I was born on Christmas. This means that I grew up with “combined Christmas and birthday” presents and parties — what little my single mother could afford back then, anyway.

Perhaps my upbringing ultimately motivated me to work so hard — because these days, I can technically afford to “gift” myself anything I want at any time. My construction company launched when I was in my early thirties (not long after my first wife left me), and business has grown nonstop.

This year I turn fifty, and believe me, in more ways than one, I consider myself extremely fortunate. I’m in good health, great shape, and still have all my hair. But the best part is that my successful business has allowed for me to ensure my family’s ample comfort — which is more than enough —... Leer Más