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Prove Them Wrong
- One Immigrant’s 10-Year Journey from Bankrupt to Millionaire
- Narrated by: Carlos Pezua
- Length: 3 hrs and 1 min
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Publisher's Summary
On a crisp January morning in 2000, Héctor E. Quiroga bid farewell to his native Colombia, with nothing but a suitcase and a dream of building a life in America. He embarked on a journey filled with challenges and victories, often grappling with a language he barely spoke, dream deferred, and jobs far removed from his aspirations.
Prove Them Wrong: One Immigrant’s 10-Year Journey from Bankrupt to Millionaire is the inspirational story of an immigrant's pursuit of the American Dream – a trajectory fraught with unparalleled obstacles and exceptional triumphs. As Héctor plunged into an alien culture, the hardships were intense, the loneliness profound, but his relentless spirit was undeterred. Along with the trials came incredible opportunities, imprinting invaluable lessons on Héctor about:
Discovering the resilience of the human spirit amid life's sternest tests
Holding onto hope in the face of paralyzing fear and uncertainty
Trusting oneself, even when beset by doubt and societal pressure
From formidable beginnings, what emerges is an inspiring life story. Héctor's journey from bankrupt to million-dollar lawyer and businessman reflects the embodiment of the American Dream, drawing on resilience, hard work, and an unwavering belief in one's own potential.
Offering an intimate look into a side of the immigrant experience seldom seen, Prove Them Wrong is a moving, insightful, and compelling exploration on how far resilience can take you. This is a story of embracing your path, believing in your potential, and living life to the fullest – no matter the odds.