Welcome back to "Construct Your Life"! Today we have the incredible Marques Colston joining us. Marques takes us on a journey from his days in the NFL to launching Champion Venture Partners and making waves in the investment world.Episode Summary:In this episode, Marques shares his transition from professional football to becoming a successful entrepreneur and investor. He discusses the importance of self-awareness, continuous growth, and how his experiences on and off the field have shaped his approach to business and investments.Key Highlights:- From NFL to Private Equity: Marques discusses his background and how playing in the NFL prepared him for a career in venture capital and investments.- The Role of Self-Awareness: Understanding the importance of self-awareness in personal and professional growth.- Building a Brand: How Marques leveraged his NFL career to establish business credibility and build a successful investment firm.- Creating Value: Emphasizing the importance of genuine value creation in entrepreneurship and investments.-Investing in the Sports Ecosystem: The vision behind Champion Venture Partners and its focus on investing within the sports industry.- Lifelong Learning: Marques shares insights on the continuous evolution needed for business leaders and the importance of adapting and growing with their endeavors.Join us for a rich and engaging conversation with Marques Colston as he shares his wisdom on entrepreneurship, investment, and the journey to creating lasting impact.To connect with Marques and learn more about his work, visit https://www.championventurepartners.com/ and find him on LinkedIn and Instagram. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and spread the word!👉 Stop playing small, book a call! Link in bio 👉 For more information visit https://www.austinlinney.com/ 👉 The @constructyourlifepodcast is available on ALL platforms 👉 Go take a look at https://www.proactiveoperators.com/. We’re not just coaches—we’re business operators and investors with skin in the game. Every strategy we share is battle-tested in our own companies. No theory, just real execution. Book a call and let’s make things happen! #MINDSETPODCAST #BUSINESSPODCAST #REALESTATEPODCAST Powered by www.podcastproducer.com