In this episode, Ryan talks with Pat Flynn about building a community around your business and the role of super fans in business. Pat emphasizes the importance of learning how to tell a story and how it can make a powerful impact on others. He also discusses the motivation behind his work and the importance of focusing on the actions taken rather than the results achieved.

Pat Flynn is a father, husband, and entrepreneur. He owns several successful online businesses and is a keynote speaker, bestselling author, and YouTuber with 100M+ views. He hosts the Smart Passive Income and AskPat podcasts. He is also an advisor to several digital marketing companies.

Takeaways:

* Building a community and cultivating super fans is crucial for business success.

* Strong partnerships, both in marriage and in business, are essential for personal and professional growth.

* Difficult experiences, such as bullying, can shape our perspective and lead to personal transformation.

* Having courage and putting oneself out there is necessary to find one's people and create meaningful connections.

Resources:

* Pat Flynn’s book, Superfans: The Easy Way to Stand Out, Grow Your Tribe, and Build a Successful Business: https://patflynn.com/books/

Chapters:

00:00 Introducing Pat Flynn.

03:21 The Power of Building a Community and Cultivating Super Fans.

05:11 The Importance of Strong Partnerships in Marriage and Business.

08:29 Transforming Difficult Experiences into Personal Growth.

14:31 Finding Opportunities in Challenging Situations.

22:59 Focusing on Actions.

26:51 The Power of Reciprocity.

39:30 Courage and Connection.

Thank you to Pat Flynn for being a guest on the show! Connect with Pat:

Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/patflynn

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patflynn

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@patflynn

Web: https://patflynn.com/

Smart Passive Income: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/

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