Troy Munson is an ex-enterprise sales executive turned entrepreneur who left the corporate world to build his own businesses. From selling two startups to launching Demo, Troy’s journey is about taking risks, learning from setbacks, and creating a life of purpose.
Troy shares his transition from high-paying sales roles to entrepreneurship, the challenges of building on the side, and the rewards of taking control of his career and life.
You'll learn...
-How to transition from sales to entrepreneurship
- The risks and rewards of starting a business while working full-time
- How to turn your side hustle into a full-time venture
- The importance of resilience and long-term thinking
- Why success looks different for everyone
Instagram - @troy.munson @heydeanreilly @work.worth.doing.podcast
Website - workworthdoing.transistor.fm
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Timestamps:
00:44 - Troy’s journey from sales to startups
03:30 - Why sales executives earn more than surgeons
07:06 - The hidden dangers of comfort in enterprise sales
09:43 - Why Troy always knew he wanted to be an entrepreneur
12:45 - Building Vocal: From idea to selling the business
18:36 - Dealing with doubts and setbacks as a founder
23:50 - How to start a business discreetly alongside a job
30:02 - Selling Referral: Solving problems with creativity
37:01 - Why success looks different for everyone
43:36 - What motivates Troy to keep building businesses
48:04 - Final thoughts: Taking the leap to build your dream life