The GaryVee Audio Experience

Dive into the rapidly evolving landscape of social media and discover why storytelling is essential for brand success. The host emphasizes the fleeting nature of current advertising opportunities, urging listeners to seize the moment. Learn innovative tactics for scaling local businesses, including the potential of creating a TV show. Explore the balance between building a personal and business brand as you harness the power of influencer marketing. Get ready to leverage social media before it becomes commonplace like billboards!

Derek Todd shares his inspiring journey of transforming his life by launching a clothing brand after abandoning a soul-crushing 9-5 job. He discusses how prioritizing passion over a paycheck led him to greater happiness, despite earning less. Derek highlights personal struggles with mental health and finances, emphasizing the power of motivation and self-discovery. Listeners will be captivated as he delves into his excitement for entrepreneurial ventures and flipping items for profit, reflecting on how these experiences enriched his life.

Explore the introspective journey of entrepreneurship and the nuances of aligning actions with ambitions. Discover the harsh realities and common misconceptions surrounding starting a business, and the unique challenges faced by aspiring entrepreneurs. Uncover the unexpected benefits of working for free to build skills and relationships. Embrace the importance of humility and intrinsic validation in personal growth. Delve into the evolution of entrepreneurship in the digital age, where passion and resilience redefine success beyond financial metrics.

Explore the urgent need for success that often clouds judgment. Patience is crucial for achieving long-term goals, yet many see age as a barrier. Discover the tension between self-opinion and the validation we seek from others. Emphasize your own perspective over external pressures for genuine fulfillment. This conversation encourages listeners to rethink their timelines and embrace the journey of entrepreneurship.

Many people dread Monday through Friday, living only for the weekend. This conversation dives into the dissatisfaction many feel during the weekdays and how it affects happiness. It encourages embracing your work and passions to create a fulfilling week, rather than escaping to the weekend. The host emphasizes that family time is important, but using weekends just as a relief signals a need for change. Listeners are invited to rethink their relationship with work and happiness.

Discover the power of micro-influencers and why their niche audiences can yield better results than huge follower counts. Learn how adjusting pricing for your services can significantly impact your bottom line. Explore the balance between heeding customer feedback and staying true to your business principles. These unconventional strategies could be the key to elevating your small business in today's competitive landscape!

Explore why LinkedIn is the essential platform for B2B in 2019. Discover how to leverage the $1.80 strategy adapted for LinkedIn to build connections and create opportunities. Dive into the importance of tailored content for engagement and conversion. Learn about innovative marketing methods for franchise businesses, examining how to navigate changing consumer behaviors. This discussion offers practical advice for effective digital strategies that enhance community engagement.

Had an incredible conversation with high school teachers & students from Boys Latin School from Philadelphia, PA. This is a must listen for anyone who has 10-20-year-olds around them in life.  0:35 - One sentence can change everything 3:17 - I will always be unfiltered 4:03 - How to become discovered in the music industry 7:20 - The internet gives everyone an opportunity 9:20 - How to adjust when algorithms change on social platforms 9:51 - DM people until Instagram blocks you 11:00 - If you want something, you have to work 12:10 - Everybody has either money, talent, or time 13:50 - Your adversity is your strength 14:59 - Don’t be vulnerable to a platform 16:05 - Giving turns into getting 17:00 - The fine line between delusion and optimism 22:05 - Young guys buy stuff because they’re insecure 24:05 - The future of teaching and education 25:25 - How to become a stylist 27:50 - Either you want it, or you don’t 30:18 - Dealing with rejection & adversity 34:55 - The block is your foundation 36:40 - I love Richard Pryor 38:10 - Becoming a teacher 41:00 - Should you go to college   Let me know what's your favorite part of this episode, by tweeting @garyvee.  Hope you have the best Tuesday of your life! 

This podcast mashup is about something that I am most passionate about and I also think a lot about. It's a constant challenge to create a wonderful work environment without creating entitlement and keep people fired up to work for you.  If you or someone around you is struggling with transitioning from being a practitioner to becoming a leader, please listen to this or share this with that person.  Would love to know your thoughts on this, so tweet @garyvee and let me know your POV.

A lot of people are in jobs they don’t like because they tie themselves down with expenses that don’t actually make them happy. It’s an issue for so many … the truth is, a lot of people would rather “look the part” and posture to their friends like they’re building a business instead of doing “unsexy” things that’ll make them money and bring them closer to leaving jobs they don’t like. 0:25 - If you work somewhere but want your own business 1:09 - Don’t buy dumb shit 2:22 - Practicality = happiness 4:40 - Why are you living your life based on other people’s opinions? 7:52 - This is the greatest time to be a human being 9:59 - Having empathy > hawking your brand 14:00 - Social media’s golden era will go away People will realize how important this message is in a few years … watch and tweet me what you thought @GaryVee with the hashtag #GVAudioExperience