Dropping Bombs

She Proved EVERYONE Wrong: Down Syndrome to Million-Dollar CEO


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This episode was sponsored by Collettey's Cookies

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In this inspiring Dropping Bombs episode, Collette Divitto breaks down how she built a booming brand from rejection, disability, and zero handouts. Born with Down syndrome, Collette was rejected from job after job—so she launched Collettey's Cookies, a business that now ships thousands of orders nationwide every week. Alongside her mother and co-founder Rosemary Alfredo, she reveals the exact moment she flipped her story and started building a company on her own terms.

From viral growth to hiring others with disabilities, Collette shares her strategies for scaling a purpose-driven brand that doesn't ask for sympathy—just results. If you've ever felt underestimated or counted out, this episode is your proof that resilience, consistency, and grit can take you further than credentials ever will. Hit play to learn how to turn rejection into revenue—and why excuses don't bake cookies.

🔗 Resources

🍪 Collettey's Cookies — https://colletteys.com/

🌐 Collettey's Nonprofit — https://www.colletteysleadership.org/

Collette's Socials:

📲 Collette's Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/colletteyscookies/

🌐 Collette's Linktree — https://linktr.ee/collettedivitto

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Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.

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Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/

This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it.

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