How can you transform your life from living paycheck to paycheck to running a multi-million dollar business? What drives an entrepreneur to push through insurmountable challenges and come out successful on the other side? Imagine facing the daunting decision of risking everything for a dream and the responsibility of providing for a child on the way. How do you find the strength to keep going when everyone tells you to stop?

This week's guest is Anatoliy Labinskiy, a successful entrepreneur and eCommerce expert with four Two Comma Club awards who has an incredible journey from a struggling food runner to a global CEO. Anatoliy is the founder of GSM Growth, an agency for e-commerce success, and co-founder of EcomScout.io, an AI-powered ad optimization service. He hosts the Ecom Business Stream Podcast, is a Forbes Business Council member, and one of the Top 100 USA Entrepreneurs with Ukrainian origins. 

From overcoming financial hardships and navigating personal crises to discovering the transformative power of mentorship, Anatoliy's experiences offer valuable insights for any aspiring entrepreneur. Join us as we discuss the strategies he applied to build a thriving business, the importance of having a strong "why," and the lessons learned along the way.

In this episode, you will learn about:

• Anatoliy's humble beginnings in Ukraine and his move to Dubai
• facing financial struggles and the pivotal moment in his journey
• the critical role of mentorship in Anatoliy's success
• building GSM Growth Agency: From zero to 32 million in online sales
• the importance of hiring for potential and creating a win-win company culture
• navigating team challenges and the tough decisions that drive growth
• key takeaways for entrepreneurs facing similar obstacles

Stay safe and #standwithukraine,

Anna

Resources:

Connect with Anatoliy on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/anatoliylabinskiy/

Learn more about GSM Growth Agency: https://gsmgrowthagency.com/

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Book a Mindshifting Intensive: https://annaliebel.as.me/strategycall 

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