305 | The Power of Purpose and Action Taking Control of Your Own Life with Ken Rusk
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Ken Rusk, the blue-collar entrepreneur, shares his insights on achieving success and living your best life. He emphasises the importance of having a clear purpose and maximising every opportunity. Ken believes that anyone can be an entrepreneur or an intrapreneur, as long as they have a clear vision and take action. He also discusses the significance of creating a culture that supports individual goals and fosters entrepreneurial thinking. Ken encourages people to be specific and actionable in their goals, and he shares his method of using visual representations to create a brochure for their ideal life. Ken Rusk discusses the importance of visualising and manifesting one’s goals, the value of collaboration and support in achieving success, and the benefits of financial literacy and trade skills. He also shares insights on creating a positive work culture and the impact of giving back to the community. Ken emphasises the need for individuals to take control of their own lives and make responsible choices. He encourages young people to consider trade careers and challenges the societal pressure to pursue traditional college education. Ken’s new book, ‘Cool Boss,’ focuses on creating a positive work environment and attracting entrepreneurial thinkers.
On today’s podcast:
- Having a clear purpose and maximising opportunities are key to achieving success and living your best life.
- Anyone can be an entrepreneur or an intrapreneur as long as they have a clear vision and take action.
- Creating a culture that supports individual goals and fosters entrepreneurial thinking is crucial for business success.
- Being specific and actionable in your goals is essential for making progress and achieving desired outcomes.
- Using visual representations can help create a clear vision and motivate individuals to work towards their ideal life. Visualize and manifest your goals to bring them into your life.
- Collaboration and support from peers can help in achieving success.
- Financial literacy and starting early with saving can lead to a secure retirement.
- Consider trade careers as they offer high demand and good earning potential.
- Create a positive work culture by recognizing and valuing employees.
- Giving back to the community can bring personal fulfillment and success.
- Take control of your own life and make responsible choices.
- Challenge the societal pressure to pursue traditional college education.
- Create a work environment that attracts entrepreneurial thinkers.
- Ken’s new book, ‘Cool Boss,’ focuses on creating a positive work culture.
Follow Ken:
- Website: kenrusk.com
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/KenRuskOfficial
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kenrusk.official
- Blue Collar Cash on Amazon
Who is Ken Rusk
Ken Rusk is a best-selling author, entrepreneur, and blue-collar advocate showing that there’s no degree required for comfort, peace, and freedom.
Ken spent his younger years digging ditches and working in construction. He never went to college. Instead, he made goals, planned, and worked hard for thirty years. Now, Ken is a very successful entrepreneur with multiple businesses and revenue streams.
Ken Rusk specialises in mentoring and has coached hundreds of young people in areas such as short-, mid-, and long-term goal setting, life visualisation, career paths, and sound financial planning. He is passionate about helping people achieve their dreams regardless of their educational background or past.
What you’ll learn from Ken Rusk
03:36 The Importance of Purpose and Action
08:00 Defining a Blue-Collar Entrepreneur
11:14 Building a Culture of Entrepreneurial Thinking
15:07 Setting Specific and Actionable Goals
23:31 Visualising and Manifesting Your Goals
25:08 The Power of Collaboration and Support
26:12 The Importance of Financial Literacy and Trade Skills
34:30 Creating a Positive Work Culture
36:32 The Benefits of Giving Back to the Community
40:51 Taking Control of Your Own Life
42:16 Challenging the Pressure to Pursue College Education
44:10 Attracting Entrepreneurial Thinkers with a Positive Work Environment