In this engaging episode of Podcast Mark, host Mark de Grasse sits down with Corey Quinn, a seasoned marketing executive and entrepreneur, to explore the profound transitions in personal and professional life. Corey shares his journey from a high-paced corporate setting to the freedom and challenges of consulting, eventually steering towards entrepreneurship with a focus on building a sustainable business. The discussion offers a wealth of insights on aligning personal values with professional endeavors to achieve a harmonious life.

TOPICS:

• Corporate to Consulting Transition: Corey delves into his experience of moving from a corporate environment, where he served as a Chief Marketing Officer, to establishing himself as a consultant. He discusses the reasons behind his shift, emphasizing the need for a break from the corporate growth pressures.
• Entrepreneurial Aspirations: The conversation shifts towards entrepreneurship, highlighting Corey’s insights on the importance of building a company that not only fulfills professional goals but also aligns with personal freedoms and responsibilities.
• Challenges of Consulting: Corey candidly shares the initial allure and subsequent challenges of consulting, such as managing multiple clients, which he likens to having multiple bosses, and the realization that consulting does not scale as a solo endeavor.
• Strategic Business Moves: Corey discusses his plans for launching a membership program aimed at providing scalable, valuable content to a broader audience, bridging the gap between his book and high-end consulting services.
• The Future of Marketing and AI: Mark and Corey touch upon the evolving landscape of marketing and the potential of AI to revolutionize branding and customer engagement, emphasizing the importance of adaptability in the digital age.
• Personal Reflections and Future Plans: Both speakers share their reflections on the necessity of work-life balance, the strategic hiring of roles such as executive assistants, and the anticipation of future business developments in niche markets.

LINKS:
Corey Quinn Website: https://www.coreyquinn.com/
Corey Quinn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreyquinn/

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