Derick Kulibaba on Turning Tragedy Into Purpose & Building a Boxing Community for Wellness

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Making Your Mark Podcast

Mark Bundang

41 episodes

4 days ago

🎙️ Making Your Mark Podcast with Mark Bundang What does it take to truly make your mark? This podcast shares real career stories from professionals across business, entrepreneurship, public service, healthcare, trades, and more. Each episode explores how guests navigated challenges, grew through change, and defined success on their own terms. Designed for early to mid-career professionals, Making Your Mark offers clarity, courage, and purpose — whether you're building a business, mastering a craft, leading a team, or shaping your impact in your community. New eps or clips every two weeks

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Derick Kulibaba on Turning Tragedy Into Purpose & Building a Boxing Community for Wellness

Making Your Mark Podcast

48 minutes 40 seconds

6 months ago

Derick Kulibaba on Turning Tragedy Into Purpose & Building a Boxing Community for Wellness

💡 What does it take to turn unimaginable loss into lasting impact?

In this episode, Derick Kulibaba, Montreal-based entrepreneur and founder of Seconds Out Boxing, shares his journey of healing, growth, and purpose after the heartbreaking loss of his first wife. From creating Kuli Box to launching Seconds Out Boxing, Derick has built a community that champions mental wellness, transformation, and support for others facing tough times.

He opens up about lessons from corporate life, redefining work-life balance, and the importance of self-care, purpose, and letting go. Whether you’re navigating personal tragedy, seeking resilience, or building community through entrepreneurship, this episode offers powerful insights and inspiration.

🔑 Topics Covered:

00:00 Introduction to Derick Kulibaba

01:42 Background & Areas Where He Made His Mark

04:34 The Tragic Event & Emotional Aftermath

07:30 Birth of Kuli Box: A New Beginning

12:47 Transitioning from Tragedy to Triumph

16:46 Establishing Seconds Out Boxing Gym

19:22 Understanding Work-Life Balance

22:54 Knowing When to Move On

28:48 Corporate Life vs. Work-Life Balance

33:52 Health, Wellness & Alternative Medicine

37:24 Finding Purpose in Boxing

39:22 Importance of Self-Care

40:23 Creating a Supportive Community

42:54 Seeing Corporate Life Differently After Leaving

45:11 How to Reach Derick Kulibaba

48:09 Closing & Call to Action

🎯 Connect with Derick Kulibaba:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derickkulibaba/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derickkulibaba/

Seconds Out Boxing: https://www.secondsoutboxing.ca/

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