In this episode of I’m in Control, I chat with Byron Dempsey, founder of Driven Young—Australia’s leading community for ambitious young adults. Byron shares his own journey from failing high school exams to building a thriving platform that empowers people in their 20s and early 30s with practical life skills, deep connections and a sense of purpose.



We dive into how his viral TikTok success led to immersive weekend events, business retreats and a transformative 12-month program that’s already impacted over 1,200 people. Byron talks about confidence, resilience, mindset, and why building a strong support network can be more powerful than any self-help book.



We also unpack the power of stepping out of your comfort zone, the importance of failing forward, and how living authentically attracts the right people into your life.



00:00 – Introduction: Who is Byron Dempsey and what is Driven Young?

05:00 – From video creator to youth mentor: Byron’s personal story

10:00 – How Driven Young grew from a podcast to a national movement

15:00 – Building resilience through people, not pain

20:00 – Confidence, community and why environment is everything

25:00 – The “slingshot” method: using setbacks to launch forward

30:00 – Why your 20s are made for risk-taking and growth

35:00 – Authenticity over people-pleasing: real connections that last



This episode is packed with wisdom, laughs and raw truths about navigating your 20s with intention. Byron’s message is clear—be the driver of your life, not the passenger, and you’ll unlock a life that’s not just successful, but deeply fulfilling.

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