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EPISODE 10

From NFL

to Bankrupt...

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32 minutes

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March 18, 2026

32 minutes

What happens when you go from NFL success to losing everything… and have to start over from scratch?

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Episode Transcript And Overview

This week on the Never In Reverse Podcast, Marques Ogden opens up about his powerful transformation from professional football player to thriving entrepreneur, to hitting rock bottom, and ultimately finding redemption.


In this raw and honest conversation, he reveals the hidden dangers of rapid success, how ego can quietly destroy everything you’ve built, and the resilience it takes to rebuild your life, career, and identity from the ground up.


After being drafted into the NFL, Marques transitioned into business, building a multi-million dollar construction company at a young age. But behind the success was a mindset that would eventually lead to a devastating financial collapse, costing him his business, relationships, and sense of identity.


In this episode, Marques opens up about the lessons learned through failure, how humility became his greatest asset, and why true leadership starts with vulnerability. If you're navigating career setbacks, chasing success, or looking to grow as a leader, this conversation is packed with real-world insights you can apply immediately.

Notable Guests

Bill Fairman

Bill Fairman

Fund Manager, Private Lender

Bill Fairman

Fund Manager, Private Lender

A best-selling author, national speaker, and serial entrepreneur with 30+ years of experience in mortgage banking.

Over the years, Bill has worked closely with hundreds of high-net-worth individuals, helping them strategically grow wealth as a Fund Manager for more than 13 years.

He’s also a trusted voice in the industry, serving on the Government Relations Committee of the American Association of Private Lenders.

Nick Kiridzic

Nick Kiridzic

Founder and CEO

Nick Kiridzic

Founder and CEO

I'm the founder of StaffHero, where we help growing businesses scale without the chaos connecting them with skilled remote assistants and automation systems that save time and cut costs.Before this, I spent over ten years in healthcare and business development, constantly spotting the same problem: amazing teams burning out under the weight of busywork. That’s what pushed me to build StaffHero.

Now, I focus on helping business owners get their time back and build systems that let them grow with freedom and focus.

Paul Glover

Paul Glover

The No B.S. Executive Coach

Paul Glover

The No B.S. Executive Coach

Paul Glover is No B.S. Executive Coach, whose mission is to Challenge the Best to Become Better.

He is also:

• An Ex- White-Collar Felon.

• A “Recovering” Federal Trial Lawyer.

• A Subject Mater Expert on failing and recovery. 

• Who is a TEDx speaker, Vintage Speaker, Forbes contributor, and an author whose book, WorkQuake™, is endorsed by Marshall Goldsmith, a Top 10 Business Thinker.

• An Executive Coach With 30 years of experience who advises and coaches executives in organizations with up to $1 billion in annual revenue.

• A Starbucks addict, and 

• A Chicago Bears fanatic.

Adi Klevit

Adi Klevit

Founder | CEO

Adi Klevit

Founder | CEO

Adi Klevit is the Founder of Business Success Consulting Group and the host of the Systems Simplified podcast. With nearly three decades of experience as an industrial engineer and process consultant, she has helped hundreds of growth-focused companies systematize their operations to scale successfully.

Known as “The Process Guru,” Adi specializes in designing and implementing turnkey systems that reduce dependence on the owner, empower teams, and increase profitability. Her clients range from fast-growing trades businesses to multi-location professional service firms, and she is a trusted advisor to CEOs across the U.S.

Joe Dillon

Joe Dillon

Divorce Mediator & Founder

Joe Dillon

Divorce Mediator & Founder

Joe is a pioneer in divorce mediation who has been helping couples navigate the end of their marriages with dignity and financial wisdom for over 17 years. As co-founder of Equitable Mediation Services, Joe combines his MBA in Finance with specialized training from Harvard, MIT, and Northwestern University to guide couples toward agreements that protect both their emotional wellbeing and financial futures.  


Joe pioneered virtual divorce mediation in 2011, nearly a decade before others adopted online practices during the pandemic. His results speak for themselves: Equitable Mediation Services maintains a 98% case resolution rate, significantly higher than the industry average of 70%. 

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From NFL to Bankruptcy: Marques Ogden's Journey