The Soldier || The CEO || The Husband with Avon Collis

Avon Collis is a military veteran who successfully transitioned into entrepreneurship. During our conversation, Avon reflects on the stark differences between military and civilian life, sharing his journey from managing a coffee shop to founding Relevate, a consulting firm with a global reach. He discusses the importance of trust, relationships, and networking in business, along with the emotional impact of his personal challenges. Avon's story offers valuable insights into resilience and the non-linear paths many entrepreneurs navigate.Throughout the episode, Avon emphasises the role of an internal locus of control, the lessons learned from his military service, and the significance of genuine connections. Avon has an incredibly proactive approach to business and life and we delved into how early-life experiences shaped his entrepreneurial spirit. This episode is a testament to the power of perseverance and consistent effort, revealing Avon's vision for global recognition in the consulting industry, and explores the complexities of Avon's journey and his dedication to creating opportunities and building meaningful relationships.Find out more about Avon CollisRelevate ConsultingWebsite: https://relevate.com.au/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RelevateRelevate Community: https://join.relevate.com.au/Social MediaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avoncollis/Thanks for listening to 'not a straight line'!If this conversation inspired you, please leave me a Rating & Review! Here are some instructions on how: https://podcast.notastraightline.life/rate.And share the episode with a friend.Would you like to be a guest, or know someone who should be? Visit https://podcast.notastraightline.life/guest.And thanks to Matthew Blissfor his audio engineering excellenceYou can find out more about his services at https://www.mbpod.com/.