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From $175K to Over $100M: Anne Mahlum’s Journey of All-In Bets and Astonishing Success

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Jul 16, 2024
Anne Mahlum, the founder of SolidCore, shares her incredible journey from building a $90 million Pilates empire to launching the nonprofit Back on My Feet. She discusses the pivotal moments that shaped her confidence and entrepreneurial spirit, including her bold decision to invest her entire net worth in her startup. Anne reveals how childhood influences impacted her financial mindset and highlights the importance of reinvesting in both business and personal growth. She encourages a shift from traditional views on spending and wealth, emphasizing the power of education and community.
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Contrasting Financial Influences

  • Anne Mahlum's parents had contrasting views on money.
  • Her father lived for today, while her mother was a penny-pincher.
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Drive for Validation

  • Anne's drive stemmed from a desire for love and acceptance, not money.
  • She overachieved to gain approval, graduating college early with two degrees and excelling in sports.
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Impact of Addiction

  • Anne's father's gambling addiction caused financial strain and her parents' divorce.
  • This experience shaped Anne's view of money and her desire to avoid it causing problems in her life.
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