SummaryIn this conversation, Ryan and Mike interview Dan Davis, founder and CEO of Stiry, a company dedicated to sharing authentic stories through impactful videos. Dan shares his journey from a business background to discovering his passion for filmmaking, the challenges he faced as an entrepreneur, and the importance of authenticity in storytelling. He discusses the significance of personal stories, the process of building a team, and the role of mentorship in personal and professional growth. The conversation emphasizes the value of daily routines and investing in oneself to achieve success.TakeawaysDan transitioned from a business background to filmmaking.Trusting your gut is crucial in entrepreneurship.Authenticity in storytelling resonates with audiences.Failures can lead to valuable lessons and growth.Daily routines can significantly impact productivity.Surrounding yourself with exceptional people is vital.Every individual has a unique story worth sharing.Building a business requires taking risks and making sacrifices.Mentorship can come from unexpected sources.The journey of entrepreneurship is often filled with challenges.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Dan Davis and Sturri01:16 Dan's Background and Early Interests03:32 Transition from Business to Filmmaking06:53 Early Entrepreneurial Ventures and Lessons Learned10:19 Understanding Failure and Personal Growth14:40 Discovering Passion for Video Storytelling17:06 The Pivotal Moment to Start Sturri20:03 The Birth of Sturri and Its Mission22:32 Trusting Your Gut and Following Your Path30:36 The Uncomfortable Journey of Entrepreneurship31:27 Building Sturri: The Birth of a Vision32:50 Finding the Right Team: The Importance of Belief34:09 The Challenge of Authentic Storytelling35:36 Monetizing Passion: The Role of Corporate Clients37:23 Crafting Stories: The Sturri Approach39:58 The Power of Video: Why Visual Storytelling Matters42:35 The Process of Discovery: Uncovering Authentic Stories46:15 Challenges in Storytelling: Navigating Sensitive Topics49:59 Impactful Stories: Finding Meaning in Adversity51:26 Daily Routines: The Key to Success53:33 Mentorship: Finding Guidance in Unlikely Places55:11 Investing in Yourself: The Importance of RoutineCredits:Hosted by Ryan Roghaar and Michael SmithProduced by Ryan RoghaarTheme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM  The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist:bit.ly/eggstunesThe Plugs:The Show: eggscast.com@eggshow on twitter and instagramOn iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOnStitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcherAlso available on Google Play Music!Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@djontic on twitterRyan Roghaar:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar

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