Join host John Duffin as he sits down with Jake Smolarek, a dynamic executive business coach and entrepreneur. Despite numerous setbacks, from business failures to battling physical and mental challenges, Jake's story is one of resilience and determination.
At 19, he moved from Poland to the UK with just £150 in his pocket and a big dream. Jake shares raw accounts of battling depression, overcoming a life-threatening illness, and navigating numerous business failures. With a focus on relentless decision-making and building robust systems, Jake discusses how he turned initial setbacks into massive successes, including scaling a nonprofit from 2 to 600 volunteers.
Discover how Jake's 'Bounce Don't Break' mentality and innovative GPS coaching model have not only helped him overcome adversity but also to help others to flourish. Don't miss this episode filled with inspiration, valuable insights, and actionable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders.
When you want to learn more about Jake Smolarek- and take advantage of a pure value, no fluff, no waffle conversation…click the link below.
https://jakesmolarek.com/
00:55 Meet Jake Smolarek: Entrepreneurial Journey Begins
02:10 Early Influences and First Business Experiences
07:42 The Move to the UK: A Leap of Faith
15:17 Building a Construction Business from Scratch
18:26 The Importance of Decision-Making
25:51 From Construction to Nonprofit: A New Venture2
7:14 The Value of Nonprofit Work
29:01 Strict but Fun: Leadership Style
30:24 Effective Communication and Trust
35:36 Navigating Challenges and Resilience
39:51 Vision GPS: A Coaching Model
46:21 The Importance of Focus and Authenticity
52:18 Creating Impactful Entrepreneurs
54:11 Conclusion and Contact Information
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