Ep13: Tony DiSilvestro: From Humble Beginnings to Business Magnate

Your Business – Your Next Level

In this episode of "Your Business Your Next Level," I had the pleasure of speaking with Tony DiSilvestro, a seasoned entrepreneur who has founded over 31 businesses and employs more than 450 individuals. Tony's journey from his humble beginnings on the Jersey shore to becoming a successful business consultant and keynote speaker is truly inspiring. He shares valuable lessons on the importance of networking, transitioning from a business owner to an entrepreneur, and learning from failures. Tony also provides practical advice on balancing business growth with personal life and the importance of hiring the right support to achieve your goals. Tune in to gain insights from Tony's extensive experience and learn how to take your business to the next level.

Key Takeaways:

Early Beginnings: Tony DiSilvestro shares his entrepreneurial journey starting from selling candy bars at a young age, which instilled in him the value of hard work and customer service.

Networking for Success: The importance of surrounding oneself with successful and experienced individuals to learn and avoid common mistakes in business.

Transitioning Roles: Tony discusses the critical transition from being a business owner to an entrepreneur, highlighting the importance of trusting and empowering your team.

Failure and Learning: Emphasizing the value of learning from failures and the importance of having a mentor who has experienced both success and adversity.

Balancing Growth and Personal Life: Insights on how to achieve exponential business growth while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Timeline Summary:

[00:00] - Introduction to Tony DiSilvestro and his entrepreneurial background.

[01:00] - Tony’s early experiences in sales and starting his first business at age eight.

[04:00] - The value of customer service and creating memorable experiences.

[06:00] - The role of networking and learning from experienced mentors.

[07:00] - Transitioning from a business owner to an entrepreneur and the importance of systems and processes.

[10:00] - Learning from failures and the significance of hiring the right coach or consultant.

[13:00] - Tony’s approach to consulting and helping businesses achieve exponential growth.

[20:00] - The importance of human capital and empowering your team.

[23:00] - Insights on maintaining a work-life balance while growing your business.

[24:00] - Overview of Tony's book "The Business Scaling Blueprint" and where to find it.

[25:00] - Closing thoughts and advice for entrepreneurs.

Links & Resources:

https://tonydisilvestro.com/

https://newh.org/

https://www.amazon.com/Business-Scaling-Blueprint-Building-Foundation/dp/1955884498