Warrior Cloud

By Ryan G. Thomas

Welcome to the Warrior Cloud podcast were I help firearm instructors launch, grow and scale without the pain of trying to figure it out on their own...... more

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March 03, 2023E17. "The Power of Simplifying Your Message as a Firearms Instructor"
Hey guys, it's Ryan here, and I'm excited to share something with you.

We've been working on a project called Warrior Cloud which will revolutionize how firearm instructors do business.

While working on my presentation, I remembered a funny email from someone who said they couldn't take my training seriously because I explained things too simply.

But the truth is, if you can't explain something in a simple way, you don't really understand it.

Think about a time when someone tried to explain something to you but made it more confusing. That happens a lot with technical terms, especially in the gun world.

So I try to use simple language, like saying "button" instead of "slide catch," to ensure everyone can understand.

In fact, it takes a lot of work to communicate a message simply.

Even famous speakers like Donald Trump speak at a third-grade level, but that doesn't mean he is dumb.

It takes a lot of effort to use fewer words and speak at a low level that everyone can understand.

That's why I spent a dozen hours figuring out how to explain my presentation in a simpler way for Warrior Cloud.

Our goal is to communicate things in a way that's easy for everyone to understand without talking down to anyone.

So if you can explain something to a nine-year-old, you can explain it to anyone.

If you enjoyed this video, make sure to like and subscribe. And remember, keep it simple and keep learning!

Ryan G. Thomas
Co-Founder of Warrior Cloud
Helping Firearm Instructors Train More Students In Less Time So You Can Make Money While You Sleep…
https://warriorcloud.io/
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10min
February 28, 2023E16. Are You Focusing On The Wrong Thing?
Hey everyone, in this video, I share my experience and insights on how to grow a firearms training business by focusing on the back end. Here are the key takeaways:
Amateurs focus on the front end, professionals focus on the back end.

The back end of your business is where you can make more money and provide more value to your customers.

Provide a clear path for your students by selling them the next logical step.

Upsells can be an effective way to increase revenue and provide additional value to your customers.

By concentrating on one thing and doing it well, you can become well known for it and build a strong customer base.
If you're interested in growing your firearms training business, make sure you watch the video for more insights and tips. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more videos like this one. Thanks for watching!
Ryan G. Thomas
Co-Founder of Warrior Cloud
Helping Firearm Instructors Train More Students In Less Time So You Can Make Money While You Sleep…
https://warriorcloud.io/
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12min
February 25, 2023Why Firearms Instructors Have a Moral Obligation to Share Their Knowledge...
Hey there, it's Ryan G from Warrior Cloud.io and in this video, I want to share with you some key insights that have helped me and other firearms instructors to overcome the fear of posting on social media and being on video. Here are the key takeaways:
Many of us struggle with feeling weird or awkward about posting on social media or being on video, and this can be a major obstacle to growing our businesses.

One of the biggest reasons we get nervous about being on camera is that we're self-conscious about ourselves. But instead, our focus should be on our customers and how we can help them.

The power of building instant rapport with others can help you connect with customers and grow your business. Pretending you've known them for 10 years can help you do this.

As firearms instructors, we have a moral obligation to share our knowledge and expertise with the world. The world needs to hear from us, and we shouldn't let our own fears and insecurities hold us back.

Don't be afraid to share your message, even if you encounter haters or negative comments. It's not about you, it's about the people you've been called to serve.
I hope you found these insights helpful. If you did, please leave a comment and let me know your biggest takeaway. And if you're listening on a podcast, please leave a review on iTunes. Thanks for watching, and stay safe!
Ryan G. Thomas
Co-Founder of Warrior Cloud
Helping Firearm Instructors Train More Students In Less Time So You Can Make Money While You Sleep…
https://warriorcloud.io/
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9min
February 24, 2023E15. "Are You a Savage? The Secret to Achieving Your Goals"
Hey guys, it's Ryan G here, and in this video, I want to ask you a question, are you a savage? I was recently on the road, driving to Orlando to meet with some warrior Cloud members, and I was thinking about what it means to be a savage. Here are some takeaways from my experience:
My son Jackson is a perfect example of a savage. He's nine years old, very short and skinny for his age, but he has the willpower to do high-intensity bodybuilding exercises three times a day using an app.

Jackson's discipline and determination is inspiring to me, he is willing to cut out things from his life that make it comfortable or easy, like watching TV or scrolling on social media, to achieve his goals.

The people you surround yourself with can either inspire you or hold you back. I've had experiences in my life where the people I spent time with were not the right fit for me, but now I make sure to surround myself with people who have big dreams, goals, and ambitions.

It's essential to ask yourself critical questions and challenge your mindset. Instead of saying, "I can't do this," ask, "How can I do this?" and then put in the effort and sacrifice to achieve it.

To be a savage means to prioritize delayed gratification over immediate gratification. To change your life, you must do new things, get out of your comfort zone, take risks, and put in time and effort.
In this video, I hope to inspire you to become a savage and achieve your goals. Let's work together to create a future that we are proud of. Don't forget to share your thoughts and experiences in the comments section below.
Ryan G. Thomas
Co-Founder of Warrior Cloud
Helping Firearm Instructors Train More Students In Less Time So You Can Make Money While You Sleep…
https://warriorcloud.io/
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18min
February 22, 2023E14. Are You Pissing In The Wind With Your Marketing?
Hey there, it's Ryan from Warrior cloud.io and in today's video, I want to talk about the importance of direct response marketing and why you should be careful when choosing advertising sources. In this episode, I discuss my experience with marketing companies that promise big results but don't deliver. Here are the main points I cover:
I share the story of Joe, one of our Inner Circle members, and how we helped him come up with a strategy to market his firearms training business to affluent country club members.

I explain the mistake that many entrepreneurs make when they see big brands like Coca-Cola and McDonald's wasting money on advertising that doesn't drive any real results.

I share my personal experience with wasting thousands of dollars on advertising that didn't work and how I learned about the power of direct response marketing.

I warn viewers to be careful when hiring SEO specialists and advertising agencies, and to make sure they are working with companies that are obsessed with getting real results.

Finally, I stress the importance of tracking and measuring results in advertising and explain why Agora, one of the largest information marketing companies in the world, refuses to spend money on advertising that cannot be tracked.
If you found this video helpful, please like and review it on your preferred platform. And if you know any firearms instructors looking to grow their business, check out warrior cloud.io for more information on how we can help you scale your business to six figures and beyond. Thanks for watching, and stay safe!
Ryan G. Thomas
Co-Founder of Warrior Cloud
Helping Firearm Instructors Train More Students In Less Time So You Can Make Money While You Sleep…
https://warriorcloud.io/
...more
12min
February 21, 2023E13. The Purpose Of Learning Is NOT Knowing...
Hey guys, it's Ryan from Warrior Cloud.io. In this video, I'm sharing a lesson I learned at the gun range about the importance of proper firearm training, and how it relates to launching and growing a successful six-figure firearms training business. Here are the key topics:
The importance of mastering firearm safety: I share two stories about students who knew the safety rules but couldn't demonstrate them consistently, and how this applies to becoming a great firearms instructor.

The power of highly concentrated effort: I discuss how to become a master in a particular skill or topic, and the importance of extreme focus and dedication.

Becoming a master in communication: I highlight the importance of being able to connect with people, read body language, and have deep empathy with students in order to create a successful training business.

Creating an offer and generating students: I talk about how to create a student generation machine that can attract and convert strangers into raving fans of your business.

The secret to success: I share how having a definite major purpose and a burning desire to achieve it can lead to success, and how it's important to approach your dreams and desires with the mindset of becoming a master.
Thanks for watching, and if you enjoy this video, please leave us a five-star review on iTunes. We appreciate your feedback and support.
Ryan G. Thomas
Co-Founder of Warrior Cloud
Helping Firearm Instructors Train More Students In Less Time So You Can Make Money While You Sleep…
WarriorCloud.io
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14min
February 20, 2023E12. Time Vampires
In this video, I'm going to talk about how to take control of your time as a firearms instructor, especially if you want to grow and scale your business to high six figures or more. I'll be discussing my personal experience of dealing with time vampires, and how I've managed to take my time back from them. In the video, I'll cover the following key topics:
The importance of being punctual and how it affects your work

Over-delivering to your students and the unintended consequences of giving out personal phone numbers

The need to be in control of your communication channels and how to deal with time-wasting phone calls and messages

How to be more efficient with communication while still providing value to your students and customers

The importance of turning off notifications and taking control of your phone to minimize distractions and stay focused on your work
By implementing these tips, I've been able to grow my business while still maintaining control over my time and not allowing time vampires to suck the life out of me. If you're an instructor looking to grow your business, then these tips can help you take control of your time and achieve your goals. So, watch the video and learn how to manage your time better!
Ryan G. Thomas
Co-Founder of Warrior Cloud
Helping Firearm Instructors Train More Students In Less Time So You Can Make Money While You Sleep…
WarriorCloud.io
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15min
February 20, 2023 E8. How To Win The Student Acquisition Game...
"Whoever can spend the most money to acquire a customer wins."
But what does that mean for firearm instructors trying to launch, grow and scale their businesses?
In this video, we delve into the mind of Dan Kennedy, aka the God Father of Marketing, to discover why it's a good thing to spend more money to acquire a student.
And how you can use this strategy to gain a strategic advantage over your competitors.

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9min
February 20, 2023 E1. The Rise And Fall...
What's up, guys? Ryan here, and welcome to the first episode of the 2A Warrior blog.
In this podcast, I will be documenting my journey to become a seven-figure firearms instructor and the many failures and lessons I've learned along the way. This blog will help you avoid making the same mistakes I made so that you can succeed faster.
For the first episodes, I decided to share my backstory so that you can understand the pain, frustration, and difficulty I had to overcome to succeed.
In April 2001, I enlisted in the United States Air Force, and my very first day out of training was September 11th, 2001. Talk about timing. I have always wanted to be an entrepreneur. I'm sure why, but I had a dream that I could be more and do more with my life.
One of my early businesses was a commercial cleaning company called Q&E Cleaning. I got the idea from a friend at church, Ron, who owned a commercial cleaning company and was willing to mentor me.
I spent a few days shadowing Ron as he pitched his services to local businesses. One of the pieces of advice that Ron was to never say no.
"Ryan, no matter what a business owner asks you, say yes, I can do that. Then I'll help you figure out how to make it happen."
I pitched my services to every open business. On the company's first day, I walked down HWY 60 in Brandon, Florida. After dozens of no's, I walked into a PetSmart, a huge pet supply store, and asked for the manager.
To my surprise, the manager said yes and informed me that the property manager would be in touch to discuss the details.

If you are a firearm instructor looking to launch, grow and scale your business to 6-figures and beyond visit www.WarriorCloud.io to learn how I can help you achieve your goal.
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17min
February 19, 2023E11. this is the WORST thing a firearm instructor can do
In this video, Ryan G from Warrior Cloud shares an important lesson he learned from a student's experience with a different gun instructor. Here are the key takeaways:
Some gun instructors can be aggressive and make students feel bad, which is unfortunately common in the industry.

This kind of behavior is counterproductive to growing a firearms training business, as it discourages students from coming back and recommending the instructor to others.

A good firearms instructor should possess not only the necessary skills and knowledge but also the ability to build rapport with students in a warm and encouraging way.

It's important to justify a student's failure and help them understand that learning to shoot a gun safely and effectively takes time and practice.

Screaming and yelling at students is never a good way to teach them and can quickly destroy an instructor's reputation. Positive interactions and leaving students feeling good are key to exponential success.
If you enjoyed the video, be sure to review the podcast or leave a like and comment on YouTube.
Ryan G. Thomas
Co-Founder of Warrior Cloud
Helping Firearm Instructors Train More Students In Less Time So You Can Make Money While You Sleep…
WarriorCloud.io
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11min

FAQs about Warrior Cloud:

How many episodes does Warrior Cloud have?

The podcast currently has 89 episodes available.