Join host Matt Drinkhahn on the latest episode of Eternal Optimist as he speaks with Leo Popik, CEO and entrepreneur, about his inspiring journey through the ups and downs of business and life. Leo opens up about the challenges he faced while starting his business, including obtaining a work visa and navigating the impact of COVID-19 on his company. Throughout the discussion, Leo emphasizes the importance of connection and collaboration with like-minded individuals who share his core values of trust, accountability, growth mindset, meaningful relationships, and servant leadership. Matt praises Leo's unbreakable spirit and optimistic outlook, calling him the perfect embodiment of the show's mission to make a positive difference in the world. The conversation also delves into Leading Peers, an entrepreneur community dedicated to sharing ideas and information for mutual growth. Leo highlights the opportunity for visitors to attend peer board meetings and see if they're a good fit for the community. Tune in to this empowering episode to gain insights on resilience and hope in challenging times.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• 00:00:00 - Leo's Journey to Redemption: Overcoming Adversity with Perseverance and Optimism
• 00:02:54 - A Meeting of Minds: Two Energies Collide in an Inspiring Conversation
• 00:06:54 - Leadership Lessons: Bringing Your A-Game and Core Values to Achieve Success
• 00:09:18 - Loss and Growth: How Losing Childhood Memories and Relationships Can Lead to Personal Development
• 00:11:55 - The Struggle to Fit In: A Local Creative's Journey Through Argentina's Society and Politics
• 00:15:04 - Green Card Delay Puts Company's Future in Jeopardy: Leo's Battle Against Disconnection
• 00:17:59 - Weathering the Storm: Overcoming Green Card Delays, Loss, and Covid-19 Challenges
• 00:22:53 - Navigating Business Losses During a Pandemic: Leo's Coping Strategies and Lessons Learned
• 00:26:10 - Quick Decision-Making: How Leo Started His Business Against All Odds
• 00:29:50 - Leading Peers: A Community of Entrepreneurs Empowering Each Other Through Collaboration
• 00:32:15 - Joining a Peer Advisory Board with Leading Peers: Discovering Growth Opportunities Through Shared Knowledge
• 00:36:43 - How to Join a Peer Board with Leading Peers: Tips and Tricks for Entrepreneurs
• 00:38:36 - The Importance of Legacy in Business: Leaving a Positive Impact That Lasts
• 00:42:36 - Eternal Optimism: Leo's Belief in Purpose, Humility, and Curiosity
• 00:44:49 - Eye of the Tiger: The Inspiring Song That Saved a Relationship

Links And Resources:

• Leading Peers
• Leo Popik on LinkedIn
• Lee Popik on Twitter

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