<![CDATA[Unqualified CEO]]>Unqualified CEO is a raw, unfiltered podcast about building success when you feel anything but ready.

19 years old I started with my young family in government housing, became a millionaire by 29, lost it all, and started over again at 33. This is a story about resilience, reinvention, and an unshakable work ethic. I’ve walked into every chapter of my life feeling underqualified—but I showed up anyway and put in the work.

This podcast is where I share the real lessons—on leadership, sales, and business—that I’ve learned through both success and failure. No fluff, no gatekeeping—just honest insights from someone rebuilding in real time, with a clear goal of building a $50 million company.

From the lowest moments to new levels, I’m putting it all on the table.

Because too many people at the top keep what they know to themselves. I won’t.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:55:53 GMTFri, 10 Apr 2026 17:40:33 GMT60Matthew Keller<p><b>Unqualified CEO</b> is a raw, unfiltered podcast about building success when you feel anything but ready.</p><p></p><p>19 years old I started with my young family in government housing, became a millionaire by 29, lost it all, and started over again at 33. This is a story about resilience, reinvention, and an unshakable work ethic. I’ve walked into every chapter of my life feeling underqualified—but I showed up anyway and put in the work.</p><p></p><p>This podcast is where I share the real lessons—on leadership, sales, and business—that I’ve learned through both success and failure. No fluff, no gatekeeping—just honest insights from someone rebuilding in real time, with a clear goal of building a $50 million company.</p><p>From the lowest moments to new levels, I’m putting it all on the table.</p><p>Because too many people at the top keep what they know to themselves. I won’t.</p>episodicMatthew Kellermkeller.axios@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Faith Fueled Fridays - Success that does not cost your soul]]>Four Foundational Principles for Understanding Success God’s Way

In a world that constantly redefines success through status, wealth, and personal achievement, it’s important to pause and realign with a Kingdom-centered perspective. True success, according to God’s design, looks very different from what culture promotes. It’s built on deeper principles that shape not just what we accomplish—but who we become in the process.

Ownership vs. Stewardship
Everything we have—our time, resources, relationships, and opportunities—ultimately belongs to God. When we shift from a mindset of ownership to one of stewardship, we begin to manage what we’ve been given with greater humility, wisdom, and purpose. It’s no longer about control, but about faithful responsibility.

Money Is a Tool, Not a Master
Finances are meant to serve a purpose, not define it. When money becomes the goal, it can easily take the place of God in our priorities. But when viewed correctly, money becomes a tool—something to be used for provision, generosity, and impact rather than something that controls our decisions or identity.

Obedience Over Opportunity
Not every opportunity is meant to be pursued. Sometimes the best “yes” is actually a “no” if it leads us away from what God is calling us to do. Success isn’t found in chasing every open door, but in being obedient to the right ones—even when they don’t look the most appealing or profitable.

Kingdom Impact Over Personal Empire
It’s easy to fall into the trap of building something for our own recognition or legacy. But God’s definition of success prioritizes impact over image. It’s about advancing His Kingdom, serving others, and making a difference that goes beyond personal gain.

]]>39d67d01-2e95-4b67-8a69-b093d6b076a9Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:46:31 GMT<p><b>Four Foundational Principles for Understanding Success God’s Way</b></p><p>In a world that constantly redefines success through status, wealth, and personal achievement, it’s important to pause and realign with a Kingdom-centered perspective. True success, according to God’s design, looks very different from what culture promotes. It’s built on deeper principles that shape not just what we accomplish—but who we become in the process.</p><p></p><p><b>Ownership vs. Stewardship</b><br />Everything we have—our time, resources, relationships, and opportunities—ultimately belongs to God. When we shift from a mindset of ownership to one of stewardship, we begin to manage what we’ve been given with greater humility, wisdom, and purpose. It’s no longer about control, but about faithful responsibility.</p><p></p><p><b>Money Is a Tool, Not a Master</b><br />Finances are meant to serve a purpose, not define it. When money becomes the goal, it can easily take the place of God in our priorities. But when viewed correctly, money becomes a tool—something to be used for provision, generosity, and impact rather than something that controls our decisions or identity.</p><p></p><p><b>Obedience Over Opportunity</b><br />Not every opportunity is meant to be pursued. Sometimes the best “yes” is actually a “no” if it leads us away from what God is calling us to do. Success isn’t found in chasing every open door, but in being obedient to the right ones—even when they don’t look the most appealing or profitable.</p><p></p><p><b>Kingdom Impact Over Personal Empire</b><br />It’s easy to fall into the trap of building something for our own recognition or legacy. But God’s definition of success prioritizes impact over image. It’s about advancing His Kingdom, serving others, and making a difference that goes beyond personal gain.</p>no00:18:432Faith Fueled Fridays - Success that does not cost your soulfull<![CDATA[Negativity is not always negative - A reframe for high performers]]>The podcast episode features Matt discussing the concept of negativity in high performers and how it can be utilized as a powerful tool for success. Keller shares insights on reframing negative thinking, emotional energy conversions, and coaching high performers to harness their negativity effectively.

Takeaways

  • Negativity in high performers is not always negative
  • High performers can use negativity as fuel for success

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Journey to Success
  • 08:14 Emotional Energy Conversions
  • 15:31 Coaching High Performers
]]>1551ffde-2b81-4d99-bd7f-c9ea7473cf40Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:24:00 GMT<p>The podcast episode features Matt discussing the concept of negativity in high performers and how it can be utilized as a powerful tool for success. Keller shares insights on reframing negative thinking, emotional energy conversions, and coaching high performers to harness their negativity effectively.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Negativity in high performers is not always negative</li><li>High performers can use negativity as fuel for success</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Journey to Success</li><li>08:14 Emotional Energy Conversions</li><li>15:31 Coaching High Performers</li></ul>no00:17:56Negativity is not always negative - A reframe for high performersfull