Resilience and Adventures: Meeting Steve Larsen

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr. Russell Thackeray is joined by Steve Larsen, a guest with an extraordinary life story. Steve shares his journey from an undiagnosed ADHD childhood, where he struggled academically, to becoming a successful entrepreneur who co-founded nine different startups, including one that contributed to the birth of modern e-commerce.He also discusses his passion for automobiles, especially supercars and motorbikes, and his collection that includes a 1969 Lotus Elan and a McLaren. Additionally, Steve opens up about his health battles, having endured three open-heart surgeries, and the resilience he built through these experiences. Furthermore, he narrates a touching story of resilience about his daughter, whom he met for the first time when she was 39, and her determined quest to find him. Wrapping up, Steve talks about his new book, 'My Heart has Been In It From the Start,' which chronicles his multifaceted life.00:00 Introduction and Greetings00:59 Steve Larsen's Background01:45 Early Life and ADHD Challenges03:41 High School Transformation04:44 Career Beginnings and Entrepreneurship06:33 Resilience and Family Stories10:41 Heart Surgeries and Health Challenges15:53 Bear Wrestling Experience18:39 Bear Encounter Strategies19:07 E-commerce and Algorithmic Innovations21:38 Passion for Cars25:38 Writing a Memoir31:12 ADHD as a Superpower31:54 Conclusion and Contact InformationYou can contact us at [email protected] can be found online or link to our website https://resilienceunravelled.com