Whatever it is you’re working on and struggling with, don’t pivot too soon. Make sure you give it enough time to work.

For as this episode’s guest explains – resilience pays out.

Frank Spitzer, CEO, Pelecanus, shares the story of how he grew his company’s YouTube channel from zero to 100,000 subscribes, along with many more lesson-filled stories.

Pelecanus has $250,000 in annual revenue. Spitzer manages a team of four employees, along with four freelancers and interns.

Stories (with lessons) about what he made in marketing

Here are some lessons from Spitzer that emerged in our discussion.

Taking responsibility leads to rewards
Resilience Pays Out: From zero to 112,000 subscribers
Embracing honesty can lead to deeper connections, personal growth, and inner peace
Dedication shapes an entrepreneurial journey
To Achieve Success: Hard work trumps natural talent
A good leader stands up for their team

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