Markus Kaulius, a serial entrepreneur and bestselling author of "Play a Bigger Game," shares his inspiring journey from building a multi-million dollar supplement business to navigating the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship. He emphasizes the profound impact of personal growth, faith, and the importance of surrounding oneself with driven individuals. Markus also offers wisdom for Christian entrepreneurs, encouraging them to seek spiritual fulfillment alongside professional success, and stresses that clarity often arises after taking bold actions.
Markus Kaulius emphasizes the importance of personal development and surrounding oneself with driven individuals to inspire growth and perspective shifts.
He warns that true fulfillment in entrepreneurship comes from enjoying the journey and learning, rather than solely achieving material success.
Deep dives
The Journey to Success
The episode highlights the inspiring journey of Marcus Collius, a serial entrepreneur who transformed from running three supplement stores to building a renowned supplement brand that generated $170 million in revenue. His approach was built on faith and taking the first steps toward goals, despite being uncertain of the path ahead. Through resilience and dedication, he learned that the entrepreneurial journey is often challenging and requires years of persistent effort before significant success is achieved. Marcus emphasizes that true fulfillment in entrepreneurship transcends monetary gains and is often found in enjoying the journey and learning along the way.
The Importance of Personal Development
Personal development is a crucial theme discussed, as both hosts share their experiences with growth and coaching. Marcus notes that those who actively pursue personal and professional growth are often go-getters and world-changers, rather than the desperate individuals commonly portrayed. He credits personal development seminars and prominent figures like Tony Robbins for helping him break free from limiting beliefs that stemmed from his impoverished upbringing. The conversation underscores the importance of surrounding oneself with driven individuals to inspire new perspectives and opportunities for growth.
Navigating Entrepreneurial Success
The conversation delves into the often glamorized portrayal of entrepreneurship, cautioning against the dangers of equating success with material wealth. Marcus discusses the emotional pitfalls that entrepreneurs frequently face after achieving significant success, notably a sense of unfulfillment. He stresses the need to enjoy the process and the journey, rather than focusing solely on end goals that can lead to disappointment. Successful entrepreneurs, he argues, should continue to involve God in their endeavors and not become complacent after reaching a level of success.
Creating a Lasting Impact
Marcus discusses his book, 'Play a Bigger Game,' which integrates seven universal principles aimed at helping readers find true fulfillment in life. He emphasizes the importance of taking action, not just reading the material, as true transformation comes from applying the lessons learned. His goal is to inspire readers to break free from limiting beliefs and challenges them to pursue their dreams with conviction. The episode serves as a reminder that the journey toward success and fulfillment requires commitment, personal growth, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
Minutes before recording this episode, we found out that Play a Bigger Game officially earned its place on USA Today's Bestsellers list! Today, we are thrilled to be joined by the book's author and fellow Brand Builders Group member, Markus Kaulius – a serial entrepreneur who has built multiple eight and nine-figure businesses, and whose influence spans many industries from business to health and fitness. Markus is here to share his story of personal growth and success, and he begins by explaining how and why he became a member of Brand Builders Group. We discuss God's undeniable and profound influence over Markus's life, how he grew his supplements startup into a multi-million dollar business, how he navigates the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and his take on the importance of growth and personal development. To end, Markus shares some helpful advice for Christian entrepreneurs who are trying to reach the pinnacle of their profession, and we discover how to connect with him, his book, and his many good works.
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