devotion and determination. Recognise that it takes time and work to advance in this field, so be prepared for challenges and embrace lessons from them. Embrace a committed group of individuals who share your vision and principles. As reputation is crucial in this field, you should always put quality and reliability first in your services. Finally, consistently stay learning and adjusting to current trends and innovations in the industry. 8. What motivates you personally to keep excelling in your field? The passion for the work I conduct and my strong enthusiasm for it, drive me to continue being the best in my profession. Overcoming obstacles and reaching practical solutions gives me an excellent sense of accomplishment. In addition, I consistently consider my clients as their satisfaction impacts the position we hold. I am motivated by to gain their trust and guarantee their approval. This trifecta of enthusiasm, critical thinking skills, and customer fulfilment keeps me driven towards being better and continuing to excel. LinkTek, renowned for their advanced data management solutions, Sharegate provided robust tools that simplified and accelerated our migration processes while ensuring compliance and security. Being able to undertake courses from the Sharegate academy were a fantastic way to broaden both my knowledge and skillset. With the knowledge that data loss would be avoided when utilising LinkTek solutions, Go SharePoint felt more secure when starting up as a company. These strategic alliances enabled us to deliver superior migration services to our clients, minimising downtime, and maximising efficiency. 4. What does this award mean to you and your company? The Most Trusted Migration Engineer title is a wonderful testament to our diligence and commitment. It demonstrates the calibre and dependability we work hard to deliver and confirms our determination and perseverance. This award strengthens our reputation and presents an exceptional opportunity for Go SharePoint to become more widely recognised in the migration industry. It serves as evidence that you ought to constantly give your all and never give up on achieving your goals, no matter how out of reach they feel. 5. Can you share specific project or client success stories that highlight why Go SharePoint is highly trusted in this industry? Since I started migrating over ten years ago, I have successfully completed all projects tasked to me. I am highly trusted because I run tests before conducting migrations and maintain strong working relations with my clients. 6. What are your future goals for Go SharePoint? My goals for Go SharePoint are to position the business as the reliable and competent source for IT migrations. When individuals encounter
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