The Ty Brady Way

Scaling a Creative Business with Tyler Volson

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty welcomes filmmaker and firefighter Tyler Volson, who shares his remarkable journey from firefighting shifts to building a thriving videography business. What began with documenting homes and weddings quickly expanded into filming outdoor expeditions across the globe before Tyler found his true niche in youth sports.

Tyler talks about how sports videography has transformed his career by helping athletes showcase their talents to recruiters while giving parents the chance to simply enjoy the game. He opens up about the early days of offering free shoots to build his portfolio, the lessons learned from pricing creative work, and the challenge of balancing passion with profitability.

Ty and Tyler also discuss what it takes to scale a creative business, from trusting others behind the camera to building a production team that can grow with demand. With highlights that have reached millions of viewers online, Tyler’s story demonstrates how persistence, networking, and a willingness to take risks can turn creativity into lasting opportunity.

 

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HR Made Simple for Entrepreneurs & Agents with John Benson

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty is joined by John Benson, co-founder of PDR Benefits and Cloud9HR. John shares his journey from corporate life to building a family-run HR company that now serves small and medium-sized businesses with payroll, benefits, and human capital management. John shares how he was frustrated by the limitations of existing software, so he and his team created Cloud9HR—an intuitive, centralized platform that simplifies HR operations and reduces administrative errors.

John explains how Cloud9HR is designed for entrepreneurs, CPAs, and insurance agents, and it offers a licensing model that includes backend support, ACH credit lines, and scalable tools, which allow users to provide professional HR services or launch their own business without the burden of high upfront costs or complex infrastructure.

Whether you're looking to manage your own team or expand your service offerings, this episode provides actionable insight into how integrated HR tech can enhance efficiency, open new revenue opportunities, and strengthen client relationships.

 

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You Should Want Success as Bad as You Want Oxygen Relaunch

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty explains the phrase ‘You have to want it as bad as you want oxygen’. Ty expresses how anything you do in life needs a vision and then a plan. Ty shares how once you know what it is you want, whether that be financial freedom or retiring at 40, make a plan on how you think you can achieve that and once you figure out each of the steps of your plan, those steps will become habits, rituals and routines and if you’re committed and consistent with your plan, you will find success. Ty states that your dream needs to be your why and if you don’t want your dream as much as you want oxygen, then dream bigger. Ty provides his best advice on how you can begin mapping out how to achieve your goals and also shares how he has achieved some of his goals through the same process.

 

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Trent Staggs Balancing The Federal Budget - Relaunch

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty is joined by Trent Staggs, a passionate public servant aiming to become Utah's next U.S. Senator. Staggs shares his journey from being a city council member in 2013 to becoming the mayor and his current Senate campaign. Trent discusses the challenges he faced, such as initiating a local police force to save taxpayer money, and highlights his commitment to public service over a career in politics.

Trent also outlines his platform, which includes a strong stance on balancing the federal budget, banning congressional members and their families from trading individual stocks, and preventing ex-congress members from becoming lobbyists. Trent emphasizes his opposition to omnibus spending bills and his support for the Reins Act to rein in federal regulations. Trent believes in the importance of local governance and self-determination for communities.

 

Throughout the episode, Brady and Trent discuss the significance of grassroots support and voter engagement in the political process. Trent encourages listeners to be informed and participate actively in their civic duties, stressing that real change comes from the involvement of everyday citizens in local and national elections.

 

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Strength in Family- Life Lessons from the Brady Brothers - Relaunched

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty welcomes back his brother, Mike Brady for a special family-themed discussion timed around Ty’s birthday. Ty and Mike reminisce about their childhood growing up in a large family with eight sisters and two brothers, sharing stories about their upbringing and the unique bond they formed despite the age gap. From memories of Mike eagerly waiting 13 years for a brother to Ty's adventures with his first big wheel, the conversation is filled with laughter and nostalgia.

 

Mike and Ty dive into their family dynamics, recalling how self-reliance and hard work were instilled in them by their parents. They talk about the challenges and joys of growing up with so many siblings, recounting vivid memories of building forts out of cardboard boxes, backfilling a house by hand, and even learning life lessons from helping out at their mom’s reception center. The stories highlight the creativity and resourcefulness they learned from their parents, especially from their mother’s entrepreneurial spirit.

 

Ty and Mike reflect on how these experiences shaped their work ethic, sense of responsibility, and ultimately their success in life. Mike and Ty discuss how their upbringing taught them to solve problems, help each other, and never shy away from hard work, all while maintaining a strong sense of family. 

 

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Healing Goes Viral- Kathryn Krick’s Faith Journey | The Ty Brady Way

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty is joined by Kathryn Krick, a pastor, author, and founder of Five-Fold Church. Throughout this episode, Kathryn shares her powerful journey from pursuing a career in acting and music to stepping into full-time ministry. Leaving behind her dreams in Los Angeles, she followed an unexpected calling from God, despite a fear of public speaking and many early challenges, including preaching to only a few people in extreme heat during the pandemic.

Kathryn highlights how obedience and perseverance, despite slow growth and setbacks, eventually led to a breakthrough. A 59-second video she posted showcasing God’s power sparked a global response, with viewers reporting healing from COVID, anxiety, physical pain, and more. Kathryn emphasizes that staying faithful to God’s promptings, even when results are unseen, opens the door for miracles and transformation.

Now leading a thriving international ministry, Kathryn shares insights from her new book, Unlock Your Deliverance, which offers practical steps to spiritual freedom. She encourages listeners that healing and abundant life are available to all who seek God with their whole heart, and ends the episode by praying for freedom and healing through the screen.

 

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Medicare Mastery: Neil Reich’s Blueprint for Agency Growth

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty is joined by Neil Reich, a veteran insurance professional with over 27 years of experience. Neil recounts his career journey, beginning at a small P&C agency and advancing to a leadership role at Humana, where he was instrumental in launching the national broker channel and collaborating with major FMOs in the Medicare Advantage sector. After years in corporate leadership, Neil transitioned to entrepreneurship by founding his own agency, CareConnect, where he applied his expertise to scale operations and build a thriving business.

Neil discusses the unique challenges of starting CareConnect, including adapting to the shift from field to virtual sales and responding to evolving consumer behaviors. He notes that phone enrollments are becoming increasingly common and highlights the importance of meeting clients where they are. Despite industry headwinds, his agency generated nearly $6 million in its first year. He also shares insights into managing client communication, setting clear expectations, and maintaining trust through prompt, supportive service.

Looking ahead, Neil outlines strategies to keep his virtual sales team productive, especially in a market impacted by changes to SEP rules and lead quality. He emphasizes the importance of cross-selling products like final expense and cancer policies to boost retention and value. As the healthcare landscape evolves, Neil and Ty stress the need for agents to become trusted advisors rather than just salespeople. Their conversation underscores the enduring value of education, strong client relationships, and diversification in building a resilient, modern agency

 

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Building Medicare Success: Darin Knudsen’s Path to Time Freedom

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty Brady is joined by Darin Knudsen to talk about his entrepreneurial journey and how he found success in the Medicare industry. Influenced by his father’s emphasis on business ownership, Darin navigated various roles, including a church mission, college, sales jobs, and an initial physician staffing venture halted by a non-compete before fully committing to Medicare after discovering its potential through a tech tool he helped launch.

Darin shares how he values time freedom and family and how striving to build a sustainable, residual-income business allowed him be present for his children’s activities. He emphasizes that entrepreneurship is rarely straightforward but achievable with persistence and adaptability.

They discuss the mindset needed to grow a career in Medicare, highlighting the importance of commitment and reinvesting earnings into marketing to achieve steady growth. Darin views early retirement as a choice rather than an endpoint and aims to create a legacy by balancing work with community impact. Moving forward, Darin shares how he plans to expand digital marketing to offset declining seminar attendance and build a lasting, client-focused business that supports family and community engagement.

 

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Overcoming Failure and Finding Purpose

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty shares his inspiring journey from a childhood in a large family to overcoming learning challenges and cultural shifts as a foreign exchange student. He reflects on his early passion for work, managing a pizza shop as a teen, and earning a college degree ahead of schedule, laying the foundation for a career rooted in persistence and resilience.

Ty recounts his professional evolution, from home design and construction to the insurance industry where he faced multiple failures before breaking through. His path illustrates the power of perseverance, coachability, and taking consistent action, even when juggling multiple jobs. Ty explains how his success came from embracing challenges and staying committed to growth.

Drawing from life lessons and a Navy SEAL’s disciplined routine, Ty emphasizes the importance of knowing your “why,” honoring the process and building success through daily habits. Ty reminds us that success starts with small acts of discipline, service, and respect.

 

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Embracing Growth: Christine Wolf on Mindset, Medicare, and Leadership

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty chats with entrepreneur Christine Wolf about her career journey from life coaching and corporate sales to becoming a successful insurance agent specializing in Medicare. Christine shares how after being unexpectedly let go from a corporate role, she found inspiration through Ty’s podcast to realign her career with her passion for helping others, especially seniors navigating complex healthcare decisions.

Christine discusses overcoming burnout by rebuilding her life with intention, focusing on the value of surrounding herself with positive influences and acting as a guiding “lighthouse.” She shares insights from coaching teens about building confidence and community and offers practical tips for staying accountable, like prioritizing difficult tasks and embracing daily routines that fit her lifestyle.

Throughout their conversation, Christine and Ty emphasize the power of vulnerability, letting go of negativity, and transforming fear into excitement. Christine's story encourages listeners to take control of their mindset and life choices, reminding us that meaningful growth often begins with simply showing up.

 

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