From Gunshot to Comeback: Mark Akin's Journey of Survival and Purpose

About this episode

Mark Akins shares his powerful life story of overcoming adversity and helping others as a perception coach.

In this episode Mark Akins shares his powerful life story — from childhood abuse, depression, and a near-fatal suicide attempt to homelessness and finally rebuilding his life through trade work, sales, writing, and coaching. Mark discusses how challenging your perception can free you from anxiety, the lessons he learned from recovery, practical tips for cold calling and sales, and how he now helps others as a perception coach and motivational speaker. Sponsors: Stacey Roberts, author of "The Pain Free Formula" Judy Kim Cage, author of "Supersurvivor" Hero Soap Company-Use code RAP for a 10% discount Links: LinkedIN @mark akins https://itsawrapwithrap.com

People in this episode

Host: rrapaport

Guest: Mark Akins

Topics covered

• survival
• mental health
• coaching
• sales
• personal development

Keywords

• gunshot
• comeback
• childhood abuse
• depression
• suicide attempt
• homelessness
• sales tips
• motivational speaker

Sponsors

Stacey Roberts, Judy Kim Cage, Hero Soap Company

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Pain Free Formula, Supersurvivor

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