From Pastor to Entrepreneur: I Built a Thriving Business in a New Industry from Scatch | Cody Stovall

16/12/2024 46 min Temporada 2 Episodio 9
From Pastor to Entrepreneur: I Built a Thriving Business in a New Industry from Scatch | Cody Stovall

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Send us a textTo see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule hereScaling a niche entertainment business in multiple cities:Cody Stovall, a pastor who turned his passion for escape rooms into a thriving business. Cody shares the challenges he faced in opening venues, dealing with family business dynamics, and navigating the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic. He emphasizes the importance of market research, customer experience, and the grit required to overcome significant setbacks. From his innovative approach in the escape room industry to the strategic decisions that shaped Escapology's success, Cody's story is a testament to entrepreneurial resilience.01:31 Launching Escapology Franchise02:58 What is an Escape Room?05:36 The Passion Behind the Business06:47 Market Research and Franchising10:08 Navigating COVID-19 Challenges13:39 Balancing Passion and Business16:52 The Future of the Escape Room Industry19:24 Category Creator and Amplifying Impact23:48 Optimizing Escape Room Spaces25:20 Marketing to Existing Customers27:29 Enhancing Customer Experience33:42 Challenges in Business Operations38:09 Overcoming Moments of Doubt43:44 Connecting with the CommunityPlease rate the podcast!Shawn's Newsletter: https://shawnaustinjohnson.beehiiv.com/Follow Shawn:X: https://x.com/shawnAJohnsonX Website: https://www.shawnaustinjohnson.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shawnaustinjohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnaustinjohnson/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnaustinjohnson