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Legacy Is Greater Than Currency | Entrepreneur On Fire Interview from 2012

May 4, 2019
Gary Vaynerchuk, a serial entrepreneur and CEO, shares his journey from working in his father's liquor store to founding WineLibrary.com. He emphasizes the importance of legacy over currency, advocating for long-term thinking in business. The conversation also explores the role of technology in entrepreneurship, including mobile payments and smart appliances. Vaynerchuk discusses the evolution of storytelling in the digital age and offers valuable insights on overcoming personal barriers, communication, and creativity in a rapidly changing landscape.
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ANECDOTE

Early Entrepreneurial Ventures

  • Gary Vaynerchuk excelled at selling from a young age, running lemonade stands and selling baseball cards.
  • He later joined his dad's liquor store, developing a passion for wine and building a successful online business.
INSIGHT

Legacy Over Currency

  • Prioritize long-term legacy over short-term gains.
  • Focus on building lasting value, like running a marathon, not a sprint.
ANECDOTE

Early Challenges

  • Gary Vaynerchuk struggled with societal expectations surrounding school grades during his youth.
  • He also found the challenge of working with his father in the family business difficult at times.
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