When Ryan Maddings was five, his father passed away. He joined the Marine Corps at 18 and was wounded in Iraq six months into his first tour of duty. With “a little bit of shrapnel” in his back, he returned to Iraq two years later.
Eventually diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, Maddings came home only to fall into bankruptcy and debt – more than a million dollars’ worth, he said. “I had no hope, really.”
The greatest piece of advice Maddings has received? Be persistent.
“No matter how hard life gets, don’t quit,” he said. “I made a promise to myself that I’m going to be successful someday and that, whatever it takes, I’m going to continue to invest in myself and I’m going to nourish every little sprout I have, no matter how big or how small.” That’s why Maddings is a regular at Dani Johnson’s seminars, where he’s been able to share the story of his financial – he’s out of debt – and personal redemption.
“It’s not about me being a fan, a groupie,” he said. “It’s about me getting results to show people the system works and that they can change their life.”
Hi Maddings
Congrats and thank you for sharing your life journey. It will inspire more people and have motivate me too.
I will always remember your words ‘No matter how hard is life, never quit’
Thank you James!!! I appreciate you! You keep it up my friend!!! NEVER, EVER, EVER, forget how much GOD LOVES YOU!
Thank you for the inspiration Ryan. You are a true and courageous hero!!
My heart and prayers go out to all Marines who risk life and limb for the cause of liberty and freedom. Thank you.
Spencer
AMEN!
Thank you! I receive that! That means a lot to me Spencer!
SEMPER FI!
Ryan, you are Brilliant & An Awesome Inspiration to many – including me! Thanks for sharing. Tini
Thank you Tini!
That truly means a lot to me!
Thank you Ryan! You are my successful Sapphire model. We always look for you at the seminars, your amazing smile, the exuberance, the joy that just radiates from you. You are such a dynamic presence there and we are so glad you are always there. Thank you for setting the example…see you in LA!!