He Chose Family Over Fame… Then Built a Business (Interview with Joey YAK)

Builders of Authority · Feb 12, 2026 · 42m

What if the breakthrough wasn’t fame… but discipline?

Episode 206 is a powerful one.

Joey YAK went from elite athlete to touring artist to walking away from it all. He chose family over fame, got sober, rebuilt his life, became a top-performing sales leader, and eventually founded his own creative agency.

This conversation goes beyond business tactics. It’s about identity, maturity, responsibility, and building something that actually lasts.

If you’re a business owner trying to grow without losing your values, this episode will resonate.

Thanks for listening and being part of this journey…