Ryan Zofay - Entrepreneur, Speaker & Personal Development Coach | From Addict to Multimillionaire

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➡️ About The Guest

Ryan Zofay is a dynamic entrepreneur and motivational speaker, renowned for his extraordinary journey from a troubled past to a thriving business leader. Overcoming a history of substance abuse and personal trauma, Ryan has dedicated his life to helping others achieve their highest potential. His early years were marked by significant challenges, including a life-altering accident at the age of 16 and a period of intense personal struggle that led him to the brink of suicide. Determined to turn his life around, Ryan embraced a mindset shift that propelled him into the world of business. As a successful commodity broker, he experienced the highs and lows of competitive business, even facing a $10 million lawsuit from the FTC. Despite these obstacles, his unwavering resolve and faith guided him through the toughest times.

Today, Ryan is the founder of We Level Up, a company that stands out for its innovative approach to addiction recovery and mental health support, boasting a revenue of over $100 million. His story is a testament to the power of resilience and personal transformation. His experiences have equipped him with valuable insights into overcoming adversity, which he shares through speaking engagements and his work with We Level Up. Ryan continues to inspire others with his message of hope, demonstrating that with the right mindset, it’s possible to rise above any challenge and achieve extraordinary success.

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➡️ Talking Points

00:00 - Intro
02:01 - Ryan's Beginnings
08:45 - Hitting Rock Bottom
13:23 - The Life-Changing Accident
17:31 - Turning Point
29:16 - The Hustle Begins
31:11 - $10 Million Lawsuit
34:00 - The Money Addiction
38:14 - God and Business
43:32 - Childhood Trauma
52:07 - Sponsor: My First Million
52:39 - Trauma's Lessons
56:10 - "We Level Up" Origins
57:42 - Standing Out
1:06:00 - Addiction Myths
1:14:16 - Ryan's Biggest Lesson
1:16:48 - Think Bigger
1:21:41 - Overcoming Losses
1:40:48 - Advice to Younger Self
1:45:17 - Defining Success

➡️ Success Story Podcast - Stories Worth Telling

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Welcome to the Success Story Podcast, hosted by entrepreneur, business executive, author, educator & speaker, Scott D. Clary.

On this podcast, you'll find interviews, Q&A, keynote presentations & conversations on sales, marketing, business, startups, and entrepreneurship.

Scott will discuss some of the lessons he's learned over his own career, as well as have candid interviews with execs, celebrities, notable figures, and politicians. All who have achieved success through both wins and losses, to learn more about their life, their ideas, and insights.

He sits down with leaders and mentors and unpacks their stories to help pass those lessons on to others through both experiences and tactical strategies for business professionals, entrepreneurs, and everyone in between.

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