I lived in a converted toolshed after the 2008 recession. It taught me resilience, and now, I run multiple businesses.

The author (not pictured) lived in a toolshed when he had no other options.NataKor/Getty ImagesI lost my job in 2007 at the start of the recession and ended up living in a converted toolshed.While living there, I learned everything I needed to start my own business.I learned that resilience is the strongest character trait for an entrepreneur.I lost everything in 2007 at the start of the recession. I was just 23 years old and suddenly homeless.First, I lost my job overnight. With no income, I st