#126: From Pro Football to Rock Bottom: What Marques Ogden Discovered in the Eye of the Storm

What happens when the spotlight fades, the money disappears, and you’re left facing the storm alone? What happens when everything you’ve built comes crashing down—and you’re left with nothing but your faith and the will to survive? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Marques Ogden—former NFL offensive lineman, 8-figure entrepreneur, 5X bestselling author, international keynote speaker, executive coach, and host of a top 0.05% global podcast—to hear the remarkable story behind the headlines. At the height of his career, Marques had it all: fame, fortune, and influence. But one catastrophic business decision sent it all spiraling. Within months, he went from owning a multi-million-dollar construction firm to sweeping floors for $8.25 an hour. Public failure. Humiliation. Financial devastation. Everything that once defined him—gone. But this isn’t a story of defeat. It’s a story of what happens when you stop running from adversity—and start facing it like a buffalo charging into the storm. Marques shares the mindset shifts, spiritual revelations, and inner battles he faced on the journey back—not to the same level of success, but to something deeper: identity, purpose, and unshakable faith. He offers insight on what real leadership looks like when you’re stripped of titles, ego, and applause—and how failure can become the forge for your greatest transformation. In this episode, you’ll learn: The hidden costs of success and how to rebuild when you hit rock bottom How faith, humility, and hard truth created the foundation for a new beginning The power of taking full responsibility—even when it hurts Why resilience isn’t just about surviving—but choosing to rise, again and again How the buffalo mindset can help you lead with courage, clarity, and conviction This is more than an interview—it’s a wake-up call for anyone walking through their own storm. Whether you’re navigating loss, burnout, failure, or fear, Marques’ story reminds us that sometimes God allows the fall to awaken the rise. And if you’re willing to face it—there’s purpose waiting on the other side of your pain. Visit Marques's website to learn more!Listen to Get Authentic With Marques Ogden today. 🎧 Listen now. Be inspired. Choose confidence. 🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara’s upcoming Christian women’s retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here! ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today’s episode, don’t forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others. Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow!Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the TopLinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedInWebsite: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.comBranding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions Hire Tara to speak at your next event!