From PC Gaming Geek to Tech Entrepreneur with John Esposito | Episode 005

In this episode of Career Downloads, host Manuel Martinez sits down with John Esposito, a tech enthusiast turned entrepreneur, to explore his fascinating journey from building computers for gaming as a kid to founding a innovative loyalty rewards app. John shares invaluable insights on career pivots, the art of pitching to investors, and the importance of resilience in the face of rejection.

Meet John Esposito: Las Vegas native, tech enthusiast, and co-founder of Loyal Unlimited
- John's early start in tech: Building his first computer at 12 and dominating video games
- The unexpected path: From journalism major to IT recruiting in Chicago
- Mastering the art of translating tech-speak for non-technical clients
- The birth of Loyal Unlimited: A game-changing loyalty rewards app
- Securing startup funding: Leveraging networks and learning from rejections

Key takeaways for aspiring entrepreneurs and job seekers:
- The power of networking and building relationships
- Embracing failure as a learning opportunity
- The importance of clear communication in tech
- How to handle tough questions during pitches and interviews

Quote:
"Learn from those noes, that's all I can say. There's a reason why people are saying no. There's a reason why someone is going to say yes. Go through all the noes and then implement the yeses and then you'll eventually win." - John Esposito

"Technology is another language in itself, right? So trying to translate that is definitely a skill." - John Esposito

"Just because someone has money doesn't mean they're going to like your idea or just throw money at you, right? You have to find someone that's going to, I guess, like the idea that you have and continue to go with it and be your mentor and try to make sure that the money that they're giving you is actually going to get a return on their end in the long run." - John Esposito

Resources Mentioned:
Loyal Unlimited app

Connect with John:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/espo702/
Espo Consulting (espoconsulting.com)

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