The School of Greatness Robert Herjavec: “This Mindset Took Me From Poverty To Multimillionaire”
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Feb 5, 2025 
Robert Herjavec, a tech entrepreneur and Shark Tank star, shares his inspiring journey from poverty to multimillionaire. He emphasizes the transformative power of joy in business and life. Discussing his darkest moments, he reveals how serving others helped him find purpose. Key topics include the importance of obsession over passion, and the vital shift from hard work to smart work. He also highlights traits found in billionaires, focusing on emotional connections with customers and discovering true fulfillment beyond mere wealth.
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Early Life and Immigration
- Robert Herjavec's family immigrated to Canada with very little, facing significant hardship.
- As a child, he didn't understand poverty until kids at school made fun of him for being a "poor immigrant."
Poverty vs. Abundance Mindset
- Poverty is a learned mindset, influenced by beliefs about oneself and external circumstances.
- Abundance is also a learned mindset, focusing on potential rather than limitations.
Learning Sales at Harry Rosen
- Herjavec learned valuable sales lessons working at Harry Rosen's high-end men's store.
- He learned the importance of dressing well, identifying affluent customers, and genuine learning.
