The GaryVee Audio Experience This Is My Best Advice For Pitching To Investors
Jul 21, 2023
A conversation with athletes highlights the importance of aligning passion with profession for true fulfillment. The impact of personal experiences, including being booed, fosters growth and resilience. The discussion emphasizes the dangers of a 'fake it till you make it' mindset and the need for authenticity when pitching to investors. Time is identified as a critical vulnerability, stressing patience over quick wins. Embracing feedback and personal journeys, rather than societal judgments, is key to sustainable success.
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Leverage Your Position
- Leverage your current position, especially as a college athlete.
- Connect with people who are interested in you now, because this leverage might not last.
Missed Connections
- Gary Vaynerchuk ignored a former NFL player's networking attempts while he was playing.
- Once the player's career ended, the leverage was gone, and Gary Vaynerchuk had no time for him.
Balancing Leverage and Focus
- Balance leveraging your current position with staying focused on your primary goals.
- Entrepreneurship is a valuable pursuit, but balance is key.