Story & Lesson Highlights with Matthew Defreitas of Virginia

Matthew Defreitas shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Matthew, so good to connect and we’re excited to share your story and insights with our audience. There’s a ton to learn from your story, but let’s start with a warm up before we get into the heart of the interview. Have any recent moments made you laugh or feel proud?
When I bought one my first car and was one of my dream cars the Subaru WRX

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Matthew Defreitas. I am a content creator, streamer, and a business owner. I love cars, video games, and anime..

Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. Who taught you the most about work?
My best friends Dad. He has been a second father figure in my life and taught me great work ethic.

Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Yes absolutely. It was in June 2023. I had a lot of my people that I trusted stop believing me and it was the lowest point of my life.

Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. Is the public version of you the real you?
Yes I don’t put on a facade for anyone.

Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. When do you feel most at peace?
Being around like minded people that like cars, anime, and video games like me.

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