Many categorise Dapper Laughs as just a comedian, but as well as the comedy, he's also an inspirational presence, entrepreneur and mover-and-shaker. Dapper Laughs - otherwise known as Daniel O'Reilly - joins Steven on this episode to talk about the role the media has played in his career, how he fought back to overcome addiction and heartbreak, his entrepreneurial roots, and how he's used his humble beginnings to propel himself upwards and onwards in not just the world of comedy, but also in the sprawling, varied world of business.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• We're all sales people, no matter what our position in life is. Sometimes all we're trying to do is sell an image of ourselves, or an idea, but we're always looking for ways to make that pitch land.
• The only thing that separates the great comedians from the ones who give up, is the ability to take the hard knocks and come back fighting. Sometimes all you need is grit and willpower in order to make it.
• The media are always trying to spin every story to be a sensational one. They'll twist any situation into a scandal in order to sell papers or get clicks.
• Sometimes you need to lose everything in order to gain a real perspective on life, and fully appreciate the things you have. When you hit rock bottom, and you're on your back, then the only way forward is upwards.

BEST MOMENTS

'I was business before I was comedy'

'Everyone in the world, no matter how old or young you are, we're all sales people'

'You have to lose everything first in order to really appreciate life'

'You should only apologise for something if you meant any malice'

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The Steven Sulley Study       

Dapper Laughs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/?hl=en

ABOUT THE HOST

The Steven Sulley Study is my take on success. My view is you should have multiple focuses to be a well-rounded individual. Success shouldn't be just one thing like money, for example, it should also consist of a healthy fit lifestyle and thriving relationships.

As a person who has made a success in life and also made huge cock-ups I feel I can offer suggestions and tips on how to become successful or at least start your pursuit. My 'Study' has taken resources from reading and education plus being around, my perception, of successful people and I, know a lot of successful people from all walks of life.

My 'Study' coming from my experiences in business, investing, sales (my core background), training, boxing and education has enabled me to become well rounded and successful and I will help you in these key areas too.

CONTACT METHOD

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