Capitalism.com with Ryan Daniel Moran

If you've ever lost money in business, this episode is especially for you. Until today, I've talked a lot about my eight-figure exit, how I've helped hundreds of people become millionaires, and the simple 12 months to $1 million plan I teach. I haven't been quite so public with my losses in business. They're big, as you can tell from the title of this episode. They may actually be even bigger than $2 million, depending on how you count. But as much as losing money hurts, there's something even more destructive that can happen in the mind of a business owner in this situation. That's why this may be the most important episode you ever listen to. Here's the truth: you will have setbacks. Sometimes they'll be big setbacks. Maybe really big ones. But if you can learn from my journey of coming to grips with my losses, you can pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and get back in the game a lot faster. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode - no matter where you are in your journey or how you've done so far.

Why do you do what you do? We all got into this game for one reason - the freedom to do what we are called to do. Often, entrepreneurs find ways to keep themselves busy. We pride ourselves on working to death and make fun of those who work a 9 to 5 for someone else without realizing that we are working double and are often less happy than those people. Here's how to fix that. You can go from twice as busy and half as happy to spending your days doing what lights you up and creates change in the world. And you'll make a lot more money, too.

Everyone wants to reverse engineer the successes of the most rich and famous people in the world... That strategy might look good on the surface, but in reality, it never works. You and I can never be Jeff Bezos or Elon Musk - and we shouldn't want to be! The secret to success is to be yourself. You can only be you. In this episode, I'm contrasting two ways I've gone about building my business. One leads to misery. The other one might not seem like it should work, but it's how I've enjoyed the most success. If you focus on building your business from a place of creation instead of a place of desperation, everything changes. Your life and business change when you set out to create something meaningful, not just make profits.

Money isn't really real. It's a tool that we use to formalize agreements with each other. Its purpose is to fund and sustain our service to one another. In this episode, Ryan shares some conclusions he's drawn about how humans think about money. But even more, he digs into the emotional responses most of us have to money. He also suggests a thought experiment that can help you make money show up faster in your life. And you can do it just by tweaking the way you make decisions about money. Give it a listen, then put these ideas to work for you. See how much more ease, freedom, and enjoyment you'll create in your life as a result.

"How do I make the next sale?" "What fire should I put out next?" "I'm burned out, overwhelmed, and can't seem to grow past the $1 million mark." We start businesses because we want to create something life-changing and exciting. But so many entrepreneurs end up instead feeling stuck in the worst job they've ever had. That's where three business owners were before the Capitalism Fund came in and set them back on track to quadruple or even quintuple their revenues. Not only did we make a financial investment in these businesses - we also helped connect the owners to resources that free them up to stay in product-creation mode. Listen in to see if any of the fixes we did on these businesses might help your business, too.

Failure. The angst, the anxiety, the shame and fear it carries with it… no entrepreneur escapes the experience of failing. But what comes next after we fail can mean the difference between shrinking into the shadows or emerging victorious with a helluva great story to boot. In this episode, I share a thought experiment you can use to process even your worst failure and completely reframe it in a way that sets you free. Spoiler alert: it worked wonders on a friend of mine who was willing to play along. She says it completely transformed her from feeling shackled to fear and shame to finally feeling free. If this episode speaks to you, I'd love to hear about the mindset shift it sparks in you.

"Ryan, I just wanted you to know you're my hero." Those were the first words I heard from Andri Sadlak. At the time, I didn't know much about his story. I didn't know he'd taken his first sale at one of our events, that he'd lost everything and started from scratch, and certainly not that just a couple of years later, he'd have a nice exit. But all of this is part of Andri's story. Andri followed my book, 12 Months to $1 Million, like a blueprint. He built a little audience, focused on delighting them, and built a business he could sell. I'm excited to share this conversation with you, especially if you're at the early stages of your journey. Andri is living proof that you can build a meaningful business with just a couple of products and a small group of followers.

One day, Jared Springer was on the verge of filing bankruptcy. Fast-forward just a little bit, and he sells his business for millions of dollars. Staring at his phone, watching millions of dollars hit his bank account, you'd think Jared would have been the happiest man alive. But he wasn't. That is, until he discovered the secret anyone, anywhere, in any financial situation can use to finally be happy. As Jared discovered, with money, all of your tendencies just get louder and bigger… because now you have the time and money to amplify them. On this episode, I'm sharing the conversation Jared and I had on a recent Wine with Wyan. Jared tells a harrowing tale of workaholism, physical paralysis, near financial ruin, massive success, and finally… happiness. Jared's the author of I'll Be Happy When. Entrepreneur, my hope is that you will take what he says to heart now, while you're building, so you're not waiting for someday. I would very much like to hear your thoughts on this episode.

Today, I'm joined by our Product and Community Manager, Justus Murimi. Before joining the team, Justus was a pastor with a heart for coaching entrepreneurs. He noticed a few unique challenges entrepreneurs face, and he's gotten really good at helping them get unstuck so they can thrive in all areas of life. Justus has been taking calls with members of our community, The One Percent, bringing his unique ability to hear what's really going on for them. It's amazing what getting clarity can do to help entrepreneurs make sometimes tough decisions their business needs them to make. In this episode, Justus works some of his magic on me. I asked him where he sees me getting stuck, and he nailed it. As he lays it all out for me, I'm betting you'll think he's talking about you, too! Give it a listen, and let me know what part of this conversation gets your head nodding the most.

"Who am I?" That might be the simplest and most challenging question to answer, all in three little words. But it's also one of the most valuable questions an entrepreneur can ask. Its answer forms the foundation for successful business-building, self-confidence, and goal setting. In this episode, you'll get to listen in as Capitalism.com's Product and Community Manager, Justus Murimi talks with Ryan and The One Percent community. This conversation can help you set yourself up for a strong first 90 days in 2021. Justus walks us through some powerful questions about who you are, your purpose, vision, mission, and what goals make sense for you this quarter. Even more, you'll discover a way to go after your goals that eliminates a lot of the inner conflict so many of us feel while looking at the gap between where we are and where we want to be. And you'll get a little assignment to complete in the next 30 days. Let us know what you discover as you do it!

Hey entrepreneur, are you sitting in the owner's chair? Or are you operating every piece of your business? If it is the latter, you are probably way overstressed, way undercapitalized, way confused about the direction of your business, and growing really slowly. You've discovered that the worst businesses in the world are seven figure businesses. Why would the author of 12 Months to $1 Million say a thing like that? Because: You have to hire really good talent, but you don't have the money to hire really good talent. You have to have the cash flow to be able to reinvest into growth, but you don't have enough cash to grow the business. You're just stuck paying yourself and then getting by on the rest of the revenue. You're able to pay yourself and for your overhead and maybe some team members, but you're caught in a trap where you're not really able to grow to that $10,000,000 point, or even higher. So, in today's episode, we're going to help you make the shift from entrepreneur to owner. After listening, you'll be crystal-clear on the three things a business leader needs to focus on. With that clarity, you'll see the path forward for making your current business - or your next - the freedom machine that fuels your life and lets you make an enormous difference for your customers. Let me know what you think. I think this message has the power to change everything for the entrepreneurs who really get it.

We live in a world that has changed so much in the past year. It's a sure bet that 2021 will bring even more change into the business landscape. We're seeing new buying behaviors because consumers now have new desires and demands, and entrepreneurs can fill the needs of these changes. There are three emerging trends that will make some entrepreneurs very, very rich over the coming years. Today, we're going to dive into three niche ideas that are about to boom. So, if you're considering starting a new business and want to know where the marketplace is going to go, pay attention to these three markets. After you listen, let us know… any of these markets get you excited?

Today, Ryan talks with Cathryn Lavery of the Best Self Co. to find out how this super-scrappy founder launched on Kickstarter. While many entrepreneurs seeking funding give Kickstarter a shot and get mediocre results, Cathryn did it the smart way. The result? Not only did she fund her first inventory round, but her second and third, too! If you plan to launch your own product on Kickstarter, listen in and take notes because you'll learn from someone who's learned to navigate all the pitfalls and make crowdfunding work. And if you hadn't even thought about using Kickstarter for your launch, stop everything! Give this a listen to see whether crowdfunding makes sense for you. After you listen, I'd love to hear your thoughts on using this solution for funding your business.

Here's something weird… and it 100% determines whether you will succeed as an entrepreneur. It's the one difference between two people who… Both say they want to start a business. Both have ambition running through their veins. Both say they WANT it. Both go through the same exact training, read the same books, and have the same blueprint. But one seemingly small difference between these two people determines whether they'll become wildly successful... or become stuck and bitter. The only difference? It's not what you might think. As you listen to this podcast episode you may find yourself feeling terrified (in a good way!)... and oddly, even MORE eager to get started building your own business. I'd love to hear what shift you experience as a result of listening today.

Did 2020 suck for you? Or was it the best year yet? Your assessment of 2020 and your experience of 2021 all depend on which "menu" of options you choose. You could choose from the menu where everything sucks and nothing's working for you… Or, you can choose from an entirely different menu, one full of new possibilities that all come together to make 2021 the best year yet. In this episode, Ryan shares four "extended menu options" anyone can choose from to make 2021 a fantastic year. It all boils down to a series of decisions - and they impact your business, your relationships, and your own wellbeing. Best of all, you don't even have to wait for the new year to start. You can make these decisions starting right now. If you do, and you look back at 2020, we'd love to hear how your take on the year shifts. Here's to setting ourselves up for a great 2021!

Today, you're in for a treat. Inside the Capitalism Incubator, a couple dozen brand owners have been busy preparing to launch their million-dollar brands. Each one of these entrepreneurs has taken ownership of a problem that's plaguing a specific group of people who are hoping and praying someone, somewhere will come up with a solution. These brand owners are about to answer their audiences' prayers. Now, as I've taught over and over, you don't have to have a big bankroll to launch a million-dollar brand. I recently published a video on YouTube detailing how I launched a brand with just $600, and later sold it for $16 million. But having investors backing your brand can sure help speed up the process. That's why we put our Cap Inc students through a powerful exercise we call Pitch Week. It's grueling at times. It's emotional. It's a huge stretch for some. But they did it! (And they'll be the first to tell you that this assignment was incredibly valuable for them.) Give a listen, and you'll hear a handful of our Cap Inc students pitch their brands to a panel of investors. If you're a budding entrepreneur, you'll pick up some gems of insight that can give you clarity as you think about the brand you want to build. If you're an investor, you'll get a sneak peek at the kinds of brands the Capitalism Incubator is helping to launch. Enjoy!

Today, I'm joined by Jason Franciosa. Jason's the co-owner of a brand that serves the CrossFit community - and he's the head coach inside the Capitalism Incubator. About a year ago, we had a conversation about how his company was just on the cusp of reaching a million dollars in sales for the year. Fast-forward to 2020, the year of the pandemic. Sure enough, the business faced some of its biggest butt-puckering challenges ever. But… Jason's still grown it 300% this year, and monthly revenue now tops $250K. I wanted to share this conversation with you because right before Jason started this venture, he was about to give up his entrepreneurial dreams and go get a job. Instead, he went all in, one last time… and he says it was the best decision he's ever made. No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, there are priceless bits of wisdom for you in this conversation. Give it a listen, and let me know what you think.

Just a few months into the Capitalism Incubator experience, we asked each member to present the vision of their company. Why? Because if you create a crystal clear vision for where you're going, you can build the road knowing you'll get there. Even more, you can get there faster with the help of a few key relationships who can bring resources to the table. Each member you're about to meet is on their way to building a 7-8- figure business. Each one has chosen an audience to serve, taken ownership of a problem their audience faces, and created solutions to serve them. You'll meet Damien, Kristy, Keerthan, and Yasmine and hear about their experience inside the Incubator and where they're headed with the brands they're creating.Prepare to be inspired and impressed by what these four entrepreneurs are up to. Comment to cheer them on with us!

A few years ago, two Australian entrepreneurs joined me at the lake house for a Backroom event. They'd built a wellness brand selling yoga products, and were right around seven-figures in annual revenue. Fantastic, right? Well, they were walking into a room of people doing $300K to $400K a month. It would have been easy for them to feel intimidated and even to wonder what they were doing wrong. But they set their sights on much bigger milestones, and kept doing the right things for the right reasons. I'm really proud of Gemma and Georgie and what they've created through Ajna Wellbeing, and know you'll love getting to listen in on this conversation. We recorded it for our Capitalism Incubator. But this discussion is so inspiring that we wanted to share it with everyone. Enjoy!

One of the best things about having the Capitalism.com podcast is that I get to introduce my audience to people and resources they may never have encountered otherwise. This is one of those episodes. You'll meet my doctor, Dr. Dan Stickler. Doctor Dan has become my trusted guide as I optimize my health and wellbeing. But I'm not alone in that. He's also the go-to doctor among Austin entrepreneurs because he's at the forefront of cutting edge medicine, including nutrition and psychedelics. You'll see why after you listen to our conversation. We're going to go deep here, talking about consciousness and other topics that may not be everyone's cup of tea. But the risk of being a little "woo-woo" here is worth it to me because I believe the ROI on an entrepreneur's health and wellbeing is impossible to overstate. You'll also learn how you can work with Doctor Dan if you'd like - and you'll be able to do so at a relatively affordable price through his special offer. After you listen, I would love to hear your thoughts on this discussion.

My friend Ryan Coisson and I have the same side hustle. We've both built successful e-comm businesses and both have a fascination with the stock market. But we're not day traders! To us, that seems like no way to live… eyeballs glued to ten different screens, blood pressure through the roof, making hundreds of trades every day. No way. Instead, we're hooked on trading stock options - and we only spend a few hours a month, tops, doing it. Ryan Coisson's my mentor in this arena, and I brought him into The One Percent to talk about it. Of course, neither of us is an investment advisor… this is purely for entertainment purposes. Tune in, and you may just discover that this stock investment strategy gets you jizzer-jazzered up, too!

After chatting with Bill Glaser of Outstanding Foods (one of the companies I invest in), our conversation shifted to a coffee creamer company called Laird Superfood. With revenues of only $19 million, investors just valued this company at $400 million. Their products aren't even all that different from their competitors' and yet they went public with a nine-figure valuation because they're a good brand. You have the same type of opportunity. You're just as qualified as any of them. It might take a few years for that vision to come to life, so now is a really good time to set that vision. This discussion gave me a major braingasm about Capitalism.com, too. Now, I'm thinking bigger than ever before. Listen in and let me know what light bulbs go off for you as a result of this conversation.

One of our favorite kinds of conversations is when we can help an entrepreneur get unstuck. Sometimes, the very question that's stymied you for weeks can be cleared up in minutes. It's astonishing to watch a braingasm happen, and inspiring to see what happens once there's a spotlight shining on the path ahead. You're about to hear several conversations where that's exactly what happened. We're sharing these conversations with you because maybe you've gotten stuck in some of the same places. If you've got questions about products, working with influencers, feeling like an imposter, or building an audience, listen in.

Hear about what's new and exciting in the Capitalism.com world. We've launched the Capitalism Incubator, affectionately known as CapInc. Wondering how it's going for the students? Something amazing happened only two weeks in with the current students. Many of you have asked when we'll open the doors again… listen in for the answer so you can be ready. CapInc's success created space in Ryan's imagination for a vision that will turn Capitalism.com into a billion-dollar business. You'll be among the first to hear about it right here. This win gave us a newly inspired direction for The One Percent, too! We're on the cusp of launching the first Capitalism.com Brand products. This is our laboratory for creating physical products brands. Hear the latest developments on our nootropic brand and more. Plus, here's an update on the Capitalism Fund, where a small group of investors is helping entrepreneurs with brands we're really excited about. We found a great way to "date" before "getting married" to these amazing entrepreneurs. Listen in for all the juicy details, and may they excite and inspire you, too. There has never been a better time to be an entrepreneur - and we're proud to be on this journey with you.

Today, I'm going to introduce you to someone inside The One Percent community who's got a system for making high-converting video ads. (Yup, he'll share it with you.) Kevin Anson creates the smash-hit video ad creative for a few brands you might have heard of… Tony Robbins Dean GraziosiRussell BrunsonDaymond JohnBrendon BurchardFrank KernMike Dillard He'll share his 10-step process for creating video ads that grab your audience's attention, compel them to watch to the end, and then leave them eager to whip out their wallets. Give it a listen, use his process to make your next video ad, and let me know what happens next!

Hey Entrepreneurs, Ever feel so stuck and stymied by a burning question that it's hard to move forward building your business? Happens all the time. One of my favorite things about the time I spend with The One Percent community is when we open the floor to take questions just like that. The best moment is when I see the lightbulb come on - or as we call it, a #braingasm. After these mental roadblocks are cleared, it's so much fun to watch these folks run full speed ahead. I wanted to share this Q&A session with you because I suspect a *few* of you may have similar questions holding your brain captive and keeping you from building the business you're dreaming about, too. Give it a listen, and when you're ready, why not join us inside The One Percent, so you can ask YOUR next question!

Today, I'm joined by Trevor Blake. Trevor's the author of Three Simple Steps, the book I recommend most in 2020. He started his first business at age 43 and has subsequently grown and exited three businesses for a total of $600 million dollars. Now, he's working on business #4. He's done this without ever having a single employee. We recorded this call for members of the Capitalism Incubator, our high-ticket coaching program for entrepreneurs who are building a million-dollar business in the next 12 months. Normally, calls like this are reserved only for members. But I couldn't resist sharing this with you because he's got such wise advice for brand owners seeking investors - among other gems too numerous to list. Give it a listen, and let me know what braingasms you have.

Recently, followers started sending me urgent messages saying, "This Kim Constable person is ripping you off, Ryan! Look at her 12 Months to a Million product!" So I looked. Sure enough, this Kim Constable person WAS ripping me off. I reached out and asked, "What gives, Kim?" I was ready to send a cease and desist letter. And then… Well, you'll have to listen to our conversation to see how that story ends.

Is the world getting better... or worse? Is there more opportunity now... or less? The answer lies in the filters we use to process what we see. Many boil this down to whether we see the world through an abundance mindset or a scarcity mindset. But we're going to take it one step further. Here is the foundational filter that will determine whether you will succeed as an entrepreneur. This may be the most important podcast you listen to because this discussion will help you identify what your brain says is possible for you.

Inside The One Percent this quarter we're talking all about investing. Here's Ryan's hot take on where entrepreneurs should be investing their hard earned cash.

Seth and Katie used their audience to build an 8-figure brand. Here's how.

Ryan talks with Matt Wolfe and Joe Fier from the Hustle and Flowchart podcast. There's this saying that "money doesn't buy happiness" that sounds so correct because we've heard it so many times. But is it right? Is it complete? Or does that saying need an update? Ryan, Matt, and Joe take a deep dive into the difference between working and creating from a place of excitement instead of just from necessity. Listen in and let us know about the braingasms this conversation inspires in you.

Let's talk about setting yourself up for an 8-figure exit. Here's how to set yourself up for the best exit, and build the best company.

Are you so caught up in pursuing the revenue, that the excitement you felt when you first started is gone? Listen in to this 1-on-1 call with Ryan where he discusses focusing on the long term vs the short term and why you should follow your passion first.

Sponsored posts suck for your followers. Let's talk about a better way to monetize your following.

In this leaked conversation with Ryan and Amie, a member of The One Percent, Ryan helps Amie clarify her strategy and identify her audience.

Hiring team members that aren't a good fit costs companies thousands of dollars. Lucky for you, today we're talking about how to avoid those expensive blunders. Kevin joined us to talk about his hiring funnel that he's used to hire the best team members he's ever had.

Gabe and Justin have successfully built up listings with thousands of reviews. Now, they're sharing their secret of how they do it. If you struggle to get reviews on your products, listen up!

Listen in as Ryan Moran helps members of The One Percent community solve challenges and make decisions. They're all on the path to a million-dollar business. Sometimes all you need is a little nudge to get past the limits your own mind puts on you.

Too many entrepreneurs approach investors too early, or without key pieces in place. Today, Ryan is discussing what he looks for when he invests in a company… so that your next pitch get's you an easy "YES!".

If you're mystified by the idea of building a responsive audience, listen up! This one's for you.Ryan recently sat down with Tatiana James to discuss how she built an audience of raving fans who are eager to buy from her.

Every week, Ryan goes live on YouTube to talk to community members and answer their burning questions about their business. Listen in as he coaches 3 entrepreneurs to help them get un-stuck.

Ash spent 3 hour 1:1 with Ryan to help him get un-stuck in his business. Join as a fly-on-the-wall and listen to Ash's breakthroughs, and how you can apply some of Ryan's advice to your own business.

Is equity really that important?Too many business owners miss out on amazing opportunities because they're too afraid to give up a piece of their pie (.... even though it will lead to a bigger pie!).Let's discuss!

We're leaking Ryan's Sunday Coffee call with Kevin Wilke. The two discuss the stories we tell ourselves that shape our reality, how they impact us now, and how we can shift our thinking for the better.

Listen in as Ryan sits down with Jeff Lieber, owner of TurnKey Product Management, to discuss what's working on Amazon in 2020. Jeff recently trained one of the Sharks from Shark Tank to scale his portfolio on Amazon.

Welcome back to part two of Ryan's interview with Jesse Elder. Today they'll wrap up their conversation on the current state of the world (and why some people are handling it better than others).

Join me as I sit down to chat with my good friend Jesse Elder about the current state of the world and why some people are better at handling the chaos. What he shares in this conversation might have seemed crazy just a few months ago. Not only does it make sense in today's world, but it may also offer a glimpse into the future. Be sure to catch Part 2 next week, and pay close attention to Jesse's advice on how to navigate an uncertain world with the kind of calm self-confidence that's becoming rare.