What sparked your startup journey?

I didn't have any money when I was 15. And no one wanted to hire me, so I had no choice.

I'm building an AI-powered tool to translate and dub your received foreign-language video and audio messages in your preferred language. It's kinda similar to YouTube's new dub tool, but for video/audio messages, like Loom or CleanShot X videos. As a digital marketer who's not a native English speaker, I often get video messages from users and partners giving me feedback on the product, but due to the language barrier, I can't fully understand them. For example, I recently got a 20-minute screen recording from an experienced front-end developer who gave me really detailed and valuable feedback on a product and the landing page, from the value proposition to differentiates, to landing page execution. Every detail he pointed out is worth a ton to me. However, since the speaking speed is a bit too quick for me to understand, I still can't get what he said in some parts even if I replayed them many times. That brings me to the idea of building a tool to translate and dub the video and audio messages you received in the language you're most comfortable with. Eliminate the language barriers to effective communication, and leave no room for misunderstanding or missing out on any key details that matter to you. Feel free to check my product TransTalks here: https://mmntm.me/transtalks

hey, i love this question, a chance to go back in time and introspect. for me, it wasn't a single moment, but a gradual culmination of moments. it was a puzzle slowly coming together, piece by piece, until the image was unmistakably clear. it started with the realization of how i loved building and creating things, merging technology and ideas to craft something valuable. i was in awe of how even a simple line of code can birth an entire universe, which in turn can influence people's lives. then came the need for more. the yearning to craft something that could leave a dent, an urge to take the driver's seat in shaping the future. i wasn't content with just standing on the shoulders of giants. i wanted to be the one building the shoulders for others. the final piece fell in place when i realized that the best way to predict the future is to invent it. we are only limited by our imagination and willingness to turn our dreams into reality. so, here i am, one small step in a giant leap, riding the startup wave, hoping to contribute to the endless ocean of possibilities. the journey isn't easy, it's filled with waves of highs and lows, but the voyage is rewarding, the learning is priceless. and, it's not just about the destination, but the journey and the stories you create along the way. keep hustling, keep building!

I decided I was going to be an entrepreneur since I was 14 because that was the only way to make serious money. Back at that time in my home country the jobs paid very low. Umm.. That was 28 years ago.

What sparked your startup journey? 😄🚀 I'd love to hear the story behind your entrepreneurial adventure and the moment that ignited your passion to build something amazing!

Always new stuff to pursue!

I kinda fell into it. I've always loved programming and building apps (I started as a hobbyist), then one day a co-worker asked if I wanted to help their friend out with an app. I said yes since I do this on the side for fun anyways. A couple of months later I quit my job and joined the start-up full time. It's funny how things work out.

The impetus for my startup was my problem, and this has grown into the fact that I want to help others with the same problem.

The spark for my startup journey was a combination of passion, a problem that needed solving, and the desire to make a positive impact in the world.

combination of the situation, stage in life, passion, and idea