My guest this week is not the typical high-powered entrepreneur that I normally talk to because his story of success began with a serious drug addiction.
At age twenty-three, Michael Brody-Waite was a full blown drug addict. He was kicked out of college, fired from his job and evicted from his apartment.
Over 17 years later, Michael is a recovering addict, 3x CEO, TEDx Speaker, Inc. 500 Founder, and leadership coach is on a mission to revolutionize the rules of leadership.
Michael’s background in overcoming addiction is the foundation for his Mask-Free Leadership System, which is built upon 3 principles that saved him from death and set him apart as a leader.
His TEDx Talk, Great Leaders Do What Drug Addicts Do, has been viewed over 1,300,000 times in over 25 countries and provides insight into his 16-year journey from near homelessness and addiction to successful entrepreneurship.
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I consistently share new and fascinating content about healthy habits, personal development, and rockin’ productivity. Every week you can find me writing and speaking at JeffSanders.com.
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