In this solo monologue on the Painless Flipping channel, Nathan Payne recounts his first entrepreneurial venture—a college‑era cereal bar and live‑music venue called Skizzy's. He describes the concept (over 40 cereals, milk and soda bars, cereal shakes, a movie theater, rehearsal space, and event rentals) and the inclusive community vibe he aimed to foster. Payne explains why the business was not financially lucrative—selling low‑margin cereal bowls cannot sustain a profit—but emphasizes the priceless lessons it taught him about creating spaces, community building, and following dreams. He connects these early experiences to his later success in real‑estate investing, where the same principles of space creation and community apply. The video includes an old advertisement clip, a personal disclaimer about his raspy voice, and a call for viewers to share their own dream‑pursuit stories and subscribe for more real‑estate insights. The overarching message is that every venture, even a flop, contributes to personal growth and future success.
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Hey everyone, welcome back to the Painless Flipping channel. I'm Nathan Payne, and today I'm taking you on a little trip down memory lane, back to my college days, long before I dove into the world of real estate investing. Imagine a place where the vibrant energy of live music meets the comfort of enjoying your favorite cereal. That was Skizzy's, a cereal bar and music venue I started in college. It was all about creating a space where people could come and hang out, enjoy some tunes, and of course, eat cereal. 'cause I love cereal and I wanted to provide a place where people could come and hang and eat cereal together. It was my first real venture into entrepreneurship and creating a community space. While Skizzy's was all about serving up bowls of cereal and great music, it wasn't exactly a gold mine. As you can imagine, you can't make a ton of money off of selling cereal bowls at a dollar apiece. But the lessons I learned, they were freaking priceless. Running Skizzy's taught me about business, about creating spaces that bring people together, about community, and about most importantly, following your dreams. These experiences became the foundation of my journey into real estate investing, where creating spaces and communities took on a whole new meaning. Before we jump into all things real estate, I want to show you a piece of my past. Here's an advertisement we did for Skizzee's back in the day. It's a fun look at where I started and a reminder that while not every dream turns into a fortune, every experience is a step forward finding your true calling. And by the way, warning, in this video I was sick and I had a raspy throat. I just couldn't talk very good. So anyway, just warning you in case you're like, oh, Nathan sounds a little different. Let's jump right in.
Oh, didn't see you there. You kind of startled me. Hi, I'm Nathan Payne, the founder and CEO of Skizzeez. You've probably been wondering what Skizzeez is, right? Well, let me tell you. Skizzeez is a place to be. It's a place to go and make new friends, hang out with old friends, and enjoy yourself. What is there to do in Skizzeez? Like, what— Why would I even go? That's probably what you've been thinking, what's been plaguing your mind. I'll tell ya. We have over 40 different cereals to choose from. You can choose any milk you want too. We have a soda bar. You can customize any of your sodas in case you're feeling thirsty. We're bringing back pie shakes, and we're also introducing cereal shakes. So you can get a Cookie Crisp milkshake or a Reese's Puff milkshake. Or if you're feeling really froggy that day, a Lucky Charms milkshake. What a wonderful thing. We have a movie theater so you can cuddle with someone that you care about and watch a good movie. We have band rehearsal space and storage for your instruments, so if you play in a band, come here, practice. We also rent this space out to anyone that wants to throw their own private event or party. So come on down, reach out to us, and party on. You're probably thinking, I don't know if Skizzy's is the place for me. But think again. Skizzy's is the place for everyone. We accept nerds, hipsters, jocks, bros, minorities, and friends. We accept everyone. We want everyone to come here and have a great time. You know why? Because we all must sit together at the table of brotherhood and eat a bowl of cereal and have a good time. You already know that Skizzy's has the best live music in Rexburg without a doubt. Hope to see you soon.
Running Skizzies was an adventure. It actually didn't make me any money really at all, but it enriched my life in ways I never expected. And it's those unexpected journeys that truly shape us. If you've ever chased a dream, hit a bump, or found yourself on a path you didn't expect, you're not alone. Share your story in the comments below. I'd really like to learn about what you've done in order to follow your dreams. And if you're curious about how those experiences can lead to success in real estate and beyond, make sure to subscribe. Let's explore together how every dream, every challenge, every bowl of cereal adds up in the incredible journey of life. Thanks for tuning in. Remember, it's not all about the destination, it's about the journey and the people we meet along the way. Stay inspired, keep dreaming, and I'll see you in the next video. Thanks.
