May 27, 2024
On this episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast, the tables have been turned, as Mark Cribb interviews Warren Munson, the founder of Inspire and Evolve Advisory.
They discuss Warren’s journey as an entrepreneur, his motivations
and the evolution of his businesses. Warren shares insights from
interviewing over 200 local businesspeople on the Evolve to Succeed
Podcast, highlighting the importance of building
relationships.
Mark also delves into Warren’s decision to sell Inspire and start
Evolve, the emotional challenges he faced and the three key focuses
of Evolve: ignite, thrive and optimise.
Warren reflects on his journey at Inspire and discusses the
loneliness of starting a business and the importance of
perseverance and self-motivation. Warren also shares his thoughts
on risk-taking and the value of building a business with capital
value.
Warren emphasises his passion for helping others in business and
his excitement for the future of Evolve Advisory.
This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers…
1. Resilience and overcoming challenges are common
themes in the stories of successful entrepreneurs.
2. Selling a business requires careful consideration
and finding the right fit.
3. The journey of entrepreneurship involves different
stages, from igniting a business to thriving and optimising it.
4. Success is not solely defined by financial gain,
but by achieving personal goals and creating a legacy. Starting a
business can be a lonely experience, but perseverance and
self-motivation are key to success.
5. Building a business with capital value is a
worthwhile goal, as it creates opportunities for growth and
acquisition.
6. Self-awareness and self-acceptance are important
for personal and professional growth.
7. The future of Evolve Advisory holds exciting
possibilities for growth and making a difference in the business
community.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
06:08 The Decision to Sell Inspire and Start Evolve
16:27 The Evolution of Evolve: Ignite, Thrive and Optimise
36:26 Building a Business with Capital Value
39:21 Self-Awareness and Self-Acceptance
46:09 Helping Others in Business
50:00 The Future of Evolve Advisory