356 - From Homeless to 8 Figure Entrepreneur with Stephen Scoggins

From homelessness to heartfelt industry leader, Stephen Scoggins is an 8 figure serial entrepreneur of multiple businesses who has dedicated himself to serving the person he used to be.  Stephen is also an author and the host of the syndicated, top-rated, hit podcast Stuck to Unstoppable. He’s been featured in media like Forbes, Entrepreneur, Thrive Global, Evan Carmichael’s Top 10, and many more.  I met Stephen several years ago through mutual friends and we were working together on a consulting project. My first impression of Stephen was through his credentials, but when he mentioned that he had been homeless before his success, I knew there was so much more beneath the surface to this man that you might know at first glance. Today, we’re talking about how to cultivate unstoppable energy towards your goals, as well as how to build a self concept in alignment with achieving your biggest, wildest dreams.   Show Notes: [3:50] - Stephen shares a bit about his backstory and how his self image shifted through his journey. [6:19] - He was promised a dream but walked into his first experience of living in lack. [8:26] - We get to choose the identity we live in. Stephen describes his decision. [10:17] - The life of the entrepreneur is a journey of aspiration. [11:46] - His first aspiration was to become secure. [13:43] - The entrepreneurs that are bringing in the most income spend more time becoming more conscious of the subconscious. [15:27] - Stephen describes an experience that completely changed his money mindset. [17:56] - He has a daily routine that chooses for him what he is going to do to continue his personal growth. [20:20] - Look at all the things in your life that money cannot buy. [25:03] - We all move through seasons.  [27:30] - How many times as thought leaders are we pivoting on content? [29:24] - After speaking with one of his clients, Stephen had an epiphany. [30:56] - Once you’ve shifted from tactical thinking to strategical thinking, then you’re into scaling. [32:07] - Elyse has built her aspirational identity. [34:16] - “I am ready to be on the same level.” [36:10] - It doesn’t matter what table you’re at. It’s about being effective. [37:56] - “I am someone worthy of wealth because I am going to steward it.” [39:37] - Stephen offers online courses and training that takes you through building a business step by step called Unstoppable Online. [41:25] - We are uniquely qualified to make something out of nothing. [42:46] - If you continue to work on your aspirational identity, the next step will always be greater.   Connect with Stephen: Stephen Scoggins Home Page Unstoppable Podcast Stephen Scoggins on Instagram   Links and Resources: Instagram  |  LinkedIn  |  YouTube She Sells with Elyse Archer Home Page Abundance Mini Course Join the $10K Club Apply for the $50K Club Mastermind