S2 E33 | Alex Delgado Beyond the Uniform: A Marine's Journey Through Entrepreneurship

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What separates those who dream from those who do? Alex Delgado's remarkable journey from Marine Corps intelligence analyst to serial entrepreneur reveals that success isn't about avoiding failure—it's about learning from each experience to fuel your next venture.
The serial entrepreneur, Marine veteran, and author of "The Four Fs: Seeking Self-Mastery in Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finances" takes us through his fascinating career trajectory, beginning with a doomed hip-hop clothing store in Miami. Rather than being discouraged when competing with vendors selling stolen merchandise from car trunks, Delgado extracted a valuable insight about advertising from the experience that led to his next business: marine advertising with inflatable billboards towed along Miami's beaches. This venture flourished, attracting major clients including Miller Coors, Red Bull, and international DJs.
Throughout the conversation, Delgado reveals how military discipline shaped his approach to both business and life. While many might find balancing active Marine duty with entrepreneurship impossible, he simultaneously pursued multiple degrees—eventually earning his MBA—while launching businesses. This commitment to continuous growth reaches far beyond professional pursuits, as evidenced by his dedication to marathon running and community building through the newly-formed Oldsmar Running Club.
Perhaps most moving is Delgado's account of divine intervention that led him to Detroit after his military service, allowing him to reconcile with his estranged brother shortly before his brother's unexpected passing. This profound experience reinforced his faith and informed his philosophy on relationships, which he now incorporates into his motivational speaking.
Ready to break free from your comfort zone and pursue your own path to greatness? Delgado offers one piece of advice that trumps all others: seek a coach who can provide a tactical plan tailored to your specific goals. Connect with Alex on Instagram @AlexRDelgado to continue your journey toward self-mastery in faith, family, fitness, and finances.

Chapters

1. Meet Alex Delgado: Marine, Entrepreneur, Author (00:00:00)

2. From Hip Hop Store to Floating Billboards (00:10:47)

3. Military Journey and Education Path (00:21:55)

4. Brotherly Reconciliation and Life Lessons (00:35:17)

5. Authoring The Four Fs Book (00:45:46)

6. Soft Touch Laser Hair Removal Business (00:56:08)

7. Running Marathons and Building Community (01:07:09)