Savage to Sage

The Staying Power of Belief with Anton Shmakov


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Passion. Purpose. Belief. These are the internal drivers that push the entrepreneur to build something they believe in. That compelling inspiration of recognizing a problem you know you can solve, setting out to do just that, and pushing through limitations  – long before the dollars prove you right.

In this podcast episode, I (Kyle) discuss the staying power of belief with Anton Shmakov. Formerly with Google and LinkedIn, Anton is now the CEO of MOTIONRAY INC. (MR•NET®). As we chat, Anton relates the personal reality of leaving one of the best paying jobs out there to help bring to life a company he believes in. He stresses the importance of having the support of family, because building a startup is both hard and expensive. He goes on to share the value of pushing forward, beyond what you think possible, fueled by the  knowledge of the value you’re creating for the world.  

“You have your set of principles, and you need to kinda exert extra energy to defend those principles, to stand by them... Even if it makes your life harder… it’s like ultimately, definitely, the way you want to begin.” -- Anton Shmakov

What You’ll Learn
  • Support during startup
  • Necessary simplicity
  • Passion over dollars
  • Staying power of believing
  • Value of being pushed
  • Self-change and self-evaluation
  • Pitfall of complacency
  • Wisely spend your energy

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Formerly with Google and LinkedIn, Anton is the CEO of MOTIONRAY INC. (MR•NET®). MR•NET® is a next-generation Internet provider that connects POS or streaming software to high-speed redundant Internet anywhere.

Anton is a technologist, nonconformist, and humanist. As a relentless problem solver, he feels his role is to push things forward in the world, bringing change through meaningful technology and interaction as humanity.

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CONNECT WITH KYLE MALONEY

Kyle Maloney is a Senior Account Executive at FullStack PEO and co-host of the Savage to Sage podcast. As a high energy Human Resources professional with a strong cross-cultural background and experience, Kyle brings the ability to lead and implement effective Change Management. His policies and procedures enhance overall morale and productivity of both employees and companies.

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CONNECT WITH DANIEL FULLER

Daniel is a partner and the VP of Business Development for FullStack PEO and co-host of the Savage to Sage podcast. He is passionate about seeing people, leaders, cultures, and organizations develop. He says, “When I have the honor of being a part of that maturation process, it's even more satisfying. My life and...

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