#003 - Alfonso Cuadra: Leader of Leaders & Inspirational Entrepreneur

The GROW GIVE EXPAND Podcast

Welcome to another episode of The GROW GIVE EXPAND Podcast! Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy the show! This episode features the exceptional, inspirational, Alfonso Cuadra. Alfonso is the President of The Cuadra Group of companies which consists of 11 businesses operating in retail, media, home improvements, real estate, and public speaking. At 42 years young, Alfonso still has that “just getting started” energy. His story is one of inspiration, from fleeing the war torn nation of Ecuador as a young child, coming to Canada and then having to flee Canada, to dropping out of high-school and living on the streets, to running a multi-million dollar clothing company before the ago of 20. His story puts in perspective the struggles that we go through, and is proof that you can turn things around if you’re willing to take responsibility for your life, look in the mirror and say “I have to change”. In our conversation, Alfonso explains why he had to change, how he had to take responsibility for his life, and how that decision led him down a much different journey than the one he was on. We speak at length about mindset, the power of having a strong why (or intention) and why it’s critical to have one to power you through the tough times that will inevitably come your way. We then get into a ton of excellent operation tools and practices as Alfonso shares with us the ways that allow him to be a leader of leaders. Alfonso shares how to position yourself and others to do the things that they (and you) most enjoy, looking at every interaction from a “what’s in it for them” mentality, investing in one’s self, creating urgency in goal-setting to multiply time, and soaring with eagles aka surrounding yourself with quality people. Alfonso is sure to leave you with some incredibly valuable knowledge and experience that you can immediately apply in your personal life and in your business. If you’d like to get in touch with Alfonso you can do so by visiting his website at www.alfonsocuadra.com. I also highly encourage you to check out the Cuadra Youth Foundation, a great initiative that Alfonso pours his heart into. You can search that on Facebook by typing Cuadra Youth Foundation. If you liked the show please leave us a review, or one step better, subscribe to the show on the podcast platform of your liking and share the show with your friends, family, or anyone you feel could benefit from the conversations contained within. To connect with Doug you can do so on Instagram @dougwmeyers. Keep GROWING, GIVING, and EXPANDING!