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Re: Beginner’s Guide to Plyometrics

Ryan Ransom — Sat, 22 May 2010 19:51:27 -0000

If you want a workout that involves all of this as well as strength, is constantly varied, and will own you every time then checkout www.crossfit.com. If you are new to working out I highly recommend clicking the "start here" tab on the left hand side of the main page and then BrandX Scaling. Email me if you have questions!

Re: Boxer or Briefs? The Manpacks Giveaway

Ryan Ransom — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 23:10:09 -0000

Boxer-briefs. The look of boxers, the support of briefs. Too much information?

Re: Your Signature Dish: Wüsthof Classic Ikon Chef Knife Set Giveaway

Ryan Ransom — Wed, 04 May 2011 14:49:26 -0000

Double Pork Wrapped Chicken

I don't have the recipe in front of me but basically you brown some ground pork (3/4 lbs) season with all spice/salt/pepper, form pockets in four chicken breasts, stuff the pork inside and then wrap them all competely in bacon (about one lbs) and then you bake it. It was amazing - I made it for Valentines day this year. Big hit! There probably is a little more to it so let me know if you want the recipe - I'm a member on AoM!

Re: Brewer Family; (Oklahoma Family Photographer)

Ryan Ransom — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 16:20:40 -0000

Great Pics! Beautiful family.

Re: 5 Tips For New Voice Talents

Ryan Ransom — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 10:53:27 -0000

Great advice. I'm new at this and thankfully I'm doing all these things and am finally starting to land jobs. Only five so far in a year but it's one step at a time!

Re: Epic Primal Giveaway: Halloween 2012 – $648 Value

Ryan Ransom — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 21:43:46 -0000

Keep it to the day and enjoy it. That means, for me, thanksgiving, family Christmas in mid December, and Christmas Day. Eat clean between and keep it to the day. I enjoy myself in that structure. It's only once a year.

Re: Voice Over Success Comes Through Persistence

Ryan Ransom — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 09:04:46 -0000

Great Post. I needed it. I've been feeling discouraged of late. I'm not giving up, though!

Re: The Tale Of Two Takes | Voice Over | Marc Scott | Voice Talent

Ryan Ransom — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 13:26:32 -0000

Great post, Marc.

I would offer one small change to your example, however. Ordering mashed potatoes and getting a baked potato is a mistake on the Chef's part which he would correct immediately; just as we would correct a mistake in our VO, such as a mispronunciation that we didn't catch. A slightly more accurate parallel would be to say that you go to the restaurant because you love their steak and potatoes which your order with no direction or clarification. The server brings you a steak and baked potato and you send it back saying, "sorry, that's not quite what I wanted - I would rather have mashed. Would you mind doing it again?" The server takes your plate but comes back to tell you the Chef says, "No, you should have been more specific, take it or leave it" or, "I would be glad to, but you should have given me clearer directions. I'm going to have to charge you again to make mashed potatoes as the baked potato is a waste of my time and resources."

Either way, it puts the situation in perspective and I agree with you totally - customer service and satisfaction is king!

Re: How Do You Reply To A Request For Retakes?

Ryan Ransom — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 18:45:28 -0000

Great Post, Marc. I usually include a full retake or two (depending on the script length) in my quote/fee. I find that sets clients at ease. I've also found that most of the time you did it how they asked but then when they heard it they realized they wanted something different than they first thought. It's not really your read.

Re: Do You Post Your Voice Over Rates?

Ryan Ransom — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:13:46 -0000

I don't have a rate card yet because I don't have a website to post it on and I've booked most of my work through P2P sites so the rate card really isn't necessary in those cases. When I start booking work directly through clients then I think a rate card would be necessary. Should probably get a website too. :)

Re: Superman and Catholic Spirituality

Ryan Ransom — Thu, 02 May 2013 11:46:25 -0000

Awesome post

Re: Recorded video: abcd9772

Ryan Ransom — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:26:41 -0000

Realized after I uploaded that I'm just a few cents short on the Baritone D4 but really don't want to ditch the whole take. Boo. Thankfully, once blended and mastered I'm sure no one will notice... I hope... Be gentle. :)

Re: Reviews & Giveaway: Squatty Potty

Ryan Ransom — Thu, 22 Aug 2013 12:46:35 -0000

Always wanted to try this

Re: Reviews & Giveaway: Squatty Potty

Ryan Ransom — Thu, 22 Aug 2013 12:47:52 -0000

Liked the squatty potty page

Re: Reviews & Giveaway: Squatty Potty

Ryan Ransom — Thu, 22 Aug 2013 12:51:25 -0000

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Re: Recorded video: ad0156be

Ryan Ransom — Sat, 28 Sep 2013 17:04:41 -0000

Used my mic and preamp instead of the computer mic. It sounded plenty loud in my headphones but it's really soft through the computer speakers. Try using headphones. Hopefully this won't knock me out. Boo...

Re: Weekend Reading for Financial Planners (January 20-21)

Ryan Ransom — Sat, 20 Jan 2018 12:24:17 -0000

Really liked the marketing article on figuring out your target client and then asking them to find out the best ways to attract them. Simple in theory, probably a little harder in practice, but a great idea nonetheless!

Re: How To Study For (And Pass) The CFP Exam

Ryan Ransom — Tue, 23 Feb 2021 08:49:44 -0000

This was a great article and very helpful! It has me slightly concerned and I’m curious for feedback as I want to pass the first time.

I decided to go for the CFP last August and set a goal to have it by this August. That means the July exam. I’ve been working through and am in the estate planning course and am slightly ahead of my schedule and should have all coursework done by early to mid April. That’s where my concern comes in as this article says 4-6 months of review before sitting for the exam. I plan to take a review course, no question, but unless I start it before finishing the capstone course than 4-6 months clearly isn’t possible and so I would need to review more than 10 hours a week.

Considering I have 5+ years of industry experience, have been doing well on all the course work, have been and can continue to study 12-14 hours a week, and planning to review from April-June and test in July, is passing the first time feasible in that scenario? Or am I setting myself up for failure and should wait to test in November? I hate to do that as it’s just such a long gap but I really want to pass the first time.

A little wordy so thanks to anyone who read through and takes the time to respond.

Re: How To Study For (And Pass) The CFP Exam

Ryan Ransom — Tue, 23 Feb 2021 23:23:12 -0000

Thanks for responding, Jesse! You raise a valid point that is definitely worth considering. I’ll think on that. Thanks again!

-Ryan

Re: How To Study For (And Pass) The CFP Exam

Ryan Ransom — Fri, 09 Jul 2021 21:45:03 -0000

Jesse, I thought you might like to know that I pulled it off in 11 months!! Passed my exam today. What a slog - I do not recommend doing it the way I did but it’s done!! Your suggestions would have been a better approach. 😁