Well, it was really built on momentum. I was a Spanish major in college. At 27, I was given a one in a million opportunity to move to Costa Rica for a couple of months and work at my friend's center. I decided to stay and two months turned into four years. So I really learned the business from the inside out. And kind of like a football analogy, I was getting a lot of first downs. And when you get positive reinforcement, it only lets you know that you're doing something correctly. So by being a guest in this country, falling in love with the girl of my dreams and really being accepted because I understood the rules, it worked for me. I found the right place to be. And now I can pay it forward like you do, Marcus, where it's not just all financial. You're paying it forward with a compliment or giving someone time or attention or just being a true friend. And so for me, I'm able to feed families. I give them stability. And also self-reliance and self-confidence. And so I can combine my Northeast Philadelphia to this Costa Rican culture, learning the call center industry, putting my special sauce on it because I collect pinball and jukeboxes and just create a really nice company culture, kind of like a winning team. It's synergy where all parts work together for the common good of the whole. You can have a coach or a captain or somebody on the team that riles you up and is that cheerleader, but they can also be a cancer. You need to get the respect from the people that work with you. So if you get promoted, it's through merit. And then they're the ones that follow.
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In partnership with the Alumni Media, this podcast delivers honest, unfiltered and real-time stories & knowledge with authenticity.Learn from Marques Ogden, a former NFL player who went from eight figures to $8.25/hour by not accepting responsibility for his role in failing his first entrepreneurial venture. Now, he's risen from the ashes to share his experiences and powerful story so others don't make the same mistake.Twice a week, he'll interview people ranging from celebrities, entrepreneurs, business professionals and athletes who've achieved the success they've always aspired to by living their lives with authenticity and vulnerability.

How To Live Your Life Authentically, with Richard Blank

Join us as Richard Blank shares his insights on the essence of living an authentic life. Discover the strategies and mindsets that empower individuals to embrace their true selves, pursue their passions, and lead a life aligned with their deepest values. Richard’s story and experiences offer valuable lessons on authenticity, resilience, and the joy of living a life true to oneself. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to cultivate a more genuine, fulfilling life.