What shovelling snow taught me about JV partnerships
Danny Bermant
I help coaches and consultants attract their ideal clients through joint venture partnerships
When we think of successful entrepreneurs, we often imagine them as solitary figures, "going it alone."?
In fact, so many of the JV partners I meet tell me that growing their business is a lonely journey.?
But here’s the truth: you can't scale a business by working alone.
Barry Shore learnt this lesson when he was just 9 years old. He launched his first business shoveling snow from dozens of driveways—not by working alone, but by partnering with his friends.
Around the same time he started his business, his father revealed a simple yet profound insight: the word "B U S I N E S S" places the "U" before the "I." The message was clear—when you prioritize others ("you") and offer value, what you need ("I") will naturally follow.?
That principle has guided Barry ever since.
Known as the “Ambassador of JOY”, Barry Shore is a mental health activist, philanthropist, serial entrepreneur, speaker, author and former quadriplegic who inspires millions with his Joy of Living podcast.
He is also the Founder of EinsteinCares.com, whose Mission is to Give $1 Billion dollars to Charity without costing any Giver a penny.
In this episode, Barry shares his formula for successful living, and what helped him to recover from almost complete paralysis…. his unwavering belief that you can never fail.?
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Catch these highlights from our discussion....
? 04:05 - The three biggest lessons Barry learned from starting his very first business
? 05:54 - The most important word every entrepreneur needs to know…Hint: It starts with “N”
? 11:22 - The most profound lesson Barry learned about business when he was just nine years old
? 20:52 - Why everyone should think like an entrepreneur, even if they’re an employee
? 22:07 - The most important quote that Barry learned during his career ….? “You can’t fail” – And how he’s been living by this motto for over 60 years
? 26:57 - The remarkable story of how Barry bounced back from almost total paralysis, he now swims 2 miles a day, 6 days a week!
? 28:55 - His latest partnership?– Teaming up with 18,000 brands who will make a donation to a charity of your choice without it costing you a penny
And much more!