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Jacqueline Samira

Founder/CEOHowdy.com

Austin, TX

Member Since August 2024

About

I'm the CEO and founder of Howdy.com and have over 15 years of experience driving sales, building great teams, and increasing revenue exponentially across various industries. I'm passionate about creating business processes that promote efficiency, increase revenue, foster employee happiness, and drive a human-first culture that puts well-being above all else. I previously headed up sales and operation teams for three different Y Combinator companies. After significantly helping raise those companies’ revenue, I decided to start Howdy.com. Y Combinator accepted Howdy.com into its W21 batch, and Howdy.com has since appeared twice on the Inc. 5000.

Published content

How to build a strong company culture from the top down

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A visible, well-defined company culture is the ultimate secret weapon for reducing hiring mistakes and attracting people who will stick around for the long haul.

How AI is rapidly transforming software development

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Fast Company Executive Board Member Jacqueline Samira outlines three key trends in AI-driven software development.

19 steps to craft a compelling brand story that converts audiences

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It's your delivery that truly counts. Implement these tips if you want prospective customers to take action regarding your brand. Whether you are marketing a product to build on the momentum of your latest campaign, or delivering a well-thought-out pitch to a venture capitalist for additional funding, storytelling is an essential part of the process that will elevate your company's growth potential and credibility in the marketplace. Below, 19 Fast Company Executive Board members each offer their best tip for developing a storyline that will make a strong impact and get people excited about your business enough to take a significant call to action that will reflect on quarterly growth.

Facing a roadblock? Here's how 20 execs overcome obstacles

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When the going gets tough, these leading experts have had the tenacity to keep it moving through each struggle. Taking on a leadership role in the workplace may seem like a daunting task if you don't have the right mindset. You'll need to address just as many challenges as the wins you celebrate—so it's not a position designed for the faint of heart. If you're feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or underappreciated, it's essential to prioritize what matters most, take a step back, and consider the bigger picture. There is usually a silver lining in most situations. Whether you decide to stay in the game for the long haul and find the best solution, or you're ready to take a risk and consider your next career move, the experts from Fast Company Executive Board describe how they've maintained their own positivity during a difficult time in their career. Below are 20 best practices to help other professionals do the same.

16 steps to building a diverse and inclusive workplace at all levels

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Listen to your people and learn how to foster employee engagement every day. Hiring the right people is the key to success at any company, but to keep them growing and willing to stay on board, the leadership team must learn to understand what gets their employees out of bed in the morning to show up and do the hard work. Creating a work environment that makes everyone feel welcomed and heard is essential to help staff members continue to develop as they support each other and the company's progress in business. Below, 16 experts from Fast Company Executive Board each describe one measure that company leaders can adopt to foster a diverse workforce culture that drives innovation and employee satisfaction.

What my immigrant mother taught me about life and leadership

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Here are the lessons of determination, assertiveness, and resilience from my mother I want to share with my fellow entrepreneurs.

Company details

Howdy.com

Company bio

Howdy.com specializes in nearshore talent sourcing, helping U.S.-based companies direct hire from Latin America. We provide multi-national logistics, support, and compliance assistance. Our vetting process delivers the highest quality talent in software development, operations, finance, HR, marketing, sales, and customer support for a 98% retention rate.

Industry

Technology

Company size

201 - 500