Gabby Reece speaks with Joe DeSena, the founder of Spartan Race, about resilience, parenting, and the importance of physical challenges. They explore Joe's early life, the lessons learned from his pool business, and the journey to creating a global fitness brand. The discussion delves into the role of parenting in nurturing toughness in children, the impact of technology on youth, and the significance of delayed gratification. Joe shares insights from his experiences and emphasizes the need for uncomfortable parenting to foster resilience in the next generation. In this engaging conversation, Gabby Reece and Joe De Sena explore the journey from humble beginnings in the pool business to the high-stakes world of Wall Street, emphasizing the importance of resilience, community support, and personal growth through physical challenges.
Chapters
00:00 The Resilience of Humanity
00:57 Introduction to Joe DeSena and Spartan Race
03:08 Joe's Early Life and Influences
06:00 Lessons from the Pool Business
09:06 The Journey to College
12:56 The Importance of Delayed Gratification
17:03 Physical Challenges and Tenacity
20:07 Nurturing Resilience in Children
22:58 The Role of Parenting in Toughness
25:54 Balancing Toughness and Compassion in Parenting
29:50 Navigating Technology and Parenting
33:00 The Impact of College on Joe's Life
35:54 Transitioning from Pool Business to Wall Street
45:31 The Journey from Pool Business to Wall Street
48:21 The Transformation Through Physical Activity
51:11 Overcoming Adversity in Event Planning
54:18 Resilience and Faith in Business
58:34 Lessons from Early Challenges
01:01:50 The Importance of Community and Support
01:03:48 Navigating Business Challenges During COVID-19
01:09:27 Leadership Lessons Learned
01:12:58 The Balance of Leading and Following
01:14:51 Maintaining Personal Health and Fitness
01:20:16 Aging and Endurance
01:22:12 The Power of Incremental Improvement
01:25:32 Finding Your True Self Through Challenges
To learn more about Joe Desena, check out his website: https://joedesena.com/
For more Gabby:
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbyreeceofficial
The Gabby Reece Show Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeEINLNlGvIceFOP7aAZk5A
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