The Underdog: From His Parent’s Basement to $25M

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  • Опубликовано: 27 янв 2024
  • This is the story of how David Park went from a broke kid in his parent's basement to building a company now worth over $25M.
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Комментарии • 521

  • @davidpark5168
    @davidpark5168 3 месяца назад +2542

    Thanks for having me on and listening to our story! 😄

    • @rj5795
      @rj5795 3 месяца назад +47

      Loved the story. Many reasons why people don't create is because of the fear of failure. Your persistence is motivational. Stay safe and God bless💯🙏🏽

    • @nirajshuklaNL
      @nirajshuklaNL 3 месяца назад +14

      David seems so honest and legit. So refreshing to see.

    • @Diana-vt7rd
      @Diana-vt7rd 3 месяца назад +5

      Very inspiring, thanks for sharing!

    • @kerenbanget1
      @kerenbanget1 3 месяца назад +4

      crazy story. thank you for sharing

    • @dickyvarma
      @dickyvarma 3 месяца назад +8

      loved your story man. i think i in the same way, now i 25 yo and live in my parents house to build my business. thank you man

  • @ronakowski6717
    @ronakowski6717 3 месяца назад +1368

    That line broke me "my parents were always so kind to me"..... thats what you can achieve with foundation....

    • @yanfenli1249
      @yanfenli1249 2 месяца назад +4

      Yes

    • @Kevinzhoufitness
      @Kevinzhoufitness 2 месяца назад +3

      ❤❤

    • @shreyashraj
      @shreyashraj 2 месяца назад +4

      life is tough so just blame your parents and move on...

    • @zarihman
      @zarihman 2 месяца назад +8

      I wish my parents were that kind. I feel like my parents are only taking care of my needs because they are Christians and that's how they should act, not because they are purely good people. They sometimes say to me, "para kang damulag" which means, " you are like a bumbling fool'

    • @rejectionistmanifesto8836
      @rejectionistmanifesto8836 Месяц назад

      ​@@zarihmanDont discount them yet, they may come through for you at a time of extreme need or sickness when you really need help

  • @Golf101inc
    @Golf101inc 2 месяца назад +361

    You were never a loser bro. You were always grinding, and learning. Its about progress, not perfection.

    • @EPHRAIM.DANIELS_
      @EPHRAIM.DANIELS_ 2 месяца назад +13

      You're saying this now because you didn't see him during his difficult times. You would have advised him to focus on school instead of the things he was doing

    • @EPHRAIM.DANIELS_
      @EPHRAIM.DANIELS_ 2 месяца назад

      @@poa2.0surface77 Well, I wasn't talking to you either

    • @Smooothpapi
      @Smooothpapi 5 дней назад

      U selling you RUclips page

  • @Linknelson
    @Linknelson 6 дней назад +5

    Shout out to his parents too for standing by his side not making him feel like a looser.

  • @user-cy9im4kn4b
    @user-cy9im4kn4b 3 месяца назад +714

    That is 10 years of learning. Not 10 years of failure.

    • @hadiakhtar8431
      @hadiakhtar8431 3 месяца назад +36

      Failure is learning.

    • @johnz7167
      @johnz7167 2 месяца назад +9

      10 years of attempts

    • @funAndwise
      @funAndwise 2 месяца назад +6

      i agree 100%

    • @ToniGromann
      @ToniGromann 2 месяца назад +1

      Yeah. I studied longer and learned not that much to be honest.

    • @zarihman
      @zarihman 2 месяца назад

      Best thing you can do to become rich is drop out. Colleges train you to become a work slave, not a boss.

  • @basbuller7577
    @basbuller7577 2 месяца назад +186

    Good parenting makes such a difference, his parents love him and I'm glad he shows his appreciation for them with honest emotions!

  • @LongNguyen-kw1rh
    @LongNguyen-kw1rh 29 дней назад +51

    You got me at 04:20. No fancy stories about million-dollar startups, just the way people treated you in your early days. This really resonates with me! Thank you so much for sharing.

  • @thespecial
    @thespecial 19 дней назад +9

    Well, this guy is not a loser. This guy is a winner is a real winner. He actually invested in passion and turned it into fortune. Congratulations mate.!

  • @thelifewithnate
    @thelifewithnate 3 месяца назад +289

    That story is full of massive rollercoasters which almost brought me to tears. It hits a little too hard with the cancer diagnosis aspect since my Dad passed from lung cancer literally 5 months ago.
    That positive mindset with business, health, and relationships is something that I need to strive for more of in my life. Congrats David, you're an amazing legend!

  • @Driftuner
    @Driftuner 3 месяца назад +187

    This has got to be one of the craziest roller coaster stories ive ever seen. Your positive attitude speaks volumes on your success both in business and health. What a dude. Respect

  • @montbeltrading
    @montbeltrading 2 месяца назад +59

    Wow, this story kept me listening. " My parents were always so kind to me". Beautiful.

  • @zaferabdulrahman6988
    @zaferabdulrahman6988 3 месяца назад +44

    Thanks, David Park for not giving up and thanks Pat from Starter Story.
    Inspiring!

  • @givenkibanza
    @givenkibanza 2 месяца назад +2

    ❤ moments of reflection like these can really bring you to tears. I’m happy for you and your success David! Onwards and upwards 🎉

  • @thomaslevesq
    @thomaslevesq 3 месяца назад +24

    Inspiring man and story, props to you for making it through it all !

  • @Msdjebe
    @Msdjebe 3 месяца назад +39

    So much power and honesty in this video. You are a beautiful person. Happy for your success!

  • @WeekendMuse
    @WeekendMuse 3 месяца назад +63

    Inspiring story, support from parents and grit were instrumental. I like this video format where the guest is clearly the main character of the show with no rambling two-cents from the host. Well done. Liked and subscribed.

  • @LocoBTC
    @LocoBTC 2 месяца назад +5

    Nothing but a legend. I wish you the best from now on. Inspiring and emotional story

  • @MeetKevon
    @MeetKevon 3 месяца назад +74

    Amazing story and amazing presentation here. Well done!!
    Glad to be one newsletter that David sponsored to help share this tool to many more people.
    David - you’re a rock star. From how you talk, I know you’ll be even more successful than whee you are!

    • @thelifewithnate
      @thelifewithnate 3 месяца назад

      Your channel reminds me of the Beehiiv founder and creator Tyler Denk as a side note! Building in public one of the best newsletter platforms on the planet. That's an amazing concept, Kevon! Keep it up!

    • @MeetKevon
      @MeetKevon 3 месяца назад

      Thanks Nate!@@thelifewithnate I've slowed down a bit on my video creation part but still going strong with my education business. I appreciate you taking the time to say this :) I'm checking out your videos, you rock on too!

  • @mostafasafari9679
    @mostafasafari9679 3 месяца назад +10

    Wow. What a beautiful and hard journey with so much knowledge along the way. Big respect 🙏❤️

  • @vaughan1379
    @vaughan1379 Месяц назад +6

    In life when you’re living your purpose that doesn’t align with the norm of society, the journey is lonely and people criticise you but when you have somuch passion for what you want to become nothing can stop you but death. I’ll rather die than to give up mentality is something only some people have, I’m grateful that I have that mentality and heart.

  • @hasan_mangrio
    @hasan_mangrio 2 месяца назад +4

    This is outstanding content. The story, the editing, the music -- kudos to you.

  • @aap2684
    @aap2684 2 месяца назад +4

    Man it is so nice that the dude is successful!
    Supporting Parents can really give you unbelievable Power!

  • @alliewoulfe1171
    @alliewoulfe1171 2 месяца назад +4

    Ugh! Thanks man! Now I'm in love with this guy because of how much he loves his mom & dad!

  • @fridabinaev
    @fridabinaev Месяц назад +3

    Phenomenal story. God bless him. And that verse, whew. More blessings!

  • @ashermanangan
    @ashermanangan 2 месяца назад +2

    This is so profound. Thank you for sharing us your story.

  • @gotdamm8214
    @gotdamm8214 2 месяца назад +12

    God is always here for you bro he was there when u were going to do the surgery and u should stick to him and thank him 🙏🏻your story is amazing

  • @MyWellnessMusic
    @MyWellnessMusic 2 месяца назад

    This channel is so amazing! Thank you for the format!!! Actually just so inspiring!!!

  • @CyberGeniusMedia
    @CyberGeniusMedia 3 месяца назад +13

    Absolutely inspiring story. Big up David

  • @flourishwithMJ
    @flourishwithMJ 2 месяца назад +2

    That's what you call a growth mindset. Congratulations for not giving up on your dreams. Inspiring.😊 Thank you for sharing your story.

  • @LY3355
    @LY3355 2 месяца назад +1

    Best one yet! Wonderful story and the most success to you David Park!

  • @user-wi4de7wl4t
    @user-wi4de7wl4t 2 месяца назад +3

    Great story! Thanks for sharing it.
    Two things caught my attention: listen to your customers and connect with influencers to promote your product.

  • @bkantorski
    @bkantorski 3 месяца назад +5

    absolutely wonderful emotional rollercoaster. great story ❤

  • @christopherzeller2098
    @christopherzeller2098 3 месяца назад +6

    Amazing story! wrote some notes down, great advice! thanks!

  • @Alpha-gv3mt
    @Alpha-gv3mt 2 месяца назад +9

    Thank you for sharing. I’m 27 years old rn and still struggling with my own startup and you just taught me a valuable lesson which is never to give up.

  • @jeremyarrieta6869
    @jeremyarrieta6869 3 месяца назад +8

    very inspiring story. we need more like this.

  • @christopherajeng6844
    @christopherajeng6844 2 месяца назад +2

    Our parents is everything. That's why blessing from them is really important in our life.

  • @RemainedAnonymous
    @RemainedAnonymous 2 месяца назад +1

    This is great, buddy! Im happy for you fr🔥

  • @alwayjohnrallos7359
    @alwayjohnrallos7359 10 дней назад

    So inspiring and relatable when these success stories show a lot of struggles, emotional side, or vulnerability.

  • @devonkincaid360
    @devonkincaid360 Месяц назад +2

    Bro, your channel is awesome! Keep up the good work and you will be at a million subs in no time.

  • @user-wm5cy9jj9x
    @user-wm5cy9jj9x 3 месяца назад +4

    Great story - thanks for doing these great stories.

  • @frankthegreat-
    @frankthegreat- 3 месяца назад +7

    What a breath of fresh air and inspiring story!

  • @kaedninu
    @kaedninu 2 месяца назад +3

    Inspiring story. God bless you!

  • @cradleblaze8798
    @cradleblaze8798 2 месяца назад +1

    Damn David keep it going and all the best. Thanks for sharing this wonderful "real" startup story @Starter Story

  • @CC-kl4nh
    @CC-kl4nh Месяц назад +1

    Thank you to the nurses and the doctors!

  • @jonasbingil9899
    @jonasbingil9899 3 месяца назад +4

    Such an incredible story. I'm currently in the chapter 1 yet I won't give up!

  • @jemiez9383
    @jemiez9383 2 месяца назад +1

    thats it. Family is the foundation for everything and for every success. Supportive family lead to successful kids while broken family lead to broke kids. Its great to watch story of success like this eventhough im in the broken category.

  • @SouhailLassoued-xw5vw
    @SouhailLassoued-xw5vw 27 дней назад

    thanks for the video, I really appreciate your work and hope you make it further !

  • @ryantan8118
    @ryantan8118 2 месяца назад +1

    Very inspiring and passionate man! Definitely learn so much from his sharing!❤️

  • @spiritualeducator371
    @spiritualeducator371 25 дней назад +1

    Thank you Starter Story for your inspiring stories. I was really inspired by David Park's story, I'm working on something right now and completing my master's in MSIT. By the time I finish my education, I would love to be a successful entrepreneur in your start-up story!

  • @dipakvasava3988
    @dipakvasava3988 2 месяца назад +1

    Your video / story made me cry Really Heart touching ❤

  • @DropsDead
    @DropsDead 3 месяца назад +12

    He deserves every bit of the success he has now

  • @mathiap2126
    @mathiap2126 3 месяца назад +3

    This was actually a very good and touching story i apreciate

  • @DanielBlak
    @DanielBlak 2 месяца назад +1

    Great video and great channel! Dude really triumphed over every hardship.

  • @DNKCreator
    @DNKCreator 3 месяца назад +8

    The editing is so good !!!

  • @cth808
    @cth808 3 месяца назад +2

    so beautiful. mad love for your parents

  • @dannykalman
    @dannykalman 2 месяца назад +2

    Beautiful story and lessons. Thank you

  • @onweze1781
    @onweze1781 3 месяца назад +43

    Nahhh his parents are the real superheroes here

  • @theaccountantguy
    @theaccountantguy 3 месяца назад +16

    Amazing story, every entrepreneur goes through phases in life.
    Best wishes to David and team to keep kicking off even higher 😀

  • @JohnJohn-pm9wq
    @JohnJohn-pm9wq 2 месяца назад +2

    Amen brother. I am rooting for you

  • @dasaptaerwin
    @dasaptaerwin Месяц назад +1

    you give respect to your parents. that's how you succeed. salute man.

  • @riannedaemul
    @riannedaemul 3 месяца назад +1

    This was so worth the watch...indeed helpful

  • @doamaral1
    @doamaral1 2 месяца назад +1

    Guys this is beautiful! I am a founder and I can relate so much wtih David! Beautiful story. Specially the part of his parents believing in him! Go David!!!

  • @GoldenKay19
    @GoldenKay19 9 дней назад

    What a story this man is amazing thanks you both for sharing his story 💖

  • @Tuxcz
    @Tuxcz 2 месяца назад +3

    I'm so happy for him that he had amazing parents. My parents were always kind to me but never believed in business or anything aside from going to school and getting a job. There was always food on the table and they helped me with what I needed for normal life but I never got any support doing what I wanted if it wasn't aligned with their point of view. Well, I got the opposite, they were discouraging me from doing it so I never believed in myself. Only after I went to live alone I could finally do what I wanted. There is still zero support from them in anything out of the ordinary and I am the only one who believes in myself, but at least there is no negative feedback. I just never talk about what I do.

  • @ethanpaynter6017
    @ethanpaynter6017 3 месяца назад +14

    Seems like such a genuine guy. Super happy that he succeeded!

  • @MichaelClarke75
    @MichaelClarke75 19 дней назад

    What a lovely guy! Good for you David. Loved this story...

  • @Hackbridge1963
    @Hackbridge1963 3 месяца назад +1

    Such an amazing young man. I applaude you 🙏🏾🇬🇧

  • @micolagang
    @micolagang 3 месяца назад +30

    We are starting something I perceive as great start up company with great vision. We are currently in our about 2 years of developing and struggle and this video helps me ignite more the fire with me and continue the struggle because I know we will be successful. Maybe not this year but the year to come, when it is our time! Godspeed

    • @investingsimplefied2342
      @investingsimplefied2342 2 месяца назад +1

      All the very best.You can do it.

    • @KapitanAI.
      @KapitanAI. 2 месяца назад +1

      It may be hard, but once u start, dont stop.

    • @truct77
      @truct77 2 месяца назад

      You got this! You can do it! I believe in you!

    • @Channelsdotbiz-yd8bl
      @Channelsdotbiz-yd8bl 2 месяца назад

      I feel ya ... But where in this together... Good luck 🤞

  • @tinaa3459
    @tinaa3459 2 месяца назад +1

    Thanks you David, so inspiring ❤️

  • @geeman1
    @geeman1 Месяц назад +1

    I need more stories like this.

  • @NokthulaMadondo
    @NokthulaMadondo 3 месяца назад +39

    How inspiring! I was bowling my eyes out through out the video. David is an amazing storyteller. What a journey. True testimony that leaving things to the Higher power changes life in ways that you never ever imagined. Good luck to David, thanks for sharing his journey with us.

  • @onkira7
    @onkira7 3 месяца назад +2

    Don't stop making this kind of video, Really appreciate it

  • @mosaicpaint3223
    @mosaicpaint3223 2 месяца назад

    that’s a supportive parent, more than dreams can ever give! relate much on chasing dreams

  • @betobates
    @betobates 2 месяца назад +7

    I was feelling so low yesterday and this helped me a lot. Thank you for this I really needed this right now.

    • @Channelsdotbiz-yd8bl
      @Channelsdotbiz-yd8bl 2 месяца назад +1

      Same here... I'm down for the count and spinning my wheels... But can't stop 🛑 #Channels

  • @RavChopra
    @RavChopra 3 месяца назад +26

    Didn’t think I was gonna cry loading up this video, I’m touched by how much you appreciate your parents. Thank you for sharing your story and best of luck!

  • @aryanjain5535
    @aryanjain5535 5 дней назад

    Great Content, Keep going.

  • @nosquirrels3110
    @nosquirrels3110 2 месяца назад

    Thanks for that 👌 great story

  • @x2jzb
    @x2jzb 3 месяца назад +35

    I am so happy this guy loves his family and appreciates what they wanted him to do. His major skill is persistence!!! He deserves success!!! Thank you Starter Story!!! I don’t think anyone should have to go through this!!! Persistence is key to success. !!!

  • @piusgyagenda
    @piusgyagenda 3 месяца назад +1

    This is a great one thank you for sharing such an inspiring story, I have this dream of becoming a filmmaker, and it is such stories that keep me going even though many times it feels like a dream so hard to make happen due to the fact that am living a life filled with challenges that always make me feel its a dream that will never happen.

  • @integrity411
    @integrity411 2 месяца назад

    Love this story. It made me cry.

  • @genarochervo3815
    @genarochervo3815 3 месяца назад +2

    So good bro!!!

  • @fyzanahammad2032
    @fyzanahammad2032 2 дня назад

    "it was character building " respect +++

  • @The10.000ThingsOfficial
    @The10.000ThingsOfficial 3 месяца назад +3

    Very inspiring!❤

  • @chandanav1637
    @chandanav1637 2 месяца назад

    Beautiful story inspiring

  • @AwomKenneth
    @AwomKenneth 3 месяца назад +1

    thanks for this !

  • @CdaPlays
    @CdaPlays 2 месяца назад

    ❤ love the story. Really emotional and encouraging for young people like us

  • @WahjoeGunawan
    @WahjoeGunawan 2 месяца назад

    Thanks for your sharing... I need this kind push.

  • @IkhukumarHazarika
    @IkhukumarHazarika 2 месяца назад

    Really inspired by your story❤

  • @nikolatesla5308
    @nikolatesla5308 20 дней назад +2

    00:00 David Park's journey from failure to $25M valuation in 2 years
    01:59 David faced a dilemma and decided to drop out to start a startup with Henry.
    03:51 Facing financial struggle and self-doubt, but finding support and success.
    05:45 From exhausted bank account to $100,000 check
    07:40 Experiencing viral growth through social media and facing challenges
    09:13 Facing health crisis led to realization and emotional gratitude
    10:48 Facing the choice to cash out or double down to fix the business
    12:31 Persistence and sacrifice are key to success in entrepreneurship.

  • @kerrinanaidoo4756
    @kerrinanaidoo4756 3 месяца назад +5

    What a beautiful story... Keep sharing these stories❤

  • @user-xd6ed5sc8u
    @user-xd6ed5sc8u 3 месяца назад +2

    God bless you bro !

  • @user-fs3ff6pe3l
    @user-fs3ff6pe3l 3 месяца назад +4

    I relate to this so much! Thank you for sharing and inspiring everyday entrepreneurs!

  • @virgil.ciobota
    @virgil.ciobota Месяц назад

    Broo you are creating great content…keep uo 🙌🙌🤗

  • @Sir.Black.
    @Sir.Black. 16 дней назад +1

    What they don't say is there are thousands of Davids doing the same thing and only one tiny percentage become successful and even tinier at his level of success...

  • @DineshDKA
    @DineshDKA 3 месяца назад +2

    Amazing journey! Inspiring 👏🏻

  • @heavenstarhilary2817
    @heavenstarhilary2817 3 дня назад

    That's a wonerful story, David!

  • @bukhariauwal
    @bukhariauwal 3 месяца назад +4

    This is insane and I really love it ❤

  • @LuvIn_EveryBite
    @LuvIn_EveryBite 3 месяца назад +16

    This story had me in tears, this guy is an extreme inspiration! What a legend

  • @Lowdin86
    @Lowdin86 3 месяца назад +2

    Great production value on this one, look forward to more in the future!

  • @ermz13
    @ermz13 2 месяца назад +1

    when he started choking up getting emotional I felt that too