How I Went From -$15k to $8.7 Million (My Story)

This is the full story of how I went from $15,000 in debt to making over $8.7 million a year.
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[@realmattgray]

My calling in life is to help 100 million founders accomplish their dreams through proven systems. I believe founders deserve freedom - time freedom, location freedom, and financial freedom. We're building a movement and community of founders with an insatiable drive to be the best and win together - and we're just getting started.

[@priyankasharma-tc1qo]

Hello brother help me with 30000$

[@user-uu3ir2vp5b]

What is a founder… is that another term for entrepreneur?

[@JeniferDreis]

Someone who starts a business

[@bxbblooo]

My name is Gabrielle "Gabby" Sales. I just turned 17 yesterday and Im planning on starting my business before I graduate Highschool this year. Ive spent money on a few of your courses and now im ready to take serious actions. I want to build something so meaningful and youre such a great vessel for me to utilize. Thank you for sharing your story and being so passionate. Im working on creating my very first website now!

[@realmattgray]

Wow love to hear this. Congrats on your momentum. IMPRESSIVE. I like Webflow or Kajabi for websites. Keep going!

[@o_gabrielsales]

DAMN!!! I'm in the same situation, and guess what: my name is Gabriel Sales Is this a sign???

[@rohan_karunakaran]

Oh man - what a powerful & inspiring story, Matt. That’s for sharing your journey from lows to highs. Stoked to help other founder win!

[@realmattgray]

Absolutely! It’s time to redefine entrepreneurial success.

[@jubilee]

Insane story, amazing video 👏 keep inspiring, Matt

[@realmattgray]

Thank you! Will do!

[@rotimiojo.ua98]

Been working with you through FounderOS, but learning more about your background and story is priceless and very inspiring. Excited to be on this journey with you.

[@realmattgray]

Much appreciated! It’s fun growing with fellow legends. Let’s win together🏅

[@aaronlabajo1827]

Matt, it's stories like these that push me to build a life that I love. Financial freedom, content, surrounded by wonderful people. Thank you for sharing.

[@realmattgray]

Awesome - let’s close this year out strong!

[@fatimabibi7664]

So many lessons and emotions in this video. Loved it. Thank you for putting it out. Already waiting for the next video.

[@realmattgray]

Awesome appreciate your support. Wishing you success on your journey!

[@BodyBeingBalanceBusiness]

Matt, this is one of the best videos I’ve seen from you yet. Very genuine, powerful and truly “YOU”.

[@realmattgray]

Thanks that means a lot. The team put a TON of work into this one. 3 months of edits, storyboarding, and animation. Hope it helps founders on their journey.

[@kamalmahmudov9296]

This May be the only KZbin video about success story that I watched from the beginning till the end. Thank you Matt

[@realmattgray]

Wow glad you enjoyed it - we got some jam-packed videos on the way!

[@tobiasrekker5376]

Hey Matt, this is the second episode of yours, I have watched in the last 16 hours. I am in love with your principles. I am going to watch, re-watch and re-re-watch this episode.

[@aliabdaal]

Fantastic video ❤

[@realmattgray]

You are so kind - thanks Ali. Great hanging out last week. Looking forward to our next meetup.

[@BrilIiance]

Seriously… this video was incredibly well made 👏

[@BrilIiance]

Woah… this is an insane turnaround. Amazing insights. Took notes! Thanks for the transparency Matt!

[@realmattgray]

Awesome - hope it helps you on your journey!

[@joseignaciocastro6657]

Great story! Thank you for sharing it, you are my mentor in entrepreneurship and personal growth, thank you!

[@realmattgray]

I appreciate that! Stay tuned. We got some 🔥🔥🔥 on the way

[@thejaymoraes]

I've been following you for a while on X and just now realized that you have a KZbin channel. Insane story and one that resonates a lot with me. Keep going!

[@realmattgray]

Welcome aboard! Thanks for your support here and look forward to building something great together - welcome to the freedom movement

[@RobMcCarthy]

Matt, what an inspiring video! Your journey really resonated with me. It takes a lot of passion, vision and courage to pursue big dreams like you have. Although my path hasn't been the same as you, I really relate to your willingness to take risks and bet on yourself. This video should definitely motivates any viewer to think bigger and keep working hard each day.

[@realmattgray]

I appreciate that! My mission is to inspire 100 million founders to accomplish their dreams through proven systems. Thanks for being a part of this movement.

[@marcstatz]

This was such a good video Matt. I loved your storytelling and the absolute fire you spit at the end. Thanks for sharing!

[@realmattgray]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nicolasbiondo8929]

What a great story man. Really opens your eyes about what’s possible. Going to implement these key principles and see where it takes me. In a similar starting situation as yourself and it’s very awesome to hear your growth story! Thanks for sharing

[@realmattgray]

If I can do it you can as well. Focus on tiny wins daily. Send an email. Make a sales call. Launch a website. Day by day you stack these up and big things happen long-term.

[@thefounders.edition]

It's incredible seeing you in your element. You are an example of the power that comes from figuring who you are and taking action in a way that positively impacts others. Thanks so much for sharing your story!

[@realmattgray]

Wow, thank you! Means a lot Mimi. Excited you explore the depths of your creative potential. Let’s get after it day by day!

[@imdaniellight]

Brilliant. LOVE this MATT. Thank you for sharing your story and now dedicating yourself to helping us grow! :)

[@realmattgray]

My pleasure!

[@mackenzierosegorman]

An extremely well-done video and even more impressive story. I love getting BTS of founders and companies - really inspiring and and beautiful. I’m so appreciative you highlighted the mental health pieces within your journey as well; it’s important to share. Such a crucial point relating of entrepreneurship and its great that Founder OS can also act an antidote to take some pressure off for business owners. Stoked to see you keep winning.

[@realmattgray]

Thanks for being part of this community. Excited to release more stories and value in 2024!

[@duv.metellus]

You make the low point so relatable that this dream life seems achievable. Thanks for inspiring us Matt.

[@realmattgray]

You can do it!

[@jordanmurphy7398]

This is an amazing story, Matt! I so deeply relate to the pains you described. It’s so inspiring to see where you were and what you’ve done. Keep going brother! You’re doing amazing🥇🔥🔥🔥

[@realmattgray]

Thanks Jordan - your support over the year has meant a lot to me. Grateful for you and excited to continue to build this MOVEMENT.

[@jordanmurphy7398]

Much love!❤

[@hana.s.ali93]

I absolutely loved hearing your story Matt. Thank you for sharing your journey, it's super inspiring. 🙏🏽

[@realmattgray]

My pleasure!!

[@JamelleSanIntl]

Matt, this is so insightful and filled with value!

[@apostleofbiz]

Thank so much for sharing Matt, very inspiring!!

[@realmattgray]

My pleasure!

[@backwardsreaction]

Awesome, nice to hear someone talking about healthy business. I am in the middle of the exact same struggles you have described, looking for solutions, improving every day.

[@realmattgray]

Healthy founders build healthy businesses

[@victoria.sierra]

Amazing story! Congrats! True inspiration 🎉👏🏆

[@realmattgray]

Thanks for all your help and support Amor. You're the best thing that's ever happened to me.

[@HitchandHitched]

Thanks for sharing your story. As someone who has just quit my job to work on my own, your journey is inspiring. I have been watching your videos and I love your emails on having a system, business tips and other really helpful tips that really resonates with what I'm doing. It gives me ideas on what to work on my business. I am really interested to join your courses but have not been able to attend yet due to other priorities, but I know the day will come.

[@realmattgray]

You can do it!

[@Because_Reasons]

Thanks for telling your story. This is fantastic content and advice.

[@realmattgray]

My pleasure! My hope is to inspire 100M founders to accomplish their dreams through proven systems.

[@PickingNuggets]

Loved this video! Thanks ❣

[@realmattgray]

You are so welcome!

[@SuccessMikeMatthew-gw5uh]

I lost over $80k when everything started to tank. Not because I was in an exchange that went belly up. I was just stupid to hold and because that's what everyone said. I'm still responsible. It just taught me to be a better investor now that I understand more of what could go wrong. It took me over two years of being in the market, I'm really grateful I found one source to recover my money, at least $10k profits weekly. Thanks Charlotte Miller

[@SuccessMikeMatthew-gw5uh]

she's mostly on Telegrams, using the user name

[@SuccessMikeMatthew-gw5uh]

MILLER184 💯.. that's it

[@realmattgray]

🧙

[@Montreea]

Good stuff! I am In the process of rebuilding my life after becoming a paralytic and watching my music career take a dive. I'm glad I stumbled across your content. Keep it up!

[@realmattgray]

You got this!

[@zhengbinhao7606]

This content is really amazing, thank you for sharing Matt 🙏🏻

[@realmattgray]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@erickoppa7614]

Fantastic and inspiring video, Matt! Slow is smooth and smooth is fast. ❤️🙏

[@realmattgray]

That’s the motto

[@wildpacking]

Thanks for sharing your story Matt. It's given me a little boost and a reminder in our capability to change. Amazing resilience to deal with the impending lawsuit too. I'd love to hear your take on failure. I founded a business two years ago which flopped and took a big toll on my mental health. How do you bounce back up again? Thanks! Amy

[@realmattgray]

To bounce back find your new rhythm and passions and follow them. Don’t feel like you need to do it the same way you did it last time. Your comeback time is here.

[@biztainmentofficial]

Keep your spark Matt. Incredible

[@realmattgray]

That’s kind of you. Thanks.

[@seyivictory3656]

I love your videos❤ Thank you for your great insights

[@realmattgray]

You're welcome. Hope you have a lovely day! Let's win together 🥇

[@BrowBabes]

Thank you for sharing this. As an entrepreneur it feels so lonely a lot of times. This was very motivating and inspirational.

[@realmattgray]

I get it - the struggle is real. Implement the right systems in your business and you’ll scale smoothly (and have more fun).

[@AlchementorLab]

Thank you for sharing your story! ✨

[@realmattgray]

Thanks for watching!

[@gabriellenunez.motherhoodbliss]

You’re amazing. Thanks for sharing your story!

[@realmattgray]

You are so welcome!

[@carlangelotardecilla8675]

"System driven" nice we need more videos about that. Super inspiring!

[@realmattgray]

More to come!

[@maryanastefuryn94]

thank you so much Matt! this reminded me that I need to care more about myself and my body, and the more I care about myself the more the universe care about me

[@realmattgray]

You're so welcome!

[@vikramchatterjee4495]

Can't believe I'm just seeing this! It's inspiring to see such a potent and relatable entrepreneur-creator on here.

[@realmattgray]

Welcome to the channel!

[@hojtheterror]

Incredible Story! I relate to this a ton as I feel the end of 2023 was my rock bottom point. I love your content and your energy Matt, and I've followed you for years. Herb reached out to the Dispensary I work for to work together, and I really hope that collaboration happens because I'd love to work with your team.

[@realmattgray]

Wonderful! Thanks for the love

[@nitinkamalxstar]

Best video so far. Matt, you are an inspiration.

[@realmattgray]

Glad you think so!

[@AlexOchs]

amazing video, looking forward for more!

[@realmattgray]

More to come!

[@SherryXShi]

wow, i am so glad KZbin recommended this to me. eye opening and inspiring. Thanks for sharing.

[@realmattgray]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@AlexMcDaniels]

Fantastic video Matt, thank you for inspiring me to keep going.

[@realmattgray]

My pleasure!

[@FinanceAlex]

Wow what a story!! Really transparent and in depth, thanks!!

[@realmattgray]

Thanks for watching

[@user-fi3dq6uq5h]

matt gray i love you, and i am grateful to your channel. thank you

[@realmattgray]

You rock!

[@susiecopywriting]

This is a brillian video, Matt. Really loved it and thanks for sharing it.

[@realmattgray]

Thanks so much!!

[@user-ll5dh8pd4e]

Amazing video. Thank you brother!!!

[@realmattgray]

Glad you liked it!

[@noemchhunny]

Truly inspiring, thanks

[@realmattgray]

Thanks for listening

[@MeaningfulByJosephAlcantara]

Super inspiring! Thank you for sharing your empowering journey. 🙏🏻

[@realmattgray]

Thanks for watching!

[@AfzalHussein]

Ending was 🔥

[@realmattgray]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@BriceGump]

Killer story man thanks for sharing 🙌 def gonna check out the Ikigai recommendation

[@realmattgray]

It’s a game changer

[@asimwallaceiam]

You just gained a new subsriber with this video. Thank you for this!

[@realmattgray]

Welcome aboard!

[@cezekwesili]

“Slow is smooth, smooth is fast” 13:10 resonates with our Framework of Intention • Slow Down • Give Gratitude • Take Responsibility

[@realmattgray]

🙏

[@GregRecruits-es1xn]

Great video Matt! Can't want to get my journey underway.

[@realmattgray]

You can do it!

[@calving6829]

Thanks for putting this out. Just had a rough day as an entrepreneur losing 20K and have to say this really cheered me. Appreciate you making the time out this content out and hopefully I can be good at business like yourself using what you’re laying out. Thanks Matt. Sincerely, Cal Singh

[@realmattgray]

You got this! I believe in you. We all go through tough times. What matters is how we respond. Keep going!

[@endinsomnia_com]

Boom, inspiring as always! Thanks for being vulnerable, Matt!

[@realmattgray]

Want to be as open and transparent as possible so founders can learn from my wins and mistakes

[@ConorGrennan]

Holy cow. This is phenomenal.

[@realmattgray]

Thanks that means a lot. I’ll relay to the team ☺️

[@gabrielnovotny4350]

Matt, thank you for soo much for sharing and new subscriber (youtube and linkedin). Im 43 years old and have built a successful career making over $200K a year, but Im burnt out from the rat race and tired of renting out my time to major corporations. I still have intense drive to achieve time and financial freedom and have been diligently searching for my next opportunity in this season of life. Also, Investing in your own body is crazy important as it helps feed the drive and mindset needed to be successful and for myself I would put this #1! thanks again

[@realmattgray]

Hey Gabriel - I totally get it. You should join the community inside Founder OS and build your own biz to get to an extra $20k per month and control your own destiny (and achieve time and financial freedom).

[@TK-cl3le]

Great story, It's funny how we really need ALL the parts to be happy. You can have wealth but if you aren't taking care of your body or vice versa it hurts your happiness. I love the concept., slow is smooth. I def need to find a job I don't hate. It's the only piece missing for me now! :)

[@Nikhil_Dhand]

I cried seeing this . Thank you for making the video. I was stuck reading books and Mathematics. I will take the call, I will build something out of my Life. Thank You 🙏

[@realmattgray]

Can’t wait to see what you create!

[@Nikhil_Dhand]

Thank YOU, You Mother would be so Proud of YOU. Please tell her an India Kid is blessed to have found YOU. Thank You@@realmattgray

[@Nikhil_Dhand]

Your Principle. Less Talk More Result. I will give a call at your Website soon. Thanks@@realmattgray

[@johnp4394]

Great story 🚀

[@realmattgray]

Thanks for the love brother. Appreciate your support over the years. Wouldn't have been possible without you!

[@JustMe-xb4ey]

Thx 4 sharing this brother. Raising the bar for all Canadians.

[@realmattgray]

Gotta rep Canada

[@callummcdonnell]

Brilliant video Matt - I’d love to have you on my Podcast ❤

[@realmattgray]

Let's do it!

[@Sir.Black.]

Inspirational video, but I'm having a hard time finding actionable steps or being relatable.

[@realmattgray]

Keep watching

[@bh1661]

Man, that hit, I'm 17 & I'm exactly in the loop you mentioned that you have gone through, hustle culture is insane, I keep asking myself does building a business really have to be this extremely stressful and draining ?, I found out people like you and many others have fulfilling business's, mostly community based, were you're a leader of a movement you're passionate about, I really wanna do this, where can I start to escape the cycle I'm in ?

[@realmattgray]

Check out my newsletter for free tactics on building an online community and getting clarity www.mattgray.xyz/newsletter

[@aaronjoshbarreda]

You are inspiring brother! Keep it up. I’m a recruiter by profession but an entrepreneur by heart. I love starting businesses but I have a problem growing them. I would love to get mentored by you or be a part of your team and share my knowledge and expertise. I have skills in sales and marketing.

[@realmattgray]

Awesome stay tuned we have some job openings coming soon...

[@GyanPrakash]

Thanks Brother 🙏

[@realmattgray]

Let’s win together🏅

[@CanadianPodcast]

Thanks Matt

[@realmattgray]

Let’s win together🏅

[@drkknath]

Really an inspiring story❤

[@realmattgray]

Let’s win together🏅

[@user-qn3hr4rn7h]

Thanks for the video! Super motivational. One question I have, what do you suggest to people who want to follow a similar life journey, but are struggling with the creativity to create a business idea? Personally, I'm ready to change my life's direction, but I feel like the road stops at the question "what do I do?"

[@realmattgray]

Good question! I think you need to surround yourself with other builders and find a mentor. A community can help you with all the small blockages that come up when you’re building. And a mentor can help you avoid mistakes and give you systems and lessons that have helped them become successful. Hopefully the community and mentorship from this channel can help you a bit on your journey!

[@user-qn3hr4rn7h]

@@realmattgray Thanks Matt. Lots of content creators and gurus throw tons of advice out on the internet, but very few engage in meaningful ways. Thanks for taking the time to respond!

[@ValKatayev1]

love the video! Nothing wrong with a full-time job, but if you want more, set time aside to learn additional skills or trying new things.

[@realmattgray]

Absolutely! Level up your skills and unlock new doors.

[@BijanIzadi]

This was just the video I needed to see today

[@realmattgray]

Awesome - let’s get after it daily - good things come from positive efforts

[@titinasirak7606]

Here before this vodeo blows up! 🎉

[@realmattgray]

You’re too kind!

[@vittorianesse]

What’s exciting is how many tools there are to help anyone start and run a business. 🤩

[@realmattgray]

It’s a wonderful time to be alive

[@MajorCarey-rl4nx]

AWESOME STORY! U wonder how I might joub or contribute to such a team! I can belueve un workung for someone luke Matt!

[@realmattgray]

That would be cool!

[@thefeels6723]

Holy crap…. this video was a masterpiece. Like you’ve been a professional KZbinr for years. What the heck. Level up much?

[@realmattgray]

I relayed this to my team. It made their day! Thanks for the kind works and support. Let’s get it.

[@gandanyah]

Truly inspiring! I've made the decision to embark on a side hustle this year. My goal is to create a side hustle that "POSSIBLY" not only provides me with the freedom of time and location but also enables financial independence. The desire to spend more quality time with my kids and family is a driving force behind this endeavor. Watching this has ignited a passion within me to establish an automated empire. I firmly believe that automation is one key to achieving my aspirations.

[@realmattgray]

Automation is key to removing yourself from operations and achieving your dreams as a founder. True freedom.

[@vikramchatterjee4495]

The internet was a much different place when Matt gray made his first milli

[@realmattgray]

Hotmail vibes

[@cheezecheese7915]

Thank you for sharing Matt. I'm 39 years old , a branch manager in a stock brokerage company. Now I feel burn out and really tired, because working under pressured like a slave from 9-5 even more, high demand from head office. I am trying to figure out what kind of other side hustle that can make me get financial freedom, time freedom to do what i love and get better rest include sleep well that eventually will impact to my health. I want to switch my current job with something that I need to work only 2-4 hours everyday. I also agree that invest to health is really important, because if I'm unhealthy nobody will care, even the company will just only replace you with others, so sad.

[@realmattgray]

Start with health and the rest gradually falls into place

[@liftYAHusha]

This is beautiful... Congratulations Matt

[@realmattgray]

Thanks for the sub!

[@netayconnection6236]

Great video 📹

[@realmattgray]

Thanks for the visit

[@Cenot4ph]

i went through the grind 5 times without a successful business for various reasons, also a few outside of my control. It's mentally draining and taxing to the point I have no idea what works and where to go. I guess the video message is, you need to start with yourself again what works for you and what makes you motivated

[@realmattgray]

You are your greatest asset

[@ghaithobaid6397]

1:28 Lesson 1: Invest In Yourself. 3:18 Lesson 2: Equity Is Key. 5:45 Lesson 3: Make Your Own Luck. 9:09 Lesson 4: Invest In Your Body. 10:24 - 10:38 : Tools

[@realmattgray]

🙏🙏

[@Nikhil_Dhand]

So much information, I will have to study this Daily. As Jim Rohn said, study the process and replicate as you don’t have time to learn everything in this Lifetime. I thank Matt again, I will come Tomorrow

[@realmattgray]

Awesome - get a pen and paper and follow these principles and you’ll win

[@Nikhil_Dhand]

I am here again, everytime I will see the Video, I will develop a new Perdspective. You are my Tony Robbins now. Thank You@@realmattgray

[@rockyblumble]

Man, this is so inspiring. I am a nobody right now, and my goal is to start making money online. I think I am gonna create a skool community, to me it sounds like a very accessible gateway to entrepreneurship. Now I just need to make a plan on how exactly I will execute it. I just want to be free. That's it.

[@realmattgray]

Building a Skool community around your passion is a great path. And start building an audience and newsletter. Pick 2 platforms and set up a newsletter in ConvertKit.

[@rockyblumble]

@@realmattgray thanks man

[@timdenning8073]

Such a good video

[@realmattgray]

Thanks Tim let's continue to win together!

[@scottfabyanic3546]

Ever heard of Metabolic Engineering, including High Dose, High Grade fish oil (for resolution of Inflammation and AMPk generation to repair tissue?

[@realmattgray]

Never heard of it

[@Risewithzaynab]

I love this video.

[@realmattgray]

Let’s win together🏅

[@TheBillyo13]

Great story. Great hair.

[@realmattgray]

Thank you! 🤗

[@FrimcX]

the last words are epic! That's the dream lifestyle to work towards

[@realmattgray]

Let’s get it

[@cruztube23]

The only thing that keeps me from starting the founders course is - I can't stay anonymous anymore. If there was a real action plan / course, where I don't need to use social or any media - I'll pay whatever to get access to.

[@arnonshachar5937]

10k passive income is enough to live like a millionaire everything else is personal development and internal improvement more money won't change anything .this is my goals in life

[@user-nh5em4sb2s]

Last minute was just straight FIRE. This is probably my 2nd or 3rd youtube commment in 10 years but this is not only my gratitude for this video.. but a timestamp for the moment I decided to take action on my own calling #Ikigai

[@realmattgray]

Awesome ikigai is life changing

[@kima6474]

Epic!!!

[@realmattgray]

🙏

[@HemgroYoutb]

Nice bro 🎉

[@realmattgray]

Thanks 🔥