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Playing a Bigger Game with Markus Kaulius

45m · Career Competitor · 26 Feb 09:00

In this compelling episode of Career Competitor, host Steve Mellor sits down with Markus Kaulius, the co-founder of PLAYABIGGERGAME.com, to delve into the intricate dynamics of personal and professional growth.

Markus is a lifelong entrepreneur who has risen to the heights of creating a 9-figure health supplement company and today is creating a community to help high achievers find fulfillment beyond career success. As the founder of Play a Bigger Game, Markus wanted to create a place for like-minded people with a growth-oriented mindset to be uplifted in support of realizing their full potential. Markus has been a guest and contributor on platforms like PBS, Fox News, CNN, and the New York Journal to name a few, and shares his message globally on how we can all pursue success while living a life of true integrity.
A disciple of Tony Robbins, Markus is all about elevating your career, enhancing your relationships, and enriching your life.

This episode offers invaluable insights to help you play a bigger game and achieve your aspirations. You can learn more about Markus by heading to https://playabiggergame.com/ and by following him on Instagram @markuskaulius

Show notes
Markus shares invaluable insights on how growth isn't always about making monumental leaps but rather about embracing incremental progress—a game of inches. He emphasizes the significance of recognizing and building upon existing strengths, highlighting the transformative power of small actions in achieving significant results.

Throughout the conversation, Steve and Markus underscore the pivotal role of community in fostering growth. They explore how being part of a supportive community provides opportunities to both lend an ear and have one's voice heard—an essential aspect in nurturing personal and professional development. Markus sheds light on how engaging with a community can offer diverse perspectives, valuable feedback, and a sense of belonging, ultimately propelling individuals toward their goals.

Furthermore, the episode delves into the importance of establishing clear principles that uphold integrity and guide decision-making processes. Markus emphasizes how aligning actions with these principles not only fortifies integrity but also fosters trust and credibility in both personal and professional realms. By adhering to these guiding principles, individuals can navigate challenges with confidence, resilience, and authenticity, paving the way for sustained growth and success.

Listeners are treated to a wealth of wisdom and actionable strategies for cultivating personal and professional growth in this enlightening conversation between Steve Mellor and Markus Kaulius.

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