

Find What You're Good at And DOUBLE Down on It
Sep 5, 2021
This conversation dives deep into the importance of recognizing and doubling down on your strengths instead of wasting energy on weaknesses. It highlights how parental expectations can steer children away from their true passions, leading to confusion later in life. Personal stories illustrate the journey of valuing experiences over possessions. Plus, there's an exciting discussion about launching an NFT project and the thrill of innovation, all while emphasizing community and connection in navigating life's journey.
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Self-Awareness and Strengths
- Self-awareness is crucial for success, especially in competitive fields.
- Gary Vee realized his communication skills were his strength and decided to build a business around them.
Building VaynerMedia
- Gary Vee built VaynerMedia as a "communications death star" for himself, focusing on long-term value.
- He's received offers to sell, but he prefers building and innovating.
Nurturing Passions
- Parents should recognize their children's passions, even if they seem like distractions.
- Many successful people could have been great artists but were pushed into traditional careers.