BigDeal #77 Brutally Honest Truths That Give You an Unfair Life Advantage: Gary Vee
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Jul 9, 2025 
Gary Vaynerchuk, a digital marketing titan and CEO of VaynerMedia, shares his insights on capturing attention in a noisy world. He dives into the nuances of entrepreneurship, stressing the importance of empathy in leadership and the value of personal growth over traditional education. Gary reflects on using mindset and creativity to build successful brands while navigating criticism and competition. He also discusses the revolutionary impact of AI on marketing and the importance of adapting to this ever-evolving landscape.
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Early Investing Lessons
- Gary Vee used intuition early in his investing career focusing on ideas rather than founders.
- He learned to value both the entrepreneur (jockey) and the business (horse) equally now.
Be Authentic and Open
- When pitching, tell everything openly and honestly without pandering.
- Gary uses emotional intelligence to immediately sense authenticity and potential in people.
Hire for Personality, Develop Skills
- Hire A+ personalities even if their skill level is average; bad personality kills team culture.
- Invest in developing B and C players by improving their skills and retention.