Exit Paradox
Anastasia Koroleva
I'm Anastasia Koroleva, a 4x exited founder exploring life after selling a business with some of the most remarkable post-exit entrepreneurs in the world. Together, we rediscover purpose, redefine success, master investing, and build fulfilling lives and families.
Having survived a 9-digit exit, I dedicated a decade to researching the deepest challenges faced by entrepreneurs after a business sale. This podcast is the platform to share my and other exited founders' hard-earned wisdom with the world.
To join our community, please subscribe and share your thoughts. I’d love to hear from you 🙏.
Having survived a 9-digit exit, I dedicated a decade to researching the deepest challenges faced by entrepreneurs after a business sale. This podcast is the platform to share my and other exited founders' hard-earned wisdom with the world.
To join our community, please subscribe and share your thoughts. I’d love to hear from you 🙏.
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Dec 28, 2023 • 1h 1min
Adrien Cohen. 2x Unicorn Builder Talks Purpose After a Business Sale
Adrien Cohen, an accomplished entrepreneur known for building and selling Lazada for $3 billion and driving Tractable's growth, shares his profound insights. He discusses his transition from a finance career to venture philanthropy, aiming to cure paralysis. Adrien opens up about the challenges of balancing wealth and purpose, his family's journey through secretive wealth, and the emotional complexities post-business success. He also explores the need for funding in biotech and the importance of meaningful relationships in pursuing a fulfilling life.
Dec 28, 2023 • 1h 13min
Mimi Ikonn. Making my first $1M at 25 helped me find my true purpose earlier in life.
Entrepreneur Mimi Ikonn discusses finding purpose after selling Luxy Hair, focusing on gratitude, self-improvement, and conscious uncoupling. She shares insights on legacy, redefining success, and choosing love as the ultimate purpose.
Dec 18, 2023 • 1h 10min
Pete Henderson. War Journalist Turned Exited Founder
Pete Henderson, a legendary adventurer and best-selling author, shares his wild journey from war journalism in conflict zones to founding a sustainable food initiative. He discusses transformative experiences, such as capturing significant world events and revolutionizing communication in South Sudan. Pete delves into the evolution from solar energy projects to creating a health-oriented food company. He emphasizes the importance of self-discovery, community empowerment, and the power of kindness during perilous times, weaving personal stories with global missions.
Dec 11, 2023 • 1h 3min
Vikrant Bhargava. From $8.5B IPO to True Purpose
In a compelling conversation, Vikrant Bhargava, a masterful businessman who led his company to an astounding $8.5B IPO, shares his journey from corporate success to addressing global challenges. He discusses the importance of pursuing true purpose over financial gain and reflects on the emotional complexities of wealth and identity post-IPO. Vikrant highlights his philanthropic platform, Let's Change, which aims to enhance charitable giving in India. His insights on balancing personal wealth and relationships, along with his innovative problem-solving approach, are truly inspiring.
Dec 4, 2023 • 1h 15min
Ex-Founder Michia Rohrssen: “I'm an adventurer!”
Michia Rohrssen is a 3-time founder, world champion in martial arts, and content creator who sold his tech company for $110 million at 34. He explores the transformational journey from a challenging upbringing to financial freedom. Michia shares how self-doubt fueled his pursuits and why he prioritizes purpose over wealth. He discusses embracing a 'James Bond lifestyle' while navigating the paradox of choice, and inspires listeners by detailing his decision to help entrepreneurs find their own freedom, including turning down a massive earn-out for a YouTube career.
