Intro

In this powerful clip from "EYL," David Shands sits down with Troy Millings to share his journey from working at the Cheesecake Factory to building a six-figure business selling T-shirts. David breaks down the essential mindset shifts and tactical strategies he used to turn his "off days" into $100 paydays, eventually quitting his job and scaling up his entrepreneurial dream.

You'll hear David’s advice on setting practical work goals (not just sales goals), transitioning out of your 9-to-5, and the importance of persistence—especially when facing rejection. He outlines his “life cycle of a good idea,” touching on excitement, evolution, engagement, and expansion, and how to carry momentum through each stage.

Troy challenges David on the fine line between persistence and annoyance in sales, sparking a real conversation about how to overcome the fear of selling and why most people are conditioned to say "no" first. Hear how David converted sales after the second or even third "no"—and how his coaching clients have unlocked new income just by increasing their daily sales asks.

Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs and anyone ready to make their side hustle their main gig, this clip delivers actionable steps you can start using today. From building consistency to tracking your actual work instead of just the outcomes, David and Troy break down the real formulas behind hitting $250K a year selling any product.

Don't miss this inspiration-packed conversation!

**Key topics covered:**  
- How to set daily work goals for reliable results  
- Why persistence and overcoming “no” matters in sales  
- The true process for transitioning out of your day job  
- The “life cycle” stages of every business idea  
- Breaking down sales fear and building resilience  
- Why tracking your outreach matters more than tracking revenue

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#Entrepreneurship #SalesStrategy #SideHustle #SmallBusiness #Persistence #DavidShands #TroyMillings #BusinessMindset #BlackOutPodcast #SuccessTips #HowToSell #WorkSmart #DailyHabits

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