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From Bootstrapping at 16 to Building a Gen Z Empire | Marko Stavrou's Entrepreneurial Journey | EP 49
In this episode of The Truth Talk Podcast with Larreth Jimu, we dive deep into the inspiring world of entrepreneurship, personal growth, faith, and the challenges facing the next generation.
Join host Larreth Jimu as he sits down with Marko Stavrou, a 20-year-old trailblazing entrepreneur, founder of Gen Link, and self-proclaimed "Gen Z Guy." Marko, a third-generation Cypriot South African, shares his unconventional journey from dropping out of high school during COVID-19 to bootstrapping multiple businesses and raising funds to scale his venture—all while staying rooted in his Christian faith and a passion for biohacking.
Marko opens up about his early life in Johannesburg, where a love of learning instilled by his doctor father and psychologist mother fueled his competitive spirit in sports, academics, and public speaking.
He recounts the pivotal moment when the pandemic shifted his focus from school and sports to launching his first ventures: a sneaker resale business started with just R500 in savings, followed by a PR and marketing agency that generated R150,000 in revenue before he had to refund clients due to school commitments.
Marko emphasizes how he bootstrapped everything without parental funding, turning small profits into bigger opportunities through service-based businesses that required no upfront capital—proving that anyone can start from scratch with determination and skill.
Join Larreth Jimu as he sparks meaningful conversations and equips you with the knowledge and inspiration to navigate the ever-changing world around you.
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By Larreth JimuIn this episode of The Truth Talk Podcast with Larreth Jimu, we dive deep into the inspiring world of entrepreneurship, personal growth, faith, and the challenges facing the next generation.
Join host Larreth Jimu as he sits down with Marko Stavrou, a 20-year-old trailblazing entrepreneur, founder of Gen Link, and self-proclaimed "Gen Z Guy." Marko, a third-generation Cypriot South African, shares his unconventional journey from dropping out of high school during COVID-19 to bootstrapping multiple businesses and raising funds to scale his venture—all while staying rooted in his Christian faith and a passion for biohacking.
Marko opens up about his early life in Johannesburg, where a love of learning instilled by his doctor father and psychologist mother fueled his competitive spirit in sports, academics, and public speaking.
He recounts the pivotal moment when the pandemic shifted his focus from school and sports to launching his first ventures: a sneaker resale business started with just R500 in savings, followed by a PR and marketing agency that generated R150,000 in revenue before he had to refund clients due to school commitments.
Marko emphasizes how he bootstrapped everything without parental funding, turning small profits into bigger opportunities through service-based businesses that required no upfront capital—proving that anyone can start from scratch with determination and skill.
Join Larreth Jimu as he sparks meaningful conversations and equips you with the knowledge and inspiration to navigate the ever-changing world around you.
Subscribe now and embark on your journey of truth, growth, and empowerment.
Connect with Larreth Jimu 🌐
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/larreth/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/larreth-jimu/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/larrethjimu/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/larrethjimu
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@larreth
Follow Melsoft Academy 🌐
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Ready to embark on your transformative journey towards success and enlightenment? APPLY NOW to Melsoft Academy, where innovation meets opportunity - https://melsoftacademy.com/apply-now/
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