The Futur with Chris Do The Future of Marketing Isn’t Courses w/ Ryan Deiss | Ep 395
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Nov 6, 2025 
Ryan Deiss, a serial entrepreneur and founder of DigitalMarketer, shares his journey from college eBook seller to running a $200M business portfolio. He reveals why he retired from creating courses, highlighting the decline of the course market and the need for adaptation in business. Ryan also discusses the role of AI in revolutionizing marketing and introduces a unique 10-80-10 workflow, showcasing how AI can enhance client services. His insights on balancing personal and business identity offer valuable lessons for entrepreneurs navigating change.
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Sold Before He Could Deliver
- Ryan sold web design before he knew how to do it and learned on the job with a roommate's help.
- He risked only his time and offered refunds to remove client risk, which let him win the project.
Business Is Who You Serve
- Ryan learned that a business is defined by who you serve, not what you sell.
- Focusing on the customer ecosystem created opportunities beyond a single product.
Ebook Gift Sparked A Business
- A lactation consultant gifted Ryan a 14-page baby-food ebook instead of cash and he turned it into a profitable product.
- That early success launched his publishing approach and funded his engagement ring.