Made in Portugal by Raquel Batista
Made in Portugal is the go-to podcast brought to you by Raquel Batista of Lighthouse Consulting for entrepreneurs and business leaders looking to thrive in the Portuguese market. Whether you’re navigating complex regulations, overcoming cultural differences, or adapting your business strategy to local demands, we’ve got you covered. Join us as we share expert insights, real-life success stories, and practical tips to help you make informed decisions, build local connections, and turn challenges into opportunities. Tune in to discover what it takes to succeed in Portugal—straight from those who’ve made it happen!
Episodes
19 episodes
S2E1 - Accountants and Banks in Portugal
Discover why accountants in Portugal can't steal from businesses like in the US. We explore the crucial differences in access and trust between business owners and their accountants.#businessinportugal
S2E2 - Meghana Kamdar
Speak Portuguese & Melt Hearts: Instant Charm TrickI spoke to Meghana in this episode about the recent stereotype associated with expats, why we don't believe it is true, about her integration in Portugal, and what were th...
S2E3 -From LLC to LDA Portugal's Company Structures Deciphered for Expats
Demystifying Portugal's Business Landscape for Expats- Why "LLC" doesn't quite fit in Portugal: Common expat assumptions and why they're misleading.- The high-level view: Introduction to Portugal's primary busines...
S2E5 - Carl Munson from Good Morning Portugal
What happens when two entrepreneurs sit down to talk about Portugal?In this episode of Made in Portugal, I’m joined by Carl Munson for a relaxed conversation about business, life, and the curious realities of living and wor...
S2E6 - Carl Hyde
Building genuine trust and relationships transforms professional interactions.When that foundation is strong, people evolve from mere clients into individuals worth knowing and celebrating. They become fascinating people whose stories d...
Episode 1 - What's this podcast all about
Welcome to my business podcast. On this episode we will go through the content of this first season, what you can expect and learn and also why this podcast came to be. I'm sure all of this will sound very amateur later on :)
Episode 2 - Moving Money - Sarah Davie
In this episode, we dive into the importance of having a partner for easy and timely money transfers. If you want to buy a house and make sure your money is there on time, you have to rely on professionals. Plus, Sarah will talk to us about her...
Episode 3 - Basic tax charges in Portugal
In this episode, we dive into the four main charges that you must know when you have a company in Portugal. Personal Income Tax (IRS), Corporate Income Tax (IRC), VAT (IVA) and Social Security. All of these deeply affect the financials of a com...
Episode 4 - How delegation and self grace is the key to success with Vera Neves
This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with someone very special—Vera Neves, my own Virtual Assistant (VA) @veraneves_pt).Together, we dove into topics that every entrepreneur needs to hear:✨ The power of delegation – Why letting...
Episode 5 - Basic elements for creating a company
In this week’s podcast episode, I'll review the fundamental steps of establishing your company in Portugal. From choosing the perfect name to understanding the importance of capital social (and what that actually is), defining your business act...
Episode 6 - Growing and scaling with Pablo Arias
Do you want to know the secret to grow and scale your business? I had a talk with Pablo Arias who happened to stop by Portugal and we discussed the difficulties and challenges of growing and scaling your business. Essential information!
Episode 7 - Cultural aspects of business in Portugal
This one is going to be controversial!! For full disclosure, and before you think I'm bad-mouthing Portuguese, I am one, OK?Let's dive into some of the most important cultural aspects of doing business in Portugal—the ones that will make or...
Episode 8 - Brytta Moreira - Empowering Women
Now this was a magical moment that I was able to share with my Queen Brytta Moreira! We talked about empowering women, the struggles of maintaining it all, and giving grace when we can't do it all (by the way, we can't). Brytta works with yoga ...
Episode 9 - Freelancing Vs Company
Freelancing and creating a company are both valid paths that have their merits. If you’re looking for long-term stability, growth, and financial optimization, I’ll always lean toward starting a company.But why? Glad you asked.😉
Episode 10 - Hiring in Portugal
In this episode, Raquel Batista discusses the complexities of hiring in Portugal, emphasizing the significant differences between hiring employees and freelancers. She outlines the legal obligations, cultural considerations, and financial impli...
Episode 11 - 1st time entrepreneurship with Margaret Malewski
In this episode of Beyond Bacalhau, Raquel Batista and Margaret Malewski discuss the journey of entrepreneurship in Portugal, focusing on the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs. They explore the importance of defining one's purpose,...
Episode 13 - Deborah Dahab
Deborah holds a Master’s degree in Intercultural Psychology and is a certified coach, trainer, and NLP practitioner. Her mission is to help you conquer expat challenges and thrive in your new life.Using a range of tools, including 1-1 coach...
Episode 12 - The Unretirees - A New Life in Portugal
In this episode of Beyond Bacalhau, Raquel Batista interviews Matt and Dawn, a couple who moved from New York City to Nazaré, Portugal, as part of their unretirement journey. They discuss the challenges and opportunities of relocating, navigati...