In this episode, I sit down with Mike Kellett, the founder of Macro Mike, to break down exactly how he built a multi-million-dollar brand from his kitchen, overcoming massive failures, financial setbacks, and personal loss along the way. 00:00:00 – Overcoming Adversity: The Making of an Entrepreneur 00:08:15 – The Struggles of Growing Up & Early Work Ethic 00:15:20 – How a Side Hustle in a Kitchen Turned Into a Business 00:22:40 – Losing $50,000 Overnight & Nearly Going Broke 00:30:10 – The Breakthrough Moment That Changed Everything 00:40:25 – Scaling to Retail Giants & Becoming a Household Name 00:50:30 – What It Takes to Compete in the Supplement Industry 01:00:45 – The Dark Side of E-Commerce & Lessons from Failure 01:10:20 – Balancing Business & Fatherhood 01:20:05 – The Mental Game: Handling Pressure & Burnout 01:30:30 – Why Most Entrepreneurs Fail (& How to Avoid It) 01:40:15 – Building a Brand That Stands Out in a Saturated Market 01:50:45 – The Future of Business, E-Commerce, and Personal Branding 02:00:10 – Mike’s Biggest Lessons from a Decade in Business 02:10:20 – Final Advice for Entrepreneurs & Closing Thoughts Want to learn the key principles of building a successful business? Check out School of Property for a step-by-step guide that’s helped thousands of Aussies scale their investments: 👉 https://schoolofproperty.com.au Follow me for more business & investing insights: 📌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samgordonproperty 📌 Business: https://www.instagram.com/australianpropertyscout 📌 Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thetoponepercentpodcast Follow Macro Mike: 📌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macr0mike #Entrepreneurship #WealthBuilding #Ecommerce #ScalingBusiness #FinancialFreedom Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, business, or legal advice. The hosts and guests share personal opinions and experiences that may not apply to your situation. Always consult a qualified financial advisor or business consultant before making major decisions. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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