Devyn Gillespie, founder of Main Street Growth Partners, shares his journey from corporate job market to starting his own venture. He emphasizes the importance of being intentional with ROI and valuing every lead that comes in. Devyn believes in the power of partnerships and an abundance mindset, always looking for ways to help others without expecting anything in return. Kindness plays a crucial role in building success, as it fosters positive relationships and creates a desire for collaboration. Devyn shares his transformative journey from the corporate world back to entrepreneurship, detailing the lessons and strategies that have shaped his approach to business and personal growth. Dive into discussions on the importance of authenticity, strategic thinking, and community in building a successful enterprise. Devyn's insights into sales, leadership, and making impactful connections offer invaluable advice for anyone looking to advance their career or business. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or an established business leader, this episode is packed with actionable tips and inspiring stories to help you thrive. Takeaways Be intentional with your ROI and ensure that every dollar spent generates a return. Value every lead that comes in and be diligent in following up and working them. Embrace an abundance mindset and focus on helping others without expecting anything in return. Kindness is essential in building success, as it fosters positive relationships and collaboration. Sound Bites "In my experience, one day, euphoria, the next day, absolute. What the hell am I doing?" "The best way to love sales is to find a way to make sure that you're always talking to people that you want to be talking to." "They value information. They value education. They value openness. They value learning." Chapters 00:00 - Devin Gillespie's Journey: From Corporate Job Market to Starting a Venture 05:36 - The Rollercoaster of Entrepreneurship: Ups and Downs 13:47 - The Power of Talking to the Right People in Sales 20:19 - Core Values of Main Street Growth Partners: Information, Education, Openness, Learning 28:45 - Being Intentional with ROI and Valuing Every Lead 35:32 - The Role of Kindness in Building Success keywords Devin Gillespie, Main Street Growth Partners, corporate job market, starting a venture, ROI, valuing leads, partnerships, abundance mindset, kindness, success