Join us for this enlightening episode as we interview Mark Aylward, founder of Seven Pillars LLC, a company dedicated to career and leadership development.

Mark shares his 35 years of experience in the technical staffing industry, having generated over $75 million in revenue and founded two multimillion-dollar companies. Discover his unique coaching approach, including empathetic communication and challenging traditional conventions.

Learn about his journey from a young man searching for his path to a successful entrepreneur and mentor. Mark shares invaluable insights on finding purpose, the importance of mentorship, and the art of risk-taking. Don't miss this chance to explore how to awaken the extraordinary within you!

Highlights:

(02:46) Mark’s professional career in technical staffing

(07:13) Strategic goal and vision

(12:54) Finding a proper mentor to succeed in business

(15:23) Self-reflection for building confidence and understanding your purpose

(22:37) The biggest mindset blocks that people have from achieving success in their lives

(25:35) Our education system should be set up to promote entrepreneurship

(32:30) Mitigating risks and taking a calculated risk for starting a business

Sponsored by:

BLU Scholarship: https://www.blu.university/a/2147984849/YbykQKgP

Mark Aylward bio:

Mark Aylward is a dynamic career counselor, business mentor, and entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience helping individuals navigate uncertainty and find their unique paths. With a BBA in Marketing from the University of Notre Dame and a Certificate of Excellence in Entrepreneurship from the University of Central Florida, Mark has dedicated his life to guiding others through personal and professional challenges. He has served as a trainer and career counselor with the Central Florida Coalition for the Homeless, a SCORE mentor in Orlando, and a judge and business mentor at Notre Dame’s Gigot Center for Entrepreneurship.

Mark’s approach to mentorship is deeply personal. It is rooted in his innate ability to connect with people seeking advice, a talent he discovered early in life. Drawing inspiration from his father’s teaching and mentorship style, Mark combines practical guidance with empathy, offering actionable solutions infused with humanity and kindness. He is passionate about helping individuals who feel stuck, using his expertise to empower them to progress, shine, and discover their purpose.

Mark has weathered his share of challenges throughout his career, from uncertain beginnings after college to the demands of starting a family at a young age. These experiences shaped his ability to counsel others, particularly those facing life transitions. Mark’s professional journey in recruiting, where he excelled at coaching, negotiation, and brokering, further honed his skills. He successfully founded and sold two staffing companies, each for over $3 million, cementing his expertise in navigating the business world.

Connect with Mark:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aylwardmark

https://www.7pillarsglobal.com