In this episode of Your Message Received, host John Duffin welcomes Dennis McCurdy, a financial advisor, entrepreneur, multiple-time author, Air Force veteran, and Vietnam Vet. Dennis shares insights on overcoming challenges and achieving success by discussing his book, 'Suck It Up, Cupcake!,' his journey of personal and professional growth, and the value of persistence and accountability. I personally love the title of this book!

Dennis delves into his experiences from a tough upbringing (finished 8th from the bottom of his high-school class) to building successful businesses. He emphasizes the importance of starting small, being consistent, and the importance of finding the right support system. If you're looking for no-fluff suggestions on how to take your message to the finish line, you've found the right podcast. Enjoy!

To learn more about Dennis McCurdy, check out the link below.

https://dennismccurdy.com/

00:00 The Death of Dreams: Overcoming Inaction

00:45 Welcome to Your Message Received

01:37 Introducing Dennis McCurdy: A Journey of Resilience

02:43 Early Life and Work Ethic

10:06 Military Service and Lessons Learned

14:56 Rebooting a Career: From Real Estate to Financial Planning

20:51 The Power of Starting: Insights from 'Suck it up, Cupcake'

22:23 The Importance of Starting

23:39 The Two-Minute Rule

26:33 Consistency and Accountability

29:24 Forming a Mastermind Group

38:16 Sustainable Systems and Habits

42:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts