Episode #1547
Why Top Marketers Love Risk and Actively Seek It Out
October 31, 2020

In episode #1547, we talk about why the top marketers love risk and actively seek it out. Without risk, there can be no reward, and for some, taking risks becomes addictive simply because of the dopamine rush it produces. In this episode, we talk about some of our favorite entrepreneurs, the risks they have taken, and the amazing places this approach to life has taken them.

TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

  • [00:25] Today’s topic: Why The Top Marketers Love Risk and Actively Seek It Out.
  • [00:33] A story about Eric proving how much he loves taking risks.
  • [01:20] The rush of taking risks and how it keeps pushing you.
  • [02:11] The dopamine rush of gaming and how it is similar to digital marketing.
  • [02:29] From affiliate marketing to business and how this process is like a game.
  • [03:12] Examples of great digital marketers.
  • [03:47] With no risk, there is no reward.
  • [04:00] Taking no risk is the biggest risk one can take.
  • [05:28] More examples of risk-taking marketers.
  • [05:29] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785!

 

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

 

Chase Hero on Instagram

Mark Zuckerberg

Russel Brunson

Noah Kagen

AppSumo

 

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