In this episode of The Hustle Hour Podcast, Marcus sits down with a true veteran of the beauty industry — a Master Cosmetologist with 33 years of experience who was literally born into entrepreneurship.

Inspired by her mother, a fashion designer of forty years, she built her career with her hands, her creativity, and a relentless drive to serve. Now, after decades of sharpening her skills and adapting to a changing industry, she’s preparing to open her own salon.

This conversation is full of wisdom about staying relevant, building something from nothing, reinventing yourself, and staying passionate through the ups, downs, and evolutions of entrepreneurship.

Whether you're in beauty, business, or just on your grind — this episode will push you, inspire you, and remind you to stay committed to the long game.

🔑 Key Takeaways

What it really looks like to grow up in an entrepreneurial household

The mindset required to stay consistent and relevant

Lessons from building a long-term client base

The type of leadership and culture she wants to bring into her new business

Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs

In this episode of The Hustle Hour, host Marcus Sciulli sits down with Maryanne Katsidis, a leadership and culture strategist who’s helping CEOs and business owners transform how they lead — from the inside out.

With over two decades of experience in leadership, culture, and strategy, Maryanne shares practical and powerful insights on:

Building sustainable growth without burning out

Turning chaos into clarity through stronger leadership systems

The difference between control and trust in team culture

How to transform company culture before it breaks down

Simple habits every leader can use to recalibrate and stay grounded

If you’re an entrepreneur, CEO, or anyone trying to grow a business and keep your peace while doing it — this conversation is packed with lessons that will help you lead better, grow smarter, and build stronger.

Tune in and learn how to lead from the inside out — because the grind means nothing if it doesn’t bring you growth.

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Success doesn’t happen overnight — it’s built one small, consistent win at a time. In this episode of The Hustle Hour, Marcus breaks down the power of The Compound Effect — how tiny daily actions can lead to massive, life-changing results.

You’ll hear the story of Jasmine, a small-town coffee shop owner who turned a struggling business into a thriving brand — not through luck, but through simple, consistent habits that compounded over time.

Marcus also shares five practical ways you can apply the same principle to your business, finances, and mindset starting today.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, impatient, or like your grind isn’t paying off fast enough — this episode will remind you that small progress done daily is the most powerful force in success.

🎧 Highlights:

What the Compound Effect really means

The psychology behind small wins

How to build momentum when results feel slow

Five systems that make consistency automatic

A 30-day challenge to create your own compound success

🔥 Listen now — and start stacking small wins that multiply into massive success.

Motivation gets you started — but mindset keeps you going. In this episode of The Hustle Hour, host Marcus Sciulli breaks down the real secret behind long-term success: developing a mindset that doesn’t quit when motivation fades.

Drawing from his own journey as a vending machine business owner and podcast creator, Marcus shares the exact mindset shifts, daily systems, and small habits that kept him consistent when results were slow, energy was low, and doubt crept in.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or ready to give up, this episode will reignite your fire — not with hype, but with real, actionable strategies to build the discipline and consistency of a GOAT.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why mindset always beats motivation in the long run

How to build a growth-focused routine that keeps you consistent

What systems you need to stay productive when you don’t feel inspired

The real-life story behind Marcus’ vending business and how he pushed through setbacks

🎧 Tune in, lock in, and build a mindset that never quits.

Success isn’t an accident — it’s a lifestyle.

These are the same principles that separate the average from the elite — whether you’re in business, fitness, or life.

We’re talking:

It’s time to start living like the G.O.A.T.s do — one habit at a time.

🎧 Tune in now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.

After returning from Japan, I couldn’t help but notice how vending machines are everywhere — on street corners, in train stations, and even tucked into quiet alleyways. But behind that convenience lies a $60 billion industry built on trust, technology, and innovation.

In this episode of The Hustle Hour, we dive deep into Japan’s vending machine empire — exploring its history, how it became so successful, and why it’s so different from the U.S. model. You’ll hear how Japanese entrepreneurs built the most efficient vending system in the world — and what American business owners can learn from it.

We’ll cover:

Whether you already run vending machines or you’re looking for a new business model, this episode will open your eyes to what’s possible when innovation meets everyday convenience.

🎙️ The Hustle Hour — helping 9-to-5ers build financial freedom one business at a time.

Welcome to 4th quarter of 2025! The last quarter of the year carries a special magic.  These last three months are not just months, but a bridge between what has been and whats to come.  It’s time to take your productivity to the next level! I’m traveling this week, so I’m doing a reboardcast of my most downloaded episode – 8 Productivity Hacks of 2025. This episode aligns with getting this done in the 4th quarter.   In this episode , I’m going to reveal eight powerful productivity hacks to help you dominate your 4th quarter of 2025. From streamlining your daily routines to mastering time management, these tips will help you stay focused, work smarter, and achieve your business goals this quarter.  Whether you’re balancing a growing business, managing a team, or wearing all the hats yourself, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you hustle smarter, not harder. Finish the year strong, stay ahead of the curve, and make every moment count!

Tired of thinking you have to start from scratch to become an entrepreneur? In this episode of The Hustle Hour, Marcus walks through the journey of Lisa, a 9-to-5 accountant who decides to buy her first business—a laundromat for under $100k.

You’ll learn:

The best places to find businesses for sale (online, through brokers, and off-market).

Red flags to watch for when evaluating a deal.

How to negotiate the purchase price and terms like a pro.

Why due diligence can make or break your first acquisition.

By the end, you’ll have a step-by-step playbook to spot opportunities, avoid costly mistakes, and confidently move toward owning your first business.

👉 Sometimes the smartest move isn’t building—it’s buying.

Starting a business from scratch sounds exciting—but it’s often slow, risky, and expensive. In this episode of The Hustle Hour, host Marcus Sciulli walks you through a real-world example of buying a small business valued under $100k and shows why acquisition can be a faster path to freedom.

You’ll learn:

How buying a business gives you cash flow from day one

Why financing and seller deals make acquisitions accessible

The exact breakdown of a $95,000 cleaning business deal

How to avoid common pitfalls with due diligence

Why “boring businesses” can create the life you want faster

If you’ve been thinking about starting a business, this episode might change your path.

Starting a business for the first time isn’t just about strategy, it’s about mindset. In this episode of The Hustle Hour, host Marcus Sciulli walks through the real-world journey of Jasmine, a first-time founder building an online meal-prep business while working her 9–5.

From battling the fear of failure to overcoming imposter syndrome, Jasmine’s story reveals the raw challenges every new entrepreneur faces—and the practical steps she used to push through.

You’ll learn how to:

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I really cut out for this?”—this episode is your roadmap to silencing self-doubt and taking the leap.

🎧 Tune in now and discover how to push past fear and step boldly into your role as a founder.