Self-doubt and fear are natural feelings to have, especially when you’re starting something new. It’s okay to have fear but don’t let it keep you from moving forward. This is what John Azar will talk about in this episode. John is an Executive Vice President and Managing Member of MACC Venture Partners where he directs acquisitions, strategic development, capital management, and growth.
In this episode, John talks about his journey to success. From migrating to the US, to working in the corporate world, to eventually crushing it in the equity capital and acquisitions business. He shares how his experiences helped him overcome fear and self-doubt. He also talks about how he and his businesses are adapting to the trying times brought by the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen in!
[00:01 - 07:49] Opening Segment
Welcoming John to the show
John shares his background
He talks about his podcast
Some of the big takeaways from his podcast
[07:50 - 21:27] Why Your Experiences Will Set You Up for Success
Growing up in a time of war and conflict
His new beginning in the US
What working in the corporate world taught him
Finding comfort in the uncomfortable
Starting a structured finance company
Getting into commercial real estate
Dealing with self-doubt
[21:28 - 33:04] Adapting in Times of Crisis and Developing Confidence
The transition that John made in his personal brand
COVID is a big teacher
Developing new relationships during the pandemic
How COVID affected how John does business
Why you have to keep moving forward
John on failures
How he developed confidence
[33:05 - 36:07] Closing Segment
Tune in to John’s podcast!
Don’t let fear hold you back
How you can connect with John
Closing words
Tweetable Quotes:
“We all have a unique way to get to where we are. Some of us get there quicker, some of us get there faster, some of us take a circular route to get there, some of us don't. It's all good, as long as we all get to a place that makes us happy… Happiness is the number one thing.” - John Azar
“It's okay to be scared. It's okay to feel inferior. It's okay to feel like you don't know what the hell you're doing. I felt that for so long. But it's not okay to stop. It's not okay to let it stop you and not let you go forward.” - John Azar
“If no is the top of my problems, then I have no business trying to pitch anything to anybody.” - John Azar
“There are so much more on the other side of that coin that is waiting for you if you just get over that little hill that you're letting stay in front of you. Just keep pushing.” - John Azar
Connect with John on LinkedIn!
Resources Mentioned:
Peak 15 Capital
Breaking Resistance Podcast
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