Say It Skillfully – Brennan O’Dowd, Peak to Rock Bottom and Back

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. Episode 179 features Brennan O’Dowd, owner and operator of Raleigh Paint & Improvement. Brennan collapsed into a heroin and Xanax addiction after struggling in his post-college years. He opens up about being at rock bottom and finding the light at the end of the tunnel in painting. Brennan sold his car, clothes and anything else he could find for his first paint van, and through hard work and dedication built a now 5-star rated painting company from the ground up. Tune in to this episode for a personal account of Brennan’s rollercoaster ride of a journey, as well as tips for creating a successful business and staying sober despite an addictive personality. Brennan inspires us all to know no boundaries and to commit to taking action so that all can be safe, seen and heard, and our true best selves. Molly’s thought for the week, from Brennan: Failure is the key to the door of success. If you’re not failing, you’re not trying hard enough.