This is a very valuable marketing conversation that should be taken seriously. This is a marketing master class and you get to be a fly on the wall with 2 of the best.
Holy smoke show, thanks so much for putting this out. It's such a big help to hear different perspectives about this industry. As a new breeder waiting on the first couple of clutches, this right here was a very welcome reminder of why it's worth every minute. Even the constant tub cleaning 😂
My first expo 1 sale paid for my table luckily i live in the same city second expo 6 snakes sales and hired for 2 rack builds keep in the rotation people will see and remember you from last time talk to people make friends
Awesome video as always! Definitely appreciate the time you put forth to help those getting started and offering tips and examples of what to do and not do. Thanks for being willing to share! Definitely an encouragement.
Steven, That was a great video. It's amazing how much insight Justin really has. In my opinion social media is the easiest way to get recognition. Keep up the great work bud.
I'm working on the Huffman ball-pythons lol Orange dream and the Calicos! I had breed him to my pied girl, and my vip axanthic girl, along with my firefly girl. This will be INTERESTEDING!😮❤😮
Wonderful job with great insight on these metrics, I think you both said some valuable lessons learned and Justin is absolutely correct about the limitations of being able to scale the same quality that you have started with.
Thank you both for doing this. I am currently about to start a small family breeding business/Hobby. While our main focus is solely to create animals that we believe to be beautiful, we also need them to be able to some what help support the venture. Again thank you so much.
I thank you both for this information... as a younger breeder, I relate to the intimidation that can be associated with exposing yourself to the industry. But this discussion, I believe, teaches us 1st, 3rd, and 5th year breeders that we can take what we believe to be our disadvantage and turn them into strengths that builds our brand! Thank you both!
Legible applies to reading/writing. I think you mean audible. You don't need to drive to my house to debate that. Jk, you can totally come over to debate, but a phone call will also suffice. Great video as always! 👏
Props for not putting Justin in the thumbnail with the title “CALLED OUT BY JUSTIN KOBYLKA!!! 😡😡😡” There’s no shame in switching it to that in a week or two to boost the views though lol
I love the advice at the end about not being afraid to look inexperienced and to just document your personal journey as you learn and grow. Sometimes I've felt self-conscious about the fact that I haven't had previous experience keeping my favorite type of animal (snakes) until recently, but on the other hand it's really cool and exciting that I'll be able to document this whole process from the very start. I'm more interested in doing education (eventually hoping to do in-person shows) and don't really intend on breeding ever, but I think the same principle applies in terms of building an audience by bringing them along with you on your learning process.
This was an excellent video, fantastic and valuable information! Love this chat is was great! I especially love the comments regarding championing the project and all that comes with
WRONG. Even if the shows dont bring in sales for new people on the scene, it creates the opportunity for those vital connections. Access to these big shows for all is IMPORTANT!!!
I think Justin was saying that there are multiple ways to be successful and that online sales have been way better for him (and us actually) than shows have been. Those in-person connections you make at shows are super important but those can also be made by attending shows as a guest. The original video we did takes the stance that shows are critical and that was the point Justin disagreed with.
@LeviathanSnakes Totaly agreed on all points other than the fact that attending and vending help build different connections. Hanginf around a table as customer for hours is weird, if your vending, its acceptable and opens up different dialog. The points you brought up were great. Im agreeing with YOU.
That is what the original video was saying as that is what has started happening with the big shows. Justin disagreed with the concept that doing shows was critical to be successful and in his experience (and ours) online sales have been far more successful than shows.
My bad! Justin disagreed with the original video based on the premise that shows are critical to a reptile business because in his experience, shows have never been great and that online sales have been the driving force behind his business.
My bad! Justin essentially disagreed with the concept that breeders need to vend national level shows, as the previous video made it seem that vending big shows was a critical aspect of the business that was getting closed off to new breeders.
@acaciaballpythons very cool. If youre part of the community then names like Justin, Kevin and Brian u will know whom I'm referring to. Leviathan, as j alluded to, is makin some the best ball bus videos ever made. I don't always agree as not all of us small to med size breeders even care about the bus side, that said I'm in the minority and even I have learned so much from leviathan as of late. Knowing Steven personally would be super cool! Talk about a mentor!
really im being blackballed because of the big local breeders in az . they are dirty so how can i even do business if big breeders are dirty ? this hobbie is cut throat... watch the character of the big breeders in arizona this is why new breeders cant get started in the hobbie.. so dirty!
2 of the best ball breeders in North America. What a duo!
Thank you so much! You made my day with this comment!
This is a very valuable marketing conversation that should be taken seriously. This is a marketing master class and you get to be a fly on the wall with 2 of the best.
Agreed 100%
Thank you man! We appreciate you and Justin dropped some huge insights! Can’t thank him enough!
Holy smoke show, thanks so much for putting this out. It's such a big help to hear different perspectives about this industry. As a new breeder waiting on the first couple of clutches, this right here was a very welcome reminder of why it's worth every minute. Even the constant tub cleaning 😂
Thank you so much for watching and we are super happy you found it helpful!
My first expo 1 sale paid for my table luckily i live in the same city second expo 6 snakes sales and hired for 2 rack builds keep in the rotation people will see and remember you from last time talk to people make friends
Awesome video as always! Definitely appreciate the time you put forth to help those getting started and offering tips and examples of what to do and not do. Thanks for being willing to share! Definitely an encouragement.
Of course and thank you so much for watching!
Steven, That was a great video. It's amazing how much insight Justin really has. In my opinion social media is the easiest way to get recognition. Keep up the great work bud.
Thank you so much friend! Justin crushed it and I agree, social media is so important given the realities of the world in 2024
Justin with no name recognition 😂
😂😂
I'm working on the Huffman ball-pythons lol
Orange dream and the Calicos! I had breed him to my pied girl, and my vip axanthic girl, along with my firefly girl. This will be INTERESTEDING!😮❤😮
Did Steven get matching JKR haircut for this video? 😅
You are giving away my secrets lol
Wonderful job with great insight on these metrics, I think you both said some valuable lessons learned and Justin is absolutely correct about the limitations of being able to scale the same quality that you have started with.
Thank you friend! It is definitely a competitive advantage to be able to spend more time with each customer. Thank you for watching btw!
I remember when Justin was looking for a few people to help work in his facility in Gainesville GA. A year or so ago. That'll be a dream come true!!!
Thank you both for doing this. I am currently about to start a small family breeding business/Hobby. While our main focus is solely to create animals that we believe to be beautiful, we also need them to be able to some what help support the venture. Again thank you so much.
Of course and thank you so much for watching and for your kind comment! We appreciate you!
I'm definitely going to remember this video and conversation! Awesome job!
Thank you Jon! We appreciate you!
I thank you both for this information... as a younger breeder, I relate to the intimidation that can be associated with exposing yourself to the industry. But this discussion, I believe, teaches us 1st, 3rd, and 5th year breeders that we can take what we believe to be our disadvantage and turn them into strengths that builds our brand! Thank you both!
Thank you so much for watching and we love that you found the video helpful! We appreciate you!
Love the content
Always learn somthing new when I watch your videos
Love the support! You are the best!
Great video I always learn something new from every video you put out😊 ty
We really appreciate you watching!
@@LeviathanSnakes I have seen them all and will continue doing it, 😀
Fantastic video. Will need to rewatch several times to get all of the info.
Thank you friend!! We appreciate you!
Absolutely AWESOME video. Weve been screaming all these points from the roof tops. Amazing job!
Great video. So much knowledge from this conversation.
Thank you! 🙏
Excellent video and thank you for taking time out to make it. I believe every newer breeder should watch this and take notes. I know I took notes.
Thank you friends! We appreciate you watching for the comment! You are the best!
Legible applies to reading/writing. I think you mean audible. You don't need to drive to my house to debate that. Jk, you can totally come over to debate, but a phone call will also suffice.
Great video as always! 👏
I’m already in the car lol thank you so much for watching though! We appreciate you man!
@@LeviathanSnakes 😆 🤣
Props for not putting Justin in the thumbnail with the title “CALLED OUT BY JUSTIN KOBYLKA!!! 😡😡😡”
There’s no shame in switching it to that in a week or two to boost the views though lol
I love the advice at the end about not being afraid to look inexperienced and to just document your personal journey as you learn and grow. Sometimes I've felt self-conscious about the fact that I haven't had previous experience keeping my favorite type of animal (snakes) until recently, but on the other hand it's really cool and exciting that I'll be able to document this whole process from the very start. I'm more interested in doing education (eventually hoping to do in-person shows) and don't really intend on breeding ever, but I think the same principle applies in terms of building an audience by bringing them along with you on your learning process.
Very informative. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Lots of great information. Thanks for the video
Thank you so much! Justin dropped some knowledge in it!
Awesome stuff guys! As always, I agree with Justin, I love all of the “business side of things” videos you guys put out! Keep killing it!
This was an excellent video, fantastic and valuable information! Love this chat is was great! I especially love the comments regarding championing the project and all that comes with
I loved when Justin talked about Champions! It was something I hadn’t really considered before, and thank you so much for watching!
Great video as always. Lots of good info in there.
Thank you man! Hope your season is going amazing!
WRONG. Even if the shows dont bring in sales for new people on the scene, it creates the opportunity for those vital connections. Access to these big shows for all is IMPORTANT!!!
I think Justin was saying that there are multiple ways to be successful and that online sales have been way better for him (and us actually) than shows have been.
Those in-person connections you make at shows are super important but those can also be made by attending shows as a guest. The original video we did takes the stance that shows are critical and that was the point Justin disagreed with.
@LeviathanSnakes Totaly agreed on all points other than the fact that attending and vending help build different connections. Hanginf around a table as customer for hours is weird, if your vending, its acceptable and opens up different dialog. The points you brought up were great. Im agreeing with YOU.
Great surprise guest!
Can’t thank Justin enough!
Great video very informative
Thank you!!
Great video. Thanks!
Thank you for watching! We appreciate you!
Obi Wan and Luke in one episode. Love it! 💪🔥
🙌🙌🙌
Steven, this is awesome.
Thank you Tom! We appreciate you!
Thought in the video he was saying new breeders would get turned away by shows by the people running the show????
That is what the original video was saying as that is what has started happening with the big shows.
Justin disagreed with the concept that doing shows was critical to be successful and in his experience (and ours) online sales have been far more successful than shows.
Great info again thanks
Thank you for watching, Fred! We appreciate you!
I think I missed where you(Steve) were called out about the last video.
My bad! Justin disagreed with the original video based on the premise that shows are critical to a reptile business because in his experience, shows have never been great and that online sales have been the driving force behind his business.
Great content once again. Nice work!
Anything with Justin in it, I’ll watch 😉❤
Justin carried 100% 🙌
Steven with a fresher haircut than Justin. Justin’s getting a little cozy as top dog lol. Jk Much love
J is top dog
Great video 🤘🏻
Thank you friend! Can’t wait to see the video you are shooting with them!
Great job ❤❤
Thank you friends!
Wait wat was the disagreement
My bad! Justin essentially disagreed with the concept that breeders need to vend national level shows, as the previous video made it seem that vending big shows was a critical aspect of the business that was getting closed off to new breeders.
@@LeviathanSnakes Ooooh ok i see, ty
Funny I was wondering the same thing🤣 how cool would it be to call Justin for a chit chat. Or Steven
@@mrmouse-ol9pw lol i did actually call Steven and Courtney once. They were very nice
@acaciaballpythons very cool. If youre part of the community then names like Justin, Kevin and Brian u will know whom I'm referring to. Leviathan, as j alluded to, is makin some the best ball bus videos ever made. I don't always agree as not all of us small to med size breeders even care about the bus side, that said I'm in the minority and even I have learned so much from leviathan as of late. Knowing Steven personally would be super cool! Talk about a mentor!
Fantastic video ❤
really im being blackballed because of the big local breeders in az . they are dirty so how can i even do business if big breeders are dirty ? this hobbie is cut throat... watch the character of the big breeders in arizona this is why new breeders cant get started in the hobbie.. so dirty!
Great video! This is a watch more than once video. So much great information! Great job, I’m taking notes. Thanks @leviathansnakes @kinova
Thank you friend!!