This week on One Step Beyond, we’re joined by Ryan Diaz, owner and head instructor of DCS, a top martial arts gym located in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Ryan’s got the mindset of a fighter, and he brings that into everything he does. As a fighter who made the move from amateur to professional, he knows what it takes to level up – hard work and a willingness to learn.
This mindset has served him well. Ryan started DCS in his garage before taking the leap to a small space in Chinatown. In this space, DCS grew and expanded to the point that they needed to move to a much larger space to accommodate the growth. And while growth is exciting it’s also difficult and full of risk, especially when the timing coincides with a global pandemic. However, through it all, Ryan found a way to build a bigger and stronger DCS.
In a heartfelt conversation, Aram and Ryan discuss the difficulty of starting your own business, the hardships of Covid shutdowns, the power of a strong work ethic, and so much more!
ON THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT

The importance of reading and continued learning.
Creating a welcoming vibe and building a community
Putting yourself in other people’s shoes
Being a role model
Perseverance through hardships
No champion is universally loved. As some people root for you to win, other will be wanting you to lose.
The risks and difficulties of being a business owner.


Connect with Ryan:
@DiazCombatSports
https://diazcombatsports.com/
Connect with Aram:
LinkedIn
@AramxArslanian

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