Sohrab Vazir
Consultant | Founder | Global Citizen | Writer
Tag Archives: Self-Employment
How I started a tech startup with £500 & scaled it to 30+ UK cities
Following the completion of my master’s degree, I founded a tech startup called StudyFlats. Within 3 years, I scaled this PropTech company to over 30 UK cities, with a client base in over 50 countries. As a solo non-technical founder, the idea for StudyFlats seemed far-fetched at first. My business idea was first put to…
Are online courses useful for people starting their own business?
If you are thinking of starting your own business, then you may have considered completing online courses. In recent years, there has been an unprecedented surge in the provision of online courses, especially around starting your own business. However, are they useful? Or simply useless? The answer to the above is: it depends. Online courses…
Choosing a business bank account: what to consider?
One of the questions that most business owners will ask themselves is how to choose a business bank account. Choosing a bank account should always be thought through, especially for business purposes. There are plenty of business bank account options available these days. And like scarcity, abundance can also make things complicated. This is particularly…
The general costs of running a limited company in the UK
If you want to start a business in the UK, one of the most common ways is through incorporating a limited company. There are various business structures in the UK that one may start a business through. The most common ways are: It is ultimately up to you to decide which structure fits you best….
3 UK legislations that business owners should be aware of
There are various UK legislations that business owners must comply with. The UK can be a fantastic place to start a business. However, it is imperative that you are aware of your legal obligations under applicable legislations as a business owner. I have navigated the path of business ownership in one of its worst versions….
The amazing power of inbound marketing
Inbound marketing is extremely underrated, especially when it comes to larger organizations. The reasoning behind this is clear: we live in an impatient business world, and inbound marketing is a long-term strategy. In this article, I wish to briefly highlight what inbound marketing is. I will then proceed to explain why it is not optional…
Business Immigration Services Breakdown | Working With Me
Just over a year ago, I began providing business immigration services. It simply began as a side hustle and has now turned into my main business. The philosophy behind a business immigration consultancy was simple: I went through this journey myself. As is the case with many businesses, at some point there is the need…
5 elements of a good business plan
Writing a good business plan can be a challenging task. In essence, business planning is the first major challenge an entrepreneur faces as it is a blueprint of their venture. In this article, I will outline 5 elements that make a good business plan. This is based on my own experience as a tech founder,…
Innovator Founder Visa | Policy Analysis
Just over a month ago, I created a YouTube video exploring the policy flaws of the UK’s Innovator Founder visa. This article is essentially a reflection of the same video, highlighting three fundamental policy flaws surrounding the Innovator Founder visa requirements. *Please note that this content is merely a reflection of my personal opinion and…
5 disadvantages of moving to the UK as an international entrepreneur or skilled migrant
If you are an international entrepreneur or skilled migrant, and thinking of moving to the UK then you have likely considered the pros and cons of doing so. This article will highlight 5 disadvantages of moving to the UK as an international entrepreneur or skilled migrant. I have recently made a YouTube video covering the…