Tal and PJ welcome Christopher Guerrera, who shares his extraordinary journey from working with industry giants like Ford and BMW to becoming a two-time Shark Tank winner and a familiar face on national TV. He discusses the daring decisions that shaped his career, the financial risks he took to fund his ventures, and the pivotal moments that tested his persistence. Christopher also delves into his passion for mentorship, recounting stories of inventors he's helped, and his upcoming event "Modern Pitch the Pros." He also reflects on a bold live proposal on Good Morning America, which led to an unforgettable hot mic moment.

Key Discussion Points:

1. Christopher's career-defining moves at Ford and BMW and how they shaped his journey.

2. The financial risks and self-funding challenges that added twists to his entrepreneurial path.

3. Overcoming moments when everything seemed to go wrong and the power of persistence.

4. The bold live proposal to his wife on Good Morning America and the unexpected hot mic moment.

5. Collaborations with high-profile figures like Daymond John and their impact on his business.

6. Mentoring inventors and transforming their ideas into success stories.

7. Scaling businesses with unconventional strategies and the importance of a strong team.

8. The "Modern Pitch the Pros" event and the wildest pitch Christopher has encountered.

9. Insights gained from his appearances on Shark Tank, TV shows, and national competitions.

10. Christopher's entrepreneurial philosophy distilled into bold advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Quotable Moments:

"Persistence and grinding, working with the right people, but in the end, I'm always betting on ME."

"Take actions until you do; it's just a thought. Have a real plan that you can measure yourself against."

Connect with Christopher:

- Facebook: [@themoderninventor](https://www.facebook.com/themoderninventor)

- Instagram: [@moderninventorllc](https://www.instagram.com/moderninventorllc)

- LinkedIn: [@themoderninventor](https://www.linkedin.com/company/themoderninventor)

- TikTok: [@moderninventorllc](https://www.tiktok.com/@moderninventorllc)

Listener Engagement:

We're eager to hear your thoughts on Christopher's journey and how his stories of risk-taking and persistence resonate with your own entrepreneurial experiences.

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