Chili Explosions and Career Revelations: A Spicy Journey with Ryan Snaadt

Summary:

In this podcast episode, Ryan Snaadt from Snaadt Media Group discusses his journey from an intern at a meat factory to the owner of a video marketing company. He shares a humorous story about an explosion in the chili room at his former job, which prompted him to pursue a career he loves. Balancing work and family life, Ryan emphasizes being intentional with time. He also explores the challenges of delegating tasks as a business owner, the importance of personal branding for SEO, and his transition from execution to a CEO role. The hosts, Liz Hunt and Chelsea Poppens, contribute their insights on these transitions and the value of stepping into leadership positions.

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Chapters: 

Liz and Chelsea introduce the guest (00:00:00)
Introduction of the special guest, Ryan Schneid, and his background in videography and podcasting.

Ryan talks about his video marketing company (00:01:10)
Ryan discusses his company's approach to video production and marketing, including the differentiation and business growth.

Ryan discusses the use of AI tools in podcasting (00:03:20)
Ryan explains the use of AI tools like AutoPod and Glamping to simplify podcast editing and transcription.

Comparison of podcasting experiences (00:05:31)
Ryan and Chelsea discuss the differences in podcasting experiences, including video and audio quality.

Ryan talks about his podcast and guest selection (00:06:26)
Ryan shares his approach to podcasting, including his guest pool, batch recording, and the themes of business and personal development.

Conversation about whiskey preferences (00:08:32)
Ryan and the hosts engage in a lighthearted discussion about their favorite whiskeys and bourbons.

Ryan shares a personal story about a chili explosion (00:09:33)
Ryan begins to share a personal story about a chili explosion that changed his life, with a humorous introduction by the hosts.

The internship at the meat factory (00:10:20)
Speaker 4 describes their experience working at a meat factory as an intern and the unexpected explosion in the chili room.

Becoming a parent (00:14:24)
Speaker 4 talks about having a one-and-a-half-year-old son and welcoming a daughter, discussing the adjustments and challenges of parenthood.

Balancing work and family life (00:15:40)
Speaker 4 shares insights on managing work and family life, including the importance of being intentional with time and creating a work-life balance.

Client acquisition and business growth (00:18:17)
Speaker 4 discusses the timing of client interactions and the impact of organic content marketing on business growth.

Personal Branding and Delegation (00:20:09)
Discussion about using personal brand as a guinea pig for marketing strategies and the challenges of delegating tasks.

Transitioning to CEO Role (00:23:14)
Adapting to the role of a CEO, letting go of execution tasks, and focusing on sales, consulting, and client interactions.

Experience in Agency and Transition to Own Business (00:26:26)
Ryan's experience in a video production firm, role as a marketing strategist, and the decision to start his own business.

Financial Journey and Business Growth (00:28:18)
Paying off personal debt, transitioning to full-time business, and discussing the profitability and flexibility of his business.

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Starting a Family and Taking Risks (00:30:02)
Discussion about taking risks, leaving full-time jobs, and starting a family while pursuing entrepreneurial goals.

Community and Mentorship (00:32:10)
The importance of building a community, mentoring others, and learning from fellow entrepreneurs.

Balancing Social and Work Life (00:34:19)
Differences in social capacity, winding down after social scenes, and finding energy in social interactions.

Tips for Entrepreneurship and Marketing (00:35:30)
Advice on digital marketing strategies, sales processes, and finding fulfillment in entrepreneurship.

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References: 

• Auto Pod:

• ChatGPT

• Riverside Podcasting

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