Michale Foit is a former actor and the CEO of Apex Energy Solutions. We’re talking about how his time in Hollywood helped prepare him to run a company that operates in 21 markets across the country.

On today’s episode of Muamba Moments, we’re talking about:

01:20 - Why everyone should have their own creative space.

03:38 - Who is Micheal Foit?

05:10 - How did you find your passion for acting?

08:00 - Should you go to school to become an actor?

09:42 - Why you should follow your dreams despite doubters.

11:35 - Why was it important to be in LA to reach your goals? 

13:33 - How do you prepare for becoming an actor?

15:59 - How to stay consistent?

17:15 - The book that impacted Michael the most, The Greatest Secret in the World

18:30 - Why it’s okay to pivot your dream.

24:03 - How to stay creative while going into business?

26:00 - The best advice Michael ever got.

29:10 - How a leap of faith can prepare you for future pivots.

29:45 - How acting helps you become a better salesman?

31:31 - What was the beginning of building your business like? How did it start?

34:10 - How to overcome fear and bet on yourself.

36:05 - Advice to anyone who wants a career in Hollywood.

37:09 - What has been the biggest obstacle in your career/business? 

38:35 - Why you should invest your time in your employees.

41:18 - How to be a great leader and keep your team motivated.

44:14 - Why should you keep adding to your goals when you’re already successful?

46:42 - How does failing help you move forward?

48:05 - Why you should never apologize for your passion.

49:06 - Why staying positive is the key to conquering all your goals.

51:07 - What can studying history teach us about running a business and leadership?

53:36 - Does the meaning of time change as you grow older?

54:55 - Why you shouldn’t waste time on regrets.

56:00 - How to accomplish anything.