I Run A 7 Figure Business With 0 Employees | Ryan Snaadt

Meet Ryan Snaadt, the owner of Snaadt Media Group - the driving force making video production accessible to businesses far and wide. A Midwesterner rooted in Iowa, Ryan kickstarted his entrepreneurial journey with a Christmas gift from his grandma - a GoPro - and a study abroad. Fueling his venture with a $500 Canon camera while juggling part-time work at Target, he turned his semester into a $10K success. Since committing to his business full-time in 2022, he's grown his passion into a thriving 95K-strong Facebook group for freelance videographers, a course helping videographers navigate the business side, and has just opened a physical location for his studio.In Episode 305 of Gathering The Kings, Ryan and host Chaz Wolfe clash minds over topics like fusing passion with business, the benefit of frugality in business equipment, and marketing strategies that buck the trend. Ryan also shares his experiences about starting with a GoPro, navigating a part-time gig to a successful full-time venture, and his commitment to scaling his knowledge over becoming a tech gear aficionado. Ready to unlock the door to a world of unconventional wisdom? Tune in now to this energy-packed episode!#entrepreneur #podcast #businessowner #entrepreneurmindset #marketingDuring this episode, you will learn about;[01:01]  Intro to Ryan and his business[02:05]  Ryan explains the motto of his business[03:38]  What is the burning desire inside of Ryan that keeps him pushing for more?[06:01]  How does Ryan suggest that business owners reignite their passion for their business?[08:05]  The journey that has brought Ryan to where he is today[15:24]  Ryan explains how he was able to do his corporate job and start a business at the same time[18:55]  What is the next big goal that Ryan is aiming to achieve?[22:18]  A good business decision that Ryan has made[24:16]  How does Ryan emphasize frugality without sacrificing quality[28:36]  Ryan discusses his marketing strategy[31:47]  Which is more important to Ryan: marketing or sales?[38:01]  Ryan’s book recommendation[39:05]  How does Ryan obsess over his family and business at the same time?[41:19] What advice would Ryan give to the younger version of himself?[43:03]  How to connect with Ryan[45:18]  Info on Gathering The Kings MastermindNotable Quotes"You must zig when your competitors zag - that's the whole point of marketing." - Ryan Snaadt"I believe many people exchange passion for a paycheck. However, I see a path to unify both in this world." - Ryan Snaadt"Marketing resembles fishing while sales are more akin to hunting. Marketing sets the groundwork, casts the net, and allows them to come to you." - Ryan Snaadt"Marketing is a sales function. If it's not adding to your bottom line, it isn't marketing. You're just keeping busy." - Ryan Snaadt"The truth is, you must always bet on yourself." - Ryan Snaadt"The intriguing thing about the power of 'no' is that it's often a 'yes,' but on your own terms." - Chaz Wolfe"While building, it's not always about the fun parts. There are challenges too." - Chaz WolfeBooks and Resources Recommended:Dib, Allan. The One Page Marketing Plan: Get New Customers, Make More Money, And Stand Out From The Crowd. Successwise, 2018.1-Page Marketing Plan: Dib, Allan: 9781989025017:...