Building an Empire with the CEO of True Classic

Cosmic Body with Danielle Paige

Education, Religion & Spirituality

4.9 • 678 Ratings

🗓️ 6 March 2024

⏱️ 67 minutes

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Summary

From a struggling musician to a CEO, Ryan Bartlett's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. His evolution into a digital marketing whiz and the brains behind True Classic tees is a story that resonates with anyone who's grappling with career pivots and personal growth. As I sit down with Ryan on the Cosmic Body Podcast, we reminisce about our shared history and dive into the essence of entrepreneurship, discussing how True Classic was born out of a desire to solve real-world problems rather than just sell a product. His insights are a masterclass in value creation and customer satisfaction that you won't want to miss.

Negotiation isn't just a skill; it's an art form that can shape the future of a business. In our vibrant discussion, Ryan and I unpack the strategies that can turn the tables in your favor with vendors, and how simplifying your business processes can result in monumental gains. We talk about streamlining from the ground up, shedding light on the nuanced decisions that can refine a company's user experience and conversion rates. For those eager to sharpen their business acumen, this episode is a treasure trove of actionable wisdom.

Wrapping up, we delve into the indispensable role of emotional intelligence and objectivity in the cutthroat business landscape. Reflecting on the transformative power of customer perspective and adaptability, Ryan and I explore how staying grounded and looking beyond oneself can lead to not just business success but also a gratifying journey of philanthropy. From balancing the demands of work and family to the profound personal growth that comes with the entrepreneurial territory, this episode is a heartfelt reminder of the joy that comes from leadership, authenticity, and the act of giving back. Join us for this inspiring conversation that will ignite your passion for making a difference through your professional and personal endeavors.

Key Points:
(05:33 - 06:38) Creating Affordable Premium Quality Clothing
(23:40 - 24:27) Life Lessons and Business Insights
(29:25 - 30:39) Power of Curiosity in Innovation
(32:48 - 34:30) Moving the Needle in Business Operations
(40:36 - 42:09) Communicating Honestly in Meetings
(46:32 - 47:15) Leadership and Giving Back
(50:08 - 51:11) Teacher Wish list Payoff Success
(57:48 - 59:39) Impact of Giving and Balancing Life
(01:01:10 - 01:02:36) Value of Quality Time With Family
(01:05:12 - 01:06:02) Recognizing Personal Growth and Potential

Resources:
Ryan Bartlett
True Classics https://www.trueclassictees.com/
Instagram: @ryanbartlett

Transcript

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0:00.0	Hi, this is Danielle Page and welcome home to the Cosmic Body podcast, a place where we talk about
0:11.3	everything, mind, body, soul, and stars so that you can remember your highest potential while
0:16.4	navigating your human journey. And when you embody that, you begin to understand that everything is connected
0:22.5	and you're more than just a human being. You're truly a cosmic body. Hello and welcome back to
0:30.5	Cosmic Body podcast where we talk about all things from aliens to business because it's all connected.
0:36.9	And I bet you've never
0:37.7	had intro like that before. So I am so excited to welcome my guest and my friend, Ryan Bartlett,
0:44.5	who is the co-founder and CEO of True Classic. And we're going to hear all about his business
0:50.8	and everything he did. So first of all, thank you so much for being here. Of course. Thank you for having me. So I want to let people know a little bit of background
0:58.5	because we've known each other a long time. And you have helped me so much in my business.
1:03.8	So let's go back to, it was probably like 2015, 2016. I don't even know when it was.
1:13.8	We were, there's a whole group of us. We used to hang out all the time. And you saw me. I was building my business. And you were, first of all, always so kind and so
1:20.4	generous with your business advice, business help. It's like you were one of my first business
1:25.8	coaches, even though you weren't really my
1:27.5	business coach, but you always helped me. So here's my official, again, thank you for all that
1:33.0	and encouragement along the way. You truly would sit down with me and you're like, let's do this.
1:38.4	We should do this. Like, how about have you thought about this? And I'm always like, wait,
1:41.9	when I get there, when I get there, I'm going through an awakening. You don't understand. Right? I would always tell you those things.
1:47.6	I'm like, there's a lot going on that I have to go through first. So thank you for that.
1:52.2	And so I would love to just hear about your story and how you got started because I know you were
1:57.7	doing something else. And I know where you came from, but if you can kind of share with the audience, because where you came from and where you are now,
2:05.1	it's huge difference.
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