"I truly believe success is different for every single person. The reason behind my book was to help people in their journey to whatever their dream life looks like. We're all going to have those tough days and moments—how do we push through? The goal is really to share the story behind the story, to help others realize that greatness and growth come from pushing past those struggles."

“If you like your coffee, I say that coffee is the smell of money. When I go to the coffee shop and I'm spending $4, I'm with somebody I love, I'm building a new relationship, I'm doing a business deal. Coffee is an investment for me. If coffee makes you feel good, buy your coffee. But you need to find a way then to make $3 more per day. Don’t budget yourself to financial freedom—let’s make more money doing what you enjoy.”

“The 3rd day is what separates pros from amateurs,” Dre explains. “It’s easy to do the work when you’re getting results, but will you show up when nothing’s happening? That consistency, even when you don’t feel like it or see immediate rewards, is how you set yourself apart and lay the groundwork for long-term success.”

Jessica Perez is the driving force behind Jessica Perez Consulting, a firm dedicated to helping startups, small businesses, & entrepreneurs.

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