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Ben Kickz Pioneered Sneaker Resell Market | EP 36

Jun 24, 2024
Meet Ben Kickz, the sneaker reselling prodigy who shares his journey from selling Kobe sneakers to mingling with celebs like DJ Khaled. He discusses the importance of relationships, Bitcoin mining costs, entrepreneurship resilience, and even his rap career. Get ready for an inspiring and entertaining ride through the world of sneaker culture and business.
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Quick takeaways

  • Ben Kicks started reselling sneakers at 16, turning passion into profit.
  • Ben Kicks expanded from sneaker reselling to music industry ventures.

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Ben Kicks' Early Entrepreneurial Journey and Experience in the Sneaker Industry

Ben Kicks shares his journey into entrepreneurship, recalling starting his first company at the age of 14 and delving into the world of reselling sneakers. He reminisces about camping out with friends to earn money by reselling shoes, leading to collaborations with artists like DJ Khaled. His astute business sense and ability to leverage relationships opened doors to various opportunities in the industry.

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