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June 4, 2025 71 mins

Entrepreneurship is a journey of highs and lows, and in this special 2-year anniversary episode of The Leadership Toolkit we dive into powerful insights about risk-taking, resilience, and rebuilding after hitting rock bottom. Join host Mike Phillips and his guest, entrepreneur and business leader Mat Koenig, as they share raw stories of navigating failure, the importance of humility, and finding the courage to start again.


What an amazing and raw show to celebrate two years of The Leadership Toolkit!


Whether you're a leader, creator, or aspiring entrepreneur, this candid conversation will inspire you to embrace challenges, learn from setbacks, and lead with authenticity. Don’t miss this celebration of perseverance and growth—watch now and take your leadership toolkit to the next level!


🧰 Tools of the Trade: Top Takeaways You Can Use

1️⃣ Desperation Breeds Humility: Many need that kick-from-behind moment to align with their true calling. Allow adversity to propel you back into the front.

2️⃣ Mitigate Your Ego: Know that confidence doesn't equate to arrogance. Balance your self-belief with openness to growth. Admitting when help is needed doesn’t diminish your worth—it enhances it.

3️⃣ Expectations Matter: Establish and maintain clear expectations. Foster relationships rooted in accountability, ensuring everyone is pulling in the same direction.

4️⃣ Value Genuine Connections: Your relationships have far-reaching impacts. They could easily hold the keys to new partnerships, collaborations, or advances.

5️⃣ Expect Luck to Play a Role: Sometimes it’s not just your preparation and determination. Accept that a bit of grace can spark opportunities.


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Contact Information:

Mat Koenig

Email: Mat@RockStarInfo.com

LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin.com/in/realMatKoenig

Web: RockStarInfo.com 


Mike Phillips

Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠mike@TheLeadshipToolkit.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin.com/in/LeadTheTeam⁠⁠⁠⁠

Twitter: ⁠⁠@LeadTheTeam⁠

YouTube: ⁠YouTube.com/@MikePhillips


Credits:

Hosted by Mike Phillips

Produced by The Leadership Toolkit Team

Guest: Mat Koenig, Rockstar entrepreneur and leadership expert


Watch more episodes of the Leadership Toolkit at https://spotify.TheLeadershipToolkit.com

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