Summary

In this episode of the Power Hour podcast, I sit down with Mark Smith (aka nz365guy), who shares his experience in the Microsoft tech industry and his journey in creating the 90 Day Mentoring Challenge.

Mark discusses the importance of soft skills, communication, and financial literacy in achieving career success. He emphasizes the shift from traditional employment to entrepreneurship, the role of health and fitness in personal development, and the impact of AI on daily life.

Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Mark Smith and His Journey

03:19 The Motivation Behind the 90 Day Mentoring Challenge

09:19 The Importance of Tacit Knowledge and Soft Skills

11:22 Identifying Common Blockers in Career Progression

15:36 Practical Tips for Improving Communication Skills

20:04 The Shift from Full-Time Employment to Entrepreneurship

23:18 Understanding the Fallacy of Corporate Loyalty

29:19 Embracing the Solopreneur Mindset33:19Key Focus Areas for Personal Development

37:48 Journey to Financial Literacy

41:00 The Power of Reading and Learning

47:41 Leveraging AI for Daily Tasks

54:47 The Impact of Social Media on Focus

01:01:28 Defining Success and Happiness

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nz365guy/

90 Day Mentoring Challenge: https://www.90daymc.com/