Summary In this episode of the Customer Service Revolution podcast, John R. DiJulius III shares his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He discusses the impact of his family dynamics, struggles in school, and the role of sports in shaping his character. John reflects on his experiences working at UPS, which became a turning point in his life, leading him to pursue college baseball and eventually entrepreneurship. He emphasizes the importance of hard work, luck, and giving back to the community through his initiative, Believe in Dreams. Takeaways

• John's childhood was marked by the absence of his father.
• He struggled academically but found solace in sports.
• Sports played a crucial role in developing his leadership skills.
• Working at UPS provided him with financial stability and discipline.
• He walked on to play college baseball after years away from the sport.
• John's experiences shaped his entrepreneurial mindset.
• He emphasizes the importance of luck in his success.
• Giving back to the community is a core value for him.
• He learned valuable lessons from his family dynamics.
• John's journey highlights resilience and determination.

Chapters Part 1 (episode 213) 00:00Introduction to Customer Service Revolution Podcast 02:37John's Early Life and Family Background 05:03The Impact of Family Dynamics on John 07:35School Challenges and Academic Struggles 10:05The Role of Sports in John's Life 12:30Navigating High School and Early Career Aspirations 15:00The Journey Through College and Entrepreneurship 17:59Developing Leadership Skills Through Sports 20:29Reflections on Personal Growth and Identity 30:49Academic Struggles and Realizations Part 2 (episode 214) 33:41The Turning Point: A Job at UPS 39:00The Walk-On Experience: A New Opportunity 44:28The Journey to Graduation 49:28From UPS Driver to Entrepreneur 53:24The Impact of Luck and Hard Work 01:02:09Giving Back: Believe in Dreams Links Episode 192: From UPS Driver to CX Authority. https://thedijuliusgroup.com/csr-192/

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