Gary Tessero’s dad founded a greeting-card business. Gary started working in the warehouse and climbed his way up the ladder. He also witnessed this $3.5 million dollar company that was once making a 300% profit on a greeting-card become outdated and go out of business. This led him to focus on integrating businesses into the new age.
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- Your Big Idea: Successful Entrepreneurs have One Big Idea. Follow JLD’s FREE training & you’ll discover Your Big Idea in less than an hour!
Success Quote
- “No Fear.” – Unknown
Business Failure
- Gary tried and failed with multiple business partners before realizing the path he had to take. Find out what that path was and how it has served him since.
Entrepreneurial AH-HA Moment
- What would you do if someone offered you $700 for the shirt off your back? Better yet, what would Gary do?
Current Business
- Gary has assembled an All-Star Team that shares his vision, passion and drive. The sky is the limit!
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Best Business Book
- Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind by Shunryu Suzuki
Interview Links
- JerseySweater.com (Sorry! This link was active when this episode was first published in 2013. This resource is no longer available.)
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