Built Not Born: The Truth About Entrepreneurship (From a Billionaire)

01/09/2025 5 min
Built Not Born: The Truth About Entrepreneurship (From a Billionaire)

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Episode Synopsis

Have you ever thought that to be a successful entrepreneur, you have to be born with some special gift?This video is a deep dive into "Built, Not Born: A Self-Made Billionaire's No-Nonsense Guide for Entrepreneurs" by Tom Golisano, the founder of Paychex. This book debunks the myth of the "born entrepreneur" and shows that success is a result of a specific set of learnable principles, disciplines, and habits. We'll break down the core lessons from Golisano's journey from a $3,000 investment to a multi-billion dollar company.In this book talk, you'll learn:Why starting a business is less risky than a traditional career path.The 7 core principles Golisano used to build a billion-dollar company.The surprising truth about hiring: why you should hire for attitude and train for skill.His no-nonsense advice on negotiation, leadership, and profitability.This isn't a book of theory; it's a practical blueprint for anyone who wants to take control of their life and build their own success. If you're ready to stop dreaming and start doing, this is the essential talk for you.

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