Ren Thompson is a private jeweler, President of Chicago Jewelers Association, and a good personal friend of James.
Having built his business from the ground up and establishing a client-base of high net-worth individuals, Ren has valuable lessons in entrepreneurship, networking, and branding for anyone interested in business.
Expect to learn:
- How to network and do business with high net worth individuals
- A high value man's dating strategy
- Doing business in Miami vs Chicago
- How to grow and learn in your 20s
- And much, much more
Timestamps:
- 00:00 The Cigar Journey Begins
- 02:59 Me Time: The Ritual of Smoking
- 06:06 Life Expectancy and Lifestyle Choices
- 08:59 Non-Negotiables in Relationships
- 11:48 Communication: The Key to Relationships
- 15:09 Dating for Marriage vs. Experience
- 17:50 The Path to Entrepreneurship
- 20:49 Building a Jewelry Brand
- 24:01 Creating a Luxurious Experience
- 26:57 Networking with High Net Worth Individuals
- 29:57 The Future of Jewelry
- 47:23 The Evolving Jewelry Market
- 51:01 Personal Style and Jewelry Choices
- 52:58 Dining Experiences and Social Etiquette
- 01:01:12 Service Standards in Restaurants
- 01:07:39 Navigating Life Without a Car
- 01:10:18 Balancing Work and Personal Life
- 01:22:53 Setting Business Goals for the Future
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