Ep. 20 - Lessons from a $100 Million Business Failure and the Resilience of an Entrepreneur with Harry Clark

Big Talk About Small Business

Ever wondered how the entrepreneurial journey unfolds, with its twists and turns, successes, and failures? In our latest podcast episode, we introduce you to our special guest, Harry Clark, a seasoned entrepreneur with an inspiring path that led him from renowned consulting firms to starting his very own successful consulting firm.
In a candid discussion, Harry shares his experiences, from his hesitation in taking the entrepreneurial plunge to making it twice on the Inc 500 list. But it's not all a rosy picture. Harry pulls back the curtain on the darker side of entrepreneurship, revealing a business failure which resulted in a staggering loss of $100 million, and the toll it took on his personal life. As we traverse through Harry's remarkable journey, we also tap into his passion for classic cars and his unique consignment-based car business in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Focusing on the mindset of entrepreneurs and the misconceptions often portrayed in pop culture, we dive deep into understanding the importance of resilience and the role of luck in the path to success. We also discuss the danger of glamorizing entrepreneurship without acknowledging the hard work and risks that come with it. Tune in to gain valuable insights from Harry's experiences and his enlightening perspective on the entrepreneurial journey. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner or simply intrigued by the world of entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with wisdom, hard truths and inspiring stories. Don't miss out!

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1. Ep. 20 - Lessons from a $100 Million Business Failure and the Resilience of an Entrepreneur with Harry Clark (00:00:00)

2. Career and Mistakes of Harry Clark (00:00:05)

3. A Journey of Entrepreneurial Success (00:07:11)

4. Lessons From a Business Failure (00:12:26)

5. Navigating Entrepreneurship and Family Dynamics (00:27:18)

6. Passion for Classic Car Business (00:37:26)

7. Challenges of Being an Entrepreneur (00:44:29)