Ultimately, the entrepreneur who starts with nothing has to be better in one or way or another. At its core, business is competitive. That means that whatever market you enter, you need to solve a pro
Most entrepreneurs start solo. When you start a business, you’re wearing multiple hats and playing various roles to stay afloat. That is normal. But because you’re starting with little to no resources
A recurring theme throughout the book is the need for authenticity. Creative entrepreneurs know how to set themselves apart so that the lack of capital isn’t their downfall. The power of broke allows
Of course, there are some very real barriers to entry for entrepreneurs all over the world. Starting with limited resources can feel like you’re at a disadvantage. With the entire premise of this book
It seems a little cliche, but one of the greatest lessons in The Power of Broke is to never give up. Perseverance and relentlessness are some of the things that broke entrepreneurs absolutely can’t do
Sometimes, things don’t unfold the way you think they will. Part of the power of broke is that it allows you to see opportunities where you wouldn’t if you had all the funds you need. Next to resource
Using Steve Aoki’s come-up as a backdrop, Daymond John illustrates the power and necessity of resourcefulness. Steve Aoki started a record label at the age of 19, with some friends who chipped in $400
It can be easy to assume that Daymond John glamorizes unnecessary struggle. This couldn’t be further from the truth. The author himself admits that entrepreneurs don’t have to struggle to succeed. You
Hustling is one of the central themes of The Power of Broke. With the author having worked his way up from the bottom, it is only fair that he emphasizes the value of hustling against all odds. For hi
The author aptly begins this book by dismantling the prioritization of money when it comes to starting a business. The culture of entrepreneurship leads many beginners to believe that without a signif