Some people just got “it”.
Whatever that “it” is, I can usually tell how much success someone will have in the competitive world on niche information marketing within the first few minutes of meeting them.
And Chris Verrone is one of them and he’s got it in spades!
So Chris is my first person to be featured in my “Member Spotlight” where you’ll see people taking inspired action and building REAL online businesses that matter!
THE STORY
I met Chris about 2 years ago since our daughter’s go to the same pre-school. He told me about his roofing business and I mentioned I do some online marketing (I keep a pretty low-profile when speaking with friends). And after we kept meeting at school functions and endless kids birthday parties – he mentioned blogging. and I told him that I do “some blogging”. His eyes just lit up as we talked more about online marketing!
Here was the first clue to his success.
Instead of pulling the same old “hey, we’re friends so can I ‘pick your brain’ for lunch”, he asked what products of mine he should BUY? That’s right – he understood the value of paying for advice, even from someone he knew socially. I told him to come to my next Continuity Summit (which was just 2 weeks away) and he said he’ll be there.
He came early every day, sat in the front row and took notes like a madman!
Chris then paid to come to a full day mastermind meeting in my office and immediately bought a ticket to my Vegas workshop which came with access to my Ryan Lee Method program. And he always learns and takes ACTION on what I teach.
The other thing I noticed is that he’s a really “good guy”. Everyone at my Vegas workshop who met him said the same thing. They’d say.. “I met Chris and I really like him.”
What do people say about you? Are you likeable? Or when you meet people, are you just trying to take, take, take? (by the way, that’s another HUGE key to success.. be likable!)
THE PROCESS
Chris, with my urging, is building a “personal brand” (the site is chrisverrone.com) so he’ll have some flexibility with his message and will be able to adapt quickly to the market.
Now, Chris is an expert roofer and contractor. He does super high-end work and is oozing passion.
Since he’s had a lot of success in this industry with his own business, we are positioning him as the “go to” guy for business and marketing advice in that market.
And now, he’s off to the races…
He’s created a blog and is starting to write. He’s creating video content. He’s finding his voice. And he’s started to build his list.
Chris is getting feedback from his subscribers – and he’s LISTENING. This is the key step most online marketer wannabes skip. They want to go for the fast cash and don’t have patience to do it right.
Now, while he is continuing to build his relationships we are going to work on creating new products for his to offer his subscribers… again, he doesn’t want to just throw out a product. He’s in this for the long haul.
THE TAKEAWAYS
There is a lot you can learn from Chris Verrone. Here are just a few things to think about…
- Build your business around your passion
- If you are going to be the “adviser”, then be a master at your craft
- Don’t expect handouts and be willing to invest in your education
- Consider a “personal brand” so you can never be duplicated
- Work your ass off and never, ever stop!
I have no doubts he is going to build a 7-figure + online business. No doubt whatsoever.
It might be six months, a year or maybe even two – but it’s going to happen for him.
Let’s all congratulate a fellow member for taking inspired action and doing it the right way.
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That’s awesome! Congrats, Chris! :) I’m doing my best to act similarly as he has been acting and it seems to be paying off. My audience is building and things are getting done. Just needing to take a leaf out of his book at give my list a little more attention. I haven’t been sending them updates as often so some of them have probably forgotten about me. I’ll have to go check out Chris’ site and see what I can learn from him :) Thanks for sharing, Ryan!
Thanks for your comments Mike.
I’m really proud of Chris, and like I said, he’s just getting started. But I like to recognize action takers.
I hope to feature YOU soon :)
Ryan
Oh, I’m sure you’ll get the opportunity here soon =) Gonna be signing up for your IC after this paycheck comes in.
Ryan,
I totally appreciate your sharing Chris’ story. But, I also read between your lines. Your messages are ever consistent. Don’t go all over the map. Focus within your niche. Go with what you love. Build, build, build within that passion. Make the website. Make the videos. Care about the customers. Care about the feedback. Make the email list. It’s the formula – it works and is teachable. Just add action and you have a workable business. Thanks…
You nailed it Dave!
It’s the formula and it works.
Thanks
Ryan
Hi Ryan,
Acquiring the knowledge and taking actions are definitely key ingredients for success in this business, when one do it the right way and is true to himself he/she will reap the rewards.
I really like Chris’s blog, he did a great job!
And Ryan you had an excellent idea in starting this spotlight member of the month! Looking forward to see more.
Congrats and all the best to Chris!
Warm regards,
Suzanne
Hey Suzanne,
Yes – Chris has all of the right ingredients for success!
And I look forward to featuring more members in the coming months…
Ryan
Hey, Ryan!
Always great advice! I just read Chris’ Chapter in “Champions: Knockout Strategies For Health, Wealth and Success” and it was awesome! You can hear what a powerhouse he is by reading his words! I’m not surprised he’s a student of yours!
Your continuity seminar ROCKED! I got sooo many great tools there that I use every day!
Congrats to Chris and thanks for highlighting another success story! I love reading them!
Cathy,
He really is a powerhouse!
And I’m glad you enjoyed the Continuity Summit.. I had fun putting it on (although, still not sure if I’m doing another one).
Stay tuned and keep on rockin’
Ryan
Congrats Chris! Great post also Ryan – it’s amazing how simple success really is – just do the basics, use common sense and don’t be lazy!
BB
Beverly,
Chris is following the system and taking action. And it works!
Ryan
Great to see Chris is taking bull by the horns. I remember him from the Vegas event and thought he was very real – very authentic. Way to go Chris. Hope to be right behind you. Good stuff Ryan.
Hey Ryan,
It is great to see him taking inspired action. And he’s about as real and authentic as you can get!
Ryan
Congrats, Chris and sorry not sure who said this but “the teacher will appear when the student is ready”
And what a teacher Ryan Lee is.
Thank you Ryan and Chris for the inspiration.
Darrell
Darrell,
I’m just providing the advice – and it’s YOU guys taking action on it.
It makes me so happy to see when my students achieve success!
Ryan
Congratulations on taking a step forward Chris! Success loves speed.
On a related note, anyone reading this should just purchase the Ryan Lee Method mentioned in the article. It’s just amazing.
Kirk,
You nailed it.. success does love SPEED!
And thanks for the shout-out about my “method” – I’m really proud of that program!
Ryan
Hi Ryan,
I really enjoyed the article especially how you summarized with takeways. I’ll definitely incorporate that going forward. As for the takeways themselves; it took me awhile to discover my passion and to crystallize that into what I do in everything I do. Chris’s story is an excellent example of that.
Nick
Hi Nick,
You are welcome for the takeaways.
Now that you’ve discovered your passion – just go for it and never, ever stop!
Ryan
I think a lot people could learn a lot from this.. Sometimes we just gotta shut up and have our minds and ears wide open to the pros that know how to get results and lead us in the right direction. We need someone like you leading this country to bring about physical responsibility and entrepreneurship!
Your friend,
Travis
Absolutely Travis.
Listen to what people want – and give it to them!
Ryan
Very Nice
thnx
You are welcome :)
Ryan
“Consider a “personal brand” so you can never be duplicated”
Unless it’s someone with the same name as you! :-)
Jokes aside, this is a great article… Again!
Nice one Idan :)
Thanks and I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Ryan
Ryan-
Kind words Ryan- thank you. In the spirit of transparency I do want to say that I have some people around me (web design,admin,video- Anne,Suzannah,Luke) who’s passion has been integral in the things I am doing, and frankly they have made it so that I can spend time studying you.
I always thought that in my brick & mortar business that I was a great marketer (generally offline), and as a result of this DISHONEST THINKING I could not be taught anything! I learned quickly when I started studying your principles, tactics, and strategies that I knew nothing about marketing, and frankly that I would be well served to as well as paying close attention to your marketing teachings, to also pay particularly close attention to how you treat people, as it was evident in being around people at your events and reading there comments that your delivering an “I care” experience on HIGH LEVELS was/is speaking for itself (big lesson-thank you).
Behavioral congruency is easy when the teacher/mentor truly gives it all to you and then some, so for this I thank you greatly. To this point, the things which I have learned from you on business & marketing inside of a year are greater than all that I have learned In my 22 year career as a business owner- It has changed my business life!
Your friend
Chris Verrone
Chris,
You earned it, my friend.
Keep on rockin’ and you’ve got the entire community here behind you & rooting for you!
Ryan
What a great feature Ryan, love the spotlight! Do you anticipate having more examples in other non-internet marketing industries? I’m looking forward to watching Chris’s success over time, what a terrific example for those of us who already have an area of expertise in another field.
Thank you!
Christie,
I plan to include ONLY non-IM industries.
I started in the fitness industry and these concepts are even more powerful when applied to the strange world of internet marketing.
Ryan
It might take me a few years but I sure would like to be one of your non-IM examples some day. In fact, I am going to use that as one of my visualizations for success during your Earn 1k course (which is over the top so far!) Thanks for everything you do and that you offer.
Awesome! Great to see more people working for the long term and not just for a quick buck! :)
LC
Absolutely Luis.
The money takes a little longer – but it comes and it’s ongoing!
Ryan
Kudos and good luck to Chris!
He’s going to keep on moving forward!
Ryan
So happy to hear stories like this. It doesn’t matter what niche you are in, if you are passionate about it, you will find a way to succeed!
David,
Passion goes a big way and it’s a big factor in success (at least long term success).
Keep on rockin’
Ryan
Oh cool yeah I think that is the same guy I was sitting next to on the bus from Zappotos right? in contracting.
Darren,
It was Chris you were sitting next too.
Ryan
Great ideas! Love the “Look! If this AnyMan/AnyWoman can do it, you can too! And here’s how…” segments!
Donna,
These are my favorite types of blog posts to write. And it’s why I do what I do!
Ryan
Congrats Chris! Am right behind you! :)
Best Regards
Stuart
You go Stuart!
Ryan
Congratulations Chris! Way to take action! I’m very proud of you! Keep it up my man!
Ken,
Keep on taking action and you’ll be in the “spotlight” soon!
Ryan
Ryan!
This new “Member Spotlight” piece is the TRUTH!!
It’s like a testimonial on steroids!!
Stay Amazing!
K.L.
Thanks K.L.
It is definitely the TRUTH and we’re all just beginning…
Rock ‘on
Ryan
Thanks for being an inspiration to us Ryan. Also, this new program of yours is truly amazing. Keep on helping other people and stay cool as always =)
Carmen