In a way, Jeff Krakoff is an accidental entrepreneur. Early in his career, the firm he was working for fell on hard times, and he wasn’t sure what his next move would be. Then came a call with an opportunity that required him to start his own business. Thirty years and a few detours later, the rest is history. His son joined the firm a few years ago, and together they are building the next generation of Krakoff Communications.
In this episode, Jeff tells the story of how his company evolved over its 30-year history. It all started with a life-changing phone call when he was just a budding copywriter for an independent agency. He decided to “bet on himself” and start his own firm. In 2007, after 14 years in business, Jeff decided that he needed a change, so he took a senior position in a large PR firm. Seven years later, he was once again yearning for his role as an entrepreneur. He rebooted Krakoff Communications with new goals and ambitions in mind. He has grown his firm over the years, and he is currently joined by his son, Josh Krakoff, who came on board after graduating from college. At the end of our conversation, Jeff leaves us with some practical and motivating advice. Enjoy this episode!
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YOU CAN REACH JEFF KRAKOFF AT:
Website: https://krakoffcomm.com
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