47. Finding Purpose and Success as a Solopreneur with Brian Mullins

The Business of Doing Business with Dwayne Kerrigan

In this episode, Dwayne interviews Brian Mullins CJF ASF, a highly regarded farrier in the equestrian industry and the host of Mullin's Farrier Podcast. They explore the journey of finding one's purpose and establishing oneself in the world, touching on Brian's search for meaning and how he overcame challenges, including dealing with depression. They also discuss the importance of continual learning and professional development. Brian shares his insights into how he transformed his skills into a successful business, highlighting the significance of professionalism, trust, and effective customer relationships. The conversation dives into solopreneurship and maintaining a mindset of abundance over scarcity. This episode is rich with advice and anecdotes from both Brian’s and Dwayne’s experiences, aiming to inspire and guide listeners through their entrepreneurial journeys.

Learn more about Brian at https://www.mullinsfarrier.com/

Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction: Finding Your Purpose

00:38 Welcome to the Podcast

01:19 Meet Brian Mullins

03:01 The Journey of a Farrier

04:54 Understanding the Craft

07:13 Apprenticeship and Learning

09:54 Challenges and Rewards

19:54 The Search for Purpose

25:33 Dealing with Depression

31:09 The Reality of Being a Farrier

31:54 The Reality of Farrier Work

32:40 The Power of Sharing Experiences

32:56 Understanding the Horse Industry

34:09 The Value of Certainty in Your Craft

36:19 Charging What You're Worth

37:31 The Trust Business

41:03 Overcoming Fear and Scarcity Mindset

55:01 Professionalism and Perception

01:00:46 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

The Comfort Crisis: Embrace Discomfort To Reclaim Your Wild, Happy, Healthy Self

Deepak Chopra 21 Day Gratitude Meditation

Sam Harris Waking Up App

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