In this powerful episode, Doug Cartwright sits down with Miguel Angel, founder and CEO of Sunbright, to unpack the extraordinary journey from Colombian immigrant to 7-figure entrepreneur and leadership mentor. Miguel shares how he built one of the fastest-growing solar sales organizations in the U.S., what drives his obsession with personal development, and how God remains at the center of his mission.

They explore the deep mindset behind success, the mistakes that shaped his leadership, and how he’s building a legacy not just of wealth—but of purpose. From core values to morning routines to the emotional toll of scaling a business, this episode is a masterclass in what it really means to lead with vision, humility, and heart.

Timestamps of Key Moments:

02:08 - The hunger for growth: identity, family values, and sports

05:15 - Coming to America: dreams, contrast, and opportunity

09:35 - What Americans take for granted: safety, water, roads, mindset

13:42 - From zero to millionaire: the mindset behind financial growth

18:10 - Leadership mistakes: sacrificing culture, avoiding hard decisions

24:50 - Core values at Sunbright: growth, commitment, loyalty, communication

30:30 - Leadership onboarding: books, systems, expectations

37:02 - Learning through events: how Miguel takes & implements notes

42:50 - The balance of hustle and joy: soccer, resentment, and rituals

48:44 - The power of emotional regulation for high performers

52:31 - Relationship with God: business as spiritual service

58:00 - Life collapse: torn ACL, breakup, and team loss in 60 days

1:04:12 - Doug and Miguel on mentorship, gratitude, and resilience

1:09:05 - Final thoughts: your mess is your message

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