Listen "Knowing When to Step Back and Let Go - Dr. Mark Costes (Part 2 of 2)"
Episode Synopsis
In this powerful follow-up episode, Dr. Mark Costes returns to unpack what happens when overachievers can't stop grinding—even when they've already "made it." Matt and Mark dive deep into the danger of moving the goalpost, why burnout is often disguised as ambition, and how business owners can either scale or stall based on their ability to let go. From lessons learned in private equity boardrooms to the truth behind blue-collar business rollups, this conversation blends hard-won wisdom with actionable insight. If you're building, buying, or thinking about exiting a business—this episode is for you. Timestamps: 00:18 – Recap of Part 1 & Self-Reflection as a Superpower 01:50 – Seasons of Business and Life: When to Grind vs. When to Let Go 03:50 – Story: The Business Owner Who Couldn't Stop (Even on His Deathbed) 05:31 – The Trap of Moving the Goalpost 06:40 – Why High Achievers Fear Reaching the Finish Line 09:37 – Grinding vs. Doing the Hard Mental Work 10:56 – Single Point of Failure: Why It Hurts Business Value 12:15 – Two Big Mistakes Owners Make Before Selling 14:26 – What Businesses Get the Highest Valuations 16:03 – Private Equity Boardrooms & the Scale Game 18:17 – Mike Rowe, Blue Collar Wealth & Trade-Based Rollups 20:00 – Matt's Personal Journey: From No Degree to Business Owner 22:20 – The Power of Real Estate & Organic Growth 22:50 – What's Next for AMPED Success 25:20 – Scaling Beyond Coaching Through Community & Courses 27:10 – Passing It On: Who Helped You Along the Way 28:24 – Where to Find Matt & Dr. Costes Online Resources & Links Want to be a guest on the show, or have a deal that you would like for us to evaluate? Apply here Follow Us on Social Media Instagram: @AmpedSuccess LinkedIn: Amped Success Tiktok: @Ampedsuccess YouTube: @AmpedSuccess Connect with Dr. Mark Costes Instagram @drmarkcostes 📧 Contact Us: For inquiries, reach out at [email protected]
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