Ever wondered what it takes to build a multi-million dollar business? In this explosive episode of Mike Helfman's Curiosity, we sit down with serial entrepreneur Ben Bagg, whose journey is as wild as it is inspiring. From his incredibly resourceful childhood hustles selling jam donuts and cigarettes to navigating the complexities of building multiple companies in Asia's booming markets, Ben's story is one you won't want to miss.This isn't your typical rags-to-riches tale; Ben shares his raw, honest experiences, including the gut-wrenching moments of doubt and the exhilarating highs of success. He reveals how a focus on customer service, adaptability, and embracing calculated risks have been instrumental in his remarkable ascent. Plus, we delve into how AI is transforming the future of his business, and the unexpected challenges he's overcome along the way.Recording Date: 5/5/2025#entrepreneur #business #asiabusiness #malaysia #AI #artificialintelligence #successstory #serialentrepreneur #motivation #inspiration #draftcut #mikehelfmanCHECK OUT THIS PODCAST IN AUDIOSpotify: Mike Helfman's CuriosityApple Podcast: Mike Helfman's CuriosityCHECK US OUT EVERYWHERE👉🏻SOCIALSInstagram: /mikehelfmanTwitter: /MikeHelfmanFacebook: /mikehelfmanSpotify: Mike Helfman's CuriosityLinkedIn: /Michael HelfmanBUSINESS ENQUIRIES & COLLABORATIONFor sponsorship, brand collaborations, and more:📧 mike.curiositypodcast@gmail.comTEAMProduced by – Ruth Wilson Das, Mike Helfman, Fahad FikriHost – Mike HelfmanHere's what we talked about.0:00 Introduction: Meet Ben Bagg 7:00 The Dellboy Dad and Early Hustles 13:00 From School to First Ventures 20:00 The Shenzhen Incident and Asia Calling 27:00 The Catalyst for Moving to Malaysia 34:00 Overcoming Entrepreneurial Challenges :00 The AI Revolution and Nectar's Transformation 58:00 Global Economics, Tariffs, and the Future 1:21:00 The Future of Entrepreneurship and AI