What if your greatest struggle could become your greatest success? Join us for an intimate conversation with Dorothy Ho, a dance studio owner whose journey from a challenging childhood to running an award-winning academy is nothing short of inspiring. Hear how her mother's unfulfilled dream of dancing reluctantly led Dorothy to take up dance lessons, ultimately igniting a passion that shaped her life. Discover the crucial role of parental influence, the perseverance needed to stick with an activity, and the sheer joy that comes from mastering a skill. Dorothy shares invaluable advice for parents navigating their children's interests and emphasizes the transformative power of persistence.

We discuss the financial challenges of running a business, the delicate balance between feeling rich and being financially rich, and the importance of setting firm boundaries between personal and business finances. Dorothy offers a candid look at how she navigates these complexities, providing practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Finally, we delve into the themes of conscious spending, mentorship, and learning from failure. She provides insight into finding the right mentor and the reciprocal benefits of mentoring others. Embrace Dorothy's reflections on transformation, as she shares poignant lessons from her mistakes and the significance of self-advocacy and time management in achieving success. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom, inspiration, and heartfelt gratitude—don’t miss it!

Guest Bio:
At 21 years old, Dorothy Ho dropped out of college and opened her own dance studio, Charade Dance Academy. Six years later, her academy has produced award-winning dancers, taught over 700 students in Garden Grove, and is now expanding to offer an even more inspiring space for creativity. At a young age, she was placed in foster care due to her parents' incarceration. Dorothy’s life took a turn when her mother was released, and she was raised by a single parent. Despite facing financial challenges, her love for the Arts never wavered, leading her to graduate from the Orange County School of the Arts in 2015.

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Links/Resources:

• The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
• I Will Teach You To Be Rich by Ramit Sethi
• How to Get Rich (Netflix Documentary)
• J.R.’ Book summaries: www.marloyonocruz.com
• Oshinoko (anime)
• Alien: Romulus (movie)
• Altered Carbon (TV series)
• Psycho Pass (anime)
• Death Note (anime)
• Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse (movie)
• Blue-Eyed Samurai (Netflix)

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