136. Sal Vassallo - Imagination Surplus and Creating A Purpose Greater Than Yourself

Diving into this insightful episode, we have former Olympic swimmer, creator of Performance Accelerator Formula and eCommerce Exit Strategy, Sal Vassallo. Beginning this installment, Sal explores his childhood with Lance and how he grew up as the youngest of five siblings. Sal shares his days swimming in the Olympics and elaborates on how he did not feel good enough. Sal expresses his struggles in school as he was diagnosed with ADD and how he felt that he was simply a regular child with an “imagination surplus.” Sal and Lance examine how having a purpose for your business is more important than gaining financial wealth, and how the future holds prosperity for everyone despite mistakes or adversities along the way.🥇WHAT IS ONE LESSON YOU HAVE LEARNED FROM ADVERSITY🥇Sal answers with, “Adversity creates a mindset for you, and adversity is a place to start again.”IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: [00:02:27] Sal's Backstory[00:12:53] After The Olympics[00:16:46] Having A Purpose in Business[00:39:24] Exit Strategy[00:51:12] Affirmations and CourageConnect with Sal:1. Follow Sal on LinkedIn, Instagram, & Facebook2. Listen to Sal’s podcast here3. Text or Call Sal at 787-507-01444. Email Sal at [email protected] with Lance: ● Subscribe on Messenger to get the latest episodes and tips straight to your inbox! ● Connect with Lance on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. About University of Adversity PodcastLearn how to shift your perspective on adversity by understanding that although adversity may feel like your worst enemy, it is actually your greatest ally. My mission is to connect with unique and inspiring individuals and showcase their journey and what they have gone through in order to become successful in their lives. Tune in three times a week with Lance Essihos for your gold-filled lesson of inspiration, resilience, and bravery. Don’t forget to subscribe!