“Entrepreneurs often become the biggest bottleneck in their own business.”

In this episode of The RebelRebel Podcast, host Michael Dargie speaks with Laurent Notin, an entrepreneur-turned-coach who shares his remarkable journey from Cambodia to Finland and how he now helps entrepreneurs overcome the barriers that hold them back. Laurent discusses his experiences in the business world, including the pivotal moment when he decided to leave his role as a company shareholder and focus on coaching others to succeed.

This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your story with the world.

As the “Bottleneck Coach,” Laurent specializes in identifying and removing the internal and external obstacles that entrepreneurs face. He explains the steps entrepreneurs can take when they realize they’re stalling their own progress and offers practical advice on how to move forward. His passion for self-awareness, growth, and discipline shines through, as he shares stories from his time in Southeast Asia and his personal connection to CrossFit, which helped him in both his personal and professional life.

Whether you’re running a small business or managing a larger team, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you unlock your full potential.

PULL QUOTES

“People should understand better the power of knowing oneself.” “You can’t control your emotions, but you can control the way you react to them.” “Entrepreneurs often become the biggest bottleneck in their own business.” “Perfection doesn’t exist. Just go and do it.” “Consistency beats motivation. Find your way to stay consistent.”

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS

Laurent’s transition from France to Cambodia and later Finland. His journey from managing an advertising company to coaching entrepreneurs. How entrepreneurs can unintentionally hold back their business growth. Laurent’s approach to helping business owners overcome both mental and operational bottlenecks. The importance of knowing yourself and practicing self-awareness in both life and business. Laurent’s experience with CrossFit and how it played a key role in his personal transformation. Key advice for entrepreneurs: Stop waiting for perfection, take risks, and act.

LINKS FROM EPISODE

Laurent Notin’s Website (https://www.laurentnotin.com/)  Laurent on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurentnotin/) Laurent on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/laurentnotin/) 

Host: Michael Dargie, THEREBELREBELPODCAST.COMGuest: Laurent Notin, The Bottle Neck Coach