Fireside America with Ryan Robbins

Sajid Ali is the founder and operator of Patriot Limousine, a luxury limousine service with a state-of-the-art fleet of vehicles, driven by a team of professional drivers with over twenty years of experience in transporting VIP clientele, from executives to medical professionals and even organ transplants. I was introduced to Ali just weeks ago as he drove my team and me to the airport for our trip to Utah, and in the short 60-minute drive to Newark, we were captivated by his story of emigration from Pakistan to the United States in pursuit of freedom. We knew we had to get Ali to share his full story around The Pit, and it did not disappoint. Ali is one of the most hardworking yet humble humans I have ever met, and the true embodiment of the American Dream. ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🇺🇸 ALI'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ali1994nj/ 💻 PATRIOT LIMOUSINE WEBSITE: http://www.patriotlimonj.com/ 🎥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 🔥 JOIN THE PIT: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1149908785819590/ 💰 1-ON-1 COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 54 WITH CHISEL & LOOM: https://youtu.be/WsZhVmbl6hI

Tom Simpson is the founder and operator of Chisel & Loom, which specializes in new and reclaimed wood flooring, solid and hollow beams, cladding and Millboard decking and siding. A rapidly up-and-coming Chatham-based business, their sourced materials are imported from Europe and have rarely ever been offered in the United States. Tom swung by The Pit to tell his story, geek out on wood and share some of his most valuable lessons learned along the way, from previous jobs, to fatherhood and fitness. Tom is also the co-host of a very popular craft beer podcast, America The BREW-tiful, which can be found on all streaming platforms. It was great to finally meet face-to-face and dive into this rising entrepreneur's story. Enjoy! ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🪵 CHISEL & LOOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/chiselandloom/ 💻 CHISEL & LOOM WEBSITE https://chiselandloom.com/ 🎥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 🔥 JOIN THE PIT: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1149908785819590/ 💰 1-ON-1 COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 53 WITH SURF TACO: https://youtu.be/pOHXtuglrqs

Rob Nagel is a Jersey Shore native and the founder of Surf Taco, New Jersey's preeminent Mexi-Cali cuisine-style restaurant, founded in 2001 and now with 11 locations across New Jersey and Florida (Jupiter). Rob has a fascinating life story that brought him to each coast of the United States, from living in tents to directing non-profits in California, and ultimately returning back to his roots at the NJ shore to bartend, lifeguard and work in other restaurants prior to launching Surf Taco. He has maintained an admirably grounded approach to business and life, and shared tremendous nuggets with aspiring entrepreneurs on guerrilla marketing, taking action and going heavy at the start. We discussed the Surf Taco sticker craze of the 2000's, the future of Surf Taco and the "halftime" adjustments being made behind closed doors. Awesome hang with a great local dude and iconic brand! Enjoy 🤙🌯🌮 ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🌮 SURF TACO INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/surftaco_official/ 🎥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 🔥 JOIN THE PIT: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1149908785819590/ 💰 1-ON-1 COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 52 WITH EMBELLISH U: https://youtu.be/AReO020eBcw

Alexis Smith is the owner and operator of Embellish U, a luxury spa and boutique based out of Point Pleasant (New Jersey), offering the finest treatments and products in the beauty industry. Starting her own nail salon at the age of 15 out of her parents’ house, entrepreneurship is embedded in Alexis’ DNA and she has built a mini-empire in the industry. Embellish U is a true one-of-a-kind experience and one of the most notable beauty establishments in New Jersey among women. In this episode we dove into everything from operating physical locations and managing a staff, to family struggles and everything in between. Alexis is a young veteran in the industry who is only just getting started. Enjoy! ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 💅 EMBELLISH U INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/embellishullc/ 🎥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 🔥 JOIN THE PIT: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1149908785819590/ 💰 1-ON-1 COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 51 WITH MATT VINCENT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9uSQZPCwiQ

Matt Vincent is the MOST INTERESTING MAN ON THE INTERNET! A 2X Highland Games world champion turned serial entrepreneur and psychonaut, Matt’s roots were dug in southwest Louisiana where he was a high school indoor and outdoor state champion in the shot, before competing for the LSU Tigers and standing upon the SEC podium multiple times. After college, Matt took an outside sales job in the oil industry, where he was on pace to earn close to $200K in total comp at a young age. While training for the Highland Games, which draws comparisons to the World’s Strongest Man competition, Matt started his YouTube channel to analyze his throwing form, before eventually evolving into what is now known as daily vlogging. Today, he owns a successful apparel company “Not Dead Yet” and operates a bustling coaching group focused on total human performance around the domains of life, business and health. Matt is a SUPER interesting and open-minded individual, with a passion for psychedelic medicine and research. It was a truly enjoyable experience having him in town from St. Louis, and we are excited to collaborate on more things in the future. Enjoy! ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🏋️‍♂️ MATT’S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/matthewpvincent/ 🎥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 🔥 JOIN THE PIT: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1149908785819590/ 💰 1-ON-1 COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 50 WITH “DR. ILAN GAMBURG”: https://youtu.be/yxaYGmsgey0

WE’RE BACK! Hope everyone had a tremendous Christmas and New Year and is as fired up for 2023 as I am! 🔥 Ringing in the New Year with a monumental Episode 50, joined by guest Dr. Ilan Gamburg, the Israeli-born owner of “Brielle Dentistry,” who emigrated to New Jersey from Jerusalem at the age of 12 with his brother and Russian-born parents. A graduate of the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Ilan Gamburg went onto complete his General Practice Residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center before finishing his Postgraduate Dental Implant Program at NYU College of Dentistry. My personal dentist, Dr. Gamburg is a highly-skilled practitioner and class act whom I couldn’t wait to bring to The Pit to hear his story. With a love for freedom and entrepreneurship, Dr. Gamburg has built an incredible business in the beach town of Brielle, New Jersey, acquiring the previous practice and building it to a team of nearly twenty before even turning 30. Enjoy! ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🦷 BRIELLE DENTISTRY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/brielledentistry/ 🎥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 🔥 JOIN THE PIT: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1149908785819590/ 💰 1-ON-1 COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 49 WITH “NICK HOFFER”: https://youtu.be/pm76T6FN-j8

Nick Hoffer, AKA “The Holster Guy” is the founder/CEO of HofTac Industries and Patriot Trays. Based out of Idaho, USA, Nick has built an impressive business that includes his ultra-popular “OMNICARRY” holster, which comfortably accommodates more than 200 handguns. Nick and I connected through Sean Whalen’s “The Lion’s Den” and hit it off immediately, so I was super excited when we were able to put together this cross-country hang. We discussed quitting unfulfilling jobs, taking chances on ourselves, “personality scores” and all of the trials and tribulations that come along with the human experience. Nick’s facilities have a capacity to output 3,600 holsters per month, and sights are set on scaling operations, with a personal goal of an exit in the next decade. It was a short but worthwhile time showing Nick the ropes of the Jersey Shore, and I hope you enjoyed this conversation as much as we did. Cheers! ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🔫 NICK’S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/nickelashoffer/ ⚙️ HOFTAC INDUSTRIES INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/hoftac_industries/ 🎥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 🔥 JOIN THE PIT: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1149908785819590/ 💰 1-ON-1 COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 48 WITH “THE MUSCLE”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZELrYkrbMM

Keaton Hoskins is a serial entrepreneur best known for his role as “The Muscle” on The Discovery Channel’s hit TV show, “Diesel Brothers”. A wildly successful entrepreneur in his own right hailing from Utah, Keaton has built, operated and sold dozens of successful businesses since his 20’s across a variety of industries, from fitness to medicine and everything in between. He has never invested more than $7,500 to launch a business and has led each venture to meteoric success. While continuing to operate a number of businesses, Keaton’s latest and most prized venture is his launch of “Limitless Society” where he coaches men and women on how to be “limitless” in all aspects of life, from personal development to career success. Keaton and his beautiful wife, Madi, made the cross-country trip to Point Pleasant, New Jersey for a long weekend at the Jersey Shore and dropped a ton of nuggets here at The Pit. Enjoy! 🥃 ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 💪🏼 KEATON’S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/the.muscle/ 🙏🏼 LIMITLESS SOCIETY: https://limitless.keatonhoskins.com/ 🎥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 🔥 JOIN THE PIT: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1149908785819590/ 💰 1-ON-1 COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 47 WITH SEAN GREVY: https://youtu.be/5z-BLVjv-5M CHAPTERS 00:00 - Screw you if you don’t give back 4:50 - 2-Year Mission Trip; Pre-Med 9:50 - "Fathom your potential" 11:33 - $75K/month at 22 & taking ownership of a gym 18:50 - Structuring deals 23:30 - “Diesel Sellers” giveaways 26:45 - Signing with Discovery Channel 28:15 - Opening medical practices and structuring more deals 31:40 - Giving free supplements to the military 34:02 - "Just f***ing GO!" 37:50 - Sending a helicopter to search for a missing teen 39:50 - "I want to die with NOTHING" 41:05 - Current business ventures 47:00 - “The Pit” and Limitless Society 56:55 - Tony Robbins on $10M vs. $100M 1:01:13 - Ronnie Coleman story 1:04:15 - Closing thoughts

Sean Grevy is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, impact investor and most notably, the CEO of 43 Oak Advertising. His agency has dominated the advertising game across the Tri-State area, from the airwaves of radio to the airspace that billboards of Eat Clean Bro, Pond LeHockey and others command. Sean has a captivating story and a relentless self-belief that has allowed him to continually bet on himself, bringing him from the projects of Philadelphia to the top of the advertising industry. A lifelong hockey player, Sean’s proudest accomplishment has been his creation of The 43 Oak Foundation in collaboration with The New York Islanders and UBS Group AG, which brings diversity to hockey and opportunity to the underprivileged. We talked the early days of “dialing for dollars”, our duty to help others and rarely heard struggles that shaped him into who he is today. It was a passionate, inspiring conversation and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! 🥃 ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🏒 SEAN’S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/43_oak/ 🎯 43 OAK INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/43_oak_advertising/ 🙏🏼 43 OAK FOUNDATION: https://www.43oakfoundation.org/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 APPLY FOR COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 46 WITH MIA & CARLA JUNG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8RcNxzgiiQk

Mia and Carla Jung are South Jersey natives and two of the most dynamic women in healthcare! These powerful twin sisters joined me fireside for a beautiful evening of conversation, sharing stories from childhood, through college at Villanova and Columbia, to their prominent positions in healthcare and finance today. A Talent Partner on the Healthcare team at WCAS, Mia focuses on executive talent strategy and management, and is responsible for helping the world's leading healthcare companies build best-in-class executive teams. Her personal mission to serve as a bridge for bringing women into private equity — specifically in healthcare — and launched "Break into the Boardroom” as her flagship initiative. The Vice President of Sales, Coronary and Renal Denervation at Medtronic, Carla leads high-performance sales teams with hundreds of members across the nation in Medtronic's pursuit to boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity, with innovations that transform lives. She brings a strong passion for growing teams and transforming company cultures to the table. Enjoy! 🥃 ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 💵 MIA'S LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mia-jung-3493582 🩺 CARLA'S LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-jung-4838117/ 👩‍💼 BREAK INTO THE BOARDROOM: https://breakintotheboardroom.org/index.html 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 APPLY FOR COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 45 WITH MATT REGA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWlnwPtsl2U

Matt Rega is a serial entrepreneur based out of Monmouth County, New Jersey, with ventures including the Beach Shack Deli, Straw Dock (https://strawdock.com/) and a budding boutique marketing agency. A former NCAA D1 wrestler, Matt brings a relentless grit to business and a passion for community, which was amplified after locals rallied around his business and countless others at the Jersey Shore post Hurricane Sandy. Matt has limitless potential and was a great hang on a beautiful fall evening! Enjoy! ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🏖 MATT’S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/matt_rega/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 APPLY FOR COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 44 WITH PAUL ALTERO: https://youtu.be/s9JRUOg9T1U

Paul Altero is a New Jersey Native and the co-founder of Bubbakoo’s Burritos. Along with his partner, Bill Hart, Bubbakoo’s has grown into a nationwide brand, with more than 100 locations and a goal of 250 within five years. A former fellow Point Pleasant resident, Paul joined me at the pit in his return to New Jersey after moving to Naples, Florida with his wife and two daughters. We discussed the inception of Bubbakoo’s, his Ghanaian professor’s encouragement which triggered a change in his self actualization, ensuring quality across 100+ stores, and “Creating Something Different.” While Paul is a high-level entrepreneur, at the end of the day he is just a regular Jersey boy who chomped at the bit and did what it took. It was an inspiring conversation loaded with value, and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🌯 BUBBAKOOS’ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/bubbakoosburritos/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 APPLY FOR COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 43 WITH TOBIAS EATS: https://youtu.be/DREoxWLm-yw

Tobias is a professional food eater, beer drinker and one of the most prolific partiers in America. He is ALSO a highly intelligent, strategic and dedicated entrepreneur, with a self-produced show “Tobias Eats” available on Apple TV! Tobias joined me fireside on a calm, autumn night, and the pit would never be the same! Bourbon, beers from local breweries and some of my favorite cigars were shared, as were stories about the rise and future of Tobias Eats. It was a fun one! Enjoy 🥃 ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🔪 TOBIAS’ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/tobiaseats/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 APPLY FOR COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 42 WITH CHEF JAMES AVERY: https://youtu.be/feD-I6aBh24

Chef James Avery worked his way from a pizza delivery boy to sous-chef, under the tutelage of iconic chefs including David Burke and Gordon Ramsay. In 2010, James jumped on a TV opportunity to work on the culinary production team for Gordon Ramsay’s hit FOX television show “Kitchen Nightmares.” CJA stayed on as a Consulting Chef for one of the show’s renovated New Jersey restaurants before making his way back to Michael Mina’s Sea Blue. In 2011, James joined BR Guest Hospitality helping to open Dos Caminos and its three sister restaurants at Harrah’s Resort in Atlantic City. The following year, he returned to FOX television as the Blue Team Sous Chef on Gordon Ramsay’s culinary competition show “Hell’s Kitchen” for seasons 11-14. In the summer of 2014 he became the Executive Chef of the Asbury Festhalle and Biergarten and Executive Chef/Partner at the Bonney Read. He opened a farm-to-table eatery Farmly Neighborhood, and eventually launched "The Black Swan" in Asbury Park, a European gastropub serving British/Irish fare, imported beers, wines, and craft cocktails. James is a legit entrepreneur and all-around good guy, residing in Wall Township, N.J. with his wife, Diana and four young children. Enjoy! ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🔪 JAMES' INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/chefjamesavery/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 APPLY FOR COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 41 WITH MELINA BRADLEY: https://youtu.be/gx6jz1mIjHY

Melina Bradley is the daughter of immigrants and one of the top Realtors in the greater Jersey Shore region. A trained opera singer, Melina traveled the world pursuing music, living in multiple states and nations before ultimately settling in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey. In a few short years, Melina has built a real estate machine that sells tens of millions of dollars in real estate per year, and provides her with the financial freedom and future that can only be achieved through "walking THROUGH the storms." Enjoy! 🥃 ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🏡 MELINA'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/melinagerges/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 APPLY FOR COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 41 WITH JERSEY FREEZE: https://youtu.be/GuS4uJ9J9LE

Matt Cangialosi is the co-owner of Jersey Freeze, founded in 1952 by the Blackmore family before being purchased by Matt and his partner Katie DiNonno in 2014. Matt is a retired police officer who rose through the ranks for 10 years before taking the dive into entrepreneurship with CKO Kickboxing and Jersey Freeze. A community staple, Jersey Freeze is heavily involved in local organizations and has been a comforting constant in Monmouth County for decades. Matt swung by the pit to walk us through his upbringing, from the baseball field at Christian Brothers Academy to his time in the police force. He and Katie have big plans for Jersey Freeze, with a new location opened up in Holmdel's Bell Works that could very well serve as the blueprint for future franchises across the nation. It was an awesome conversation with a true patriot who is crushing it on every level! Enjoy! 🥃 ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🍦 JERSEY FREEZE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jerseyfreeze1952/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 APPLY FOR COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 39 WITH AJ ADAMCZYK: https://youtu.be/kfr2NEqG6mE

AJ Adamczyk is the founder of Thrive Spine and Sports Rehab, as well as Electro-Acupuncture Medicine. Our first ever repeat guest, AJ swung by The Pit to discuss the opening of Thrive's new state-of-the-art facility in Belmar, New Jersey, as well as the meteoric rise and success of his online business, Electro-Acupuncture Medicine. While AJ is one of the most accomplished individuals in the acupuncture industry, his business IQ is what truly sets him apart as a force in brand building and scaling. Good times were had by all - enjoy! 🥃 ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🏃‍♂️ THRIVE'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thrivespineandsportsrehab/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 APPLY FOR COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 38 WITH SEAN DEDEYN: https://youtu.be/SF0iPXRRiYE

Sean DeDeyn is the co-founder and managing partner of The Axel Group, one of New Jersey's top staffing firms for environmental, architecture, construction, engineering, accounting, finance and marketing placement services. A former Division 1 wrestler at Rutgers University, Sean brings a dialed-in approach to entrepreneurship and operates the agency as a true team. He swung by The Pit to share his story, from humble beginnings in Bayville, chasing down what he wanted in collegiate athletics and not taking "no" for an answer, the growth of the business, which has reached 6-$7M ARR and is on a meteoric trajectory. Enjoy! ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 👨‍💻 AXEL GROUP INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theaxelgroup/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 APPLY FOR COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 37 WITH STEVE CORTOPASSI: https://youtu.be/OhvfUorFsy4

Steve Cortopassi is a serial entrepreneur with a decorated portfolio of work. He built a successful careers in the mortgage industry, before moving on to a hedge fund which he ultimately left to open a CKO Kickboxing franchise. Since then, Steve has opened multiple gym locations, expanded his holdings with Lukoil gas stations, and is a boots-on-the-ground owner of So Fresh So Clean Meal Prep. Steve swung by The Pit to discuss grabbing yourself by the balls and chasing down your dreams, not being afraid to do the dirty work, and his philosophy of “do what you love and the money will follow.” Enjoy! ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 👨‍💻 STEVE’S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/stevencorto/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 BUSINESS COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 36 WITH ANDREW ZIHMER: https://youtu.be/OhvfUorFsy4

Andrew Zihmer is the Vice President and Lead Strategist at the Zihmer Law Firm, alongside his co-founder wife, Tracy. Andrew and I were connected through Sean Whalen's coaching group "The Lion's Den" and have bonded over our love of freedom, business and reaching back to pull others up. Andrew made the drive from Pittsburgh, PA to the Jersey Shore to be our first out-of-state guest, so we had to roll out the red carpet! We enjoyed dinner and drinks at the iconic Charlie's of Bay Head, drove some of my favorite Jersey Shore neighborhoods, and put him up in my guest suite for a few nights. Awesome conversation with an even better guy who has built a powerhouse business with his incredible wife. Enjoy! FOLLOW MORE HERE 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 👨‍💻 ANDREW'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/andrew_zihmer/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 BUSINESS COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ 🎥 WATCH MORE HERE EPISODE 35 WITH JOE HUGHES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qI-HcUKGRY0

Joe Hughes is the founder and team leader at Contractor Dynamics, the roofing industry's top marketing training company. After spending over a decade in construction, Joe founded Contractor Dynamics in 2013 to help builders, contractors and related professionals grow their businesses strategically by leveraging the Internet. He's a local guy with a powerful business that spans 40+ states, and was a genuinely good hang around the pit. We discussed the concept of being "five mile famous", Joe's experience with the 75 Hard Challenge, family and more. Enjoy! ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🛠 CONTRACTOR DYNAMICS INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/contractordynamics/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 BUSINESS COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ 🎥 EPISODE 34 WITH CHRIS DECRESCE!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rw215It3qcc&t=1289s

Chris DeCresce is the owner and operator of Fratello's Italian Restaurant & Lounge in Sea Girt, New Jersey. Chris brings decades of success to the table as a restauranteur, getting his start with his purchase of the Sand Bar in Brielle. We discussed the not overextending yourself in tumultuous times (like today), marketing in the 90’s versus 2022, advice for blue collar workers looking to generate business, and why you NEED a business plan! Chris DeCresce, ladies and gentlemen — enjoy 🥃 ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 🍝FRATELLO’S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fratellosrestaurant/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chats/ 💰 BUSINESS COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 33 WITH LESLIE KONSIG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipDUEpZ4OIA

Leslie Konsig is a senior representative at Federated Mutual Insurance Company, based out of Monmouth County, New Jersey. She specializes in business insurance, life and disability income, and is one of the most savage "intrapreneurs" in my circle. Leslie came fireside to talk college sports, working with blue collar clientele, the new American Dream, and why you should interview the spouse before paying the employee $100K! It was a great hang on a beautiful night - enjoy! 🥃 ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/ 💰 LESLIE'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/federatednj/ 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE: https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-chat-application/ 💰 BUSINESS COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 32 WITH BASIL IWANYK: https://youtu.be/ervlInZc_Ek

Basil Iwanyk is a Jersey Shore native and the founder of Thunder Road Films, most known for producing the John Wick Franchise, Sicario, The Town, Greenland and MANY more blockbusters. Basil was a standout basketball player for Christian Brothers Academy before heading to Villanova, where he would lay the groundwork for a career in law, but ultimately decided to pursue a career in film. After interning and working entry level positions, his big break came when a top producer approached him in The Warner Brothers mail room looking for an extra body for pick up basketball. He agreed, and days later was running the court with young stars by the likes of Mark Wahlberg, George Clooney, Jamie Foxx and others. Basil is one of the industry’s most reputable and successful producers, yet one of the most down-to-earth people you’ll ever meet. He made his way back east after two decades in California for nights like these — fireside with good company, cold drinks and fun conversations. We hope you enjoy ours as much as we did! ⬇️ FOLLOW MORE HERE ⬇️ 📲 RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins 🎬 THUNDER ROAD INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thunderroadpictures 🔥 APPEAR ON FIRESIDE : https://ryandrobbins.com/fireside-cha... 💰 BUSINESS COACHING: https://ryandrobbins.com/coaching/ ⬇️ WATCH MORE HERE ⬇️ 🔥 EPISODE 31 WITH MIKE TIMPANI: https://youtu.be/HiGu_26jNdg