150: Nate Douglas | Fearless Pursuits in Business and Life

In today's episode of The Edge of Excellence podcast, Matt is joined by Nate Douglas, who is a medical device sales professional, a real estate investor, and a former College Works alumni and one of the few individuals to summit Mount Everest, and all 7 summits.

You'll discover the personal journey that led Nate to push boundaries and tackle challenges that few would even consider. The story weaves through moments of triumph, vulnerability, and the mindset required to conquer daunting feats. 

Go behind the scenes of an intense training process and the sacrifices made to achieve extraordinary goals. With humor and candidness, Nate reflects on their college experiences and the unexpected lessons learned from balancing personal ambitions with an intense work ethic. This theme of choosing the hard road becomes a central part of their narrative, illustrating the broader implications of perseverance and adaptability.

With a mix of adventure, business insight, and practical wisdom, this conversation offers valuable takeaways for anyone interested in pushing their limits, whether in business or life.

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What You Will Learn In This Show:

• How the College Works internship shifted Nate's career path from pre-med to business and sales. 
• His career progression in medical device sales, including roles at Johnson & Johnson and Belmont Medical. 
• The value of calculated risks and the impact of climbing achievements on Nate's personal and professional life.
• The balance between Nate's professional responsibilities and his passion for mountain climbing.
• The importance of surrounding oneself with supportive and influential people.
• And much more...

Resources:

Nate's LinkedIn