【売却総額400億円】10個以上の事業売却をした連続起業家坂野哲平が語る『事業を成功させる極意』

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Q & A

What inspired you to start your own business at such a young age?

I was always drawn to entrepreneurial ventures, even from my student days. Initially, I created an astrology site as a hobby, which eventually generated income. This early success in earning money without working for someone else led me to pursue entrepreneurship full-time, even before I graduated.

Can you elaborate on your first business success and how you managed to generate revenue?

My first significant business success was through creating a website that generated 1.8 million yen annually in revenue from advertisements. This experience taught me the potential of monetizing online content and solidified my interest in building my own business.

What made you choose the path of entrepreneurship over a stable corporate job?

Even though I was offered a stable job post-graduation, I realized that a regular job wasn’t the right fit for me. Despite earning well from a side job, I wanted more control over my work and decided to venture into entrepreneurship. The lack of freedom in a traditional job drove me to take the leap.

What role did failure play in your entrepreneurial journey?

Failure has been a crucial part of my learning process. I’ve had multiple ventures fail, such as my baseball manufacturing business in China. These failures were tough, but they provided valuable lessons that helped me grow and refine my approach to business.

What do you think is the key to overcoming setbacks in business?

Perseverance is key. There are always challenges and setbacks in business, but it's important to keep going and learn from each failure. The ability to stay motivated and keep working towards your goals is what ultimately leads to success.

How did you scale your business and find success in selling over ten companies?

Scaling my businesses required continuous learning and adaptation. I focused on identifying market needs, which allowed me to build solutions that had value. Over time, this approach helped me grow and sell over ten companies, accumulating substantial returns.

What advice do you have for young entrepreneurs starting their own businesses?

My advice is to take action and not be paralyzed by fear or uncertainty. It’s essential to start small and learn through experience. Failure is part of the process, and it’s better to make mistakes early on than to stay in a state of indecision.

Why did you decide to focus on healthcare and medical IT in your later career?

After some personal health-related experiences and recognizing the challenges in Japan’s healthcare and social welfare systems, I became passionate about making a positive impact in this field. I saw opportunities in healthcare IT to innovate and improve the quality of services and reduce Japan’s dependency on imported medical technologies.

What are some of the challenges Japan faces in its medical and social welfare systems?

Japan is facing an aging population and rising healthcare costs, which strains the existing system. There is a need for innovation, especially in healthcare IT, to make the system more efficient and sustainable. I believe that technology can play a significant role in addressing these challenges.

How important is it to pivot a business idea if it’s not working as expected?

Pivoting is essential if a business idea isn’t meeting market needs. I believe in constantly evaluating whether a product or service aligns with user demands. If it doesn’t, it’s important to pivot quickly rather than persist with a failing concept.