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Resilience Redefined: From Bankruptcy to Business Triumph with Matt Haycox

Season 1, Ep. 35
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It's another transformative episode featuring Matt Haycox. Let's explore the multifaceted journey of this entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist who has left an indelible mark on the business landscape.

Delve into the challenges of working in a family business as Matt shares his personal insights and experiences. Uncover the inspiring story of resilience as Matt discusses how he overcame bankruptcy in his early 20s, emerging even stronger and more successful.

Explore the intricacies of entrepreneurship, gaining firsthand knowledge of what it truly takes to thrive in the business world. Discover the skills and mindset that propelled Matt to success and made him a notable figure in the industry.

Matt also highlights the crucial role of networking in building a successful business. Learn the art of cultivating connections and leveraging relationships to propel your ventures forward.

00:00 Intro

02:04 Learning from my mistake

03:01 I wanted to be an entrepreneur early on

05:29 Working in a family business

08:56 Navigating bankruptcy

12:36 Overcoming challenges

14:25 Going to leisure business

19:56 How to invest

26:05 Advice on how to borrow money

29:14 Dubai: the land of opportunities

32:48 You can learn to be an entrepreneur

34:46 Skillsets of an entrepreneur

37:45 Biggest challenge

40:03 Balancing your business life

43:07 Build your network

49:28 Never give up

50:08 Conclusion

Learn more about Matt Haycox via LinkedIn & Instagram.

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