Hey all - thanks so much for watching this video, I am super grateful for all our subscribers. Just a note, I started the brand The Oodie and the $500m I am referring to is sales, not profit or net worth. Sorry if I wasn't explicitly clear in this video, all my previous videos I am quite clear on these metrics if you want to watch those. Let me know if you have any questions.
Your video showed up in my suggestions. Wow congrats on what you have achieved! Great to hear a success story, and how you overcame the challenges. I have been self employed for a long time, mostly selling online, but only a tiny % of your sales. Unfortunately, the war in Ukraine has nearly destroyed my business here in the UK, after a huge increase in cost of production, in March this year, of my best selling items, due to energy rises at the factory (it requires a lot of energy to make them) Since I did the price increase my sales have slumped by about 90%! I've sold them for years (regular sellers day in day out- customers love them, almost zero returns or issues), and got through the pandemic, but this is just something way worse than has ever happened before. Obviously this is nothing compared to what people in Ukraine are having to deal with, but it still has just about ruined my business, with bills to pay etc. Having watched your video, and your success in selling the weighted blankets, and Oodies, it made me think blimey, what I actually sell is probably even more perfect for Australia than Britain, and with your skills, its like an open goal for you. You'd probably sell them to every house in Australia! 🤣🤣🤣
For all my life I've always had the dream of becoming rich, and all the things I could do to help this world with it. But only ever since I was around 9 did I ever think of how that dream would come true. My head was always filled with the thought of it, but I could never think of something that someone had not already thought of in the first place. But I've thought, and thought, and I've been determined, and your story is the most inspiring one I've ever seen. Thank you for making me more determined in making my dream come true!
Thank you, thank you so much. At nearly 76 I lost my wonderful husband to a horrible disease Lewy Body Dementia, it’s been a huge journey learning to live without my best friend. Your wonderful story has really inspired me. Many people cast you off because of age but you have inspired me to push through, ignore the brush off and live the life I have left to fullest. My goals have been kindness, loving and a person of integrity.. I think you’ve certainly fulfilled those. Your Mum and dad must be so proud of you. God bless you in your journey ❤
00:01 Introduction 00:33 Story begins (Past life) 02:26 Plan 04:30 Passion (Business) 05:30 Personal training 06:07 Huge food franchise plan 07:12 Got scammed 07:48 Lesson 08:24 Learned skills 10:15 New business plan from the past experiences 11:18 Hard work finally paid off
This is an absolutely amazing journey and inspiring story. It feels very authentic and you can tell he looks like a shy guy. Wonderful video, you just got yourself a new subscriber !
40 now, and everything is paid for. Fortunately, I had a college economics teacher who taught me a lesson when I was 18 years old. That lesson was: you can't buy something else for every purchase you make. Having multiple sources of income is prudent, as is living within your means. I have a 13-year-old vehicle because it is all I need, I like it, and I can do whatever I want with it. My net worth is $4 million, and I can pay my bills without stress, but I don't live like I have that. I have no complaints.
I fully agree; I'm 56 years old and recently retired with approximately 1.2 million in outside retirement funds, no debt, and very few dollars in retirement funds in comparison to my portfolio balance over the last three years. To be honest, the financial advisor's role can only be ignored, not dismissed. Therefore do your research to get a reputable one and that should be any individuals main route into the market.
Yes, a good number of folks are raking in huge 6 figure gains in this downtrend, but such strategies are mostly successfully executed by folks with in depth market knowledge
Certainly, there are a handful of experts in the field. I've experimented with a few over the past years, but I've stuck with ‘’ Carol Vivian Constable” for about five years now, and her performance has been consistently impressive.She’s quite known in her field, look-her up.
As someone who has been suffering from hardcore dyslexia all my life and struggled with school, your story seriously resonates brother 🙏🏻 I just discovered your channel and immediately I subbed! Much love and support from the US, cheers!
That was a beautiful story Davie. I’m stating to learn the fundamentals of drop shipping. It’s a tough journey for me and probably for other as well because we still in high school, work a part time job, and barely have time to work on developing the business. I have faith that we’ll all make it and God will help us all succeed with time and with the mistakes we make on this journey. Thank you Davie for making this great content and sharing your story with us. 🙌🏽❤️
The decisions we make in life can have a big impact on our finances. It's not just about when you start, but what you achieve in the end that really counts. While RUclips is great, having a mentor will help you understand better.
To gain wealth and be financially independent, I would say save, invest and always take good care of your finances to ensure your income increases. Remember that making money is action, keeping money is behavior, but growing money is knowledge.
And seeking guidance from a financial advisor can lead to financial success. Personally, with the help of my professional financial certificate, I have participated in lucrative projects and accumulated a significant sum. In 2024, seeking help is definitely the right approach towards wealth accumulation and management.
I have been looking for passive income but with several failed attempts I lost hope. However, reading your comment has really rekindled the fire within me and I feel incredibly grateful. If you don't mind, how can I reach your expert?
That lesson from your father really hit me hard. Thanks for creating this video, Davie. Really helps me to reflect on my past successes and failures and work from there.
This over-diversification is such a big problem early on. I've done it too. Just not being able to manage your attention and getting dragged every which way with a ton of side hustles. To be fair if you're going into it from a truly entrepreneurial headspace then I think it's probably worth learning those lessons until you find what works for you but most people can benefit from just getting really good at the one thing and instead of trying to shift into another business entirely, just focus the learning on improving or evolving what they have.
Warren Buffett said something similar. Diversifying just because of diversifying is really really bad strategy. He always invested in industries he knew how they operate.
love this story Davie. Very relatable and also very inspiring to me! im a Scotsman in Australia and im going through a tough time financially and I am also on my alone here, sont really have anyone to turn to for help, so ive been extremely down this past couple of weeks.Listening to this video and your story really opens your eyes, in life we go through tough and low stages. but we just need to push through. you certainly gained a subscriber here. thanks
Your story is so inspiring. So many hurdles, failures and self-doubt at some point but your patience, consistency, and strong belief (mindset) that you will make it kept you going. Glad you kept it going even while it was tough and rough. 👏👏👏💚
Buying a stock is easy, but buying the right stock without a time-tested strategy is incredibly hard. Hence what are the best stocks to buy now or put on a watchlist? I’ve been trying to grow my portfolio of $560K for sometime now, my major challenge is not knowing the best entry and exit strategie;s ... I would greatly appreciate any suggestions.
Find quality stocks that have long term potential, and ride with those stocks. I have found it takes someone who is very familiar with the market to make such good picks.
this guys story when he was young is literally me, I felt dumb and thought everyone around me were geniuses. It's not even a question if you are gonna make it. Don't listen to people who don't believe in you even when it's your closest friends and family. Stand strong and pull through. With this mindset you can conquer any obstacle in your way. With this mindset its all just *a matter of time* and *that is* under your control.
You don't come off arrogant by telling your story. You seem like an honest and kind person. You're also a great storyteller. I'm glad things worked out for you!
I'm at that all the way down spot, again.... Divorce, failure after failure, but sometimes my "never quit" mentality costs me as well - so seeing you in this raw form is awesome and it does help people.... Brother thank you from all of us that needed to hear and see this.... God bless you for not keeping this to yourself 👍
As a newbie, about to invest you most have four things in mind. 1 have long time mindset 2 be willing to take risk 3 be careful on Money usage, if you are not spending to earn back then stop spending 4 never claimed to know -Ask question, it's the best you work with a financial advisor.. like Martinez Amend, he is good on what he knows how to do best.
Most rich people stay rich by spending like poor and investing without season, and most poor people spending like rich yet not investing like the rich, but impressing them.
I have broken through 45k, 75k and got my eyes on 120k! Champagne stays popping, he is too awesome. People prefyto spend money on liability rather than investing in assets and be very profitable
I'm 50 year old living in Canada Albert, I'm willing to retired at 55 if things keeps going the way I planned bought my first house Last month and I can't be more proud that I made a very good productive decisions that has changed my financial status forever*
I don’t know why that made me so emotional when he told the story about his dad with the rock in the shoe. It’s so true. You can’t carry around anything from the past because it will destroy your present and future. Life isn’t perfect and the best lessons are the painful ones. Be grateful, learn the lessons you need and move forward. I’m struggling with this right now.
I went thru a lot for 3 years doing around 2 thousand a month with expenses around 4 thousand a month. After I went thru all that, I knew what I had to do and started making 4 than 8 ten 10 and now 30 k a month. I learned thru difficulties and challenges.
Alright so a few things here. I’ve watched this video and listened to it very carefully and thoroughly and I have to say, congratulations to you buddy, you have a good set of head and brains screwed between your shoulders. You are a clear case where luck means opportunity and effort meets success. I have actually lived in Australia for quite some years, didn’t manage to be able to stay due to how nearly impossible was to get a permanent visa at the time but I know enough about the country and its economy to say that you were very lucky to have the circumstance of being born and raised in a country where its economy is basically the envy of the world, and you made the most of it. You sound so humble and grateful about the whole process and the way you went about it speaks millions on how your mindset was built and how your drive and grit were met by a country where that kind of success is actually achievable. Well done!!!!! All the best to you and you deserve all the credit!
Davie! I just stumbled on your channel. When you showed the Street Rolls photo, I had major flashbacks. I used to go there whenever I popped into Blackwood and I'm pretty sure I signed you up with a trial for the Rewardle rewards system when I was doing sales for them 😂 I remember you talking about the Instagram reselling then and I had no idea that you ended up being the guy behind Oodie! So great to see that you're achieving your dreams and living your purpose man.
Im currently feel like im on the rock bottom, but your experiences really motivates me, seems im not alone after all and i just need to enjoy the process, never know what the future brings, just wanna be successful for my family and others. thankyou Davie, hope i could meet you one day.
What an inspiring story! I really love how your dad made you realize that mistakes aren't meant to weigh us down. I also dream of having my own e-commerce brand someday but just haven't found the right product yet. Your video on how to get started with email marketing helped me start a career in email marketing. I really admire your grit. You deserve all your success, Davie!
Thank you SOOO much, I really needed this video as motivation for a 15-year-old girl that just want to find a way to help her parents and start with just $0 dollars....
Great story :) BUT please ppl don't think school is useless because some ppl made it without it. You still need a good base foundation ( a degree, any other paper ) to go back in case you fail in business or change your mind 🤗 Speaking from experience. I came from family business background, but still did a degree, launched my brand and change my mind becasue I realized it's better and easier to just skip business and go straight to investing, you gonna end up in investing anyway so why not skip all the "hard work" and go to the final stage 🤭🤷♀
1 thing I enjoyed while listening to your story is that you knew to pivot. You didn't give up, you pivoted. You understood when something wasn't working and moved into a different direction without giving up on your dreams & goals. 👏🏽☺️
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment! Pivoting was definitely a crucial part of my journey. It's important to stay adaptable and keep pushing forward, even when things don't go as planned. 🙌
@@DavieFogarty My pleasure. And I agree. We would all love to have those A-Team Hannibal moments all the time, ¨I love it when a plan comes together,. But reality is adapting to the plan failing. . .often. 😅
Watched this video twice because the hard lessons you went through and learned are absolute gold! And your Dad -- just Wow! Loved the rock lesson he taught you about not letting mistakes weigh you down. I had such a visceral response that I just had to say "Thank-You" for sharing your incredibly inspiring story! Wishing you blessings & continued success in life!❤
I really appreciate your honesty and vulnerability in sharing your journey. Your key takeaway of "all greatness was just a willingness to work hard and fail" really resonated with me. Your story is a testament to the fact that success is not about having it all figured out from the start, but rather about being willing to learn, pivot, and persist through failure. Thank you for sharing your inspiring story and valuable insights
Davie, Just wanted to say I have been following your journey for years!!! Congratulations for everything you have achieved! Now on Shark Tank!! WOW!! You are still that same (Very) young man I watched on one of your first videos! The reason I switch onto Shark Tank every Week is YOU! You are inspirational and now doing your series of videos is going to encourage so many more people to 'have a go'. Including me!!! Thanks!!!!!
Thank you sooo much! I've started my own business to learn from it and make money from my own passion. Honestly, it's harder than working with a company in marketing, but this is why I love it so much. And of course, I have failed many times since I first started. That's why people around me don't believe in what I do and keep asking me to get a real job. Without any support, it's harder to get through tough times, but I'm so happy I found your video! 😃❤
Amazing story, my wife's just about to start her on thing on Instagram, she's been looking after our 4 kids for the last 13 years so I think this story will be an inspiration to her.
Most people either do not understand the power of compound interest, or are just impatient. For the average Joe, however. I think it is just best to invest in the S&P 500, and just wait, which is reliable, albeit extremely long-lots of years. Or just use a professional analyst and speed up wealth creation. Most people underestimate the power of the latter
You're absolutely right about the power of compound interest and the long-term potential of investing in index funds like the S&P 500. For many, passive investing in broadly diversified funds can be a reliable strategy over time.
Employing a professional financial analyst or advisor can certainly add value by offering tailored advice, portfolio diversification, risk management, and timely insights. Their expertise can potentially speed up wealth creation and navigate market complexities, but it's important to choose someone reputable and consider their fees, as they can impact your overall returns.
How can one find a verifiable financial planner? 1 would not mind looking up the professional that helped you. I will be retiring in two years and I might need some management on my much larger portfolio. Don't want to take any chances.
A lot of folks downplay the role of advisors until being burnt by their own emotions. I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for licensed advisors and came across someone of utmost qualifications. She's helped grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $50k to $375k.
Your story gives life to the saying, "Failure is a prelude to success". Congrats on maintaining that belief in yourself and pushing the boundaries others expected of you.
I got rich when I realized that no one is coming to save me or do it for me. If you take your life seriously, you will see a permanent improvement. I started and learnt consistency at 26, wasn't easy to inspire myself guys, but today I have over $3 million in my retirement savings at 40. Milestone for me.
Agreed. I deal with an lnvestment advisor for this reason. I currently have over $940k invested in a diversified portfoIio that has grown exponentially and is suitable for all market seasons. Our current project for this year is a more concrete ballpark-target.
Your dad is a real good father. Reminds of my dad. RIP. He told me he was proud of me after achieving a very small goal. The confidence it gives you is just unreal.
How moving and genuine! Your father's lesson struck a chord. What a remarkable man you are and thank you for sharing your inspirational story. Kuddos to you and your beautiful family and friends!
It’s not arrogant at all to talk about the things you’ve accomplished wether someone knows you or not! You can see the kind person you are immediately and you have nothing to prove! Congratulations btw! Hopefully I’ll see you at the top lol
After watching this I feel really motivated. I'm still a high school student so i dont know much about all this, but im gonna try and do my best in exploring and hopefully making something out of it. Thanks a bunch!
It's silly that someone has to explain that they are not actually bragging. I get where you come from by explaining that though, and makes sense. It's just that, this video, far from bragging, it's inspiring and motivational. Thank you for uploading it and share so much with the rest of us. Been following your videos for a while to try and succeed in e-commerce. Thanks again!
Kudos! I am moved. I am 51. Everything I have been doing to succeed in this life has been a failure. I can't lie and put it in a different way. I never give up. Maybe I'll die trying. Seeing you is quite a boost. Thank you, young man. Live long and prosper way more.
Hi im Vietnamese and i was so taken aback that u said u had been into roll so well. Really proud of it and i love this video so much that it gives me bunch of motivation 👍🏻 thx u so much! appreciate it
when I saw the video I was determined not to click. At first I thought "another one of those 16 year olds becoming millionaires in a few months with sales or something like that on the internet and trying to sell you some course on how they got rich." Despite that I decided to give it a go, and what a good thing I did. Finally, a true story with no ulterior motives behind it, a very long and difficult journey, with much failure and overcoming. This is a real success story, congratulations and thanks for sharing
Omg😢 im tear up hearing your dad shoe's story. Had almost same issues where my instagram were hacked when i am on top of my business and loose all the loyal customers. Grow them for 3 years and dissapear in a night. Takes me 4 years to recover. Now bounce back with new business. Road to $100k. Wish me luck❤
That piece of advice hits me. I hit rock bottom when I lost my job, couldn't start a business, and didn't know what to do. Thank you for this inspiring story and great video!
As an investing enthusiast, I often wonder how top level investors are able to become millionaires off investing. . I’ve been sitting on over $670K equity from a home sale and I’m not sure where to go from here, is it a good time to buy into stocks or do I wait for another opportunity?
Absolutely, making informed and thoughtful decisions when it comes to finances is crucial. Whether it's budgeting, investing, or managing debt, having a plan and taking the right steps can lead to financial security and success.
Yes true, I have been in touch with a financial advisor. With an initial starting reserve of $80k, my advisor chooses the entry and exit commands for my portfolio, which has grown to approximately $550k.
Financial professionals like NICOLE ANASTASIA PLUMLEE often bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, helping clients develop and implement sound financial strategies tailored to their specific needs and goals. It's crucial for individuals to recognize the importance of seeking expert advice, particularly when it comes to managing investments and mitigating risks.
Thanks for sharing, I just looked her up on the web and I would say she really has an impressive background in investing. I will write her an e-mail shortly.
Awesome to see this type of success for someone so young and in Australia. I was the guy who went down the 6 figure salary pathway! Now I feel more interest in looking at e-commerce type things and creating my own financial Independence. Sometimes I feel this country doesn’t really encourage innovation or entrepreneurship. From something so simple and all the ideas and training you acquired. Very happy for you mate, you’ve inspired me, at 37 to keep looking into things like this. ❤
You didn't just talk about the successes. Nor did you gloss over the failures. Rather you showed us that failures are a completely normal part of life and learning. Failures just tell us that something is not working and that we need to change direction on our quest for success. Thank you for reminding us, Davie.
Thanks for the video Davie. You are a great example of how small things make great things. I am working on my manufacturing business and just got a meeting with Walmart. Never thought I would be in that sort of position. Thank you!!
Good onya man. We can be so damaged from things that were said to us by teachers and parents alike, when we are too little to fight back. Its like slinging mud at a white wall-the stain can be very hard to remove. It happened to me too. I was told endlessly that I was "too smart for my own good". What the hell does that even mean??? I have an IQ of around 140. I'm a cash poor/time rich type, and very happy to be just that. I live in an old Toyota Coaster tour bus. I've played guitar for 48 years, written 2 books on how to beat the odds at roulette (after 20 years of research), 9 books worth of fiction trilogies etc etc. (Sorry to bore you). I'm just about to buy a new M3 Mac (at the age of 64) and get the whole lot out there on youtube. Its gonna be fun! Cheers to your success!!
Thank you for sharing your story! It’s incredible how we can turn past challenges into strengths. The things people say when we’re young can leave marks, but it sounds like you’ve channeled those experiences into amazing achievements. The idea of a new M3 Mac and a fresh RUclips adventure at 64 is fantastic-proof that passion and curiosity don’t age. Wishing you all the best with your new projects and continued success. Cheers to your journey and your incredible achievements! 🙌
It was NOT a show off, and was a pure sharing of feelings from heart that really touched me. I'm in the same spot that Davie was when he was back to zero to loose all his money for the cost of the invaluable expereince to find a winning product!
Wow! Love it! Particularly the part expressing all your past failures teaching you the skills you needed to be successful now. Amazing! Thank you for sharing your story in such a real and down to earth way.
I had an easy childhood, studying was a breeze for me. I aced all the classes, was all of my teachers favorite student, frequently got perfect scores, frequently came first in my class. I never stopped having girlfriends from middle school all the way through college, multiple girls would even compete trying to date me. But I struggled a lot later on in life, and am still struggling, i tend to get real down on myself, beat myself up for not living up to my potential. I think in part it has to do with the fact that because of my easy childhood and time in school, I never had to face or learn how to deal with adversity in real life. So I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s not a bad thing at all when young kids do bad in school early on, it toughens you up and you’re much more equipped to handle problems later on.
Great job! I love seeing others succeed but what I love more is when they share their stories with others so we can take those learnings and apply them. Thanks!!
Successful investing is hard work because it means disciplining your mind to do the opposite of human nature. Buying during a panic, selling during euphoria, and holding on when you are bored and just craving a little action. Investing is 5% intellect and 95% temperament.
Since risk is at an all-time high right now, perhaps you should be a little more patient but remember the bigger the risk the bigger the results. Alternatively, you can consult a trained financial expert for strategy.
It's often true that people underestimate the importance of financial advisors until they feel the negative effects of emotional decision-making. I remember a few summers ago, after a tough divorce, when I needed a boost for my struggling business. I researched and found a licensed advisor who diligently helped grow my reserves despite inflation. Consequently, my reserves increased from $275k to around $750k.
Recently, I've been considering the possibility of speaking with consultants. I need guidance because I'm an adult, but I'm not sure if their services would be all that helpful.
The lesson from your dad with the rocks in the shoes was so eye opening! We tend to carry on the failures of the past and they stop us from moving forward and progressing. Loved hearing your story and can definitely relate! You should be so proud of how far you've come Davie! 💞✨
Davie, your part of the reason why i keep grinding and learning new skills every day, i came across your videos back when i was dropshipping but now im learning new skills and focusing on product development.
I'm a Big Fan of you Davie! Didn't know about your Oodie Business till this show. In fact my kids bought me an Oodie and a Weighted Blanket last year for my Birthday. The blanket was in a package and I wondered what the heck they had packed inside.. it was so heavy. So I opened it with much trepidation and WOW! Double WOW 😅 I enjoy the blanket ❤ And my Oodie. So I have a bit of you Davie 😊 X 2 And I'm Thrilled. Happy to use your products.
I never felt so overwhelmed about this young man story, I felt happy and cheerful for him, I felt as I'm in him and felt free and more happy, thank you for giving me that feeling.
Aww... this is such a great story... it shows that you're just a normal person and anybody can be successful as well. Most people give up when it gets hard, but sometimes those failures are great learning lessons. Thank you for the inspiration to have bigger dreams!
All the people saying it's luck, don't put enough work themselves to achieve what Davie aimed for. Perfect example of what our amazing school systems taught you guys 😂 P.S. I'm on my way to my first million and I'll be back to edit this comment once I've made it 😊🎉
This is great. Really great story. 🤔But it seems the most valuable part of it is actually completely missing. When it came down to what made him successful, he just says “ordered some stock from China“ and then he set up some social media accounts, and Bam 💥 successful. Then, when it comes to the oodie, he just “created the oodie” and bam 💥 successful. Loads of information about the times when he was unsuccessful in literally zero detail about what made him successful. People create products all the time and totally fail. I feel like this video is going to encourage people to do that. 😬😬😬
What made him successful is constantly looking and trying things out. He found a potential product, he did back-testing, he realized it was working, and he went all in.
I was studying email marketing when I stumbled upon your video tutorial. I was about to subscribe to you when this featured video on your channel played. I was about to give up, the path to success has been really hard for me for the past few years, and this reminded me to never give up.
I have been binging success stories for some reason. There’s always a pivotal moment when you are at your lowest where family and the people around them bring you back up.
What a wonderful story, I use weighted blankets due to sensory dispositions. I am autistic and believed I was stupid for similar reasons. I decided to learn how to become a 3d technical artist and animator from home using RUclips. Now I have found myself about to launch a product animation studio in April, it's been a long journey of study such as fine art, 3d pipelines, photography, business and web design, and it seems to be all coming together. I am really looking forward to going from zero to the sky and be in a position to help others achieve their dream. Thanks for sharing your story Davie, it really is inspirational friend.
Through the screen I can see how humble, sincere and kind person you are. I’m so happy for you success. I wish you had a video to teach others to be successful.
Here before this inevitably gets a lot of traction. Mate, you didn't shy away from sharing your failures, you're humble through it all, and you got a good heart. Loved the ending sign off, keep your head up and keep on being who you are, if not better now that you're more well off financially
They weren't failures. Everything you went through were stepping stones to what you were looking for. When you learn from them, they aren't mistakes or failures. If you were my son, I'd be so proud of you for getting back up.
"These mistakes, if you carry them with you, they're just going to hurt you. You just have to leave them behind and learn from them." My experience has shown me that other people will hang their hats on your mistake and expect you to be anchored to the ground with them forever. I have to move on.
This got me emotional. As someone who has failed in food business before and now trying to navigate the next journey, what you did not cover is the many insecurities that you must have felt between each failed business project and being able to fight through that and still win...super happy for man!!!
Hey all - thanks so much for watching this video, I am super grateful for all our subscribers. Just a note, I started the brand The Oodie and the $500m I am referring to is sales, not profit or net worth. Sorry if I wasn't explicitly clear in this video, all my previous videos I am quite clear on these metrics if you want to watch those. Let me know if you have any questions.
Dave mate this video is so truely inspiring. Grateful and proud to see Aussie Entrepreneurs alike! ;)
Your video showed up in my suggestions. Wow congrats on what you have achieved! Great to hear a success story, and how you overcame the challenges. I have been self employed for a long time, mostly selling online, but only a tiny % of your sales. Unfortunately, the war in Ukraine has nearly destroyed my business here in the UK, after a huge increase in cost of production, in March this year, of my best selling items, due to energy rises at the factory (it requires a lot of energy to make them) Since I did the price increase my sales have slumped by about 90%! I've sold them for years (regular sellers day in day out- customers love them, almost zero returns or issues), and got through the pandemic, but this is just something way worse than has ever happened before. Obviously this is nothing compared to what people in Ukraine are having to deal with, but it still has just about ruined my business, with bills to pay etc. Having watched your video, and your success in selling the weighted blankets, and Oodies, it made me think blimey, what I actually sell is probably even more perfect for Australia than Britain, and with your skills, its like an open goal for you. You'd probably sell them to every house in Australia! 🤣🤣🤣
Just update the title of the video to make it more clear. Otherwise, the omission is probably intentional.
For all my life I've always had the dream of becoming rich, and all the things I could do to help this world with it. But only ever since I was around 9 did I ever think of how that dream would come true. My head was always filled with the thought of it, but I could never think of something that someone had not already thought of in the first place. But I've thought, and thought, and I've been determined, and your story is the most inspiring one I've ever seen. Thank you for making me more determined in making my dream come true!
Davie Thank you so much, this is a very inspirational story, there is always ups and downs but all of them add more to experience. God bless!
Thank you, thank you so much. At nearly 76 I lost my wonderful husband to a horrible disease Lewy Body Dementia, it’s been a huge journey learning to live without my best friend. Your wonderful story has really inspired me. Many people cast you off because of age but you have inspired me to push through, ignore the brush off and live the life I have left to fullest. My goals have been kindness, loving and a person of integrity.. I think you’ve certainly fulfilled those. Your Mum and dad must be so proud of you. God bless you in your journey ❤
@@skipsarg I’m sorry about your husband. My condolences x
00:01 Introduction
00:33 Story begins (Past life)
02:26 Plan
04:30 Passion (Business)
05:30 Personal training
06:07 Huge food franchise plan
07:12 Got scammed
07:48 Lesson
08:24 Learned skills
10:15 New business plan from the past experiences
11:18 Hard work finally paid off
Thats Awesome!! Thanks!
13:15 Me, still not sure what made him half a billion.
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Me too! I feel he was about the story rather than the actual plot!
Successful people don't become that way overnight. What most people see as wealth, a great career, purpose is the result of hard work. 🤑🤑
I agree with you. I'm not here to converse for her but to testify just for what I'm sure of, she's trust worthy and best option ever seen..
She has great skills and knowledge about the market..
and I can even say she is the most sincere trader I ever known
This is an absolutely amazing journey and inspiring story. It feels very authentic and you can tell he looks like a shy guy. Wonderful video, you just got yourself a new subscriber !
40 now, and everything is paid for. Fortunately, I had a college economics teacher who taught me a lesson when I was 18 years old. That lesson was: you can't buy something else for every purchase you make. Having multiple sources of income is prudent, as is living within your means. I have a 13-year-old vehicle because it is all I need, I like it, and I can do whatever I want with it. My net worth is $4 million, and I can pay my bills without stress, but I don't live like I have that. I have no complaints.
I fully agree; I'm 56 years old and recently retired with approximately 1.2 million in outside retirement funds, no debt, and very few dollars in retirement funds in comparison to my portfolio balance over the last three years. To be honest, the financial advisor's role can only be ignored, not dismissed. Therefore do your research to get a reputable one and that should be any individuals main route into the market.
Yes, a good number of folks are raking in huge 6 figure gains in this downtrend, but such strategies are mostly successfully executed by folks with in depth market knowledge
my partner’s been considering going the same route, could you share more info please on the advisor that guides you.
Certainly, there are a handful of experts in the field. I've experimented with a few over the past years, but I've stuck with ‘’ Carol Vivian Constable” for about five years now, and her performance has been consistently impressive.She’s quite known in her field, look-her up.
I copied her whole name and pasted it into my browser; her website appeared immediately, and her qualifications are excellent; thank you for sharing.
When I saw you blush, it means a lot to me. Because I felt the Genuine Experience coming from you.
Thank you I needed this
As someone who has been suffering from hardcore dyslexia all my life and struggled with school, your story seriously resonates brother 🙏🏻 I just discovered your channel and immediately I subbed! Much love and support from the US, cheers!
That was a beautiful story Davie. I’m stating to learn the fundamentals of drop shipping. It’s a tough journey for me and probably for other as well because we still in high school, work a part time job, and barely have time to work on developing the business. I have faith that we’ll all make it and God will help us all succeed with time and with the mistakes we make on this journey. Thank you Davie for making this great content and sharing your story with us. 🙌🏽❤️
I love how your parents were supportive and that you took those failed business's and kept going. Very inspiring.
Nice
u must thank your parents...may god protect them from any and every harm...lots of love
I love your father's example of carrying mistakes. Congrats on your success, we all need these stories to keep going sometimes 💪🙂
The decisions we make in life can have a big impact on our finances. It's not just about when you start, but what you achieve in the end that really counts. While RUclips is great, having a mentor will help you understand better.
To gain wealth and be financially independent, I would say save, invest and always take good care of your finances to ensure your income increases. Remember that making money is action, keeping money is behavior, but growing money is knowledge.
And seeking guidance from a financial advisor can lead to financial success. Personally, with the help of my professional financial certificate, I have participated in lucrative projects and accumulated a significant sum. In 2024, seeking help is definitely the right approach towards wealth accumulation and management.
I have been looking for passive income but with several failed attempts I lost hope. However, reading your comment has really rekindled the fire within me and I feel incredibly grateful. If you don't mind, how can I reach your expert?
He's on Instagram
CHRISTOPHER SCOTT TRADING
That lesson from your father really hit me hard. Thanks for creating this video, Davie. Really helps me to reflect on my past successes and failures and work from there.
Keep it up Jerome! It really drives the message home
This over-diversification is such a big problem early on. I've done it too. Just not being able to manage your attention and getting dragged every which way with a ton of side hustles. To be fair if you're going into it from a truly entrepreneurial headspace then I think it's probably worth learning those lessons until you find what works for you but most people can benefit from just getting really good at the one thing and instead of trying to shift into another business entirely, just focus the learning on improving or evolving what they have.
Warren Buffett said something similar. Diversifying just because of diversifying is really really bad strategy. He always invested in industries he knew how they operate.
love this story Davie. Very relatable and also very inspiring to me! im a Scotsman in Australia and im going through a tough time financially and I am also on my alone here, sont really have anyone to turn to for help, so ive been extremely down this past couple of weeks.Listening to this video and your story really opens your eyes, in life we go through tough and low stages. but we just need to push through. you certainly gained a subscriber here. thanks
Keep your head up friend. With the lows come the HIGH'S! I pray God leads you to dreams you'd never thought would be possible!
Your story is so inspiring.
So many hurdles, failures and self-doubt at some point but your patience, consistency, and strong belief (mindset) that you will make it kept you going.
Glad you kept it going even while it was tough and rough.
👏👏👏💚
"Skills from past failures"... key word here 🙏🏼
Lessons always there to be learnt when you get out of your own way
Buying a stock is easy, but buying the right stock without a time-tested strategy is incredibly hard. Hence what are the best stocks to buy now or put on a watchlist? I’ve been trying to grow my portfolio of $560K for sometime now, my major challenge is not knowing the best entry and exit strategie;s ... I would greatly appreciate any suggestions.
Find quality stocks that have long term potential, and ride with those stocks. I have found it takes someone who is very familiar with the market to make such good picks.
Glad to have stumbled on this comment, Please who is the consultant that assist you and if you don't mind, how do I get in touch with them?
bots
Stocks are a casino. Online can be outsourced to India.
This is amazing. I been in e-commerce for a year now and still trying to find my way. Watching this really is inspiring!!!
Im in same situation brother
this guys story when he was young is literally me, I felt dumb and thought everyone around me were geniuses. It's not even a question if you are gonna make it. Don't listen to people who don't believe in you even when it's your closest friends and family. Stand strong and pull through. With this mindset you can conquer any obstacle in your way.
With this mindset its all just *a matter of time* and *that is* under your control.
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Acknowledge your mentorship programs!!💬
You don't come off arrogant by telling your story. You seem like an honest and kind person. You're also a great storyteller. I'm glad things worked out for you!
I'm at that all the way down spot, again.... Divorce, failure after failure, but sometimes my "never quit" mentality costs me as well - so seeing you in this raw form is awesome and it does help people.... Brother thank you from all of us that needed to hear and see this.... God bless you for not keeping this to yourself 👍
I feel you brother, just coming out of my dark night as well. It's tough as hell to keep going but you can do it mate!
As a newbie, about to invest you most have four things in mind.
1 have long time mindset
2 be willing to take risk
3 be careful on Money usage, if you are not spending to earn back then stop spending
4 never claimed to know -Ask question, it's the best you work with a financial advisor.. like Martinez Amend, he is good on what he knows how to do best.
Hit $200k today. Thanks you for all the knowledge and nuggets you had thrown my way over the last months. Started with $20k in October 2023
Most rich people stay rich by spending like poor and investing without season, and most poor people spending like rich yet not investing like the rich, but impressing them.
@@leonbailey8980You're absolutely right, and that's a beautiful mindset you've got there I never thought of it this way before.
I have broken through 45k, 75k and got my eyes on 120k! Champagne stays popping, he is too awesome. People prefyto spend money on liability rather than investing in assets and be very profitable
I'm 50 year old living in Canada Albert, I'm willing to retired at 55 if things keeps going the way I planned bought my first house Last month and I can't be more proud that I made a very good productive decisions that has changed my financial status forever*
I don’t know why that made me so emotional when he told the story about his dad with the rock in the shoe. It’s so true. You can’t carry around anything from the past because it will destroy your present and future. Life isn’t perfect and the best lessons are the painful ones. Be grateful, learn the lessons you need and move forward. I’m struggling with this right now.
Totally right.
Agree.100%
I went thru a lot for 3 years doing around 2 thousand a month with expenses around 4 thousand a month.
After I went thru all that, I knew what I had to do and started making 4 than 8 ten 10 and now 30 k a month.
I learned thru difficulties and challenges.
Alright so a few things here. I’ve watched this video and listened to it very carefully and thoroughly and I have to say, congratulations to you buddy, you have a good set of head and brains screwed between your shoulders. You are a clear case where luck means opportunity and effort meets success. I have actually lived in Australia for quite some years, didn’t manage to be able to stay due to how nearly impossible was to get a permanent visa at the time but I know enough about the country and its economy to say that you were very lucky to have the circumstance of being born and raised in a country where its economy is basically the envy of the world, and you made the most of it. You sound so humble and grateful about the whole process and the way you went about it speaks millions on how your mindset was built and how your drive and grit were met by a country where that kind of success is actually achievable. Well done!!!!! All the best to you and you deserve all the credit!
Thanks mate!
Davie! I just stumbled on your channel. When you showed the Street Rolls photo, I had major flashbacks. I used to go there whenever I popped into Blackwood and I'm pretty sure I signed you up with a trial for the Rewardle rewards system when I was doing sales for them 😂 I remember you talking about the Instagram reselling then and I had no idea that you ended up being the guy behind Oodie! So great to see that you're achieving your dreams and living your purpose man.
I'm new to all this, feels overwhelming but I won't give up on learning this. Thanks for you clear explanation from the very beginning!
Im currently feel like im on the rock bottom, but your experiences really motivates me, seems im not alone after all and i just need to enjoy the process, never know what the future brings, just wanna be successful for my family and others. thankyou Davie, hope i could meet you one day.
I can't believe why nobody is talking about this book called Secret Pathway To Triumph. Millionaires book, Trust me.
who is the author?
@@ukaszp3050 look at other similar comments, it's probably a bot.
@@ukaszp3050 Its a bot lol trying to sell some random bs
@@ukaszp3050 bots
@@ukaszp3050 that's a bot he's not gonna answer
What an inspiring story! I really love how your dad made you realize that mistakes aren't meant to weigh us down. I also dream of having my own e-commerce brand someday but just haven't found the right product yet. Your video on how to get started with email marketing helped me start a career in email marketing. I really admire your grit. You deserve all your success, Davie!
Awesome to hear! Glad to be a part of your journey :)
So many people fawning over someone on the internet of whom they know absolutely nothing about but soak up every word like it was God Himself.b
Now is the best moment! Go and go, you are just good enougth
We are so so proud of you and your amazing achievements Davie. Much love 🥰
❤
You gave birth to a legend 🙏
So happy I saw this comment. You are both just lovely! All the best to you!
It’s high time you start talking about Btc Cloud Stack
i said the thing lol
i dont think much alot of people are missing out tho
Thank you SOOO much, I really needed this video as motivation for a 15-year-old girl that just want to find a way to help her parents and start with just $0 dollars....
Great work! You'll find that you will have a better launch if you find a way to earn some income first to fuel your endevours.
Great story :) BUT please ppl don't think school is useless because some ppl made it without it. You still need a good base foundation ( a degree, any other paper ) to go back in case you fail in business or change your mind 🤗 Speaking from experience. I came from family business background, but still did a degree, launched my brand and change my mind becasue I realized it's better and easier to just skip business and go straight to investing, you gonna end up in investing anyway so why not skip all the "hard work" and go to the final stage 🤭🤷♀
1 thing I enjoyed while listening to your story is that you knew to pivot. You didn't give up, you pivoted. You understood when something wasn't working and moved into a different direction without giving up on your dreams & goals. 👏🏽☺️
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment! Pivoting was definitely a crucial part of my journey. It's important to stay adaptable and keep pushing forward, even when things don't go as planned. 🙌
@@DavieFogarty My pleasure. And I agree. We would all love to have those A-Team Hannibal moments all the time, ¨I love it when a plan comes together,. But reality is adapting to the plan failing. . .often. 😅
Watched this video twice because the hard lessons you went through and learned are absolute gold! And your Dad -- just Wow! Loved the rock lesson he taught you about not letting mistakes weigh you down. I had such a visceral response that I just had to say "Thank-You" for sharing your incredibly inspiring story! Wishing you blessings & continued success in life!❤
I really appreciate your honesty and vulnerability in sharing your journey. Your key takeaway of "all greatness was just a willingness to work hard and fail" really resonated with me. Your story is a testament to the fact that success is not about having it all figured out from the start, but rather about being willing to learn, pivot, and persist through failure. Thank you for sharing your inspiring story and valuable insights
Hello 👋
Davie, Just wanted to say I have been following your journey for years!!! Congratulations for everything you have achieved! Now on Shark Tank!! WOW!! You are still that same (Very) young man I watched on one of your first videos! The reason I switch onto Shark Tank every Week is YOU! You are inspirational and now doing your series of videos is going to encourage so many more people to 'have a go'. Including me!!! Thanks!!!!!
Thank you sooo much! I've started my own business to learn from it and make money from my own passion. Honestly, it's harder than working with a company in marketing, but this is why I love it so much. And of course, I have failed many times since I first started. That's why people around me don't believe in what I do and keep asking me to get a real job. Without any support, it's harder to get through tough times, but I'm so happy I found your video! 😃❤
You're so welcome!
Amazing story, my wife's just about to start her on thing on Instagram, she's been looking after our 4 kids for the last 13 years so I think this story will be an inspiration to her.
Thanks bud for keeping us financially Educated! Regardless of how bad it gets on the economy, I still make over $28K every single week.
Most people either do not understand the power of compound interest, or are just impatient. For the average Joe, however. I think it is just best to invest in the S&P 500, and just wait, which is reliable, albeit extremely long-lots of years. Or just use a professional analyst and speed up wealth creation. Most people underestimate the power of the latter
You're absolutely right about the power of compound interest and the long-term potential of investing in index funds like the S&P 500. For many, passive investing in broadly diversified funds can be a reliable strategy over time.
Employing a professional financial analyst or advisor can certainly add value by offering tailored advice, portfolio diversification, risk management, and timely insights. Their expertise can potentially speed up wealth creation and navigate market complexities, but it's important to choose someone reputable and consider their fees, as they can impact your overall returns.
How can one find a verifiable financial planner? 1 would not mind looking up the professional that helped you. I will be retiring in two years and I might need some management on my much larger portfolio. Don't want to take any chances.
A lot of folks downplay the role of advisors until being burnt by their own emotions. I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for licensed advisors and came across someone of utmost qualifications. She's helped grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $50k to $375k.
It takes a courage to attain this kind of greatness. Congratulations bro 👏
Your story gives life to the saying, "Failure is a prelude to success". Congrats on maintaining that belief in yourself and pushing the boundaries others expected of you.
Love that!
and thank the slave workers in China for giving this young man his happiness.
Only if you can LEARN from your mistakes…. 95% people never learn from their failures
I got rich when I realized that no one is coming to save me or do it for me. If you take your life seriously, you will see a permanent improvement. I started and learnt consistency at 26, wasn't easy to inspire myself guys, but today I have over $3 million in my retirement savings at 40. Milestone for me.
This is so relatable and true. I am on the same path and I consuIt with good a market strategst. LETSSS GOOOOO!
Agreed. I deal with an lnvestment advisor for this reason. I currently have over $940k invested in a diversified portfoIio that has grown exponentially and is suitable for all market seasons. Our current project for this year is a more concrete ballpark-target.
May I know the name of the advsor who has been assisting you, pIeas. l need heIp with my portfioIio.
She's known as 'Karen Huff pump'. One of the finest portfolio managers in the field. She's widely recognized; you should take a look at her work.
This is freaking awesome dude
Great story! Congratulations on all of your success at such a young age. You're an inspiration to people all around the world.
Your dad is a real good father. Reminds of my dad. RIP. He told me he was proud of me after achieving a very small goal. The confidence it gives you is just unreal.
Every place is nice if you have money. No place is nice if you don't.
@@markdamascus7878 This video got me hooked, and now I’m determined to become a billionaire in just two years! 💪💰
How moving and genuine! Your father's lesson struck a chord. What a remarkable man you are and thank you for sharing your inspirational story. Kuddos to you and your beautiful family and friends!
It’s not arrogant at all to talk about the things you’ve accomplished wether someone knows you or not! You can see the kind person you are immediately and you have nothing to prove! Congratulations btw! Hopefully I’ll see you at the top lol
Hi send your number
Hit 200k today. Thank you for all the knowledge and nuggets you had thrown my way over the last months.
Started with 14k in last month 2024
Wow that's huge, how do you make that much monthly?
Your work is amazing Davie! Keep encouraging, inspiring and empowering people the way you do! Big hug from Barcelona!
After watching this I feel really motivated. I'm still a high school student so i dont know much about all this, but im gonna try and do my best in exploring and hopefully making something out of it. Thanks a bunch!
Man! Thank you so much! This motivated me so much! God bless you so much! 🙏
Absolutely inspiring. I'm trying to turn my life around right now and do something different at 33
Never too late my friend. Keep at it!
It's silly that someone has to explain that they are not actually bragging. I get where you come from by explaining that though, and makes sense. It's just that, this video, far from bragging, it's inspiring and motivational. Thank you for uploading it and share so much with the rest of us. Been following your videos for a while to try and succeed in e-commerce. Thanks again!
Kudos! I am moved. I am 51. Everything I have been doing to succeed in this life has been a failure. I can't lie and put it in a different way. I never give up. Maybe I'll die trying. Seeing you is quite a boost. Thank you, young man. Live long and prosper way more.
Hi im Vietnamese and i was so taken aback that u said u had been into roll so well. Really proud of it and i love this video so much that it gives me bunch of motivation 👍🏻 thx u so much! appreciate it
when I saw the video I was determined not to click. At first I thought "another one of those 16 year olds becoming millionaires in a few months with sales or something like that on the internet and trying to sell you some course on how they got rich." Despite that I decided to give it a go, and what a good thing I did. Finally, a true story with no ulterior motives behind it, a very long and difficult journey, with much failure and overcoming. This is a real success story, congratulations and thanks for sharing
Appreciate the kind words
I agree I want gonna click on it. But then auto play got me here 😂 happy I did well done 🔥
Omg😢 im tear up hearing your dad shoe's story. Had almost same issues where my instagram were hacked when i am on top of my business and loose all the loyal customers. Grow them for 3 years and dissapear in a night. Takes me 4 years to recover. Now bounce back with new business. Road to $100k. Wish me luck❤
I really enjoyed your story. Humbling, real, and relatable. Excellent job my friend and congratulations!
Wow, this video has genuinely just inspired me so much. This is a great story and I am very happy for your success as you clearly deserved it.
That piece of advice hits me. I hit rock bottom when I lost my job, couldn't start a business, and didn't know what to do. Thank you for this inspiring story and great video!
I love how your parents were supportive and that you took those failed business and kept going very inspiring
I love your story so much, that discipline, courage to try new things and ever learning attitude!
You deserve it, love from Singapore!
Thank you so much!
As an investing enthusiast, I often wonder how top level investors are able to become millionaires off investing. . I’ve been sitting on over $670K equity from a home sale and I’m not sure where to go from here, is it a good time to buy into stocks or do I wait for another opportunity?
Absolutely, making informed and thoughtful decisions when it comes to finances is crucial. Whether it's budgeting, investing, or managing debt, having a plan and taking the right steps can lead to financial security and success.
Yes true, I have been in touch with a financial advisor. With an initial starting reserve of $80k, my advisor chooses the entry and exit commands for my portfolio, which has grown to approximately $550k.
I've been considering hiring an advisor for a long. Could you please direct me to your advisor?
Financial professionals like NICOLE ANASTASIA PLUMLEE often bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, helping clients develop and implement sound financial strategies tailored to their specific needs and goals. It's crucial for individuals to recognize the importance of seeking expert advice, particularly when it comes to managing investments and mitigating risks.
Thanks for sharing, I just looked her up on the web and I would say she really has an impressive background in investing. I will write her an e-mail shortly.
This was inspiring.
Lesson learned: Although there’ll be obstacles, never stop trying. And always look for problems to solve.
You've got that right.
Yes, but even then you just need to have extreme luck too…
Awesome to see this type of success for someone so young and in Australia. I was the guy who went down the 6 figure salary pathway! Now I feel more interest in looking at e-commerce type things and creating my own financial Independence.
Sometimes I feel this country doesn’t really encourage innovation or entrepreneurship.
From something so simple and all the ideas and training you acquired. Very happy for you mate, you’ve inspired me, at 37 to keep looking into things like this. ❤
Yeah you should, there are several opportunities out there to make this a possibility for anyone...
Please don't clutter the market with yet another e-commerce store selling rebranded products.
@@DanDascalescu-dandv the only thing that’s cluttered is your mum.
I want to start investing but need guidance. Any advice or recommendations for assistance?
It's wise to seek professional guidance when building a strong financial portfolio due to its complexity.
Talking to an expert like Michelle Brown to reshape your portfolio is a smart move
I totally agree! Her transparency is something I really admir. She's open and honest about everything.
Look into dividend focused ETFs
Certainly! I diversified my $30,000 portfolio across different markets.
You didn't just talk about the successes. Nor did you gloss over the failures. Rather you showed us that failures are a completely normal part of life and learning. Failures just tell us that something is not working and that we need to change direction on our quest for success. Thank you for reminding us, Davie.
Absolutely correct :)
Thanks for the video Davie. You are a great example of how small things make great things. I am working on my manufacturing business and just got a meeting with Walmart.
Never thought I would be in that sort of position. Thank you!!
Good onya man. We can be so damaged from things that were said to us by teachers and parents alike, when we are too little to fight back.
Its like slinging mud at a white wall-the stain can be very hard to remove.
It happened to me too. I was told endlessly that I was "too smart for my own good". What the hell does that even mean???
I have an IQ of around 140. I'm a cash poor/time rich type, and very happy to be just that. I live in an old Toyota Coaster tour bus.
I've played guitar for 48 years, written 2 books on how to beat the odds at roulette (after 20 years of research), 9 books worth of fiction trilogies etc etc. (Sorry to bore you).
I'm just about to buy a new M3 Mac (at the age of 64) and get the whole lot out there on youtube. Its gonna be fun!
Cheers to your success!!
Thank you for sharing your story! It’s incredible how we can turn past challenges into strengths. The things people say when we’re young can leave marks, but it sounds like you’ve channeled those experiences into amazing achievements.
The idea of a new M3 Mac and a fresh RUclips adventure at 64 is fantastic-proof that passion and curiosity don’t age. Wishing you all the best with your new projects and continued success. Cheers to your journey and your incredible achievements! 🙌
That lesson from the old boy hit different.
It was NOT a show off, and was a pure sharing of feelings from heart that really touched me. I'm in the same spot that Davie was when he was back to zero to loose all his money for the cost of the invaluable expereince to find a winning product!
Wow! Love it! Particularly the part expressing all your past failures teaching you the skills you needed to be successful now. Amazing! Thank you for sharing your story in such a real and down to earth way.
Yes! Thank you!
I had an easy childhood, studying was a breeze for me. I aced all the classes, was all of my teachers favorite student, frequently got perfect scores, frequently came first in my class. I never stopped having girlfriends from middle school all the way through college, multiple girls would even compete trying to date me. But I struggled a lot later on in life, and am still struggling, i tend to get real down on myself, beat myself up for not living up to my potential. I think in part it has to do with the fact that because of my easy childhood and time in school, I never had to face or learn how to deal with adversity in real life. So I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s not a bad thing at all when young kids do bad in school early on, it toughens you up and you’re much more equipped to handle problems later on.
You are seriously inspiring, Davie. Thank you so much from a fellow (albeit older) Aussie trying to make it big and develop generational wealth.
If Xavier comments, you know the Creator slaps.
Wait Xavier?😂😂😂😂
What are you doing here 😂😂😂
Xavier in the building🙌
Great job! I love seeing others succeed but what I love more is when they share their stories with others so we can take those learnings and apply them. Thanks!!
there is literally no learnings to be had here. name one.
Successful investing is hard work because it means disciplining your mind to do the opposite of human nature. Buying during a panic, selling during euphoria, and holding on when you are bored and just craving a little action. Investing is 5% intellect and 95% temperament.
Since risk is at an all-time high right now, perhaps you should be a little more patient but remember the bigger the risk the bigger the results. Alternatively, you can consult a trained financial expert for strategy.
It's often true that people underestimate the importance of financial advisors until they feel the negative effects of emotional decision-making. I remember a few summers ago, after a tough divorce, when I needed a boost for my struggling business. I researched and found a licensed advisor who diligently helped grow my reserves despite inflation. Consequently, my reserves increased from $275k to around $750k.
Recently, I've been considering the possibility of speaking with consultants. I need guidance because I'm an adult, but I'm not sure if their services would be all that helpful.
She's known as 'Amber Dawn Brummit'. One of the finest portfolio managers in the field. She's widely recognized; you should take a look at her work.
Thank you! I entered her full name into my browser, and her website came out on top. I filled her form and i hope she gets back to me soon.
The lesson from your dad with the rocks in the shoes was so eye opening! We tend to carry on the failures of the past and they stop us from moving forward and progressing. Loved hearing your story and can definitely relate! You should be so proud of how far you've come Davie! 💞✨
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Davie, your part of the reason why i keep grinding and learning new skills every day, i came across your videos back when i was dropshipping but now im learning new skills and focusing on product development.
Glad to hear it! Keep working hard and learning on this path
I'm a Big Fan of you Davie!
Didn't know about your Oodie Business till this show.
In fact my kids bought me an Oodie and a Weighted Blanket last year for my Birthday. The blanket was in a package and I wondered what the heck they had packed inside.. it was so heavy.
So I opened it with much trepidation and WOW! Double WOW 😅
I enjoy the blanket ❤
And my Oodie.
So I have a bit of you Davie 😊 X 2
And I'm Thrilled.
Happy to use your products.
I never felt so overwhelmed about this young man story, I felt happy and cheerful for him, I felt as I'm in him and felt free and more happy, thank you for giving me that feeling.
Aww... this is such a great story... it shows that you're just a normal person and anybody can be successful as well. Most people give up when it gets hard, but sometimes those failures are great learning lessons. Thank you for the inspiration to have bigger dreams!
Absolutely!!
@@DavieFogarty stop replying to scammers' comments, you're giving them legitmacy.
All the people saying it's luck, don't put enough work themselves to achieve what Davie aimed for. Perfect example of what our amazing school systems taught you guys 😂 P.S. I'm on my way to my first million and I'll be back to edit this comment once I've made it 😊🎉
Looking forward to it :)
Great story. Love the lesson that your father taught you with the rocks and shoes.
It's something so simple, yet so impactful :)
This is great. Really great story. 🤔But it seems the most valuable part of it is actually completely missing. When it came down to what made him successful, he just says “ordered some stock from China“ and then he set up some social media accounts, and Bam 💥 successful. Then, when it comes to the oodie, he just “created the oodie” and bam 💥 successful. Loads of information about the times when he was unsuccessful in literally zero detail about what made him successful. People create products all the time and totally fail. I feel like this video is going to encourage people to do that. 😬😬😬
Good thing he made a follow up video that's 3 hours long that walks you through the whole process.
Agree. Adding some details on the executional aspects would be so valuable for the audience.
What made him successful is constantly looking and trying things out. He found a potential product, he did back-testing, he realized it was working, and he went all in.
Everyone knows that if you order massive ammounts of heavy blankets from China you will be successful!
I was studying email marketing when I stumbled upon your video tutorial. I was about to subscribe to you when this featured video on your channel played. I was about to give up, the path to success has been really hard for me for the past few years, and this reminded me to never give up.
Thank you for telling us your story. Just in one sentence: No Pain, No Gain.
Honestly you’re a weapon mate, it’s great to see someone who is humble become very successful, you earned it and I love it. 🤙🏾🤘🏾
I have been binging success stories for some reason. There’s always a pivotal moment when you are at your lowest where family and the people around them bring you back up.
What a wonderful story, I use weighted blankets due to sensory dispositions. I am autistic and believed I was stupid for similar reasons. I decided to learn how to become a 3d technical artist and animator from home using RUclips. Now I have found myself about to launch a product animation studio in April, it's been a long journey of study such as fine art, 3d pipelines, photography, business and web design, and it seems to be all coming together. I am really looking forward to going from zero to the sky and be in a position to help others achieve their dream. Thanks for sharing your story Davie, it really is inspirational friend.
You're already on your way to success and excited to hear the great things coming from you!
Through the screen I can see how humble, sincere and kind person you are. I’m so happy for you success. I wish you had a video to teach others to be successful.
Hey, I want to start investing but don't know where to begin. Any advice or contacts for help?
It's wise to seek professional guidance when building a strong financial portfolio due to its complexity.
Talking to an expert like Michelle Brown to reshape your portfolio is a smart move.
Certainly! I diversified my $20,000 portfolio across different markets
I made a net profit of around $97k by investing in high dividend yield stocks, ETFs, and equity
The reality is that you cannot do it without a tried and true trader like Mechelle
What an inspirational story Davie ♥ You totally deserved it.
Here before this inevitably gets a lot of traction. Mate, you didn't shy away from sharing your failures, you're humble through it all, and you got a good heart. Loved the ending sign off, keep your head up and keep on being who you are, if not better now that you're more well off financially
I appreciate that!
They weren't failures. Everything you went through were stepping stones to what you were looking for. When you learn from them, they aren't mistakes or failures. If you were my son, I'd be so proud of you for getting back up.
"These mistakes, if you carry them with you, they're just going to hurt you. You just have to leave them behind and learn from them."
My experience has shown me that other people will hang their hats on your mistake and expect you to be anchored to the ground with them forever.
I have to move on.
I really love your story. You are such a great story teller and deserve this success. Enjoy it and thank you for the motivation.
This got me emotional. As someone who has failed in food business before and now trying to navigate the next journey, what you did not cover is the many insecurities that you must have felt between each failed business project and being able to fight through that and still win...super happy for man!!!
Oodie is the most Australian name i have ever heard.