Description

How did a dyslexic high school dropout become a successful inventor and entrepreneur? In this episode of Total Michigan, host Cliff DuVernois interviews Terry Duperon, founder of Duperon Corporation and Duperon Education. Terry shares his incredible story of overcoming severe dyslexia and other personal challenges to become a successful inventor and entrepreneur.

In this show, we discuss:

• Terry Duperon shares his inspiring journey from early struggles with dyslexia to founding a multi-million dollar company.
• Discussion of his educational ventures, including teaching entrepreneurship and starting Duperon Education and the One Degree Club.
• Insights into his philosophy on life and business, emphasizing the importance of taking the next clear step and leveraging personal strengths.

Links:

The Class: https://www.duperoneducation.com/the-class

One Degree: https://www.duperoneducation.com/one-degree

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Show Notes:

00:00 Reflecting on Past Challenges

01:35 Terry's Early Life and Education

02:40 Overcoming Dyslexia

03:59 First Patent and Mechanical Aptitude

05:05 Founding Duperon Corporation

06:54 Starting Duperon Education

10:48 The One Degree Club

19:46 Expanding International Footprint

20:08 The Value of Real-Time Learning

21:23 The One Degree Club and Startups

23:26 Purpose and Outcome of the Class

27:08 Personal Stories and T-isms

27:23 Take the Next Clear Step

31:43 Embracing the Present and Faith

37:02 Conclusion and Next Steps