In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline connects with Martin Moll, a former corporate executive who transitioned into entrepreneurship late in life. Martin shares his journey from a top-ranking position in finance to co-founding Breakaway Advisors, highlighting the importance of authenticity, mentorship, and scaling in business. They discuss the Breakaway model, its focus on flexible and equitable work environments, and its impact on both clients and advisors. The conversation also touches on the evolving accounting industry and how Breakaway Advisors is positioned to become a national brand in client accounting services.
01:03 Guest Introduction: Martin Moll's Journey
01:21 The Entrepreneurial Bug: Martin's Transition
01:45 Conversation with Martin Moll Begins
02:52 Martin's Business Backstory
03:17 From Law to Accounting: Martin's Career Path
05:20 Discovering the Entrepreneurial Spirit
05:46 Challenges and Changes in Entrepreneurship
13:03 Building Breakaway Advisors
16:40 Empowering Advisors and Clients
22:53 The Importance of Branding
25:35 The Importance of Scaling in Business
26:25 Building a Brand Beyond the Founders
28:14 The Role of Mentorship in Business Growth
32:19 Challenges and Evolution in the Accounting Industry
37:17 Leveraging AI for Business Efficiency
45:54 Empowering Women in Business
47:36 What's Next for Breakaway and Final Thoughts
Connect with Martin -
https://www.linkedin.com/in/martindmoll/
https://breakawayba.com/
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