Matt is a lifelong entrepreneur, a software developer since age seven, and the founder of over 30 startups. A world traveler who has visited more than 70 countries, he hosted and produced “Places to Go” for Amazon Prime. He holds a commercial pilot’s license, a real estate broker’s license, and is a musician with over 30 published songs. A GIA-certified gemologist, black belt in Karate and Aikido, scuba diver, and photographer, Matt is a U.S. expat splitting his time between Colombia and Switzerland. He’s also a proud father to a pilot and a firefighter.

In today’s episode of Smashing the Plateau, you will learn what it really takes to transition from employee to entrepreneur, navigate ups and downs in business, and create lasting client loyalty.

Matt and I discuss:

• Lessons from early work experiences and rapid advancement [00:01:46]
• The difference between employee and entrepreneur mindsets [00:04:01]
• How setting and evolving goals drives success [00:04:55]
• Navigating ups and downs, from the 2008 crisis to COVID [00:05:44]
• Adapting business models and finding new income streams [00:06:17]
• The power of treating clients with genuine care [00:08:29]
• Building loyalty and relationships that endure transitions [00:10:09]
• Standing out by offering a “concierge” approach [00:19:29]
• How to leverage community, stay lean, and find support [00:16:22]

Learn more about Matt at https://theamericano.com

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