The Atlanta Story podcast features meaningful stories of Atlanta’s builders, creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Andrew McConnell Co-Founder and CEO of Rented.com and published author of Get Out of My Head: Creating Modern Clarity with Stoic Wisdom. Andrew received two degrees from Harvard and then worked at McKinsey & Company before starting Rented.com. He is also an accomplished swimmer having been a former member on the US National Team in Open Water Swimming.   In today’s interview, Andrew shares stories from his entrepreneurial journey, what led him to write a book on stoicism, and what’s next in his storied career.   The Atlanta Story is put together by the folks at Atlanta Ventures -- and we can’t wait to share some of the personalities behind the brand. Atlanta Ventures invests in entrepreneurs through community, content, and capital -- most notably through our Studio with companies like Greenzie and Intown Golf Club. We believe the best entrepreneurs learn from other great artists in different fields.   Keywords:  Atlanta, Atlantan, ATL, Business Leader, Thought leadership, Atlanta Ventures, Entrepreneurship, startups, stories, leaders, podcast, podcasting, ….   #Atlanta #Atlantan #ATL #BusinessLeader #Thoughtleadership #AtlantaVentures #Entrepreneurship #startups #stories #leaders #podcast #podcasting ... In this episode, we discuss… The steps that Andrew McConnell took before he wrote his book. (1:42) The writing processes Andrew had for his book. (6:10) The simplest way to achieve mental clarity with the exponential growth of information available. (8:20) Andrew's origin story for Rented.com. (10:45) The next steps in andrews journey to grow his company. (12:38) Andrew's process of taking different webs of life, from history to consulting, to create his book. (17:28 Andrews favorite period in history to study and why. (19:05) how COVID affected Andrew's life. (21:50) which came first, Andrews understanding of self-control or knowledge in Stoicism? (25:15) how Andrew brings principles and themes of stoicism into raising his children. (26:25) Andrews balance of expectations for his children. (29:55) The processes Andrew puts into place to manage his time spent on social media. (32:40) How to seek truth nowadays. (35:48) The next chapters for Rented.com. (36:59) Why Atlanta and what Atlanta has done for Andrew. (39:45) Resources discussed in this episode: Rented, Inc Andrew McConnell’s Book How you can get involved:  Visit atlantaventures.com/studio if you’re interested in learning more about Atlanta Ventures and the Studio.    Where you can find us: Website: www.atlstory.com Twitter: @theatlantastory Instagram: @theatlantastory YouTube: Here Subscribe to the newsletter here.

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