Crafting an Entrepreneurial Life with Heart and Purpose

Apr 16, 2025

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Embracing Discomfort for Growth: "in order to live a life you haven't lived, you have to do things you haven't done." - Marc Scheff

This is a fun one. Our guest, Marc Scheff, joins us for a conversation that bridges the worlds of tech, art, and self-transformation.

Marc, who began his journey in computer science, found his calling through a remarkable pivot to coaching and illustration. He'll share with us the life-altering moments that propelled him from a traditional tech job to embracing the highs and lows of a creative life.

Marc's story is a testament to the power of incremental change and the role of mentorship, as he introduces us to the concept of using your superpowers – yes, he even fits leftovers perfectly in Tupperware – for greater impact.

We explore how to straddle the analytical and artistic sides of our brains, the importance of mental health, and how finding your purpose and passion transcends the pursuit of money.

For anyone seeking to make a leap into the world of entrepreneurship, or to invigorate their current endeavors with fresh insight, this episode promises to cultivate that spark within you.

So, whether you're an established entrepreneur or just starting to consider turning your passion into your career, let's discover how embracing your authentic self can open a universe of possibilities.

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Key Empowering Takeaways

Embrace Gradual Shifts: Marc brilliantly highlights the power of taking small, consistent steps towards change. Like adjusting a rocket's trajectory mid-flight, the path to our dreams is often through incremental, strategic shifts.
Discovery Through Support: Support systems are crucial in our quest for transformation. Whether shifting careers or scaling your business, having mentors like Marc can guide you to a fulfilling path of self-discovery and profound change.
Balancing Creativity & Analysis: Stereotypes often box us into being 'analytical' or 'creative'. Marc dismantles this myth, showcasing how he helps individuals harness both sides to unlock their full potential and thrive in any endeavor.

Empowering Moments

05:23 High school art passion defied parental expectations.

07:02 Tech industry crashes, artist takes art class.

10:07 Teacher who supported and trusted, remained influential.

13:35 20 years in art and coaching, big changes.

19:38 Facing struggles helped me grow and learn.

20:32 Transitioning to entrepreneurship involves overcoming societal conditioning.

26:22 Book focuses on the myth of brain dominance.

27:08 Studied computer science but valued creative thinking.

32:38 Take small steps for exponential impact over time.

36:12 Discovery sessions for uncovering clients' deeper purpose.

38:32 Encouraging others to pursue their passions and impact.

41:30 Creating community through entrepreneurship advice podcast.

43:30 Access to information fosters entrepreneurial opportunities.

47:52 Explore feelings, not just business strategies.

50:55 Fulfilling purpose by unleashing creativity with clients.

53:33 Make small steps toward your vision.

Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.

Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.

Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success

Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.

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Glenn Harper, CPA, is the Owner and Managing Partner of Harper & Company CPAs Plus, a top 10 Managing Partner in the country (Accounting Today's 2022 MP Elite). His firm won the 2021 Luca Award for Firm of the Year.

An entrepreneur and speaker, Glenn transformed his firm into an advisory-focused practice, doubling revenue and profit in two years. He teaches entrepreneurs to build financial and operational excellence, speaks nationwide to CPA firm owners about running their businesses like entrepreneurs, and consults with firms across the country. Glenn enjoys golfing, fishing, hiking, cooking, and spending time with his family.

Julie Smith, MBA, is a serial entrepreneur in the public accounting space. She is the Founder of EmpowerCPA™, Founder of PureTax, LLC, COO for Harper & Company CPAs Plus, and Co-host of the Empowering Entrepreneurs podcast.

Named CPA.com's 2021 Innovative Practitioner of Year, Julie led Harper & Company's transition to an advisory-focused firm, doubling revenue and profit in two years. She now empowers other CPA firm owners nationwide through consulting and speaking, teaching them how to run their businesses like entrepreneurs. Julie lives in Columbus, OH with her family and enjoys travel, coaching basketball, sporting events, and the occasional shopping spree.

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