How To Radically Change Your Life and Start a Movement: Ryan Stewman - Hardcore Closer

In this captivating podcast episode, the impact of the transformative movement known as Apex takes center stage. Sebastian Rusk expresses his profound gratitude for what Ryan Stewman has achieved with Apex, stating that it has completely changed his life. Stewman reveals that Apex is not just a typical mastermind or networking group, but a powerful movement that provides a sense of belonging for those who have experienced abandonment or betrayal. Building Apex has been Stewman's most challenging endeavor, yet also the most rewarding. Astonishingly, Apex has rescued over 200 sex trafficked children, with all the profits going back into supporting essential facilities, employees, and charities. Despite their differences in personal lives, Rusk finds inspiration in Stewman's ability to build a successful business and create a loving family. This conversation underscores the remarkable impact of Apex in transforming lives and emphasizes the importance of compassion and making a positive difference in the world.Episode Outline:(00:00:05) The Impact of Apex(00:06:09) Overcoming Adversity and Finding Success(00:11:43) Chasing Life, Not Money(00:17:13) The Challenges of Leadership(00:22:34) Building a Successful Business with Integrity(00:28:05) Building a loyal and responsible community.(00:33:28) Living by Core Values(00:38:46) Discovering Podcasting(00:44:14) From Prison to Success(00:49:37) Finding Purpose Through Adversity(00:55:00) The Power of Embracing Your Calling(01:00:19) Unlikely Friendship in Prison(01:05:23) Life-changing experiences in prison(01:10:52) Signing off.Quotes:(00:04:07) But I looked around, and none of them had it. So I went, fucking got it. You're not bringing it back to us.(00:10:19) Man, this struggle makes me stronger.(00:15:26) The more I chase life and have a good life and being that example, the more money shows up.(00:20:49) A three-foot wave will kill you. You know what I mean? Those guys out there are just like ducks. They're experts. And then you go out there as an amateur and you like, fucking almost die. You're like, dude, these guys? Wow. There's a lot more to this.(00:26:05) The biggest mistake I ever made, because this is what I did. I did 25 grand for a year. And after a year, it's like, thanks, Sebastian. Now I have to find somebody else to take your spot. It's a transactional relationship sitting down with Frank. And he goes, I started this recurring monthly thing back in 2009. I quit in 2010 because that's what Frank does. He likes to try stuff and stops. That's just how he rolls, right? It's good for him. It works for him. But he goes, man, I wish I'd have stayed consistent this whole time, because I did the math. I'd be making 9 million a month. I'm like, that's significant.(00:31:09) The most expensive thing I've ever done is keep my fucking word. It's cost me tens of millions legitimately tens of millions of dollars keeping my word.(00:35:06) If it doesn't check all those four boxes, we won't do it.(00:40:43) I knew you were going to say that.(00:45:51) Man, how many times in your life, listeners, have you told people what you were called to do? Whether you believe in God or not, that's your problem. But tell people what you were called to do, and then some agent of average in your life shoots down your dreams because they're not capable of it. What she was saying was, there's no way I could do that, so how can you do it?(00:52:37) That guy is special. And that guy, I don't know why the fuck he's working here, but you need to link up with him, because there's something about that dude.(00:57:57) When you step the fuck into what God's calling you to do, that's when you'll become what you've wanted to be your whole life.(01:03:58) I showed them some shit the