How I Made My First Million Dollars Part 2 | Ask Mr. Wonderful Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary

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  • Most of my fans know the story of how I sold a software company I made in my mother's basement for $4.2 billion, but there's a LOT more to the story than that. What did I do differently than everyone else trying to do the make millions? What made my company better than others? And how can YOU do the same thing?
    This is Ask Mr. Wonderful - where you ask YOUR business questions, and I answer them.
    Contact channel manager: krudyk@olearyventures.com for partnerships.

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  • @JanetMorgan3
    @JanetMorgan3 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +242

    Building wealth involves developing good habits like regularly putting money away in intervals for solid investments. Instead of trying to predict and prognosticate the stability of the market and precisely when the change is going to happen, a better strategy is simply having a portfolio that’s well prepared for any eventually, that’s how some folks' been averaging 150K every 7week these past 4months according to Bloomberg

    • @LeonWilk2
      @LeonWilk2 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      That’s crazy, I’m just doing everything wrong with my portfolio.

    • @AvaAdams-ly7vu
      @AvaAdams-ly7vu 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      very true, I started investing before the pandemic and that same year I pulled a profit of about $600k with no prior investing experience, basically all I was doing was seeking guidance to make a from a financial-advisorr, you can be passively involved with the aid of a professional.

    • @AlinaWinkler233
      @AlinaWinkler233 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Same here, 75% of my portfolio is in the red and I really don’t know how long I can stomach the losses. I’m beginning to reach a breaking point

    • @LeonWilk2
      @LeonWilk2 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      wow ,that’s stirring! Do you mind connecting me to your advisor please. I desperately need one to diversified my portfolio

    • @AvaAdams-ly7vu
      @AvaAdams-ly7vu 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      The adviser I'm in touch with is *Jude Ryan Mcdonough* He works with Merrill, Pierce, Smith incorporated and interviewed on CNBC Television. You can use something else, for me his strategy works hence my result. He provides entry and exit point for the securities I focus on.

  • @allaboutthatbass2619
    @allaboutthatbass2619 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    I didn’t realize how real this dude is, he owns who he is.

  • @brianpeterson3752
    @brianpeterson3752 4 ปีที่แล้ว +683

    I can’t stand most of the millionaires talking out on TH-cam but MAN I love this guy. One of the most amazing storytellers I’ve ever heard. I bet he could sell anything.

    • @applebutter4036
      @applebutter4036 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Agreed. This guy's a cut above and it's fascinating hearing his stories.

    • @lenapetrova
      @lenapetrova 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Agreed!!! 💙

    • @haithamalmuzayan3050
      @haithamalmuzayan3050 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Brian Peterson totally agree with you 🔥

    • @amitakabari2281
      @amitakabari2281 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He is

    • @spendingtimetogether8428
      @spendingtimetogether8428 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      What a gift of the gab and such inspirational stories. Nice to know the kinder side of Kevin.

  • @xavierw.richardson2380
    @xavierw.richardson2380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    The background music just adds to the ingenuity of this segment! This is business school in 27 minutes.

  • @amgengroup5352
    @amgengroup5352 2 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    I’m making my first million from stock this week as a beginner, this makes me happy not only for the spare cash in my pocket but the time I have for me and my family

    • @carendemoya5429
      @carendemoya5429 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Amgen you're lucky ,,,at least you have time for your kids and also financially free

    • @aaravsamardh7089
      @aaravsamardh7089 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm new to the stock world, I have good funds to double, do you do this yourself ?

    • @amgengroup5352
      @amgengroup5352 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@aaravsamardh7089 No, I work with a Pro Monroe Horcel look him up on web to connect with him.

    • @aaravsamardh7089
      @aaravsamardh7089 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@amgengroup5352 Thank you, I can see his profile on web, Impressive resume, I'll share my thought with him immediately

    • @aarushisanah5811
      @aarushisanah5811 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I live in CA, he trades my stock and I recommend him

  • @lylan8737
    @lylan8737 4 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    He is the only billionaire i am a big fan of. He doesn't look, tired, exhausted and stressed and worn out. He seems relaxed, happy and satisfied with his life. Thats important. Some millionaires and billionaires look like hell ti4ed and wornout. That makes me feel like it’s not worth it. But Mr wonderful is super clam and confident and happy rich man. That’s what I wish to be

    • @tintocherian7715
      @tintocherian7715 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      He's not a billionaire...he netted around $8 million from his $4 billion dollar sale...he later invested in other businesses, started an investment fund, got into entertainment, invested in more companies via sharktank, and started building his own brand and created products like o'Leary wines...he is wealthy but nowhere near a billionaire..

    • @lylan8737
      @lylan8737 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@tintocherian7715 doesn't matter looks like he lived a well worth it life than most of billionaires. U can se3 it in his calm confident and stressed free posture.

    • @screwthenet
      @screwthenet 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The man has had nutritionists and life style assistants to help him manage his scedule so he not only doesnt burn out most of the time but gets plenty of rest when he needs. I am sure hes got a handle on things now easily, but the man has clearly worked himself into his age, as not only evidenced by the bags under his eyes, which though seemingly benign now, have been weighty i nthe past. Plus much of the body can be healed with good creams and healthy nutrition and rest, but his hair loss being partly genetic is also a result of stress. MEn go through a lot and in certain families and bloodlines, theres a predisposition for male pattern baldness that is indicative of over action, some perilous stressful life events, or something perhaps even diminishing in something overdone or under done. Maybe bad diet, or like of diet and survival against insurmontable odds. Because many types and races of men dont go bald, not completely as Mr Wonderful is. He comes from one or two specific human groups. Still, 99% of men when they enter middle age or pass it by their mid 40s have some amount of hair loss regardless of place of birth. Trust me, I hvae seen pictures and heard accaounts from O leary and others, and he has at times certainly worked himself to exhaustion, often passing out or sleeping at a desk or work table when he was younger. Just saying, sorry for trailing off. PE@CE ^~^

    • @HeroHondenbrok010
      @HeroHondenbrok010 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Tinto Cherian He has a net worth of around 400mil

  • @tim4505
    @tim4505 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Guys, we just watched this for free. Can you believe it?
    I'm impressed with how Kevin didn't let Melissa's boldness poke his ego and then ignore her question. Instead answered and he blew it out of the water. Mr. Wonderful, you are a Legend!

  • @honestnerd
    @honestnerd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +371

    You learn more by watching one of Mr. Wonderful's videos than a year in college.

    • @kevinoleary
      @kevinoleary  4 ปีที่แล้ว +205

      It's all about the daily education, baby!

    • @cuauhtemocmorisco3493
      @cuauhtemocmorisco3493 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Facts👍👍👍

    • @easyanalytics2107
      @easyanalytics2107 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Couldn't agree more

    • @tamib64
      @tamib64 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@kevinoleary The Learning Company has roots in my sons who are now a Physics PhD and MSE Phd. Thanks!

    • @soany9
      @soany9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kevinoleary Thanks, for all you Knowledge 🙏

  • @cookingthebooks901
    @cookingthebooks901 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Great lesson here. Either own 90% of the market and sell at a lower cost or own 10% of the market and sell expensive products that only specific people can buy. Your choice!

  • @extracurricular1
    @extracurricular1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Jeez what a great episode. Imagine some of the other great stories and lessons Mr Wonderful would have up his sleeves.

    • @user-bumblinman
      @user-bumblinman 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lee Vo - Trader & Investor like who was really driving the boat

    • @landonwade5951
      @landonwade5951 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      so happy ive found this !

  • @britainreynolds7365
    @britainreynolds7365 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was on a run today and was listening to your Notre Dame speech when I got this notification. Listened to the whole thing and it was excellent. One of the best episodes you've ever done. Great story and lessons!

  • @johnpurdy8472
    @johnpurdy8472 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I really like the format of your TH-cam content. Very nicely thought out and executed. Pre-vetting the questions keeps it very tight and quality while at the same time connecting with the audience.

  • @hustlersetups1021
    @hustlersetups1021 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Mr Wonderful always having little nuggets of stories. Totally love em!

  • @Houthiandtheblowfish
    @Houthiandtheblowfish 4 ปีที่แล้ว +295

    This episode was far better and useful

    • @kevinoleary
      @kevinoleary  4 ปีที่แล้ว +123

      Glad to hear you loved it, one of my favorites!

    • @danlc95
      @danlc95 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      The last one, where he talked about the ice cream shop hit home hard.

    • @md.manzeralam6508
      @md.manzeralam6508 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I wonder why there are no movie or documentary on this

    • @elmehdichemaa7636
      @elmehdichemaa7636 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@md.manzeralam6508 I really thought about it too, this episode brought the drama of Mr. Wonderful's journey, love it!

    • @pasisillanpaa2928
      @pasisillanpaa2928 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@kevinoleary needs to get on Joe Rogan. 😎

  • @FusionHowie
    @FusionHowie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love Love Love this guy! I am a REALTOR absorbing every crumb this genius gives us ! Cant wait for his new show ! Peace from Detroit MI.

  • @TheBigBazzy
    @TheBigBazzy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow Mr. Wonderfuls videos are outstanding! No fancy jazzed up nonsense, just real authentic content. Very inspirational.

  • @XRXONE
    @XRXONE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This was the best Mr.Wonderful episode imo

  • @nickydee3088
    @nickydee3088 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is a golden nugget in the vast array of TH-cam videos. Much appreciated!

  • @TaylorScott216
    @TaylorScott216 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your youtube channel is going to absolutely blow up, I'm surprised it hasn't yet. I've watched you go from starting out and figuring out TH-cam to creating truly A+ videos like this. Everything you do is inspirational and great.

  • @sophianajjar7723
    @sophianajjar7723 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been watching this channel for the past year, it wasn’t until this video, that I actually subscribed. Such a great episode!

  • @child_of_God0921
    @child_of_God0921 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow...I feel like I'm watching a behind-the-scenes episode of my own life. I specifically remember as a child my parents buying the first family computer, a compaq, at Sam's Club along with a suite of Learning Company products; I grew up on Carmen Sandiego, Reader Rabbit, and all the other major LC products.

  • @lenapetrova
    @lenapetrova 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love the episode! The information you shared is really useful! 💙💙

  • @ametz7590
    @ametz7590 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mr O'Leary,
    I have watched nearly all of your videos and follow several other successful entrepreneurs that are generous enough to share their experience on TH-cam (thanks so much for that). But I have to say, the story you shared in this video, is one of my favorite videos to date.
    Since I would love to see more of these longer videos in which you take us on a journey, I figured I would share the top three reasons why I think it was so good with the hopes you will upload several similar ones in the future.
    1. The way you tell the story, the pictures, the passion, the tone, it's like I am in the Cat food factory or at the table when you need to make a decision at Walmart... Feeling like I am there makes me feel like I actually experienced those moments which makes me certain that I won't forget
    2. Life experiences that some or most of us won't learn in our own careers and are extremely valuable, which motivates me to share mine as soon as I have some worth sharing....
    3. A live example of how the two flavor method is valuable in two completely different markets, which got me thinking about derived versions that are active in today's markets (like how fast food places offer small, medium and Large)
    I hope that this comment will result in more videos like this or at least, that my feedback has been of some value to you or other viewers that share the same opinion.
    Thanks a lot and much respect from a young Entrepreneur
    Alex

  • @FlightmikeVideos
    @FlightmikeVideos 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was in sales business for some years and I can continue listening to you for hours and hours...... so interesting stuff!

  • @user-iw1zl7jh6k
    @user-iw1zl7jh6k 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thank you Melissa and Johnny for asking those questions, and of course, thank you Mr. Wonderful for answering them in such a clear and profound way.

  • @britney_david
    @britney_david ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Can you make a video explaining how beginners can make huge profits within a short period of time? I mean I was at a seminar and the host spoke about making well over $880,000 within 4 months of investing $150,000 I just need to know how

    • @lawrencepeter4390
      @lawrencepeter4390 ปีที่แล้ว

      I recently started my trading with Mrs Annabelle Hartfield, and I'm already marveling over the profits she made for me, assuming I met her on time I would've been a millionaire by now

    • @salmakenzie6870
      @salmakenzie6870 ปีที่แล้ว

      @miles walker Please I'm new to all this, how can I get to her also? I need her help!!!

    • @salmakenzie6870
      @salmakenzie6870 ปีที่แล้ว

      @miles walkerOK thanks, I will definitely do that.

    • @Jeffrey_Ambrose
      @Jeffrey_Ambrose ปีที่แล้ว

      it's great to see others who also benefits from the service of mrs Annabelle I’m currently on my 5th trade with her and it's a nice experience working with her👍

  • @shivangagrawal933
    @shivangagrawal933 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the way you named the company Learning company. It’s so clear and crisp ,the idea about the products the company will be offering. Plus it’s got that tech feeling.

  • @treeseneese8655
    @treeseneese8655 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the way he takes the time to answer a question without an attitude that people are less than him. He treats people with respect. A lot of millionaires lack that quality.

  • @gigifigi120
    @gigifigi120 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I just adore those winning business stories, particulary staring from easy stuff like...Fluffy ahahahahah. Genious. You are the man Kavin

  • @mr.o8539
    @mr.o8539 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You are a great man Mr. O’Leary. Thank you for helping us, the new generation of investors who are knee deep in it right now.

  • @ianbrewster8934
    @ianbrewster8934 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No one tells a story like you sir. I read this story in your book but it's so awesome to hear you tell it. Thanks again for going out of your way to help and listen to aspiring entrepreneurs.

  • @heidifritz3053
    @heidifritz3053 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved the story about the cat food pivot! But that wedding brought tears to my eyes. What a blessing it must have been to be the officiant. Well done!

  • @albertoreyes4114
    @albertoreyes4114 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    We are getting this wisdom for free, all it cost is our time. No way did i think i'd see Mr.Wondeful give out wise advice, he's fierce on TV.

  • @michaelpescatore4354
    @michaelpescatore4354 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    the best part about your channel is you don't have ads every 5 seconds because your a billionaire...love the content!!

  • @missoap
    @missoap 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best Episode hands down! Can we have more of these stories please? I felt like I lived it and just felt motivated and excited!! We need these sometimes especially during down times trying to build a business!! Keep it going Mr. Wonderful!!!

  • @got2bjill541
    @got2bjill541 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally!! You fed us meat and potatoes information. This is the nitty gritty informative stuff we’re looking for! I truly felt like I was learning from your experiences. PLEASE upload more of this type of content! Always a fan of yours Mr. Wonderful💖

  • @OvidianHEX_
    @OvidianHEX_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This is probably one of the best in depth success stories I have ever seen. I have a new idea for an app and im ready to execute.

    • @AxanLderE
      @AxanLderE 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck!

    • @Pharoah2
      @Pharoah2 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The app market is extremely tough to crack nowadays. Look at how many apps are actually downloaded that aren’t in the top 10. But goodluck bruh

  • @kenirenta8568
    @kenirenta8568 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I’ve never been able to identify with you until now. Today I decided to broaden my learning sources and I’m blown away by your video. The analogy, concept, execution and explanation in this video hit me remarkably. Thank you so much! I have to say this video allows you to be so much more relatable and personable. I will be diving in to more of your content to learn and grow🙏🏽

  • @Teresapicciano
    @Teresapicciano 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your story is a ‘Pivot’ to every person who is fortunate enough to have viewed this video which in my eyes is worth ‘Gold’.....Today, I was actually thinking on ways I can create and innovative as an actor due to the pandemic. Nothing is ever easy but it’s through risks that we push forward. This is when I realized that we must continue to push forward when all is well not when all falls. The odds of falling when you keep pushing forward are quite slim. It’s so simple but yet I drowned through the noise that I let in through my ego. Your message is my pivoting moment. Thank You Mr Wonderful.

  • @David-ug3jy
    @David-ug3jy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love the raw and real emotion that came out toward the end, Mr. Wonderful! Success in business is very personal and can be very emotional. You helped millions of people with your different software, to say nothing of your many other business ventures. Love this episode! Keep them coming!

  • @TheSuperStarCarWash
    @TheSuperStarCarWash 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Great content Kevin. Thank God for Fluffy, the Engine and Pivot!

  • @CTMotivational
    @CTMotivational 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    wow, that was a really amazing episode mr. wonderful, great sharings and learning!

  • @endalongrahn7990
    @endalongrahn7990 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this guy. I just found this channel a few days ago and I cannot stop watching his videos. Good job sir and I hope I can follow in your footsteps even if I am already 36.

  • @meetryancahill1904
    @meetryancahill1904 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a funny story!!! I was cracking up about the fluffy part.

  • @FNSCARL2
    @FNSCARL2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is so entertaining but at the same time I've learned so much. Thank you Kevin!

  • @NamanArya
    @NamanArya 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    What an absolute pleasure to access such stories for free from one of the best minds out there! This one has to be perhaps the best episode ever!

  • @jackominty3633
    @jackominty3633 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That story was very well told, and full of very interesting points. Thank you, I enjoyed that - and gained some valuable insights from it.

  • @SufixJami
    @SufixJami 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the best episodes Mr Wonderful, thank you for all this insight, will be writing you a question to you soon!

  • @stanleyfujiwara1394
    @stanleyfujiwara1394 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Impressive, I realized that the secret to making a million is saving for a better investment.. I always tell myself you don’t need that new Aston Martin or that vacation in Hawaii just yet and that mindset helps me make more money investing. For example last year I invested 100grand in the S&P 500 (with the help of my advisor of course) and made 350k, but guess what? I put it back and traded with her again and now I’m rounding up close to a million. Hoping to get to 2 In 6 months time

    • @robinsonbaker1963
      @robinsonbaker1963 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wow, great work. I hear it’s best to buy when stocks are on a decline, if that’s true how do financial advisors know the right stock to pick?

    • @stanleyfujiwara1394
      @stanleyfujiwara1394 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@robinsonbaker1963 I’m no expert but I know the market can be volatile so what they do is they have strategies in place that help them predict the market to their advantage. it’s crazy

    • @taylorgreen5908
      @taylorgreen5908 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@stanleyfujiwara1394please this all sounds new to me do you by any chance do referrals on your advisor? and if you do I would like to know more about her

    • @stanleyfujiwara1394
      @stanleyfujiwara1394 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@taylorgreen5908 Certainly I do but I can’t just leave her info here, just google her yourself, her full name is Lucy Maria Koss, she has a website and everything so you can reach her from there

    • @speisequark2
      @speisequark2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      SCAMMERS

  • @Filaxsan
    @Filaxsan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It got me hooked from beginning to end. You really are, again, wonderful Mr. Wonderful! Much respect! 😁✌️

  • @danielchao8484
    @danielchao8484 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Mr. Wonderful,
    I am a high school Professional Communications and Business Information Management Teacher.
    I have recently stumbled upon your channel as I was trying to find inspirations for my class material.
    What you said about different base engines clicked with me at a level that is difficult to describe with words. ( am so excited that I actually paused the video halfway through to type this) When broken down like this it becomes so simple, yet is able to make a lasting impact.
    I thank you for your inspiration and look forward to gaining even more knowledge from your channel.
    -Mr. Chao

  • @Mindforprogress
    @Mindforprogress 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dear mr. Wonderful, I did not think that my respect for you as a person and as an entrepreneur could go any higher...but it just did. What a story. Much love and respect from the Netherlands.

  • @xmmtubemmx
    @xmmtubemmx 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The pivot is perhaps the second most important business lesson behind buy low and sell high. Mr. Wonderful just gave everyone a very valuable lesson.

  • @canadude6401
    @canadude6401 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Loved this episode.....always good to hear real stories from the trenches. Unlike so many people online, it felt like I was sitting across the desk from you! Thanks Kevin. It obvious you are really enjoying being at the top of Maslow's Hierarchy of needs....(Self-Actualization) You are a good man and mentor to us all.

  • @MARCOBOSS123
    @MARCOBOSS123 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude, you probably will never hear and read this but, i really love your work and how your approach and talk to people. a true gentleman. hugs from Portugal.

  • @trystanbriones459
    @trystanbriones459 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is definitely the best episode of your channel so far!

  • @modernpicasso_
    @modernpicasso_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    When Melissa asked that question I immediately thought of the word 'pivot' and then Kevin starts talking about it lol...great video!

  • @guysplace5385
    @guysplace5385 4 ปีที่แล้ว +142

    Wow... a Michael Jackson album delayed due to lack of CD printers... that's some Rockefeller tactics right there!

    • @jaketyler7088
      @jaketyler7088 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Can someone clarify how his Walmart deal in the '90s delayed the release of a 1987 album. Kevin said the QVC deal was in 1995 (which is consistent with his autobiography book) and Walmart happened subsequently. The timeline is off by at least eight years.

    • @guysplace5385
      @guysplace5385 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@jaketyler7088 Maybe he mixed it up with Blood on the Dance Floor. Weird, since he's a music guy, and would usually be accurate about this stuff.

  • @johnniemoore4274
    @johnniemoore4274 ปีที่แล้ว

    TERRIFFIC, KEVIN, That was THE BEST I EVER HEARD ABOUT BUSINESS IN MY LIFE. NO JOKING AROUND, AT ALL. THAT WAS REALLY SMART OF YOU AND YOUR TEAM !!!

  • @Yasaviolinist
    @Yasaviolinist 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your sense of humour resonates with me BIG TIME! I was initially put off by the whole bad boy appearance but OH MY do I find myself fascinated with you now... More stories to come please!

  • @jldphotography1
    @jldphotography1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for the response! I really appreciate it! This was a great episode

  • @patrickgarrity5529
    @patrickgarrity5529 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing, I can listen to these stories all day

  • @DaltonGrados
    @DaltonGrados 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love hearing the story behind the success! Mr. Wonderful you are an inspiration!

  • @KLXz17
    @KLXz17 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Incredible story Kevin! Loved the video keep them coming up :)

  • @subijoyacharya3189
    @subijoyacharya3189 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was so thrilling to hear the story. Thank you.

  • @almaalma3871
    @almaalma3871 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Fluffy 😂😂😂🤦🏻‍♀️ I can listen to Mr. Wonderful stories all day.

    • @kevinoleary
      @kevinoleary  4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Tell your friends!

    • @guitarriffslibrary
      @guitarriffslibrary 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      HELLO MR. WONDERUL,@@kevinoleary
      Im a GUITAR PLAYER like you and started an online business on selling Guitar and Keyboard Bags and would like to push for selling "generic" guitars and other music instruments i sourced from China and would like to create a brand of my own. What is your take on this? is competing with major brands at this period with a lots of knock-offs ideal??
      Also, how much time to spend do you recommend in hobbies like playing guitars while pursuing my goal like in business? is a hobby an interruption?

    • @almaalma3871
      @almaalma3871 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kevin O'Leary I do ❤️

  • @leewhite-graham753
    @leewhite-graham753 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a great story! Thank you for sharing that. I loved the Learning Company Sofware. I was a computer literacy teacher with a small daughter. I taught her and dozens of others how to use the computer with it. 💿

  • @johndelacruz2108
    @johndelacruz2108 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What an amazing storyteller, loved every second of this video!

  • @TravisGarnett
    @TravisGarnett 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    0:53 - What was the biggest factor, in helping you achieve success?
    1:43 - What did you do differently from other software companies, at the time? (OP - Mr. #ForUsByU's newest book, #POWERSHIFT, maybe helpful?)
    Thank-you, #MrWonderful, for the #ColdHardTruth-s (especially the feedback @26:20)!!

  • @FrankRGreen-wq7vo
    @FrankRGreen-wq7vo ปีที่แล้ว +10

    When it comes to investing, we want our
    money to grow with the highest rates of
    return, and the lowest risk possible. Whilethere are no shortcuts to getting rich, but there are smart ways to go about it.

    • @annacriuse9495
      @annacriuse9495 ปีที่แล้ว

      The thing about been successful is
      working toward it and not going the
      other way round..

    • @ericj.russell1232
      @ericj.russell1232 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are right. Been thinking of going
      into gold and cryptocurrency...

    • @MelissaEHill-un7sc
      @MelissaEHill-un7sc ปีที่แล้ว

      I totally agree with gou it
      has been an eye-opening experiencc
      for a lot of people

    • @virginiak.simmons2850
      @virginiak.simmons2850 ปีที่แล้ว

      Talking about been successful. I know |
      am blessed if not I wouldn't have met
      someone is as spectacular as Dailey carinn Stephanie

    • @edwardi.gonzales8743
      @edwardi.gonzales8743 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes I'm a living testimony of Dailey carinn Stephanie, her platform has also done a
      great thing for me

  • @michaelmcneil3785
    @michaelmcneil3785 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for taking the time to share, Kevin. There are a lot of great nuggets in there.

  • @TonyManso
    @TonyManso 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are an amazing storyteller! Thank you for sharing. And thank you, Johnny and Melissa, for inspiring Kevin to tell his story in such detail!

  • @kellydoesstuff1925
    @kellydoesstuff1925 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This was a VERY good episode. Now days the pivot means changing the products and completely shifting what a company is doing. Silicon valley is somewhat notorious for this. You were talking about a pivot in process and product creation. That drove productions costs down and let you use that capital for other things. There are 2 other lessons in there... margin vs volume. Also financing and using stock price increases to leverage buying out competitors. That could be an entire series of videos and classes. It is probably the single biggest determination of who survives industry consolidation. Very good and interesting.

    • @overfloweasy13
      @overfloweasy13 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mr Wonderful’s song open.spotify.com/track/2T3lsaupPAtU8Z6MVZdK20?si=ZoZ90MrrSAmG9QvPKdJZyQ

  • @hit-the-webmarketing657
    @hit-the-webmarketing657 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, Kevin. I was "scared" of you on Shark Tank but I'm really liking your approach on your videos helping people build businesses. How you actually made your millions. I'm fed up listening to people brag and not help. You're pretty cool.

  • @GroomerGuy
    @GroomerGuy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Theses videos are so good, since covid we get to see the other side of you, I have even more respect of you now. Good job, thanks for sharing with us.

  • @BadBrad119
    @BadBrad119 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    very wise... I pivoted when I was 22 by dropping out of university as a "failure". Best decision I ever made because it was my decision. My failure to fix and improve on. For that I think I already had my mid-life crisis and will have a strong grasp on life from now on

  • @ezecreative
    @ezecreative 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That ending was super cute.. congrats to the couple!

  • @mastodonxrp5314
    @mastodonxrp5314 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    "Two engines" and "arrows in your quiver" are ideas I won't forget. Thank you.

  • @NickiDivine69
    @NickiDivine69 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your stories are definitely inspiring! Now I see why you are Mr. Wonderful!

  • @checkyz1321
    @checkyz1321 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This is the gold that is ALWAYS left out... The real story behind the success..Thank you for sharing this!

  • @joeyduren5077
    @joeyduren5077 4 ปีที่แล้ว +267

    “Fluffy being the cat” thanks for clarifying 😂

    • @danieldavila4999
      @danieldavila4999 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Could be fluffy the comedian, you never know. 👀😂

    • @rossi2225
      @rossi2225 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Nice video that reminds me of a year when I was so broke that I could barely pay my bills. I remember the most important step in my life when I invested my last income with an experienced Forex trader who was recommended to me by a friend. It may seem a bit, but it took courage to know that investing was the right thing to do at the time. Today my small investment of just $ 300 generated over $ 150,000,After I kept Investing and reinvesting. To be successful, you must take a big step. It all starts here. Forex is also a good investment.

    • @frantz4752
      @frantz4752 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had a similar experience to yours. My investment in forex trading saved me from financial burdens after losing my job. Forex trading is very profitable when you have a good Forex trader.

    • @klaus1618
      @klaus1618 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rossi2225 True Though.Forex trading is very profitable. When you have a professional forex trader who is good at what he does, your profits can increase by more than 100%. My investment in the forex market earned me the home of my dreams.

    • @hans1487
      @hans1487 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rossi2225 True! Investing in Forex is very profitable. Last year I made over $ 45,000 of my long-term investment in Forex Trading.

  • @raymondboyd3731
    @raymondboyd3731 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was INCREDIBLY Helpful! Thank You.

  • @TheRealWarez
    @TheRealWarez 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That cat story had me CRACKING UP!
    Good stuff, Wonderful.

  • @ChooChoosGaming
    @ChooChoosGaming 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Man what I would do to be his apprentice.
    Im on my own path but I think learning from Kevin would speed me up 10x

    • @ClaytonHoward
      @ClaytonHoward 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just watch the videos and listen to the podcast (wish there were more episodes!)

    • @MattLap21
      @MattLap21 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can take advice from his videos but you can also build your own experience and learn from that like he did when he was younger

    • @julianerbil
      @julianerbil 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      i read his first book, i'm a fan!

  • @thefunnybuddy4138
    @thefunnybuddy4138 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    5 minutes ago I was getting out of bed thinking a good start to today would be if Kevin uploaded.

  • @iamdavidmofc
    @iamdavidmofc 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Got to share this with all my friends! That lesson really hits home. I've been on a journey for 10 years in the Garment industry, and haven't got my first real success yet. But every failed attempt is one more lesson learned preparing me for the successful one. And I know it's coming. Hopefully, someday I'll share a glass of wine and a great conversation in that beautiful home office with you Mr. Wonderful! And again, thanks for being such an inspiration.

  • @ultraSabotaj
    @ultraSabotaj 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think this is one of your best videos. Good story. Nice insight.

  • @1asdfasdfasdf
    @1asdfasdfasdf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    "You use it one day is the most important thing to remember". I had a friend that had lost everything in BK. He was lamenting about having to start over again from scratch. I was quick to point how the knowledge he had gained over the years meant that he was not only starting from scratch but he was less likely to make the same mistakes.

    • @kevinoleary
      @kevinoleary  4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yikes, sounds like he learned his lesson - we've all been there.

    • @thewriteinpresident
      @thewriteinpresident 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kevinoleary The Value of your Words mean nothing if they are all lies…
      It is said that the Quality of a FLAG is the embroidery, and tapestry woven into it, and that a fine sewn piece of cloth can seduce the Population, and People into Servitude no matter what the Elected say or do… I never considered what Magic, and Sorcery it must take too TRICK OR TREAT we the human populations, and people into doing WAR IS MURDER for something that can not comfort me once my arm is blown off, my leg is ripped from my being, or as I held my [best friend] #QANON /_\ dying in a Field of Blood for the GOOD OLD USA!!! As I see now that FREE MASON Lodges run the World, and that every flag is a UNITED NATIONS (COVID19) Occupation Flag from Germany to Japan to the Bombs dropped on my homeland, and these WORLD leaders of the world are filled with EVIL SPIRITS that “trick and treat” we the Civilian Citizens into murdering one another in their All The World is a Stage WAR GAMES…
      For all the RELIGIONS of the World that say: Do not kill, killing is wrong, and it is against THE RULE OF LAW AND ORDER.?.?.?.?, now that the U.N. {U.S. FLAG} / * \ Peacekeeping Military has labeled all NONMASON as MS-13……., so they can come to our doors with Trump and PENCE Red Flag Laws to take us away to be Tortured in these ICE detention….., and FEMA Internment camps…..., there is no reason to lay down and die when we BROWN EYES outnumber the BLUE EYES 10,000 to 1….. Moreover, there are many BLUE EYES whom are not FREE MASON…., and since many BROWN EYES have also joined the “Ku Klux Klan” to put on the WORLD DOMINATION FACE MASK Plot..., I think WE THE PEOPLE can find ways too make sure no FREE MASON Remains by the year 2025 C.E.
      In relation to this INTERNATIONALIST U.N. World Global Government.., we all know THE EARTH IS FLAT., and your Bill GATES OF HELL “Vaccines” are what has always made we BLACK HAIR ONLY PEOPLE Die In all lands where “U.N. Troops” of G4S Private Contracted Cucks and Slags walk our Streets with Weapons just as The Police of these 50 STATES walk among We The People with Guns and Armament to do the will of these BLUE EYED CORPORATIONS…….., and their 666 Book of Revelation this is now the NEW NORMAL might want to consider “not harassing” we U.S. Citizens regardless of Skin tone……..., Hair Color too EYE Colour cause WE THE PEOPLE know where you FREE MASON Lodges be, and we been “watching” you people come and go for decades as you conspired with JADE HELM 15, and PROJECT BLUE BEAM the TV used as A Weapon on WE THE PEOPLE…
      Some will still say: The MASONS are not the Problem!!! It is these Black and White People!!! Yet, I see no White Man, and I see no Black Man… I see BLUE EYES get all “the goods” no matter what country you walk and pay TAXES to put WEAPONS on the POLICE to come kill, and beat, and rape we the people “of my nation” cause C.O.P.S. Serve the Military that serve the Religion that Embrace GOVERNMENT OVER DEMOCRACY, and this G.O.D. should be called “the real” MS-13 by we the people “of and for” OUR WORLD REPUBLIC CONSTITUTION Coalition known as {The Society} of nonmason in our Rag Tag Rebellion… Theretofore, WAR IS STILL MURDER, and Murder is still against the RULE OF LAW AND ORDER, but since [you Q] come to kill me, then I must kill you first…..
      Johnny Exodice
      th-cam.com/video/fDOhRkaCLFQ/w-d-xo.html
      The U.S. FLAG is the CORPORATION known as MS-13 of their U.N. (COVID19) World Domination Plot to kill all we nonmason POPULATIONS with their BLUE EYES…
      th-cam.com/video/090DB7XbWcI/w-d-xo.html
      When you add up all the people in on this LIE of the “Cobe Burger” BAT SNAKE Corona Beer NORAD V.I.R.U.S. you do so see that many [Brown Eyes] Q Conspire with these Blue Eyed QANON Persons of the {U.N. FLAGS} [{**}] World Domination Plot known as Global Citizens of A Global Government on our FLAT EARTH Celestial Sphere Reality…
      th-cam.com/video/JETQsoc-5yc/w-d-xo.html
      The Sentinel…
      [///|||\\\]
      mewe.com/group/5dd5589eb8ff8967436429b5
      +++++++++++++++++++++++++++

  • @deuxpomme9777
    @deuxpomme9777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Mr .Wonderful you're such a great mentor thanks for inspiring us future entrepreneurs

  • @puppetmaster706
    @puppetmaster706 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is fantastic. Thank you Mr. Wonderful! Board & Brew Sandwiches

  • @audacityknight
    @audacityknight 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This episode is truly, wonderful. Thank you.

  • @Razear
    @Razear 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Wow, this is a crazy story. I had a copy of Reader Rabbit when I was 5 that I ran on a Compaq machine running Windows 95. It was basically installed on all of the computers in elementary school at the time too.

  • @cjezinne
    @cjezinne 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Mr.Wonderful delayed the legend, Michael Jackson's arguably Greatest Album for learning software...
    Legend

    • @guysplace5385
      @guysplace5385 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Totally agree, but Bad is from 1988, and HIStory is from 1995... was there going to be a re-release of Bad in 1995 or so? I've researched but found nothing on the subject.

  • @sorinb89
    @sorinb89 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the best episode, Mr. Wonderful! Thanks for sharing, was really inspiring. We are in the scaling up period of our business and I would really appreciate some advice for how to assemble and motivate the right team, the right partners for the long run. Thank you and best wishes from Romania.

  • @kaoskryst6688
    @kaoskryst6688 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is exactly what I’ve been needing to hear. Thank you

  • @sovereignruler
    @sovereignruler 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Who knew Fluffy was the goose that laid the golden egg. To your benefit, she never sent you the invoice for royalties. Ha!

  • @WhoDaFuqIzDisGuy.
    @WhoDaFuqIzDisGuy. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    "Nice car, what's in it?"
    "Chicken face beef engine"

  • @lx331
    @lx331 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent episode Kevin, truly appreciate the insight. Been a fan from Dragon to Shark

  • @ernestoramos520
    @ernestoramos520 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are the best bro, I feel inspired by you. Great story and well told.

  • @slikgaming4892
    @slikgaming4892 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    He went over this in his book "The Cold Hard Truth on business money and life" I would recommend reading it