The GaryVee Audio Experience How To Stand Out | Monday Marketing Takes: Roy Wood Jr.
Sep 14, 2020
Roy Wood Jr., a comedian and actor from 'The Daily Show', shares his unique insights on marketing and comedy. He discusses the formative influences of his upbringing and the importance of finding one's uniqueness in content creation. Wood emphasizes the art of listening to audiences and adapting to changing dynamics, especially post-pandemic. He candidly reflects on his journey through comedy, the significance of humor in connection, and strategies for standing out in a crowded landscape of content creators.
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Early Hustle
- Roy Wood Jr. created a comic book in sixth grade and charged classmates to read it.
- This was his first entrepreneurial venture, demonstrating his early hustle and understanding of value creation.
Fundraising and Relationships
- After getting cut from the baseball team, Roy Wood Jr. became the team's equipment manager.
- He excelled at fundraising, realizing the importance of relationships in sales.
Find a Need and Fulfill It
- Find a need and fulfill it, a mantra from A.G. Gaston.
- Roy Wood Jr. uses this principle to guide his comedic and content creation process.