Finding Your Purpose — NFL To Bankrupt To Entrepreneur

Former NFL player Marques Ogden is a keynote speaker, business coach, and corporate consultant passionate about elevating his clients' success. His presentations are designed based on the principles of The Success Cycle, which helps brands improve various facets of their business. He attended Howard University from 1998-2002 on a football scholarship and was drafted by the NFL in 2003. Marques is a best-selling author and the host of the Get Authentic With Marques Ogden podcast.  

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Reaching the pinnacle of success can leave you feeling indestructible, which can be a dangerous mindset. Notoriety takes a lifetime to build, but your reputation can be disassembled in moments. When hitting rock bottom, you can either choose to accept shame and embarrassment or make a conscious decision to change the narrative and move forward. How can you overcome adversity and progress in your gifts and abilities? 

Marques Ogden, a former NFL player, was living the American Dream before declaring bankruptcy in 2013. After finding success as a C-suite executive for a construction company, he was confronted with his growing ego. Disregarding the guidance of peers and mentors, Marques chose a path that led to the foreclosure of his home, the repossession of two vehicles, and bankruptcy. Recognizing what he’d lost and realizing his strengths and abilities, he set out to help others become the best versions of themselves. His story of overcoming adversity inspires others who have found themselves in a similar position.  

On this episode of the Living Legacy Podcast, Brian Fouts welcomes Marques Ogden, a business coach and consultant, to discuss his trajectory from playing for the NFL to declaring bankruptcy and how he recovered from his downfall. Marques imparts the power goals have on your mindset, how your why differentiates from your purpose, and the value of protecting your mindset in the current social climate.