TMBA 528: The Brenwall Code
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Last week, we spoke to Mark Brenwall about why he left his job in San Francisco to move to Asia and start WOD Nation, an Amazon FBA business that sells CrossFit products.
Today's podcast is the conclusion of that interview and in it, we speak specifically about Mark's entrepreneurial "code".
In this conversation, Mark shares some of his unorthodox business philosophies, as well as some specific insights into the Amazon FBA platform, and why he almost decided to sell his business last year.
Listen to this week's show and learn:
Mark's thoughts about starting an Amazon FBA business today. (2:15)
Some of Mark's unique business philosophies. (10:30)
Why Mark doesn't read business books. (17:52)
Mark's struggles with selling his business and why he ultimately decided not to do it. (22:40)
Why who you are is more important than how you make your money. (32:53)
Mentioned in the episode:
Before the Exit - Our New Book
TMBA Masterminds
Sponsor the TMBA Podcast
The Dynamite Circle
The DC Podcast
DC BKK
Dynamite Jobs
Dynamite Deals
Smash Digital
Mark Brenwall
WOD Nation
The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss
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Enjoyed this podcast? Check out these:
TMBA304: The Power of Under Optimization
TMBA522: The Digital Nomad Lie
TMBA527: Letting Go of Your Ego
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Dan & Ian