5 BIGGEST MISTAKES I MADE MY FIRST YEAR AS AN ENTREPRENEUR
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- Опубліковано 29 вер 2024
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please do not stop doing what your doing. You have done for me what nobody else has done, given me a bit of hope. thank you.
@11:27 Don't know what you got till it's gone?
Great info Thanks Derrick I'm trying to stay positive while I struggle.
Haha thanks so much! That's exactly what I was trying to get at!
This is the most real video, straight from the heart
I'm a subscriber but just came across this video. Your genuinity is wholeheartedly appreciated. Thank you for sharing your experiences. Keep it coming!
DISCLAIMER: Please know that I don’t claim to be a seasoned, world class entrepreneur. I have not built 9 figure companies nor do I have hundreds of employees or a 10-year track record as my mentors do. I don’t claim to know everything about business, because I don’t. There’s so much more for me to learn through my journey and I am still learning every single day. I’ve taken many many risks and I’ve learned to never make the same mistake twice, and that is why I am where I am today. This video is made to serve as a learning lesson for those starting in entrepreneurship and to share the mistakes I’ve personally made along the way. Love you all, thanks always for the support!
Derrick Struggle I needed this video! Today my third product died at the stage of sampling (First 2 were victim of very high sale velocity, so couldn’t afford it and problem with bundling respectively) BUT not going to give up...I will keep going until I succeed
I love your persistence and determination. Don't give up!!
How can i see your actual sales record as an Amazon FBA seller, show me proof, is it in your course.....I've only had one other youtuber actually put up a video showing his sales, without divulging any sensitive information???? Thank you
Just want some proof....thats all I am asking for, thanks
Daniel TP, what a dick move/statement. It’s called go out and work hard for your work. Appreciate the FREE information he provides. He can lead you to the water but he cannot make you drink it. Only you can drink from the river of education.
A wise man told me
Ppl will always blow smoke.
Keep sharing the knowledge and positivity. Congrats on ur anniversary sir. Good women are difficult to come by. Peace
Chee thanks for this bro 👍🏽 everyone gonna go through this obstacles and glad you shared so everyone don’t feel left out
Absolutely agree brother!
"You don't realize what you had until it's gone."
Yes! Thank you!
love you honesty, best wishes to you and your lady.
You Don't Know What You Have Until It's Gone. Basically dont take it for granted!
Love you bro!!!! stay blessed
Much love always my brother!
Love it brotha
Great video Derrick! I’d love to see a video from you about how you grew your UA-cam so fast. I know you were active in a lot of Facebook groups before you made one, did that contribute to you? Any other tips I would appreciate it! Thanks🙏🏽
Derrick I'm half way on your course. Thanks for sharing this awesome video. Hope to meet you one day. It would be cool to do a house party at your new crib with all the fbaheroes.
You're right that would actually be a great idea! And that's awesome! Let me or the Heroes know if you need any help!! We got you!
Thank you for your videos, you are good person you keep me at the positive mood about business, sometime seems that I cannot handle any business. I hope someday, I'll buy course.
Means a lot. Always here for you!
Hi derrick im from the uk.and within 1 month of seeing your motivational videos ive set up a sellers account, a skype account, payoneer account. jungle scount set up. and my first order from alibaba is on route to a fba centre in the us. happy days just hope it all goes well.. thank you
Love you man
Thanks for sharing with us Derrick. I want to join your FB group just waiting for approval atm.
You're welcome!! I'll have you accepted tonight! Thanks for being patient!
Derrick Struggle same accept me as well. Thanks. Btw you content us mind blowing good.
Derrick I have sent a request to join your FBA heroes a week ago.
Are you doing a meet up in seattle?
I'm not 100% sure yet brother. I'll keep you posted for sure!
love these videos man, i relate with them so much. Question for you. Do you think these mistakes were necessary? Meaning, do you think you had to make them in order to learn what not to do, because even if someone told you not to celebrate too soon, that lesson wouldn't have really been taught to you UNLESS you did it and had to struggle through it. Curious what your answer will be. thanks!
Great question Mike. Honestly I think everyone goes through the experience but only affect them to a certain degree. Some worst than others. For example, celebrating too early can be something they felt as soon as they were going to buy that Gucci watch, then realized, they shouldn't spend their money on "dumb" stuff. Or some people will just spend EVERYTHING and then that's when it becomes fatal.
So to some degree yes. The journey to build a successful business is all the same. It's the same for any journey right? Losing weight, or learning to play an instrument. If anyone was successful at it, and you told them that you're struggle with XYZ, they'll tell you "dude I totally get what you mean."
Hope this helps :)
Makes perfect sense, thanks man. :)
No problem bro!
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Great stuff
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So this is my first comment and ive watched about 95% of your videos pretty much from the beginning. All I have to say is that I cant believe theres someone as genuine as you compared to the saturated UA-cam vids of used car salesman type sharks tryin to make a course and sell it online. Although you might be an affiliate marketer for virtual launch and merchant words im cool with that. Id rather go with the software you use because it will be easier to follow your techniques. Plus all the other ones ive checked out are a little more spendy. Anyways, I just wanted to say out of all the Alex Becker, Tia Lopez, Tanner J Fox videos ive chosen you as my mentor as you have inspired me through your journey that I can 100% relate too. It will be a while before I can afford your course but Im saving my pennies along with a good chunk to buy a big supply of my first product. Thanks again Derrick!!.....and keep pumpin out the awesome videos!! I cant wait to get goin!!! Have a great day Bro!!
Wow Bradley. This is honestly extremely humbling. Thank you so so much for even taking the time to write that and express your thoughts to me. It means the world. I do my best for all of you, and that means always being transparent and honest. It's just who I am. I sincerely appreciate you.
Everything Bradley👆🏽 just said and more! 👏🏽You are just too special and glad I found you! Keep inspiring us!🙏🏾
Thanks a ton Alice!
Ditto! I've only watched a couple others but somehow you just popped up one day by accident {or was it, i dont believe in accidents} and you give me hope! i choose you as my mentor also! thank you!
"You don't know what you've got until it's gone."
Dasheun P yep! Lol
That's it!! Haha thank you!
Derrick Struggle you're welcome lol
I love all of your videos but this was my favorite!!! Great and genuine advice!!!
You're so awesome thank you so much!!!
man you gonna be the next mark cuban,watch! your in the right path. cant wait till i get to a point that i can contact you and be like yo i made it derrick lets make a video together! lol good stuff chief well done
I appreciate you! Those words mean a lot thank you!
"You don't realize what you've got until it's gone"...great video. I'm really sitting on the fence of pulling the trigger on purchasing the online training course for selling on Amazon FBA. What can I expect to gain from taking a course prior to finding a product and selling? And guidance is much appreciated.
First click LIKE, then watch it. Great video man!
I have a question, if I don’t have SSN and can’t get the EIN, but my brother does have a SSN, can I use his SSN and start my Amazon FBA business? I need to know if I can and if there won’t be any trouble before I purchase the Hero’s course m. Thank you
"You don't know what your missing till it's gone" lolll. I was saying it to the screen as if you could hear me, I kept trying to help u remember. Lol!
HAHA! Omg I can only imagine how it was making other people feel haha. It totally left my head.
“A strong man builds a solid foundation out of the bricks others throw at him”
Great video Derrick. Thank you once again. Can't wait to begin the course..still saving up for the fee :-).Meanwhile, am watching all your videos. Hihi.
11:11 "You don't know what you've got 'til it's gone." :)
Thank you!!! Bothered me for a good 20 seconds haha
Hey Derrick!
Love your Content! Real Quick question, what are your thoughts on ASIN Piggy backing? Say if there was more than four sellers on a Listing with the same ASIN, would it be Smart to Piggy back off the Same ASIN and listing and compete for the Buy Box? Thank you so much!
What can i do to be able to reinvest my profit when their is always problem that keep coming up when every you try to grow your business? For example last week i did some sale on ebay but to just have my house heater went down. So now i had to use all the money that i just invested in my eBay business to fix it. I'm not giving up but i need to set-up a plan that can help me grow my business . I dropped out off nursing school last year because it was not for me and I'm now in dept, but still my passion is to build my own business. I just need to keep focus.
Love how real you are and not cocky and brag about how much money you’ve made like some of these other Amazon guys . Stay humble pinoy 👍
Means a lot seriously my bro!
I love it when successful people make "failure"/mistakes videos. It quiets that dreadful voice within that tells all of us that we are failures, not good enough, unable to succeed, etc. because everyone fails!
Hey Derrick! Thanks for the video from Saint Petersburg, Russia! Can you leave your email? I want to ask you couple of questions about you FBAHeroes course!
Thanks for all the vids. Definitely motivational. New subscriber been watching all your vids thanks for taking us through your journey. Definitely getting your course as soon as I am able to. Would like to one day have that cup of coffee with you. Keep grinding. Thanks bro.
This is my first comment on youtube ever :)) It's not my thing to leave comments, but I really felt the need to tell you this: You are one amazing guy! Congrats for everything you did, for everything you accomplish!! Keep doing great work!
This hit home, I'm a 53 year old woman that has always worked in a cube where i don't expect to ever quiet my job i have run the FEAR over and over again in my head, maybe i'm not smart enough? maybe its not for me? yep everyday! next week i plan on sending my first shipment to Amazon - and the fear is so REAL! (I must send in my shipment even if i fail at least i tried)
Hey Derrick,
I hope this reaches you. I found a product and I wanted to have your opinion about it. Its been days since I did a request on the FB group. Anyways love your content ! You truly inspire me ! so much Love from the Netherlands.
Thank you for your video Derrick. Teaches about us all to be Humble. can you do a video about buying from china? Like products take weeks or a month to make then how it Takes around 20 days to ship to the US? how does one get around that issue? I find it very frustrating Honestly.
Derek! I've found a product I'd like to sell but I've hit a little bump in the road. Is there any way I can contact you?! I need help!
hey derrick, what do you think.
- Trump's new tariffs on China effects imports from China to US ?
- Which country is best for sourcing for US eCom sellers ?
You don't know what you have until it's gone.. Cheers man. I'm twice your age and yet you are my hero in 2018.. My life is starting to change already.. Hopefully I'll be able to tell you about it someday
I am not who I think I am. I am not who you think I am. I am who I think you think I am... Distancing yourself from negative energy and embracing the positive is essential in living a happy life and establishing success.
Derrick, thanks so much for all the time and effort you put into helping us. I'm on the road to a better life and i'm never coming back! Much love
Derrick, do you know how Trump’s tariffs on Chinese goods are going to impact your profitability? How should people who are buying from Alibaba deal with this?
Derrick,iam from india and iam really inspired by u and your videos to start my business on amazon at such a young age '18'.....and this is a humble request iam really not able to afford the heroes course ...cause in india its 65 times the fee ......so would you please suggest any other possibilities.....and i wish i had taken your course
i just love it thank you! i remembering learning those same lessons but not in business...just from having a hard life but it made me strong and resilient i literally think i could handle most things, but i don't kid myself into thinking i have it all figured out thats when i fall the hardest! thank you for sharing your very brave to be that vulnerable in front of thousands of people!! your very relatable and i wish i could learn from you in person and pic your brain lol i live in northern california maybe one day when i'm on vacation in SF lol because i have extra money to take my son to the aquarium you and your beauty will be close and we can talk,,,i think your a great mentor!i can tell your an average ...you know what i mean... like when real people like me or you become successful and your just making your wayanad better yet showing the way for average people like me who cant look away now that they have found a diamond in the rough! How did i not know about this sooner...like its some hidden secret! lol but honestly i always thought business was for the people who already had money for the privileged while us poor folk just grin an bear our circumstances...i know those are just limiting beliefs my head tells me... i even have it worse from a past of drug abuse and homelessness... my brain really tells me what a loser i am...its all about how you pick yourself up off the floor! but i've bounced back and 4 yrs into sobriety i took a breather from all my hard work i feel stable and i'm ready to keep growing like you said and change my circumstances because i see itspossible i see the success i am no stranger to hard work. so im ready! yes i wish i had more money to invest in my business but ill find the money! car washes, cleaning houses, doing whatever it takes to do this! i want freedom and all those things you said but commit to never stopping and always maintaining what i created...i know how fast things can be lost ...right before your eyes! my boyfriend died of an overdose that happened in minutes...i know about loss ...im not afraid to fail but i wont try to fail either!! thank you so much! very grateful for all the great insight!
Hi Derrick,Can you do a vlog about how your manage your day between your online business,Facebook and how do you schedule your busy time?
Thanks brother !!
Hi from Australia. I have watched heaps of your vids and just wanted to thank you for what you are doing and the information and support you are giving. Amazon fba has just opened in Australia. Can you see any advantages in starting in a new market or do you see better profits in an established market like the US?
Much respect to Jessica...but I love you Derrick!!! You inspire me so much and your honesty is priceless. You are sweet to your woman and you care about your family. My best wishes to you and Jess. I will meet you both at the top very soon!
5 times thumbs up! Your humble positivity could be an example to many. Like your vids. How is the iPhone doing btw? ;)
Hi this is Karol from Costa Rica, thank you so much for your time on all those awesome videos. I have seen hundreds and yours are the best. Pura Vida and keep growing!
Show us your amazon fba account, without reveling personal information....where can we see the sales, profit margins, etc... or are you just a guy trying to get us to buy us a course????
I kow another huge mistake that you made was buying the lambo before the house. Major mistake because the lambo is the worst investment you can make.worst money pitt ever bro I know you will look back and say what was I thinking??
Hey Derrick, thanks for your honesty bro. You sound like you are very grounded. Very much appreciate you take the time to share your life experiences with total strangers. Have a great day.
Derrick can you please do a video on your late 2017/early 2018 self development books you liked . I loved your first video about about your fav books
Hi Derrick, was wondering if you have a mentor for Amazon FBA specifically. Great vid!
I'm on the verge of buying my first inventory of a product that I have been researching for the last few weeks. You are motivating me to break out of this rat race I've been stuck in at a top tier university for the last four years. Thank you for everything Derrick!
Great video Derrick, stayed humble and you always be blessed... I have a question for you can you email me if i give you my email address?
Subscribed Awesome videos Derrick. You make me strive to do better. I like your positive attitude in life
Means a ton thanks for the support!
Derrick, Do you think the tariffs we are setting on other countries will affect AMAZON FBA?
Hey derrick you have a amazon FBA course but do you have anything to help me build my clothing brand?
Derrick, you are creating free content that is positive, informative and life changing to those of us to choose to listen. Those of them who choose to hate have no reason to, they aren't paying for the content. Do not let the very sad few EVER change your positive mindset.
You are super awesome! Thank you for being so genuine...rare quality! Many blessings to you and yours...
Hi Derrick, I am big fan of you but I would like to know more about shipping, it would be great if you can do a video on shipping
Hey Derrick can you make a video tutorial about getting your products to amazon warehouse? i hear about freight forwarding, border fees and tons of stuff it would be very helpful
DERRICK, IF YOU LOVE BTS, LIKE MYSELF, YOU NEED TO WATCH GOT7 AS WELL. I LOVE THAT YOU'RE A FAN.
Keep doing what your doing for you. I love the fact the your keeping it real and living your life every quarter a mile. Much respect this is very motivational and inspirational. Derrick keep doing you and remember you 99 problem and a hater ain't one. Lol
Listened to this on the way to work this morn. I'm gonna get a lot done here, then work on my business tonight! Thanks for the motivation Derrick!
One cool dude you are Derrick. I hope to tell my success story one day. Thank for all your videos and perhaps one day we will cross path and buy you a cup of coffee.
Great video ! Being honest with yourself and sharing your journey is why I follow you in the first place.
I Love watching your Videos!!! Your Awesome and very inspiring!!!
My goal for this year is to buy your course before summer and to meet you in person because I look up to you!
I can't wait til that time comes!!
Was buying a Lamborghini a mistake for you? Is it the part of celebrating too early? :)
Im not hating on your success but you talk about handling your money right. Much respect!
Very Insightful. Thanks for sharing.
when derrick figures out his camera settings quality on point LOL! thanks for all that you do!
Haha omg I'm so glad you noticed because it was bothering me for so long!
Im a fashion/ beauty blogger and aesthetics is something I get. I still work on mines everyday! Sick camera tho. its a sony right? quality awesome!
We both have that in common! I mean.. I'm not into fashion/beauty like that but you know I gotta look good! Haha. And yes. Sony A7SII! I love it!
I was gonna ask the same thing- "Did you upgrade your camera...?"
Hey bro appreciable vid as always👍. How can I get your March...?
Hi, Derrick, I live in the middle east between Dubai and Paris, and I am starting my own sunglasses brand, did your course fit me? thanks in advance for your tips.
Great tips bro! How do we hire you as a mentor? Lol
For viral launch product discovery. Which one should i start out with pro or intermediate?
Awesome vid bro! Very genuine! Thank you for the vibes and keys!
Hi derrick. How much money did you start with when u started this FBA thing
Thanks for sharing and giving up real sincere good stuff Derrick.
Derrick you let me sit in your Lamborghini I’m the kid who rote ya a letter
You are appreciated all the way in Trinidad bro. Keep sharing.
Hey Derrick, I really love your videos man. Keep it up!
Great insight Derrick. I'll put some of your advice into practice. #HustleHard
How do u even have time to organize and fold your clothes bro
You don't realize what you have until its gone. Thats what it is lol. This honesty goes a long way in helping the up and coming entrepreneur. Much love and appreciate ya Derrick.
Haha thank you. It was bothering me for at least 20 seconds haha
Derrick Struggle lol you good. It happens. We get it. No biggie
Money rule number one house before car especially before a lambo!
Is that struggle apparel ? Kind of looks like gym shark? Sweet vid! Hero’s club here
It's GymShark that I'm wearing!
Other time the lambo will loose its excitement as do most things.
great video,keep uploading this kind of stuff
Morning ritual video ASAP please ❤️
I'm on it!!!