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In this episode, Ankur Nagpal shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings to building and selling successful companies. Codie and Ankur discuss the importance of company culture, team dynamics, hiring the right talent, the evolving landscape and challenges with entrepreneurship. They delve into the fear of failure, personal growth, the value of leadership and the importance of taking action as a builder.

Chapters

00:00- From Humble Beginnings to Major Success

03:07- Navigating Company Culture and Team Dynamics

05:52- The Journey of Entrepreneurship and Financial Growth

08:55- Building Wealth and Giving Back

11:57- Innovative Fundraising Strategies

14:52- The Importance of Persistence in Business

17:56- Lessons from the Entrepreneurial Journey

24:44- The Value of Youth in Entrepreneurship

27:37- Navigating the Tax Code: A Business Opportunity

32:18- Building Trust in Financial Services

36:07- The Role of Immigration in Entrepreneurship

39:36- The Fear of Failure as a Second-Time Founder

45:52- The Importance of Creation Over Consumption

51:56- Navigating the 2020 Market Crash

54:44- The Value of Education and College

57:49- The Future of Online Education

01:00:34- Hiring Strategies and Identifying A Players

01:03:19- The Importance of Initiative in Founders

01:06:22- The Role of Regulation in Business

01:10:11- The Mental Challenges of Entrepreneurship

01:13:00- Finding Inspiration in Leadership

01:16:35- Taking Action as a Builder

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