Jothy's Story Part II: The Who Says I Can’t mindset — Memoir, TEDx talk, TV show, Foundation, Book, and this Podcast

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Summary

In part II of Jothy's story, he explains his theory on why people with disabilities tend to overachieve, highlighting traits such as insecurity, exceptionalism, and discipline. Jothy's motto, 'Who says I can't', has become a rallying cry for him and inspired a book, a TV show, and a non-profit organization. Jothy Rosenberg shares his experiences starting a production company and participating in various sports with athletes. He also discusses his foundation, The Who Says I Can’t Foundation, which helps disabled children participate in sports. Rosenberg then talks about his entrepreneurial journey, including starting multiple startups and the lessons he learned along the way. He also mentions his upcoming book, ‘Tech Startup Toolkit,' which shares anecdotes and advice for entrepreneurs. This podcast is aimed at startup founders, entrepreneurs, and those interested in hearing inspiring stories and practical advice.

Takeaways

• Jothy Rosenberg's story has inspired a book, a TV show, and a non-profit organization. Jothy Rosenberg started a production company called Can Do Productions where participated in the guest’s sport with them.
• He founded the Who Says I Can't Foundation, which helps disabled children participate in sports by getting them adaptive equipment with the ultimate goal of restoring their self-esteem.
• Rosenberg shares his entrepreneurial journey, including starting multiple startups and the lessons he learned along the way.
• He has written a book called ‘Tech Startup Toolkit: How to launch strong and exit big,’ which provides anecdotes and advice for entrepreneurs.
• This podcast is aimed at startup founders, entrepreneurs, and those interested in hearing inspiring stories and practical advice.

Sound Bites

"Who says I can’t is my rallying cry. It’s not a question. It has an exclamation point."

"I'll do [theTV show] on one condition. You have to do their sport with them."

“The Who Says I Can’t Foundation sticks with the kids until they're full grown."

“My book is a series of anecdotes — stories — that are short and to the point told in the first person.”

Chapters

25:25 Inspiring Others: 'Who Says I Can't' as a Motivator

13:01 Starting a Production Company and Participating in Sports

28:00 The Who Says I Can't Foundation: Helping Disabled Children in Sports

39:18 An Entrepreneurial Journey: Lessons Learned from Multiple Startups

50:45 Think Like a Startup Founder: Anecdotes and Advice for Entrepreneurs