The Underdog: From His Parent’s Basement to $25M

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  • čas přidán 27. 01. 2024
  • This is the story of how David Park went from a broke kid in his parent's basement to building a company now worth over $25M.
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Komentáře • 542

  • @davidpark5168
    @davidpark5168 Před 4 měsíci +2643

    Thanks for having me on and listening to our story! 😄

    • @rj5795
      @rj5795 Před 4 měsíci +50

      Loved the story. Many reasons why people don't create is because of the fear of failure. Your persistence is motivational. Stay safe and God bless💯🙏🏽

    • @nirajshuklaNL
      @nirajshuklaNL Před 4 měsíci +14

      David seems so honest and legit. So refreshing to see.

    • @Diana-vt7rd
      @Diana-vt7rd Před 4 měsíci +5

      Very inspiring, thanks for sharing!

    • @kerenbanget1
      @kerenbanget1 Před 4 měsíci +4

      crazy story. thank you for sharing

    • @dickyvarma
      @dickyvarma Před 4 měsíci +8

      loved your story man. i think i in the same way, now i 25 yo and live in my parents house to build my business. thank you man

  • @ronakowski6717
    @ronakowski6717 Před 3 měsíci +1442

    That line broke me "my parents were always so kind to me"..... thats what you can achieve with foundation....

    • @yanfenli1249
      @yanfenli1249 Před 3 měsíci +5

      Yes

    • @Kevinzhoufitness
      @Kevinzhoufitness Před 3 měsíci +4

      ❤❤

    • @shreyashraj
      @shreyashraj Před 2 měsíci +6

      life is tough so just blame your parents and move on...

    • @zarihman
      @zarihman Před 2 měsíci +9

      I wish my parents were that kind. I feel like my parents are only taking care of my needs because they are Christians and that's how they should act, not because they are purely good people. They sometimes say to me, "para kang damulag" which means, " you are like a bumbling fool'

    • @rejectionistmanifesto8836
      @rejectionistmanifesto8836 Před 2 měsíci

      ​@@zarihmanDont discount them yet, they may come through for you at a time of extreme need or sickness when you really need help

  • @Golf101inc
    @Golf101inc Před 3 měsíci +396

    You were never a loser bro. You were always grinding, and learning. Its about progress, not perfection.

    • @EPHRAIM.DANIELS_
      @EPHRAIM.DANIELS_ Před 2 měsíci +18

      You're saying this now because you didn't see him during his difficult times. You would have advised him to focus on school instead of the things he was doing

    • @EPHRAIM.DANIELS_
      @EPHRAIM.DANIELS_ Před 2 měsíci

      @@poa2.0surface77 Well, I wasn't talking to you either

    • @Smooothpapi
      @Smooothpapi Před 20 dny

      U selling you CZcams page

  • @user-cy9im4kn4b
    @user-cy9im4kn4b Před 4 měsíci +762

    That is 10 years of learning. Not 10 years of failure.

    • @hadiakhtar8431
      @hadiakhtar8431 Před 3 měsíci +39

      Failure is learning.

    • @johnz7167
      @johnz7167 Před 3 měsíci +9

      10 years of attempts

    • @funAndwise
      @funAndwise Před 3 měsíci +6

      i agree 100%

    • @ToniGromann
      @ToniGromann Před 2 měsíci +1

      Yeah. I studied longer and learned not that much to be honest.

    • @zarihman
      @zarihman Před 2 měsíci

      Best thing you can do to become rich is drop out. Colleges train you to become a work slave, not a boss.

  • @Linknelson
    @Linknelson Před 20 dny +21

    Shout out to his parents too for standing by his side not making him feel like a looser.

  • @basbuller7577
    @basbuller7577 Před 3 měsíci +208

    Good parenting makes such a difference, his parents love him and I'm glad he shows his appreciation for them with honest emotions!

  • @LongNguyen-kw1rh
    @LongNguyen-kw1rh Před měsícem +60

    You got me at 04:20. No fancy stories about million-dollar startups, just the way people treated you in your early days. This really resonates with me! Thank you so much for sharing.

  • @thelifewithnate
    @thelifewithnate Před 3 měsíci +297

    That story is full of massive rollercoasters which almost brought me to tears. It hits a little too hard with the cancer diagnosis aspect since my Dad passed from lung cancer literally 5 months ago.
    That positive mindset with business, health, and relationships is something that I need to strive for more of in my life. Congrats David, you're an amazing legend!

  • @thespecial
    @thespecial Před měsícem +14

    Well, this guy is not a loser. This guy is a winner is a real winner. He actually invested in passion and turned it into fortune. Congratulations mate.!

  • @montbeltrading
    @montbeltrading Před 3 měsíci +65

    Wow, this story kept me listening. " My parents were always so kind to me". Beautiful.

  • @Driftuner
    @Driftuner Před 3 měsíci +193

    This has got to be one of the craziest roller coaster stories ive ever seen. Your positive attitude speaks volumes on your success both in business and health. What a dude. Respect

  • @givenkibanza
    @givenkibanza Před 3 měsíci +4

    ❤ moments of reflection like these can really bring you to tears. I’m happy for you and your success David! Onwards and upwards 🎉

  • @xelefonte
    @xelefonte Před 12 dny +3

    David sounds like a class act, glad he was successful in fighting cancer and in his business.

  • @Msdjebe
    @Msdjebe Před 3 měsíci +40

    So much power and honesty in this video. You are a beautiful person. Happy for your success!

  • @vaughan1379
    @vaughan1379 Před měsícem +6

    In life when you’re living your purpose that doesn’t align with the norm of society, the journey is lonely and people criticise you but when you have somuch passion for what you want to become nothing can stop you but death. I’ll rather die than to give up mentality is something only some people have, I’m grateful that I have that mentality and heart.

  • @onweze1781
    @onweze1781 Před 4 měsíci +44

    Nahhh his parents are the real superheroes here

  • @LocoBTC
    @LocoBTC Před 3 měsíci +5

    Nothing but a legend. I wish you the best from now on. Inspiring and emotional story

  • @thomaslevesq
    @thomaslevesq Před 3 měsíci +24

    Inspiring man and story, props to you for making it through it all !

  • @WeekendMuse
    @WeekendMuse Před 3 měsíci +63

    Inspiring story, support from parents and grit were instrumental. I like this video format where the guest is clearly the main character of the show with no rambling two-cents from the host. Well done. Liked and subscribed.

  • @MeetKevon
    @MeetKevon Před 3 měsíci +74

    Amazing story and amazing presentation here. Well done!!
    Glad to be one newsletter that David sponsored to help share this tool to many more people.
    David - you’re a rock star. From how you talk, I know you’ll be even more successful than whee you are!

    • @thelifewithnate
      @thelifewithnate Před 3 měsíci

      Your channel reminds me of the Beehiiv founder and creator Tyler Denk as a side note! Building in public one of the best newsletter platforms on the planet. That's an amazing concept, Kevon! Keep it up!

    • @MeetKevon
      @MeetKevon Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks Nate!@@thelifewithnate I've slowed down a bit on my video creation part but still going strong with my education business. I appreciate you taking the time to say this :) I'm checking out your videos, you rock on too!

  • @gotdamm8214
    @gotdamm8214 Před 3 měsíci +14

    God is always here for you bro he was there when u were going to do the surgery and u should stick to him and thank him 🙏🏻your story is amazing

  • @yanafridabinaev
    @yanafridabinaev Před měsícem +3

    Phenomenal story. God bless him. And that verse, whew. More blessings!

  • @MyWellnessMusic
    @MyWellnessMusic Před 2 měsíci

    This channel is so amazing! Thank you for the format!!! Actually just so inspiring!!!

  • @hasan_mangrio
    @hasan_mangrio Před 3 měsíci +4

    This is outstanding content. The story, the editing, the music -- kudos to you.

  • @LY3355
    @LY3355 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Best one yet! Wonderful story and the most success to you David Park!

  • @YarMalikAI
    @YarMalikAI Před 2 dny

    Such an inspiring story ! and how you stayed positive through all of it.. Legendary

  • @DropsDead
    @DropsDead Před 3 měsíci +13

    He deserves every bit of the success he has now

  • @zaferabdulrahman6988
    @zaferabdulrahman6988 Před 3 měsíci +45

    Thanks, David Park for not giving up and thanks Pat from Starter Story.
    Inspiring!

  • @alsg0403
    @alsg0403 Před 3 dny

    Thank you for sharing this. I'm in the early days of entrepreneurship and his story about having no money resonated with me. It inspires me to keep going ❤❤. Would love to hear more of such stories 😊😊

  • @alwayjohnrallos7359
    @alwayjohnrallos7359 Před 25 dny

    So inspiring and relatable when these success stories show a lot of struggles, emotional side, or vulnerability.

  • @alliewoulfe1171
    @alliewoulfe1171 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Ugh! Thanks man! Now I'm in love with this guy because of how much he loves his mom & dad!

  • @ashermanangan
    @ashermanangan Před 3 měsíci +2

    This is so profound. Thank you for sharing us your story.

  • @flourishwithMJ
    @flourishwithMJ Před 2 měsíci +2

    That's what you call a growth mindset. Congratulations for not giving up on your dreams. Inspiring.😊 Thank you for sharing your story.

  • @mostafasafari9679
    @mostafasafari9679 Před 3 měsíci +10

    Wow. What a beautiful and hard journey with so much knowledge along the way. Big respect 🙏❤️

  • @aap2684
    @aap2684 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Man it is so nice that the dude is successful!
    Supporting Parents can really give you unbelievable Power!

  • @RavChopra
    @RavChopra Před 4 měsíci +26

    Didn’t think I was gonna cry loading up this video, I’m touched by how much you appreciate your parents. Thank you for sharing your story and best of luck!

  • @dannykalman
    @dannykalman Před 3 měsíci +2

    Beautiful story and lessons. Thank you

  • @Alpha-gv3mt
    @Alpha-gv3mt Před 2 měsíci +9

    Thank you for sharing. I’m 27 years old rn and still struggling with my own startup and you just taught me a valuable lesson which is never to give up.

  • @ShelleyM007
    @ShelleyM007 Před 3 dny

    A true entrepreneur and clearly a lovely person. What awesome parents he has, too. Wishing you deep, lasting happiness and perfect health along with your hard earned success, David🌺.

  • @bkantorski
    @bkantorski Před 3 měsíci +5

    absolutely wonderful emotional rollercoaster. great story ❤

  • @CyberGeniusMedia
    @CyberGeniusMedia Před 3 měsíci +13

    Absolutely inspiring story. Big up David

  • @user-wi4de7wl4t
    @user-wi4de7wl4t Před 3 měsíci +4

    Great story! Thanks for sharing it.
    Two things caught my attention: listen to your customers and connect with influencers to promote your product.

  • @micolagang
    @micolagang Před 3 měsíci +30

    We are starting something I perceive as great start up company with great vision. We are currently in our about 2 years of developing and struggle and this video helps me ignite more the fire with me and continue the struggle because I know we will be successful. Maybe not this year but the year to come, when it is our time! Godspeed

    • @investingsimplefied2342
      @investingsimplefied2342 Před 3 měsíci +1

      All the very best.You can do it.

    • @KapitanAI.
      @KapitanAI. Před 3 měsíci +1

      It may be hard, but once u start, dont stop.

    • @truct77
      @truct77 Před 3 měsíci

      You got this! You can do it! I believe in you!

    • @Channelsdotbiz-yd8bl
      @Channelsdotbiz-yd8bl Před 3 měsíci

      I feel ya ... But where in this together... Good luck 🤞

  • @MichaelClarke75
    @MichaelClarke75 Před měsícem

    What a lovely guy! Good for you David. Loved this story...

  • @jeremyarrieta6869
    @jeremyarrieta6869 Před 3 měsíci +8

    very inspiring story. we need more like this.

  • @christopherzeller2098
    @christopherzeller2098 Před 3 měsíci +6

    Amazing story! wrote some notes down, great advice! thanks!

  • @jemiez9383
    @jemiez9383 Před 3 měsíci +2

    thats it. Family is the foundation for everything and for every success. Supportive family lead to successful kids while broken family lead to broke kids. Its great to watch story of success like this eventhough im in the broken category.

  • @devonkincaid360
    @devonkincaid360 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Bro, your channel is awesome! Keep up the good work and you will be at a million subs in no time.

  • @DanielBlak
    @DanielBlak Před 3 měsíci +1

    Great video and great channel! Dude really triumphed over every hardship.

  • @user-wm5cy9jj9x
    @user-wm5cy9jj9x Před 3 měsíci +4

    Great story - thanks for doing these great stories.

  • @RemainedAnonymous
    @RemainedAnonymous Před 3 měsíci +1

    This is great, buddy! Im happy for you fr🔥

  • @riannedaemul
    @riannedaemul Před 3 měsíci +1

    This was so worth the watch...indeed helpful

  • @CC-kl4nh
    @CC-kl4nh Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thank you to the nurses and the doctors!

  • @dipakvasava3988
    @dipakvasava3988 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Your video / story made me cry Really Heart touching ❤

  • @cth808
    @cth808 Před 3 měsíci +2

    so beautiful. mad love for your parents

  • @Tuxcz
    @Tuxcz Před 3 měsíci +3

    I'm so happy for him that he had amazing parents. My parents were always kind to me but never believed in business or anything aside from going to school and getting a job. There was always food on the table and they helped me with what I needed for normal life but I never got any support doing what I wanted if it wasn't aligned with their point of view. Well, I got the opposite, they were discouraging me from doing it so I never believed in myself. Only after I went to live alone I could finally do what I wanted. There is still zero support from them in anything out of the ordinary and I am the only one who believes in myself, but at least there is no negative feedback. I just never talk about what I do.

  • @x2jzb
    @x2jzb Před 4 měsíci +35

    I am so happy this guy loves his family and appreciates what they wanted him to do. His major skill is persistence!!! He deserves success!!! Thank you Starter Story!!! I don’t think anyone should have to go through this!!! Persistence is key to success. !!!

  • @cradleblaze8798
    @cradleblaze8798 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Damn David keep it going and all the best. Thanks for sharing this wonderful "real" startup story @Starter Story

  • @frankthegreat-
    @frankthegreat- Před 3 měsíci +7

    What a breath of fresh air and inspiring story!

  • @christopherajeng6844
    @christopherajeng6844 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Our parents is everything. That's why blessing from them is really important in our life.

  • @user-mg1sp5uk9o
    @user-mg1sp5uk9o Před 8 dny

    This guy really inspired me alot, the way his story gives me goosebumps that i can do it.

  • @kaedninu
    @kaedninu Před 3 měsíci +3

    Inspiring story. God bless you!

  • @dasaptaerwin
    @dasaptaerwin Před 2 měsíci +1

    you give respect to your parents. that's how you succeed. salute man.

  • @mathiap2126
    @mathiap2126 Před 3 měsíci +3

    This was actually a very good and touching story i apreciate

  • @zacharychristian6436
    @zacharychristian6436 Před 9 dny

    Davids dedication is inspiring !

  • @ryantan8118
    @ryantan8118 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Very inspiring and passionate man! Definitely learn so much from his sharing!❤️

  • @spiritualeducator371
    @spiritualeducator371 Před měsícem +1

    Thank you Starter Story for your inspiring stories. I was really inspired by David Park's story, I'm working on something right now and completing my master's in MSIT. By the time I finish my education, I would love to be a successful entrepreneur in your start-up story!

  • @victorgxn
    @victorgxn Před 8 dny

    God bless you. Inspiring story

  • @JohnJohn-pm9wq
    @JohnJohn-pm9wq Před 3 měsíci +2

    Amen brother. I am rooting for you

  • @betobates
    @betobates Před 3 měsíci +7

    I was feelling so low yesterday and this helped me a lot. Thank you for this I really needed this right now.

    • @Channelsdotbiz-yd8bl
      @Channelsdotbiz-yd8bl Před 3 měsíci +1

      Same here... I'm down for the count and spinning my wheels... But can't stop 🛑 #Channels

  • @SouhailLassoued-xw5vw
    @SouhailLassoued-xw5vw Před měsícem

    thanks for the video, I really appreciate your work and hope you make it further !

  • @jonasbingil9899
    @jonasbingil9899 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Such an incredible story. I'm currently in the chapter 1 yet I won't give up!

  • @GoldenKay19
    @GoldenKay19 Před 24 dny

    What a story this man is amazing thanks you both for sharing his story 💖

  • @doamaral1
    @doamaral1 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Guys this is beautiful! I am a founder and I can relate so much wtih David! Beautiful story. Specially the part of his parents believing in him! Go David!!!

  • @Hackbridge1963
    @Hackbridge1963 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Such an amazing young man. I applaude you 🙏🏾🇬🇧

  • @heavenstarhilary2817
    @heavenstarhilary2817 Před 18 dny

    That's a wonerful story, David!

  • @WahjoeGunawan
    @WahjoeGunawan Před 3 měsíci

    Thanks for your sharing... I need this kind push.

  • @integrity411
    @integrity411 Před 2 měsíci

    Love this story. It made me cry.

  • @CdaPlays
    @CdaPlays Před 2 měsíci

    ❤ love the story. Really emotional and encouraging for young people like us

  • @tinaa3459
    @tinaa3459 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thanks you David, so inspiring ❤️

  • @mosaicpaint3223
    @mosaicpaint3223 Před 3 měsíci

    that’s a supportive parent, more than dreams can ever give! relate much on chasing dreams

  • @geeman1
    @geeman1 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I need more stories like this.

  • @theaccountantguy
    @theaccountantguy Před 3 měsíci +16

    Amazing story, every entrepreneur goes through phases in life.
    Best wishes to David and team to keep kicking off even higher 😀

  • @NokthulaMadondo
    @NokthulaMadondo Před 4 měsíci +39

    How inspiring! I was bowling my eyes out through out the video. David is an amazing storyteller. What a journey. True testimony that leaving things to the Higher power changes life in ways that you never ever imagined. Good luck to David, thanks for sharing his journey with us.

  • @DNKCreator
    @DNKCreator Před 3 měsíci +8

    The editing is so good !!!

  • @winifredosadebe625
    @winifredosadebe625 Před 3 měsíci +4

    The part where God came through ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 The enemy was really fighting your success, so happy you made it through !!!

  • @skatepark02
    @skatepark02 Před 3 měsíci

    This is a great story. And once again it shows that people who have parental support and are willing to make the effort can achieve great things. Myself on the other hand, with everything I ever tried to do my dad was there to shut me down and tell me how useless I am. I’m 34 now and just barely getting by.

  • @edlibretv
    @edlibretv Před měsícem

    Thank you for the inspiration.

  • @chandanav1637
    @chandanav1637 Před 3 měsíci

    Beautiful story inspiring

  • @nosquirrels3110
    @nosquirrels3110 Před 3 měsíci

    Thanks for that 👌 great story

  • @onkira7
    @onkira7 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Don't stop making this kind of video, Really appreciate it

  • @Sojourner88
    @Sojourner88 Před 3 měsíci

    You are a champion. Your parents are amazing.

  • @kerrinanaidoo4756
    @kerrinanaidoo4756 Před 4 měsíci +5

    What a beautiful story... Keep sharing these stories❤

  • @user-fs3ff6pe3l
    @user-fs3ff6pe3l Před 4 měsíci +4

    I relate to this so much! Thank you for sharing and inspiring everyday entrepreneurs!

  • @LuvIn_EveryBite
    @LuvIn_EveryBite Před 4 měsíci +16

    This story had me in tears, this guy is an extreme inspiration! What a legend

  • @ethanpaynter6017
    @ethanpaynter6017 Před 4 měsíci +14

    Seems like such a genuine guy. Super happy that he succeeded!

  • @IkhukumarHazarika
    @IkhukumarHazarika Před 3 měsíci

    Really inspired by your story❤

  • @AwomKenneth
    @AwomKenneth Před 3 měsíci +1

    thanks for this !

  • @kagimuashraf6148
    @kagimuashraf6148 Před 3 měsíci

    great story same time so inspiring

  • @Lowdin86
    @Lowdin86 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Great production value on this one, look forward to more in the future!