The Purposeful Life

Faith & Fortune: Chris Karageuzian’s Blueprint Beyond the Billion


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From Startup struggles to a $1B Exit!

In this heart-to-heart episode, we sit down with Chris Karageuzian—entrepreneur, visionary, and co-founder of a billion-dollar AI lending company—for a raw and inspiring conversation about what it really takes to build something meaningful.


Chris opens up about the power of faith, the lessons hidden in failure, and the resilience it takes to keep going when things get tough. We talk ambition vs. joy, hustle vs. health, and how structure and wellness keep him grounded. Plus, Chris shares his thoughts on networking, building authentic connections, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.


Stay tuned as our discussion culminates in rapid-fire questions that reveal personal insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.


Where to find Chris—

📱Instagram:

@chrisalchemyconsulting,

@⁠chriskarageuzian⁠ (personal),

@helpwithmyloan


🌐 Websites:

chrisalchemyconsulting.com,

helpwithmyloan.com


🎙️ Sound Bites

  • "Health is wealth."

  • "Don't wait util it's too late."

  • "You gotta put pen to paper."

  • "I pray my way through bad days."

  • "I'm not gonna hide my faith."

  • "Stop comparing yourself to others."

  • "You can't keep doing the same things."

  • "Going slow sometimes wins the race."

  • "My purpose is to inspire people."


  • ⏱️ Chapters

    00:00 — Introduction
    02:45 — The Entrepreneurial Journey Begins
    06:04 — Taking Risks and Overcoming Fear
    08:58 — Living a Purposeful Life
    11:52 — Mindset and Motivation
    14:52 — Health and Wealth
    18:04 — Role Modeling and Family Influence
    21:02 — Navigating Comparison and Imposter Syndrome
    24:12 — Daily Structure and Discipline
    27:49 — Mindset Shifts for Business Growth
    30:11 — The Importance of Sacrifice in Entrepreneurship
    33:09 — Navigating Spiritual Challenges in Leadership
    37:31 — Faith and Decision Making in Business
    40:22 — Launching a New Consulting Venture
    43:50 — Consulting for Entrepreneurs and Wellness
    45:39 — Leading with Integrity and Faith
    54:51 — Overcoming Comparison and Financial Blocks
    58:01 — The Illusion of Celebrity Comparison
    01:00:11 — Navigating Burnout as an Entrepreneur
    01:02:45 — The Role of AI in Business
    01:03:13 — Lessons from Entrepreneurship
    01:05:42 — Emotional Transitions in Business
    01:08:32 — Leaving a Legacy
    01:10:30 — Inspiration and Purpose
    01:13:14 — Rapid Fire Insights


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    The Purposeful LifeBy Nora Knadjian-Kachian