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“The time is going to go no matter what you do so you might as well spend it doing something interesting.” – Dr. Guy Windsor
“The time is going to go no matter what you do so you might as well spend it doing something interesting.” – Dr. Guy Windsor
Today’s featured bestselling author is Consulting Swordsman, teacher, woodworker, and founder of The School of European Swordsmanship, Dr. Guy Windsor. Dr. Guy and I talk about his passion for recreating historical combat systems, being a full-time entrepreneur, and more!!
Key Thing’s You’ll Learn:
How Dr. Guy got into sword fighting and became an expert at it.
How a book can build your business and make you a better teacher.
The most challenging thing about publishing multiple books.
Why it pays to know when to pivot.
Dr. Guy’s Site: https://guywindsor.net/
Dr. Guy’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Guy-Windsor/e/B0045B46SW/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_ebooks_1
Dr. Guy’s Podcast, “The Sword Guy Podcast”: https://theswordguy.podbean.com/
The opening track is titled, “Earth & Sea III” by Rukunetsu AKA Project R. To download the full track, click the following link. https://soundcloud.com/rukunetsu/earth-and-sea-iii-shenmue-3-rmix-2019
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