Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Anthony Navarro, owner of Colorado Shooting Sports, located in Greeley, CO, USA.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

Colorado Shooting Sports began as a vision to do things differently from all other gun stores I had visited as a kid. You will find our staff to be knowledgeable, kind, and always eager to assist you in finding the right firearm for your needs or directing you to the firearms class that will prepare you to succeed in everything from self-defense to beginning a 3 Gun career. Everyone has to start somewhere, and we teach the fundamentals in a unique way that will ensure high retention of information as well as an enjoyable day. Clients range in age from 12- 96.

Tell us about yourself

Former R.N. (Triage Pediatric Nurse, ER/OR) Firearms Instructor, Business owner. I am motivated by seeing lasting, real, earned growth in people in a short time.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

Creating a business with no business background, Creating products with no engineering background, Winning reality T.V. shows against Navy SEALS with no military background, and writing a book despite not caring for the public school system.

What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?

The loneliness that comes with wanting to create leaders when most people do not want to lead.

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

  1. Start now.
  2. Don't take no for an answer.
  3. Listen to people complain, and they will give you an idea for the next great product.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://coloradoshootingsportsstore.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coloradoshootingsports
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coloradoshootingsports/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-navarro-4144b319/


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