1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Michael Stein is born prematurely with immunity issues and diagnosed with dyslexia and a stutter, he grew up in a broken home feeling socially awkward and impulsive. Despite these obstacles, he found inspiration in the movie Rocky and began exercising daily to improve his health. Stein became a physical fitness trainer at 16 and founded a social club in high school. He initially aimed to be an entrepreneur and actor but faced setbacks, including a failed tool company venture. Despite not attending college, he pursued interests in psychology, business, and acting. ⁣ At 19, Stein ventured into stand-up comedy and later became a prominent nightclub promoter. He landed acting roles, including the lead in a short film later adapted into &quot;Boogie Nights.&quot; He organized major promotional events, delved into personal growth studies, and produced documentaries on nightclub and rave culture. Transitioning to filmmaking, Stein wrote, directed, and produced acclaimed works like &quot;Rituals and Resolutions,&quot; which garnered festival awards and HBO distribution. Facing financial struggles, he started a tarp-selling business, Abadak Inc., which became highly successful. ⁣ In his mid-30s, Stein wrote, directed, and starred in &quot;Love Hollywood Style,&quot; featuring renowned actors. Alongside his business success, he initiated &quot;Tarp-Aid,&quot; donating tarps to the homeless. Today, Stein continues to diversify his ventures, including stand-up comedy, acting, filmmaking, and podcasting. His journey from adversity to success serves as inspiration for those facing similar challenges, embodying the spirit of resilience and determination. Long Shot Leaders with Michael Stein https://longshotleaders.com <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/30943463/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/30943463