EP119: Chapter VIII: "Uncovering Counter- Advantages To Your Difficulties" with Matt Fore

Hey friends! I recently had the pleasure of chatting with my buddy Matt on his journey from adversity to abundance. Matt has an inspiring story of overcoming dyslexia and family tragedy to find success in business and investing. Though not without some major setbacks along the way - like losing out on a massive commission check! 😲 We covered a lot of ground in this chat - from favorite bourbons 🥃 to swimming Ironmans 🏊‍♂️. But the real gold was Matt's insights on mindset. He shared how to turn weaknesses into strengths, why people matter more than things, and his approach to testing his limits. His thoughts on living intentionally after solving the money problem really resonated with me too. Matt just has such a refreshing way of framing life's ups and downs. He really embodies the growth mindset that helps you bounce back stronger. If you're feeling stuck or want an uplifting perspective, have a listen! Matt's wisdom will speak to anyone seeking more empathy, resilience and abundance. Let me know what you think in the comments! And if you enjoy, please subscribe and leave a review. It really helps the podcast reach more people.


In this episode, you will be able to:

Embrace resilience for personal growth in overcoming adversity.

Discover the benefits of investing in real estate for financial security and growth.

Gain valuable insights from living with a disabled sibling for a more empathetic perspective.

Uncover Ironman triathlon training secrets for physical and mental endurance.

Develop a growth mindset in business for achieving long-term success.


My special guest is Matt Fore


Matt Fore is a leader at a Fortune 50 company, where he leads a sales organization and also competes as an Ironman triathlete. On top of that, he is actively involved in real estate investment and hosts the podcast "Ice Cream with Investors." Growing up in a small town in southern western Virginia, Matt overcame challenges, being dyslexic and having a mentally disabled sister. His journey has been a testament to resilience, empathy, and the pursuit of an abundance mindset. Matt's experiences and successes make him a valuable guest on the podcast, offering insights and inspiration for navigating adversity and finding abundance in life.

The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:02 - Introduction to the Podcast

00:02:59 - Growing Up and Adversity

00:04:31 - Lessons from Adversity

00:09:44 - Overcoming Dyslexia

00:11:49 - Using Childhood Skills

00:12:25 - Leveraging Strengths and Weaknesses

00:15:33 - Disappointment and Motivation

00:18:58 - Overcoming Setbacks

00:21:43 - Real Estate Investment Journey

00:23:32 - Financial Freedom and Intentional Living

00:25:09 - Minimal Time Investment

00:25:57 - Finding Limits and Testing Oneself

00:29:25 - Inspirational Figures

00:30:13 - The Last Lecture

00:32:27 - Empathy and Meeting People Where They Are