The InPowered Life

How to Overcome Any Setback and Build Wealth w/ Ryan Stewman


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In this episode of The InPowered Life Podcast, Rudi Riekstins speaks with Ryan Stewman, CEO and founder of Apex, entrepreneur, and author of 11 books. Ryan shares his powerful journey from a troubled past—including multiple arrests and setbacks—to becoming a highly successful business leader. He reveals the mindset shifts, strategies, and financial principles that helped him break free from limitations and create lasting success.


Key Takeaways:

 

  • Resilience is built through overcoming setbacks, not avoiding them.

     
  • The G-Code framework (Gratitude, Genetics, Goals, Group) helps maintain focus and beat complacency.

     
  • Money should move—saving alone won’t create wealth.

     
  • The "force of average" keeps people stuck in mediocrity; overcoming it requires intentional focus.

     
  • Giving away 10% of your income fosters abundance and a healthy money mindset.

     
  • Building wealth isn’t just about income—it’s about investing wisely and keeping money flowing.


     
  • Quotes:

     
    • "The world is designed to keep you average. Your job is to fight back and push forward." – Ryan Stewman
    • "Success isn’t about how much money you make—it’s about what you do with your life and the impact you create." – Rudi Riekstins

    • Visit our website: https://www.rudiriekstins.com

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      Ryan Stewman Links:

      Website: https://ryanstewman.com/

      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardcorecloser/

      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realryanstewman

      LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanstewman/

      Twitter: https://x.com/ryanstewman

      YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ryanstewman 


      Chapters:
      [00:00] Introduction

      [02:15] Ryan Stewman’s Background & Early Struggles

      [06:30] Turning Life Around & Becoming a Millionaire

      [12:45] Facing Setbacks & Losing Everything Again

      [18:45] Why Most People Stay Stuck in Life

      [27:00] The G-Code: The Four Keys to Success

      [35:30] The Force of Average & How to Beat It

      [40:20] The 21 Unbreakable Rules of Money

      [50:10] Why Giving Away 10% of Your Income Creates Wealth

      [55:10] Where to Find Ryan Stewman & Final Thoughts

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