Born to Hustle: How Growing Up in an Entrepreneurial Family Shaped Me
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 3 of The Dr. Des Show!
In this episode, I’m taking you back to where it all started—my childhood in a family full of entrepreneurs. From selling candy behind the counter at my dad’s game room to watching my mom run her home health agency, entrepreneurship was more than a dream—it was my normal. This episode is for anyone wondering if entrepreneurship is for them or how to build a business when it doesn’t feel “natural.” Spoiler: I didn’t realize growing up around business owners wasn’t the norm, and it gave me a perspective on resilience, pivoting, and hustling that shaped my journey as a consultant and entrepreneur.
If you’ve ever felt like the odds were stacked against you or wondered how to start, this episode will show you that entrepreneurship isn’t just about what you’re born into—it’s about taking bold steps and betting on yourself.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How growing up in a family of entrepreneurs shaped my mindset.
✅ Lessons I learned from my parents, who built multiple businesses while working full-time.
✅ The importance of resilience and pivoting when times get tough.
✅ Why my childhood experiences—from selling candy to learning pool—helped me embrace entrepreneurship.
✅ How to take inspiration from your roots to build your own business.