The David Spisak Show

Focusing on Making the Basket as an Entrepreneur


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In this episode David Spisak, the CEO of Disruptive Growth Solutions, sits down with Brandon Metcalf to share his incredible journey as an entrepreneur. Born into challenging circumstances, David's relentless pursuit of success led him to build successful businesses, face setbacks, and navigate the turbulent waters of entrepreneurship. 

Episode Highlights:

The Entrepreneurial Surge During the Pandemic

David and Brandon start by discussing the unexpected surge in entrepreneurship during the pandemic. Despite the challenging times, more businesses were started in the year of the pandemic than any other year in American history. The conversation raises questions about the driving forces behind this rise and why some entrepreneurs thrive while others falter.

The True Essence of Being an Entrepreneur

David shares his insights on what separates true entrepreneurs from the rest. He emphasizes the importance of relentless determination and the refusal to give up. The episode explores the qualities that make a successful entrepreneur and how their mindset can make all the difference in their journey to success.

Building Great Companies, Not Just to Sell

The conversation takes an interesting turn when David advises against starting a company solely with the idea of selling it. He highlights that the true value lies in building a great company full of great people. 

Embracing Chaos and Counterintuitive Thinking

One of the key takeaways from the episode is the importance of embracing chaos and counterintuitive thinking. David explains how this mindset helps entrepreneurs make groundbreaking advancements in various fields and provides real-life examples of notable figures who defied convention to achieve greatness.

Focus on Making the Basket, Not the Exit

Drawing from a personal experience, David shares a powerful story of how he learned a valuable lesson about focus and goal-setting. He encourages entrepreneurs to prioritize making the "basket" - achieving their goals - instead of focusing solely on the exit strategy.

Intriguing Questions to Ponder:

What fueled the record number of businesses starting during the pandemic, and what can we learn from this surge?

Why is building a great company filled with exceptional people more valuable than just starting a company to sell it?

How can embracing chaos and counterintuitive thinking lead to groundbreaking advancements and success?

What can we learn from the personal story of "making the basket" and the importance of staying focused on the right goals?

Step into the world of an entrepreneur as David Spisak candidly shares his remarkable journey. Experience the rollercoaster ride of emotions, the moments of triumph, and the invaluable lessons learned. 

Connect with David Spisak to Achieve Exponential Growth:

  1. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidspisak/
  2. Website: https://www.davidspisak.com
  3. Email: [email protected]
  4. Phone: +1 (510) 604-0308
  5. Visit https://linktr.ee/spisakd for all our links

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