In this conversation, John Maher, founder of The Victorian Group and a former Forbes feature at just 18, shares his tumultuous journey from early success to battling alcoholism by 21. He reveals the harsh lessons learned while rebuilding his agency to $600K in revenue with impressive profit margins. Topics include grappling with marketing complexities in regulated industries, the value of mentorship during personal crises, and the resilience required to thrive despite setbacks. John's inspiring insights highlight the transformative power of perseverance.