Street Hustler to CEO: How Selling Drugs Prepared Marquel Russell for Big Business
from The Ryan Hanley Show
by Ryan Hanley
Published: Thu Sep 19 2024
Show Notes
Became a Master of the Close: https://masteroftheclose.com
How does one rise from the perilous world of street dealing to become a respected business leader? Marquel Russell's journey from the streets of Atlanta to founding Client Attraction University is nothing short of extraordinary.
Where great leaders learn to Finish Big: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
Connect with Marquel Russell
- Scale Made Easy: https://scalemadeeasy.com/movement-1
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marquelrussell/
- Website: https://www.marquelrussell.com/
Marquel walks us through his early life, marked by dropping out of high school and navigating a tough environment, to his ultimate revelation that legitimate business could be his way out. We dissect the critical skills he carried over from street entrepreneurship into the business world, such as leadership, marketing, and resilience.
What does it take to go from a high-stakes, risky environment to establishing a successful, legitimate empire? Marquell reveals the mindset shifts and strategic moves that made all the difference.
In our conversation, Marquell also delves into deeper issues like the impact of childhood trauma on financial behaviors and the necessity of aligning business goals with personal values.
He shares his unique insights on maintaining personal discipline, avoiding the pitfalls of entitlement, and why integrity is non-negotiable in both life and business.
If you're looking for actionable advice on scaling your business while ensuring personal fulfillment, this episode offers a treasure trove of wisdom you won't want to miss.