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The Power of “No”: From Nothing to Serial Entrepreneur
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Pat sits down with serial entrepreneur Sean Frost to trace his journey from public housing and the rap game, through healthcare and general contracting, to building thriving ventures in real estate, custom home building, and music production. Along the way, Sean reveals how authenticity—wearing every hat at once—combined with the power of saying “no” and embracing vulnerability, became the pillars of his resilience and success.
What You’ll Learn:
- How Sean’s roots in public housing and early music career instilled grit, empathy, and an unwavering work ethic
- Why learning to say “no” became his greatest superpower—and how it fuels focus, presence, and growth
- The role of vulnerability in building trust: why being real is the fastest path to connection
- How Sean navigated anxiety, guilt and depression —walking away from a draining business and an unfulfilling job, and rebuilding from scratch
- The mindset shifts that turn hardship into opportunity, and discomfort into a catalyst for growth
- Practical strategies for cultivating presence, setting boundaries, and leading with heart
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Chapters
1. Hook & Intro (00:00:00)
2. Authenticity (00:01:32)
3. The Importance of Vulnerability in Relationships (00:10:07)
4. Gratitude and Perspective on Life's Challenges (00:12:47)
5. Influences from Upbringing and Family (00:15:57)
6. Finding Fulfillment and Career Transitions (00:18:43)
7. The Journey into Real Estate (00:21:50)
8. Building a Business from the Ground Up (00:25:03)
9. The Role of Gratitude in Success (00:27:53)
10. Navigating Life's Ups and Downs (00:31:03)
11. The Shift to Real Estate and New Opportunities (00:33:45)
12. The Journey to Life Coaching (00:41:34)
13. The Desire to Give Back (00:44:46)
14. Reflections on Upbringing and Giving (00:48:28)
15. The Role of Support Systems (00:52:34)
16. Transitioning to Adulthood (00:58:25)
17. Managing Risk (01:06:08)
18. Embracing the Journey (01:09:31)
19. What Growing Up Means to Sean (01:12:02)
20. Outro (01:14:13)
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