George Zeppos founder of Zeppos Restaurant Group sharing advice for aspiring restaurant entrepreneurs

From Washing Dishes To Restaurant Proprietors

From Washing Dishes To Restaurant Proprietors

From Washing Dishes To Restaurant Proprietors

From Washing Dishes To Restaurant Proprietors

From Washing Dishes To Restaurant Proprietors

From Washing Dishes To Restaurant Proprietors

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From Washing Dishes To Building Empires | This Is Why You Should Be An Entrepreneur

In this episode of Take The Power Back, I sat down with entrepreneur George Zeppos to break down what it actually takes to build unstoppable leadership. From washing dishes on opening night, to building and scaling multiple businesses, this conversation exposes the truth. Don't let anyone sell you out of your dreams or pay you to give up on them. Fields like financial advising and sales offer unlimited potential, allowing you to truly eat what you kill and pursue your aspirations. This video offers valuable career guidance and business tips, emphasizing why sales techniques can lead to significant personal development.

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