# Discipline, Entrepreneurship, and the Long Road to Success with Mike Barefoot

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Podcast: [Telling My Story](https://stenobird.com/podcast/telling-my-story-7824655)
Published: 2026-06-14T15:13:46+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/henry173/episodes/Discipline--Entrepreneurship--and-the-Long-Road-to-Success-with-Mike-Barefoot-e3kp7r2
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What does martial arts have to do with entrepreneurship? More than you might think. In this episode of Telling My Story, we sit down with entrepreneur, speaker, coach, and martial artist Mike Barefoot. With over 27 years in the staffing industry and 37 years in martial arts, Mike shares how discipline, resilience, relationship-building, and continuous learning helped him build a profitable business, generate over $50 million in revenue, and create lasting success. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, leader, or someone looking to improve your mindset, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and real-world lessons.

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