Mentors, Morons, And Making Money (Ft. My Dad) - Ep 36

Today's conversation takes an unexpected turn as we navigate the murky waters of social media, entrepreneurship, and personal development. We start by dissecting the paradox of modern social media culture, where the pressure to speak up often outweighs the authenticity of our words. As our guest, Steven Spinoso, my dad, eloquently puts it, "If you don't say something, someone else will put words in your mouth." We then delve into the world of gurus, those loud voices on stage preaching about life when their own seems to be crumbling. Steven Spinoso shares his own journey of resilience, recounting the inception of his venture, "Fix It Rite!," born out of sheer necessity during times of financial struggle. His story paints a vivid picture of determination and grit, fueled not by a desire for wealth, but by a thirst for time—time to never miss out on life's precious moments again. But here's the kicker: our guest embarked on this journey long before the era of YouTube tutorials and internet know-how. How did he do it? By diving headfirst into the world of machines, tearing them down and rebuilding them one piece at a time. His hands-on approach to learning speaks volumes about the power of perseverance and the invaluable lessons that come from getting your hands dirty. Welcome to The Spinoso Podcast hosted by CEO, doctor, comic book geek, and car guy, Alex Spinoso. I help people and companies grow - especially in the medical business. While my experience and expertise is in scaling all types of medical businesses to 7, 8, 9-figures or more, I can be a mentor to anyone who wants to take ownership of their lives, become a better leader at home and at work, and overcome any obstacle that stands in their way.   (0:00) - Intro (1:44) - Overview (3:40) - "Fix It Rite!" Was A Necessity  (7:30) - Learning About Machines (9:40) - How Did You Deal With Being Deployed While Being An Entrepreneur (15:00) - Parenting Advice (19:17) - How Did You Market? (21:30) - How To Keep Growing (26:58) - Who Are The Dumbest People? (33:35) - Enjoy YOUR Money (38:40) - The Good Old Days (41:50) - Word Of Mouth (42:25) - How Much Money Do You Spend On Marketing? (49:14) - We Saved All We Could (59:16) - Conclusion   Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedIn | TikTok | Website