Filipe Monteiro spent many years serving his country and helping
others as a citizen of Portugal. He moved to the United States when he was
twenty-two years old and started working in construction in Connecticut. He
gained a valuable set of industry skills and learned how to establish a
company. He spent that time building his knowledge of the English language as
well. In 2002, he created Monteiro’s Masonry Construction, LLC and is a real
estate investor as well.
If you dream of becoming a business owner, you may need to have
a healthy dose of determination. Creating a business takes hard work, and may
require years of focus. Your first step will be to develop a business model.
You should consider who your customers will be and how much you will charge
them for your services. You may need to consider your potential operating
expenses as well. A good business model can help you create a successful
company.
Networking can be an essential part of starting a business as
well. Getting to know other professionals in your industry can help you build
your knowledge and learn about new opportunities. You can network by attending
industry events, or maintaining relationships with supervisors and co-workers.
Building a business often involves determination. The first few
years may be a struggle, but if you focus on your goals you may be able to
succeed. Filipe Monteiro built a successful construction company in
Connecticut. He serves the tristate area and is a real estate investor as well.