# From Two Blocked Arteries to Business Excellence: Rael Bricker's Journey Through Entrepreneurship, Adversity, and Purpose

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Podcast: [Telling My Story](https://stenobird.com/podcast/telling-my-story-7824655)
Published: 2026-06-19T09:26:09+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/henry173/episodes/From-Two-Blocked-Arteries-to-Business-Excellence-Rael-Brickers-Journey-Through-Entrepreneurship--Adversity--and-Purpose-e3l0ii9
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## Resource

What happens when a marathon goal turns into a life-saving wake-up call? In this episode of Telling My Story, entrepreneur, author, speaker, and business excellence expert Rael Bricker shares his incredible journey through more than 30 years of entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal transformation. From working 6,000 feet underground in a mine to building successful businesses across education, finance, and fitness, Rael has experienced the highs and lows of entrepreneurship firsthand. But it was a health scare involving two blocked arteries that ultimately helped him discover his deeper purpose. We discuss entrepreneurship, leadership, business excellence, resilience, risk-taking, purpose, company culture, and the lessons learned from decades of real-world experience. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business leader, or someone navigating life's unexpected challenges, this conversation is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and practical insights. To learn more about Rael work visit: https://www.raelbricker.com

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