Navigating Business Transitions: From Epic to Scalable

In this episode of Business Lunch, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss the recent transition from Epic Network to a more focused approach with the Scalable Company. They explore the challenges of running a business that has taken on a life of its own, the importance of making changes when a business no longer serves its founders, and the evolving landscape of course creation in the age of AI. The conversation emphasizes the need for entrepreneurs to take action, embrace change, and focus on what truly brings them joy in their business endeavors. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Context of Change 03:02 The Evolution of Epic Network 05:58 The Decision to Pivot: Why Change is Necessary 08:53 Understanding Business Ownership and Personal Happiness 11:48 The Importance of Knowing What to Exit To 14:56 The Future of Course and Information Businesses 21:05 Lessons Learned from the Epic Network Experience 30:35 The Reality of Course Consumption 33:10 Reflections on 2020 and Business Decisions 36:07 Navigating Change and Decision-Making 40:06 What Would Need to Be True? 43:12 Future Plans and New Directions 46:24 Final Thoughts and Messages to the Community Special Announcement After 5 years of teaching entrepreneurs how to build, buy, and sell companies, I'm retiring all Epic courses and educational content permanently. This isn't because they didn't work, thousands have built real wealth with these frameworks, but because AI, capital markets, and collaboration have changed the game. I'm shifting from teaching deals to doing deals. Want access to everything before it disappears forever? This is your last chance to grab 5 years of proven frameworks, strategies, and training materials before they're gone for good. See the full story and whats going into the vault here: Go to the vault Connect with me on social:TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube 👉  Here RESOURCES: • 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREE