Episode 77 - Ken Rusk - From Bullying to Building Success: Ken's Journey to Self-Acceptance and Prosperity

This episode:  From Bullying to Building Success: Ken's Journey to Self-Acceptance and Prosperity. 

Here’s what you’ll learn about:

Societal expectations and personal defining moments, including childhood bullying. (0:08)

• Ken Rusk shares personal story of overcoming bullying and finding self-acceptance.

Using humor to cope with bullying and unresolved pain. (1:43)

• Ken shares a personal story of using humor to deflect bullying, inspiring others to do the same.
• He reflects on his past experiences with unresolved pain, leading him to pursue various jobs and find meaningful work.

Delayed gratification and its impact on work ethic and wealth building. (6:18)

• Ken reflects on the importance of delayed gratification in building wealth.

The power of visualization and anticipation in achieving goals. (7:09)

• Ken Rusk believes anticipation is key to achieving goals, and visualization can enhance that anticipation.
• Ken emphasizes the importance of taking control of one's thoughts, words, and actions to achieve success.

The power of visualization for manifesting one's desires. (9:50).

• Visualization is powerful, requires no training, and can be done at any age.
• Ken learns from Tony Robbins that visualization can trick brain into thinking desired outcome is already yours.
• Ken emphasizes importance of involving all senses in visualization for maximum effectiveness.

The importance of proactive thinking and breaking free from reactive patterns. (14:48).

• Ken emphasizes the importance of being proactive and taking risks, rather than being reactive and following a predetermined schedule.
• His father's death and the resulting realization that life is short has led Ken to prioritize self-healing and personal growth.

Entrepreneurship, following dreams, and the importance of passion. (18:40).

• Ken Rusk worked in various industries, including basement digging and franchising, and opened companies from scratch.
• His father supported his decision to follow his dreams, despite not going to college himself.
• Ken believes that following one's passion and monetizing it is key to success.

The value of college degrees in a changing job market. (25:10).

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