It took 6 years of tries, failures, disappointments, and incredible persistence for me and my family to migrate to the US from what is known as the poorest country in Europe - The Republic of Moldova. We had every reason to stop trying, to doubt that it was possible, to settle for mediocrity. But we didn’t; no matter how hard it was and how doubtful and scared we were. The reality we were bold enough to envision was a better life with an abundant future, and we were able to create that reality for ourselves. And because of THAT, my life was changed.
I went on to become a professionally trained concert pianist, performing internationally across Europe and the US for over 15 years. The skills I developed as a concert pianist have allowed me to become a six figure earner and a successful business owner. What does classical piano performance have to do with business? Nothing and everything. Patience and persistence to achieve the desired goal; complete, concentrated focus on the task at hand; habitual immersion into the uncomfortable; ability to fully understand any given report; stage presence and comfort with public speaking; enhanced retention of information; familiarity and comfort with risk-taking. Here’s what I’ve learned through my personal experience: no matter what industry you’re in, your career means little to nothing without the skill set you bring to the table. You get to decide and fully control how good you become at anything you do, which trickles into everything you do.
While I continue to run my primary business, and work on launching two other businesses, I now run a podcast, and I coach others on how to become six figure earners regardless of age, background, or experience. The main lesson I teach when coaching others is this: go after what you want, don’t give up, and BE AGGRESSIVE.