#33: How to Start an Online Course with Fire-Spinning Sushi Chef Bryan Sekine
Ever wonder how to start an online course? Well, today’s guest, Bryan Sekine started out as a sushi chef, never expecting things to go much further than that. But as he grew, he realized he could evolve his brand into a way to teach people how to make their own sushi, first with in-person classes and then at home. And, just to add even more excitement to his life, he's also a fire spinner.
Learn the ways Bryan expanded his business, why you don’t need to be all over social media to succeed, and how to start an online course. By the end of the episode, you’ll be all fired up to teach your expertise, or my name isn’t Bendict O. Cumberbatch.
Highlights of our conversation:
Bryan tries to remember the first time he ate sushi — and his initial impressions as he continued trying more kinds of sushi. (3:20)
A look inside Bryan’s career as a sushi chef and when he realized he could pursue it as a full career and more than just a day job. (4:41)
Bryan explains the concept behind hot dog sushi (yes, this is a real, delicious thing!). (6:58)
Bryan’s first experience with a fire festival and his thought process behind branding himself as a fire-spinning sushi chef. (8:59)
Dispelling the idea that you need to be on every social media platform, and why you should have your account as a business account no matter what platform you use. (14:15)
The most surprising part of owning a business for Bryan: overcoming the fear of creating video content and having it permanently be out there for people to consume. (17:00)
Why sustainability is such an important part of Bryan’s brand. (19:42)
The types of adjustments Bryan has had to make in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. (24:23)
Bryan shares his best tips for how to start an online course. (26:50)
How people can support their local restaurants during the pandemic. (28:42)
The three most important pieces of equipment so you can make your own sushi at home like a real sushi chef. (29:42)
What’s next for Bryan Sekine?
Visit Bryan’s website to learn more, and if you’re interested in his sushi course, you can check it out right here.
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