Catering to His Strengths: How Justin Pasha Created a Luxury Brand on His Own Terms

In this inspiring episode, I interview Justin Pasha, founder and CEO of The Cupbearer, a premier cocktail catering company. Justin shares his difficulties with ADHD in school and how he overcame them to build a successful business doing what he loves. Despite constant struggles with the school system, Justin trusted his passions and strengths to create an innovative mobile bar service from scratch. He discusses the realities of entrepreneurship and offers advice for others with ADHD who want to follow their own path. Justin proves that those who don’t thrive in traditional academic settings can still achieve great success by playing to their strengths.

Timeline Summary:

[01:37] - Justin provides overview of his journey founding The Cupbearer, a cocktail catering company.

[03:49] - Justin shares being diagnosed with ADHD and put on medication at age 6.

[05:09] - Discussing misconception relating ADHD to low intelligence.

[06:01] - Justin describes difficulties focusing in school with ADHD.

[08:02] - School felt like jail, stifling Justin’s natural curiosity.

[09:06] - Questioning whether school prepares kids like Justin for the real world.

[12:26] - Need for differentiated learning styles, not one-size-fits-all.

[14:05] - Clarifying Justin’s time spent in resource room vs general classes.

[15:41] - Justin deciding to become an entrepreneur much later in life.

[19:14] - Starting The Cupbearer with only $800 initial investment.

[20:46] - Being on time easier when you own the business vs working for others.

[22:50] - Obsessing over your own business doesn't feel like work.

[23:47] - Many paths can lead to pride and confidence in oneself.

[24:30] - Making your own niche despite no existing demand.

[25:55] - Justin’s small wins motivated him more than money at first.

[27:46] - Advice for new entrepreneurs - be ready to work hard without pay.

[28:36] - Justin learning about himself and building confidence through business.

Connect with Justin Pasha:

Justin's cocktail catering business The Cupbearer

Instagram: @the_cup_bearer

Come see the company at work: Greenwich Polo Club

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