
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