How To Survive Adversity as an Entrepreneur | 773

"It's not the punch in the gut that knocks you out. It's the belief that you can't recover from it." – Dave Lorenzo

What You’ll Discover Today:
  • Why resilience is the #1 entrepreneurial skill
  • How a tough baseball moment turned into a life lesson
  • What to do when criticism feels personal
  • The truth about rejection in business
  • How to recognize the beginning of a comeback
Key Topics Discussed:
  • A personal story about Dave’s son, baseball, and the sting of unfair criticism
  • The role of perspective in handling adversity
  • Why rejection isn’t always about you—and how to not take it personally
  • The mindset shift from “this is the end” to “this is my comeback”
  • How to deal with financial failure and the people who abandon you
  • Why the people who stick with you in tough times are your greatest asset
  • Cold calling confidence: reframing rejection into offering help
  • A powerful reminder: There’s always another game tomorrow
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If you're in a tough spot right now, know this: You're not alone. Dave’s been there—twice. Listen to this episode and remember that every entrepreneur gets knocked down. The real question is: Will you get back up? There’s another game tomorrow.
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