Starter Story I Quit My Job & Accidentally Built A $10M Business | Starter Story
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Sep 11, 2025 Ian Myers, Founder and CEO of Oceans, shares his surprising journey from the finance world to creating a $10M business by accident. He discusses innovative marketing tactics and how he capitalized on the growing demand for offshore talent. Ian highlights the crucial role of referrals and exceptional customer service in driving business growth. He also shares insights on balancing work and personal life while leveraging budget-friendly tools to scale operations. Tune in for his tips on finding fulfillment in entrepreneurship!
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From First Contract To Rapid Revenue
- Ian built Oceans, an offshoring services business, and signed his first contract in February 2022.
- The company did $650K in year one and grew to about $15M revenue the following year.
COVID Opened Offshore Talent To Everyone
- COVID removed location constraints and made offshore hiring viable for many businesses.
- That shift expanded the market from big tech to doctors, agencies, and small firms who previously avoided offshoring.
Win By Narrow Vertical Specialization
- Specialize in a narrow vertical (e.g., video editing or CAD) to avoid commoditization.
- Being the best in a category makes $1–2M revenue achievable and makes you memorable.