"Fitness is like your business card... you walk into a boardroom, and it says that you're disciplined and you're consistent and you do what you say." In this episode I sit down with Mat to discuss his incredible journey from living on the streets to becoming a highly successful real estate agent. Mat holds nothing back as he opens up about his troubled past, including his time working as a bouncer, a severe drug addiction, and eventually living homeless in an abandoned building while hiding from the law. He shares the pivotal "sliding door" moment when a judge gave him a second chance instead of prison time, which sparked his relentless drive to become a top real estate agent. Beyond business, Mat discusses his intense focus on health and fitness after a severe burnout at age 43. He breaks down the importance of mundane consistency, the illusion of "borrowed energy," and why finding peace of mind is the ultimate form of success. Lastly, Mat bravely shares how he navigated profound grief following the tragic loss of his 20-year-old son, Logan, and how he slowly rebuilt his routines to keep moving forward for his family. Key talking points: The Depths of Adversity: Mat details his early life, getting caught up in the party scene, battling drug addiction, and eventually living in an abandoned building for nine months with warrants out for his arrest. The Turning Point: The story of how Mat handed himself in after appearing on Australia's Most Wanted, avoided jail time by the grace of a judge, and made a steadfast promise to a friend that he would become Australia's number one real estate agent. Building a Real Estate Empire: Mat shares his "boring but effective" secret to success in real estate: a consistent prospecting system focused on a core farm area of 1,000 homes. He also explains why traditional door-knocking and genuine relationship-building will always out-perform flashy social media posts. Fitness as a Business Card: How a severe health wake-up call at age 43 led Mat to prioritise his gut health, eliminate "borrowed energy" from caffeine and pre-workouts, and implement non-negotiable daily routines like morning sunlight, ice showers, and simple workouts. Mastering the Boring: Why true success requires an intimate relationship with boredom, and how managing your daily mental load is crucial for growth. Navigating Tragedy: Mat opens up about the devastating suicide of his son, Logan, a professional surfer. He shares how it temporarily shattered his world and routines, the difficulty of grieving in the public eye, and how he eventually leaned back into his discipline to support his other children. Join my free email list here Shop our Younify Supplements here: https://younifyactive.com/ (Use code DJK10 for 10% off) THANK YOU for listening, I really do appreciate everyone who tunes in each week. @djkfitness Intro by Will Sparks. Find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend or post a screenshot to your social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
