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From Military to Millionaire by 36: Stop Screwing Yourself | Dennis McCurdy
Description
Dennis McCurdy is a financial advisor, entrepreneur, Air Force Security Forces veteran, and author who knows what it means to start from the bottom and build a remarkable life. From working at just 12 years old and struggling through school to becoming a millionaire by the age of 36, he has built businesses, invested in real estate, and helped countless people overcome procrastination, self-doubt, and the habits that keep them stuck.
His latest book, Suck It Up, Cupcake: Stop Screwing Yourself and Get the Life You Want, combines humor with practical advice on creating the life you truly want.
In this no-nonsense conversation, Dennis shares:
• Life after the military and not knowing what to do next
• Discovering you can just start a business
• Failing in real estate and learning to “fail forward”
• Why most people get stuck in endless planning
• The “ready, fire, aim” mindset
• Why we are usually our own biggest obstacle
If you’re in your 20s tired of overthinking and ready to take real action, this episode delivers straightforward motivation and practical wisdom.
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Connect with Debbis McCurdy
Website:https://dennismccurdy.com/
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-mccurdy-cfp-465a1bb/
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Chapters
0:00 - Intro & Welcome Dennis McCurdy
1:40 - Life in His 20s After the Military
8:15 - Discovering You Can Just Start a Business
15:30 - Failing in Real Estate & Failing Forward
23:10 - Building Multiple Businesses
31:45 - Ready, Fire, Aim: Why Planning Isn’t Enough
40:20 - Why We Are Our Own Biggest Obstacle
48:50 - The Message Behind “Suck It Up, Cupcake”
57:15 - Final Advice on Taking Action