In this episode of the Purpose Chasers Podcast, I sit down once again with Dr. Carolyn Colleen: TEDx speaker, former UN delegate, and founder of Acton Academy Midwest. Dr. Carolyn’s story is one of resilience and fierce leadership, and today we dive deep into the work she’s doing to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.

We talk about the Acton Children’s Business Fair, where kids ages 6–14 step into their own version of Shark Tank to create, pitch, and sell their ideas. Dr. Carolyn shares how this movement has grown to serve over 150 young entrepreneurs and why building confidence, financial literacy, and resilience in children is essential for breaking generational cycles of poverty.

We also touch on her nonprofit work with the Fierce Foundation, her passion for creating generational self-sufficiency, and how music, creativity, and community play a central role in the way her students learn and grow.

Whether you’re a parent, entrepreneur, or educator, this episode will challenge you to think differently about education, leadership, and purpose.

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In this episode of the Purpose Chasers Podcast, Mark Crandall reconnects with Sean Douglas — U.S. Air Force veteran turned powerhouse speaker and founder of The Success Corps. Sean shares how he walked away from military security to dominate the speaking world, using category design, tactical positioning, and relationship-driven strategies.

You’ll hear:

• The turning point that took Sean from Air Force leader to full-time entrepreneur
• Why building relationships outperforms chasing money every time
• The psychological system Sean uses to open and close loops in his talks
• Tactical strategies for artists, producers, and entrepreneurs to break into speaking
• How to reframe setbacks, embrace discomfort, and use failure as a stepping stone

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After walking away from a $5.1M construction sale, enduring betrayal, financial devastation, and a year of darkness, I was brought back to the one thing I can’t shake — Purpose Chasers.

In this raw solo episode, I share my journey out of the fire and why I’m still standing. From building and scaling multi-million-dollar companies, to losing everything, to finding healing through music, marketing, and therapy — this is the story behind my comeback.

You’ll hear:

• Why I walked away from a $5.1M deal and what it cost me

• How music and managing Produced by Nef re-ignited my purpose

• The weight of walking away from family to break generational trauma

• The relaunch of Purpose Chasers Academy, Mastermind, and my next book

• Why I refuse to live in fear and what it means to stand back in calling

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