Episode description
Episode description
Welcome to a new episode of the Founder Podcast. In this episode, I’m joined by Daeron Myers, whose early life in Baltimore’s tough neighborhoods involved illegal activities and facing numerous life-threatening challenges, And transforming his life and creating a thriving six-figure delivery business. Join us as Daeron shares how he leveraged his past experiences to escape the rat race and inspire others to do the same. This episode is not just a story of survival but a testament to the power of change and entrepreneurship.
Highlights:
"I realized I had to apply myself to something better. You know, I gotta do something different. I'm not just living for myself anymore."
"Hard work is the only work that pays off in the end."
"What I put in is what I get out. Now I'm in control of my own destiny."
Timestamps :
00:00 - Life's Harsh Lessons: Daeron talks about his friend's death and his own near-death experiences shaping his outlook.
02:37 - How a life-threatening injury led Daeron to reconsider his path.
07:11 - Family Ties to Crime
10:24 - The moment he decided to stop selling drugs and change his life.
21:19 - Reflecting on his hospitalization
28:35 - How Daeron shifted from crime to starting a legitimate business using his car.
34:46 - Daeron talks about expanding his delivery service and employing others.
39:45 - Daeron explains how he began mentoring others to start their own courier businesses.
44:13 - Daeron introduces his program to help others replicate his success.
46:23 - Final thoughts and advice from Daeron on entrepreneurship and making a positive change.
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