Hey, I'm Risto Duggan and I'm a Yoga teacher.
Tell us all about your business...
I teach Rocket Yoga and Gravity Yin Yoga, host Yoga Surf Retreats and have a Yoga Gear company - RAD.
What's your background and motivation to get into the solopreneur life?
I designed clothing to complement my yoga practice, and events to share my passions!
As a solopreneur, what does success ultimately mean to you?
Being happy and healthy doing what you love.
What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?
Getting exposure.
What are the top 3 tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run or grow a business today?
Love your product, find your tribe that supports you, and enjoy the process.
If there was one thing you could do repeatedly to help grow your business, what would it be?
Keep evolving with the market.
What are some of the things you put in place to maintain a healthy work/life balance and to keep it all together?
Practice makes progress... Keep doing the work that keeps you healthy and fresh.
Who are some of your favorite entrepreneurs and best business resources/books?
Follow the people that are passionate and the leaders in your community... Steve Pyka, Ryan Leier, Eoin Finn, and Lucas Rockwood.
Is there anything else you'd like to share?
Share what fires you up! For me it’s Rocket Yoga, Gravity Yin Yoga, Snowboarding, Surfing, and quality food!
Where can people find you online?
You can find my personal website here. I'm also on Instagram @ristoduggan and Facebook.
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