What If Failure Is the Lesson? Duh! (ft. Evan Poling)

In this conversation, Evan Poling shares his journey as an entrepreneur and veteran, discussing the importance of resilience, mindset, and the challenges faced in business. He emphasizes the need for clarity and vision in entrepreneurship, the lessons learned from failure, and the role of personal values and faith in overcoming obstacles. Evan also offers advice for veterans transitioning to civilian life, highlighting the importance of community and understanding different perspectives. The discussion concludes with encouragement to embrace struggles as part of the growth process.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Entrepreneurship

08:53 Facing Challenges in Business

15:13 Understanding the Business Landscape

19:09 Mindset and Resilience in Entrepreneurship

22:04 Embracing Failure as a Stepping Stone to Success

24:24 The Gray Areas of Life and Business

26:09 Military Discipline vs. Entrepreneurial Uncertainty

28:46 Advice for Veterans Transitioning to Civilian Life

36:43 Finding Clarity Through Vision and Mission

39:41 The Role of Faith in Personal and Professional Growth

Evan Poling is an entrepreneur, veteran, and lifelong learner driven by curiosity, optimization, and deep understanding. He is the founder of BizRetire.com, where he’s challenging a 300-year-old industry by rethinking how business owners transition and exit. Drawing from military service and hands-on experience building, owning, and struggling through business, Evan brings a grounded, honest perspective on growth, failure, and resilience.

https://www.youtube.com/@BizRetire

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

https://www.bizretire.com/