In this video, Simon Beard, an entrepreneur who grew Culture Kings from a market stall to a $600 million valuation, shares his journey and insights.

He recounts early struggles, feeling inferior to friends with traditional careers, and family pressure to quit.

A pivotal moment at the markets, where he actively engaged customers and sold 20 digital cameras in a day, shifted his mindset. Simon underscores the importance of emotional fitness, resilience, and determination for entrepreneurial success.

He advises surrounding oneself with supportive, like-minded individuals and continuously pushing personal growth.

(00:00:53) Challenges and Doubts
(00:01:57) Shifting Mindset
(00:05:32) Emotional Fitness
(00:07:44) Exposure Therapy and Risk
(00:08:50) Encouragement for Entrepreneurs