In this episode, we get the privilege of getting to know someone who knows the journey of building a successful business inside and out. Someone who knows about the potential of connections, dangers of complacency and the importance of showing up every day – knowing that at all times ‘this too will change’…
Get ready to be inspired and let me introduce you to the incredible Rudy Revak, the founder of Xyngular among many other amazing feats. Rudy’s story is one of resilience, ambition, and unwavering dedication. Born to refugee parents, he came to the U.S. with little more than hope but over the years, he built not just a life, but a thriving company.
In this episode, Rudy opens up about the obstacles he faced along the way, from personal hardships to professional challenges. His relentless drive to turn setbacks into stepping stones is one that will not only leave you in awe but also help to instil a renewed sense of courage and motivation. His insights into the business world are nothing short of inspiring, and I found myself learning a lot from his wisdom.
Beyond his own journey, Rudy is deeply passionate about helping others achieve success. He shares actionable strategies that entrepreneurs can use to build and grow their own businesses. Tune in to this episode and Rudy’s spectacular story, the lessons he’s learned on his entrepreneurial path, and the advice and golden nuggets of wisdom he shares throughout!
We’ll be talking about:
➡ [0:00] Introduction
➡ [2:53] A fun fact about Rudy
➡ [3:59] It all started…
➡ [8:08] Getting into business
➡ [14:05] The catalyst causing the shift from failure to growth
➡ [14:00] Becoming an ontological coach
➡ [17:28] 10 pennies in pocket
➡ [24:25] Having a mentor
➡ [26:33] The beginning of Xyngular
➡ [39:06] Distributor fears back then, and now
➡ [44:39] The mission and vision of Rudy’s company today
➡ [46:12] Is growth always a good thing?
➡ [46:59] Controlled growth
➡ [48:03] Profit vs sales, is it still relevant?
➡ [50:21] What’s my time worth? A double edge sword
➡ [53:47] Technology is beneficial
➡ [59:28] Perspective shift
➡ [1:02:17] Rudy’s recommended book
➡ [1:04:14] Rudy’s dream superpower
➡ [1:05:08] Rudy’s favourite quote
➡ [1:10:42 ] Rudy’s advice to his past self
➡ [1:11:40] Final thoughts
Rudy Revak is a highly accomplished figure and a true legend in the Direct Selling industry, renowned for his contributions as the Founder and Chairman of Xyngular and Owner and Chairman of Pure Haven Essentials. Rudy was a refugee born in Germany who went on to become a successful entrepreneur. Raised on a chicken farm in New Jersey, after serving in the U.S. Army and using the GI Bill for college, he was introduced to business by chance. Despite initial failures, Rudy persevered, driven by his desire not to let his parents down, especially after his father risked their family’s farm to support his business investment.
A turning point came when he began working with Bestline, where he took on leadership roles in Germany, Canada, and Italy. Mentored by motivational speaker Jim Rohn, Rudy embraced the belief that personal change leads to success. His international business ventures flourished, cementing his reputation as a leader in Direct Sales. Rudy Revak was instrumental in the acquisition and rebranding of PUREhaven in 2016. Revak is also the author of Iron String, the turbulent true story of a life affected by war.
Rudy has witnessed technological changes like the rise of the internet and Social Media, but he believes that business fundamentals remain the same. For him, it’s still a people-driven industry, with technology merely enhancing communication. His story is one of resilience, seizing opportunities, and turning challenges into triumphs.
Resources:
Book Recommendations
➡ The Magic of Believing by Claude M Bristol: https://bit.ly/4d6pQuU
➡ The Magic of Thinking Big by David Schwartz: https://bit.ly/3XMGQ4Z
➡ Iron String by Rudy Revak: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01N1Y6FUM/allbooks
Quote:
➡ “For things to change, you have to change. For things to get better, you need to get better” by Jim Rohn
➡ “I felt sorry for myself for I had no shoes until I met a man who had no feet”
Connect with Rudy:
➡ Rudy Revak’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudy-revak-6b7543126/
➡ Find out more about Xyngular: https://www.xyngular.com/
➡ Find out more about Pure Haven: https://purehaven.com/
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