Running the business itself has always gone pretty smoothly, though you shouldn’t forget that it comes with a lot of responsibility

“I started my company, Scribewave, as a self-employed student in October 2018. Scribewave is an online SaaS platform that automatically converts speech to text.

What sets us apart from most alternatives is that we can handle a broad range of local languages, such as Dutch, Arabic, French, and German—all with the highest accuracy available on the market! We accept all audio and video file formats, making it easy to upload content and have it transcribed.

We also offer flexible pricing plans. You can choose a pay-as-you-go option or one of our competitive subscription plans. Another unique feature is our specialized, time-synced, browser-based editor. This allows you to further edit the automatically generated transcript to perfect even the smallest details.

Finally, we offer the option to download the finished transcript in various formats, such as DOCX, SRT, and text. So, in a nutshell, Scribewave not only offers advanced transcription services but also gives users the tools and flexibility to customize the final product to their liking.”

A difficult start

“Starting out my secondary occupation while I was in school was pretty rough; as a young student, I was quite clueless and didn’t immediately find the right support. If I’d had Dexxter back then, with all its articles and videos that explain everything so well, it would have been a lot easier ;).

Running the business itself has always gone pretty smoothly, though you shouldn’t forget that it comes with a lot of responsibility—sometimes at the most difficult moments.

My challenge right now is keeping all the plates spinning while still continuing to grow.”

Tips for starting entrepreneurs

“First, I’d say: do your research thoroughly in advance. For example, open a separate bank account right away and find an enterprise counter that can and is willing to help you. Be sure to talk to other starters who run a similar business.

As a second tip, I’d definitely recommend daring to charge a higher price. This has significantly improved the quality of my services. My third tip? Don’t underestimate the responsibility that comes with delivering a project! Personally, I forgot to make agreements regarding follow-up, which meant I ended up delivering work that was too cheap in the long run. My final tip is definitely to establish a clear step-by-step plan, with a roadmap for all obligations before, during, and after the year.

I also wholeheartedly recommend Dexxter as an accounting tool. Dexxter is fast, accurate, and informative. It takes the hassle off your shoulders, allowing you, as an entrepreneur, to focus on your core business!”