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April 22, 2019 40 mins

Jayson Gaignard is a Canadian entrepreneur, networking specialist, and author who founded Mastermind Talks, an invitation-only conference for entrepreneurs, in 2013.

Jayson dropped out of high school at the age of 17 and began working as an auto mechanic. In 2004, Jayson founded VIP Services Inc., a Toronto-based full-service concierge company. The company evolved into an online ticket seller and changed its name to Tickets Canada, which generated $5 million in annual sales.

On this Episode of Inspiring Lives, Jason Gaignard spends time discussing his MasterMind Program, what makes an “entrepreneur” successful, taking risks, identifying your purpose, creating community and meaningful relationships.

Jason also gives his thoughts on daily health, time management, staying focused and walking prepared into social situations.

Finally, find out what helped Jason rebound after hitting rock bottom in his early twenties.

In this episode we cover

  • The Mastermind Program and What Makes a Quality Entrepreneur - [0:03:10]
  • Community Made and Building Community - [0:09:50]
  • Relationship to Money and Creating Purpose - [0:15:00]
  • Daily Health, Time Management, Focus, and Walking In to Social Situations Prepared - [0:19:30]
  • Taking Risks, the Dark Times and Dealing with Pressure - [0:27:08]
  • Similar Traits Amongst Entrepreneurs + Awareness - [32:05]
  • People Mentioned

    Philip McKernan

    Where to find Jayson

    Twitter: @jaysongaignard
    Instagram: @jaysongaignard
    Facebook: @CommunityMadePodcast
    Website: https://www.jaysongaignard.com/

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