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EPISODE · Sep 17, 2025 · 28 MIN

Quitting LinkedIn to build e-comm startup | Andrew Marino, Royal Guard Co

from Salespreneur Stories · host Claylyn Tirrell

What happens when you land your dream job at LinkedIn — and then walk away? In this episode of Salespreneur Stories, Andrew Marino shares how he quit corporate life to launch Royal Guard, a men’s natural deodorant brand. From door-to-door sales and Utah Jazz partnerships to bootstrapping e-commerce with freelance work, Andrew’s journey shows the messy middle of entrepreneurship.We talk about:Why sales skills fuel startup survivalThe tradeoffs between freelancing, funding, and freedomWhat it really takes to bet on yourselfIf you’ve ever thought about leaving your W-2 to build your own thing, Andrew’s story will push you to think bigger — and prepare for the grind.Connect with the Salespreneur Stories:Follow the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Salespreneur Stories newsletterFollow me on LinkedInFollow Andrew Marino on LinkedInCheck out Royal Guard Co

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