Today, we have an incredible story of resilience and success with our special guest, Dan Martell. Join us as we dive deep into Dan's journey from a troubled youth to a successful entrepreneur running a $100 million holding company of software businesses.

In this episode:

• Dan shares his early struggles with ADHD, growing up with an alcoholic mother, and getting into trouble with the law.

• The pivotal moment when a compassionate prison guard believed in Dan and helped change his life's trajectory.

• How learning to code saved Dan's life and led to his first steps into the tech industry.

• The role of mentorship, personal development, and writing his eulogy in shaping Dan's business philosophy.

• The power of vulnerability and why Dan believes in sharing his story to inspire others.

Key Takeaways:

• Your biggest pain can lead to your greatest purpose.

• The importance of mentorship and having a clear vision for your life.

• How to transform personal challenges into a driving force for success.

• The significance of investing in yourself and continuous learning.

Connect with Dan Martell:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danmartell/

• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@danmartell

• Check out his book! "Buy Back Your Time" buybackyourtime.com
  

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:15 - Dan's early life struggles
10:45 - The prison guard who believed in Dan
18:30 - Learning to code and first business ventures
25:50 - The impact of mentorship and writing his eulogy
33:15 - Overcoming shame and sharing his story
45:20 - Advice for thinking big and opening up your mindset

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