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Business RPG

Sir Isaac Smith

81 episodes

1 week ago

In this episode of the Business RPG Podcast, host Isaac Smith sits down with Mason, owner of CNA Games in Louisville, Kentucky, and one of the most transparent voices in the trading card and collectibles industry. Mason shares how his journey began with eBay and TCG Player before transitioning into brick-and-mortar retail nearly a decade ago. From Pokémon and Magic to retro video games and anime collectibles, he explains how customer demand shaped his store’s growth and why owning a physical ...

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In this episode of the Business RPG Podcast, host Isaac Smith sits down with Mason, owner of CNA Games in Louisville, Kentucky, and one of the most transparent voices in the trading card and collectibles industry. Mason shares how his journey began with eBay and TCG Player before transitioning into brick-and-mortar retail nearly a decade ago. From Pokémon and Magic to retro video games and anime collectibles, he explains how customer demand shaped his store’s growth and why owning a physical ...

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Entrepreneurship

Episodes (20/81)

Business RPG

The Business of Nerd Culture with CNA Games

In this episode of the Business RPG Podcast, host Isaac Smith sits down with Mason, owner of CNA Games in Louisville, Kentucky, and one of the most transparent voices in the trading card and collectibles industry. Mason shares how his journey began with eBay and TCG Player before transitioning into brick-and-mortar retail nearly a decade ago. From Pokémon and Magic to retro video games and anime collectibles, he explains how customer demand shaped his store’s growth and why owning a physical ...

3 months ago

56 minutes

Business RPG

Become a Healthy Nerd with Jordan Yaklin of Phoenix Performance

In this episode of Business RPG, Jordan Jaclyn, CEO of Phoenix Performance Coaching, discusses how he empowers gamers to improve their health without sacrificing their hobbies. We discuss: - Jordan's unique blend of gaming and sustainable health to help gamers achieve fitness goals. - The challenges of serving an underserved niche and breaking stereotypes. - Practical fitness advice for gamers in sedentary jobs. - How his approach mirrors the "leveling up" process in RPGs. - Insights i...

1 year ago

47 minutes

Business RPG

Why Start A Retro Video Game Store? with Josh Rook

Josh Rook shares how he transformed his passion for retro gaming into a thriving store called 8-Bit Legends in Jonesboro, Arkansas, all while working as a full-time firefighter. He progressed from being a home-based reseller to owning a physical retail location and discusses the challenges associated with a brick-and-mortar. Josh shares insights on how he balances these two roles and emphasizes the importance of physical media. Connect with Josh! Facebook: facebook.com/8BitLegendsVideoGames...

1 year ago

49 minutes

Business RPG

Creating a Remote Lead Gen Business (Guest Craig Stern)

In this episode of Business RPG, we sit down with Craig Stern, CEO of Sunrise Leads and Content Wave, to learn about his unique approach to lead generation and building client relationships. Craig shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his first business attempts to developing innovative lead gen strategies that connect with clients across various industries. Known for his early adoption of LinkedIn as a lead generation tool, Craig has worked with clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies ...

1 year ago

25 minutes

Business RPG

Running A Million Dollar Pokemon Card Business Out of A Basement - PokeNE

Brian from PokeNE is back! In this episode he updates us on How Pokémon card sales have been in the past yearHow he has navigated the scarcity from the lockdown craze, by tapping into the demand for Japanese and Korean cardsHis strategic approach led to $1.3 million in sales within a year, focusing on international markets to gain exclusive deals. Brian discusses building relationships with these international distributors, choosing the right products, and leveraging content ...

1 year ago

46 minutes

Business RPG

"Podcasting Made Simple" with Taig and Anthony

Do you know how to grow an audience? Do you know how to grow an audience, specifically, for your podcast? Is it enough to just be a nerd about a topic, like successful nerds, or is there more to it? Today I would like to introduce you to the minds behind the book "Podcasting Made Simple", Taig and Anthony. I actually connected with them over on IG, and after a conversation we had back and forth, I wanted to invite them onto the podcast to share some of their story and their expertise. A lot...

3 years ago

39 minutes

Business RPG

Ep 65 Pt 2 Nerd Fitness with Steve Kamb

Get ready for Part 2 of our interview with Steve Kamb from Nerds Fitness. If you haven't listened to part you you can find it here. In this episode we talk a bit more about the business side of Nerd Fitness and Steve's experience building a team and how he sets goals. Today you will be hearing from Steve Kamb, the creator of Nerd Fitness and the rebellion, a community of nerds looking to level up their lives and become real live superheros. Steve is an author, blogger, writer, adventurer, fi...

3 years ago

30 minutes

Business RPG

Ep 65 Pt 1 Nerd Fitness with Steve Kamb

The Hero's Journey has been a topic of discussion lately on this podcast. And I think because of this interview, I have come to appreciate it as part of every entrepreneur's road to success. However this episode is also a major point of reflection for me because I get to introduce you to someone who played an important role in my hero's journey to becoming a successful nerd. Today you will be hearing from Steve Kamb, the creator of Nerd Fitness and the rebellion, a community of nerds l...

3 years ago

32 minutes

Business RPG

Ep 64 Making A Full Time Living From Selling Video Games Online with Chase After The Right Price

Reselling video games for a living...Do I have your attention? A lot of you will hear me talk about reselling in some of these interviews, it is a great way to make some extra money but it is also a great business to be in. I had what I would consider some moderate success, but I never really niched down into just one category. I bought a couple of collections here and there but I wish I could have cracked the code on that business model to the degree that today's guest has. Today you ...

3 years ago

34 minutes

Business RPG

I'm On Another Podcast! Go Checkout The Potato Candy Network

Wanted to leave you guys with something to listen to instead of me this week since I am out of town. Go check out the Potato Candy Network. Its another project that I am involved with where I sit down with some friends of mine and we make stories for DnD and Table Top RPGs. Need help coming up with a one shot for your D&D group? Then listen to the Blank Scenario, where we come up with a quick prompt, Blanking Fast! https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZPh85rX0uwP0Q8B2M9Eo1 Are you into Scar...

3 years ago

3 minutes

Business RPG

Ep 63 Voice Acting and Directing you own Web Series with Keiko from MLA Entertainment

There are times that I wish I could see into the future, and just know wether or not I was going to be successful doing what I am passionate about. And the closest I can ever get to that meeting others who have been pursuing their passions professionally longer than I have and picking their brain for a little while. This is one of the reasons I get so much out of doing the BusinessRPG Podcast, I have an opportunity to see what it looks like for someone else to have kept with something they lo...

3 years ago

34 minutes

Business RPG

Ep 62 Selling to the hardest person, YOURSELF with Landen Conner

I had a guest on today who has taken the Hero's Journey to a whole new level. The Hero's Journey is a staple of story telling, and story telling is a staple of nerd culture...It is one of the reasons that I think nerds have a competitive advantage in business and content creation...we have a great connection with story telling. The guest I will be introducing you to today is someone who has done a great job of leveraging the Hero's Journey into marketing and branding. Today you will be...

3 years ago

45 minutes

Business RPG

Ep 61 Creating a Career in D&D Beyond with Andrew Searles

I recognize that a lot of the people I have on the show are business owners or freelancers that have created their own opportunities and built a career on their own...But I know that isnt the only way to be successful. I have been looking for someone who I could have on the show who went another route to be a successful nerd but doing it for another business in the industry that they love, and finally I have found someone who was willing to come on and share their story. Meet Andrew Searles....

3 years ago

46 minutes

Business RPG

Ep 60 Free vs Paid Training

What is better Free or Paid trainings? I have benefited from both in the past and I have been in the thick of doing a lot of educating lately...So I decided to do a short episode on it sharing my thoughts. Let me know what your experience has been! Business RPG is a business podcast for nerds who are determined to turn their passion into a profession. Follow me on Instagram @BuisnessRPG. Connect with me on Linkedin here. Email me sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com Learn how to become a Podcast...

3 years ago

32 minutes

Business RPG

Ep 59 Can You Work From Home as a Voice Actor? with Melanie Scroggins (WFHVA) Pt 2

Part 2 of our conversation with Melanie is LIVE! Meet Melanie Scroggins, a work from home Voice Actor who has been teaching others how to break into the industry and navigate their VO journey using the template that has worked for her. I have wanted to have Melanie on the show for a little while now because I know a few listeners have wanted to hear from voice professionals and she does an amazing job of explaining where to start in this industry. We reference episode 44 a few times, incase...

3 years ago

27 minutes

Business RPG

Ep 59 Can You Work From Home as a Voice Actor? with Melanie Scroggins (WFHVA) Pt 1

Do you have a voice you think would do well in Voice Over? Have you ever had an interest in Voice Acting? Do you feel like the barriers to entry are too high? Do you have no idea where to start? Meet Melanie Scroggins, a work from home Voice Actor who has been teaching others how to break into the industry and navigate their VO journey using the template that has worked for her. I have wanted to have Melanie on the show for a little while now because I know a few listeners have wanted to hea...

3 years ago

33 minutes

Business RPG

Ep 58 Gaming with Bricks O Brian

Today you get to hear from a man who has found a great way to be unique in the world of gaming and live streaming. I am excited to introduce you to Bricks O Brian, streamer, gamer, builder, and author of family-friendly content for all members of the family to be able to enjoy. One of the biggest reasons I wanted to have brian on is because he is on a lot of different platforms doing a lot of different things. He has built an amazing brand akin to that of Finneus and Ferb, where people youn...

3 years ago

47 minutes

Business RPG

Ep 57 Value Propositions with Joe Ponds

What is it that your customers or audience walk away with as an end result of your product or service? Can you verbalize it? Can you verbalize it in a couple of sentences or less? Today you are going to hear from Joe Ponds, a return guest and lead generation expert. Joe is a master of helping businesses find leads for potential customers, recapture lost revenue, and in helping them come across as clear and clean in their communication with other clients and business professionals. I asked j...

3 years ago

54 minutes

Business RPG

Ep 56 Kickstarter and World Of Game Design with Jared and Zac

What does it takes to launch a Kickstarter? Does it take a village? Do you need a producer to help guide you through the launch process and connect the dots so you can be ready? Introducing World Of Game Design (WOGD). A gaming company and network that specializes in helping creators successfully launch, fund, and fulfill their Kickstarter as well as your one stop shop for your TTRPG needs. In this interview you will be meeting Jared Nielsen the Investor, Owner, and generous mind behind WOG...

3 years ago

1 hour 6 minutes

Business RPG

Ep 55 From Writing Code to Writing Fantasy Books with Brian Rathbone

Opportunities come when you sit down and start something. That is one of the biggest lessons I have learned from doing this podcast and from starting a business. That is also one of the biggest takeaways I have from this interview and the guest that we have today. Brian Rathbone is a professional fantasy author who has successfully navigated a pathway to growing his audience and selling his books across multiple platforms and mediums. To put it simply, he has hacked the book publishing indus...

3 years ago

1 hour 26 minutes