Show notes
In this episode of the Eternal Optimist Podcast, host Matt Drinkhahn sits down with Deven Wohlwend, a 15-year-old entrepreneur and author. Deven opens up about the obstacles he faced when starting his business at such a young age and the significance of being trustworthy and keeping your word. He shares key lessons he has learned through his experience in business and how it has shaped his education. Deven also shares his decision to purchase a used car instead of a luxury vehicle and talks about the Young Entrepreneurs Group he founded which helps educate people between the ages of 10-25 on how to invest in various assets such as real estate, gold, silver, crypto and more. Additionally, Deven reveals exciting news about a sequel to one of his books and getting his driver's permit. To wrap up the episode, Deven participates in the lightning question game where he shares his perspective on balancing life and business.Topics Covered:00:00:00 - Overcoming Challenges with the Eternal Optimist Podcast00:02:50 - The Inspiring Story of Deven: How He Adds Value to His Partners00:06:32 - Buying My First House for a Bargain Price: My Journey to Homeownership00:09:12 - The Benefits of a Pickup Truck over Luxury Cars for Your First Vehicle00:10:35 - Overcoming Challenges in Business: Deven's Story00:17:44 - Young Entrepreneurs Group Led by a 15-year-old: Learning the Ins and Outs of Investing00:18:05 - Owning 46 Units and Promoting Books: A Journey of Inspiration00:22:18 - Making the World a Better Place: Connecting with Deven Wohlwend00:23:44 - Deven's First Experience Speaking in Public00:25:21 - The Experience of Speaking to a Large Audience00:29:28 - Key Takeaways from Business Education: Trustworthiness, Follow-through, Communication, and Creativity00:31:35 - ROI: Evaluating the Financial Impact of Property Investment00:34:42 - The Power of Eternal Optimism: How to Overcome Challenges with a Positive OutlookLinks and Resources Mentioned:Deven Wohlwend LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/deven-wohlwend-626161240/Deven Wohlwend Twitter - https://twitter.com/DevenWohlwendIf I Can Do It, So Can You!
