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Summary

Rahman Hakim, a third-generation entrepreneur, runs a successful leather business focused on processing goat, sheep, and cow hides. The business, passed down from his parents, involves handling and preserving the hides for various products, such as shoes, belts, and jackets. Despite challenges like strong odors and limited workforce, Rahman has expanded operations over the years. He stresses the importance of persistence, continual learning, and adaptation in the leather industry. With plans for the future, he hopes to build his own factory, continuing the family legacy while contributing to the local economy.

Takeaways

• 😀 Rahman Hakim, 28, is the third-generation owner of a business that processes and sells goat, sheep, and cow hides, a family-run venture that began in the 1990s.
• 😀 The business primarily deals with two types of hides: goat/sheep hides, which are used for leather jackets, and cow hides, which are processed into shoes, belts, and other products.
• 😀 The hides undergo a salting process to preserve them for shipment to a factory, and the company collaborates with a factory in Garut, Sukaregang.
• 😀 Rahman explained that handling hides requires speed and precision, as they can spoil quickly if not properly treated within a day.
• 😀 During the Eid al-Adha season, the business processes around 100 tons of cow hides and 20,004 goat/sheep hides, with up to 100 employees hired to manage the increased workload.
• 😀 The business faces challenges such as complaints from the local community due to the odor of the hides during processing, though these issues have been resolved through communication and improvements.
• 😀 A key challenge the business faced was a significant loss due to poorly managed skin handling and a lack of staff in the past, leading to damaged hides.
• 😀 Despite these challenges, the business has grown steadily, with the land area dedicated to the operation expanding each year.
• 😀 The business has minimal waste, recycling materials like salt and hide scraps, and the wastewater is handled responsibly.
• 😀 Looking ahead, Rahman aspires to expand the business, eventually setting up his own factory, and he encourages others to persist through failure in pursuit of entrepreneurship success.

Q & A

What is the primary business of Rahman Hakim?

Rahman Hakim's primary business is the processing of goat and cow hides, which are then used to create leather products such as shoes, belts, and jackets.

How long has Rahman's family been involved in this business?

Rahman's family has been involved in the leather processing business since the 1990s. Rahman is the third generation to continue this family business.

What are the two main types of hides that Rahman processes?

Rahman processes two main types of hides: goat and cow hides. Cow hides are typically used for making shoes and belts, while goat hides are used for jackets and other leather goods.

How does Rahman ensure the quality of the leather?

Rahman ensures the quality of the leather by processing it quickly, salting it to preserve it, and sending it to factories where it is turned into leather goods. He also sorts the hides to select the best quality ones.

What challenges does Rahman face in his business?

Rahman faces several challenges, including managing the workforce during peak seasons, ensuring the hides are properly salted and preserved, and dealing with complaints from the local community about odors.

How does Rahman handle the odor issue from the hides?

Rahman addresses the odor issue by making sure the hides are processed and salted as quickly as possible. He has worked with the local community to resolve complaints and improve the process to reduce odors.

What happens if the hides are not properly salted?

If the hides are not properly salted, they can spoil, resulting in significant losses. Rahman emphasizes the importance of timely salting and processing to avoid this issue.

What is the workforce like at Rahman's business?

Rahman employs a large number of workers, especially during peak periods like Idul Adha, when up to 100 workers are needed to meet production quotas. He hires workers from local areas like Garut and Bandung.

What is Rahman’s goal for the future of the business?

Rahman’s goal for the future is to expand the business and eventually run his own factory. He aims to produce more leather goods and reduce dependence on other companies for processing.

How does Rahman view setbacks and failures in his business?

Rahman views setbacks and failures as opportunities for growth and learning. He believes that failure should be seen as motivation to improve and become a better entrepreneur.