59 min
#7. Family Bonds and Building Empires: A Heartfelt Dialogue with Trixy Castro Positive Traction Podcast with Coach Henry
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- Entrepreneurship
Episode #7: Join me as I sit down with my incredible sister, Trixy Castro, a beacon of entrepreneurial spirit and a cornerstone in my journey to success. In our heartfelt conversation, we reminisce about the roots of our business ambitions, tracing back to Trixy’s early venture, Trixy’s Tutor Time, and how these early experiences instilled in us the invaluable lessons of effort and reward. Trixy shares her strategic pivot into the banking industry and how it paved the way for her to establish her own firm, Genesis Capital. Throughout our discussion, we delve into the nuances of overcoming obstacles, the unique challenges of being a woman in a traditionally male-dominated field, and the power of recognizing market opportunities to drive significant change.
Listen in as we reveal key insights into personal and professional growth, discussing the critical importance of expertise in one's field and the never-ending pursuit of knowledge. Trixy and I highlight the transformative effects of side hustles, the art of raising your own bar, and surrounding yourself with top-tier influences to propel your growth. Reflecting on our family background, we discuss how our shared values and approach to learning, despite being raised in separate households, have profoundly shaped our paths to success. Moreover, we explore the delicate balance of confidence and humility, and how to harness true listening as a source of learning and growth, drawing from personal anecdotes that shaped our ambition and drive.
In this enlightening session, we also touch upon the challenging aspects of entrepreneurship, such as navigating fear, betrayal, and adversity.Trixy’s own experiences of building her company from the ground up, only to face trials that tested her resilience, offer valuable lessons on safeguarding one's achievements and the necessity of a foundational business education. We also share practical daily success tips, emphasizing the importance of meditation, exercise, and gratitude, and how these practices can set the tone for personal and professional well-being. Ending on a poignant note, we celebrate the joy of family moments and memories, underscoring the significance of unity and support in our lives. Don't miss this powerful episode filled with wisdom, practical advice, and the celebration of family entrepreneurship success stories.
Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @positivetractionpodcast and WATCH us on YouTube!
Timestamps:
(01:52 - 02:51) Teenage Entrepreneurial Experience
(14:49 - 16:09) Learning Through Active Listening
(21:04 - 21:56) Pursuing the American Dream
(27:14 - 28:26) Navigating Money and Stigma
(31:35 - 32:26) Overcoming Business Fear
(48:15 - 50:12) Importance of Daily Routine for Success
Episode #7: Join me as I sit down with my incredible sister, Trixy Castro, a beacon of entrepreneurial spirit and a cornerstone in my journey to success. In our heartfelt conversation, we reminisce about the roots of our business ambitions, tracing back to Trixy’s early venture, Trixy’s Tutor Time, and how these early experiences instilled in us the invaluable lessons of effort and reward. Trixy shares her strategic pivot into the banking industry and how it paved the way for her to establish her own firm, Genesis Capital. Throughout our discussion, we delve into the nuances of overcoming obstacles, the unique challenges of being a woman in a traditionally male-dominated field, and the power of recognizing market opportunities to drive significant change.
Listen in as we reveal key insights into personal and professional growth, discussing the critical importance of expertise in one's field and the never-ending pursuit of knowledge. Trixy and I highlight the transformative effects of side hustles, the art of raising your own bar, and surrounding yourself with top-tier influences to propel your growth. Reflecting on our family background, we discuss how our shared values and approach to learning, despite being raised in separate households, have profoundly shaped our paths to success. Moreover, we explore the delicate balance of confidence and humility, and how to harness true listening as a source of learning and growth, drawing from personal anecdotes that shaped our ambition and drive.
In this enlightening session, we also touch upon the challenging aspects of entrepreneurship, such as navigating fear, betrayal, and adversity.Trixy’s own experiences of building her company from the ground up, only to face trials that tested her resilience, offer valuable lessons on safeguarding one's achievements and the necessity of a foundational business education. We also share practical daily success tips, emphasizing the importance of meditation, exercise, and gratitude, and how these practices can set the tone for personal and professional well-being. Ending on a poignant note, we celebrate the joy of family moments and memories, underscoring the significance of unity and support in our lives. Don't miss this powerful episode filled with wisdom, practical advice, and the celebration of family entrepreneurship success stories.
Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @positivetractionpodcast and WATCH us on YouTube!
Timestamps:
(01:52 - 02:51) Teenage Entrepreneurial Experience
(14:49 - 16:09) Learning Through Active Listening
(21:04 - 21:56) Pursuing the American Dream
(27:14 - 28:26) Navigating Money and Stigma
(31:35 - 32:26) Overcoming Business Fear
(48:15 - 50:12) Importance of Daily Routine for Success
59 min