The #AskGaryVee Show

Here's a FIRE talk I did a few weeks back in New Orleans. For those that know me well you'll know that my DNA is small business and retail. I rarely do this but the second I got off the stage I told my team that this talk needed to go public ASAP. A huge thanks to the guys at BioGuard Leadership Conference for having me. For all you working in the "small business" space, this one is VERY important. 

So interesting to look back and hear what I was talking about back almost 8 years ago. A lot of my pillar messaging still holds true today but of course the context of the conversation (and the world) has changed. A really important anecdote from this talk was how the self-esteem I had for myself helped trigger me to bring that same level confidence to people curious about the wine world. This talk was given back when I was promoting my first book, 'Crush It,' and I figured it would be appropriate to share now that the 2.0 version, 'Crushed It' is on its way :) 

Self-esteem is the game, folks, and thankfully for me I was blessed with a mother who drilled that confidence in me from a very early age. It's time for us to stop focusing on what we perceive as our weaknesses or the fear of letting those around us down. At the end of the day, for all we know, there's only one shot at this, and I implore you to live a life that will lead to no regrets. It's definitely not easy but it's a north star we should all aspire to work towards. 

For those that like the more industry-focused discussions, this one's for you. 26 minutes of fire. Nothing gets me more excited than talking to industry vets about the state of the union of where the advertising industry is (as I see it), and where it's going. It's so crazy to me the disconnect between sales and reported metrics. We're living in a time where the every day practitioners, those in the ad space, are acting so much differently in their personal lives than how they're selling in their work lives.     

Had so much fun on this one with the ladies of First-Aid. I'm a huge fan of Sway in the Morning and this one was a blast. If you know me, you know I love Q&A and in this one we do a proper call-in show where I take questions from people all around the world. Here we talk personal branding, growing businesses through social, the future of digital, and the importance of listening. 

Here’s a FIRE talk I did at Twitter with Twitter employees. I hold zero punches in this one and give some tough love to a platform that’s very much responsible for my early notoriety. It pains me that Twitter hasn’t adapted much over the years and that it's not as impactful anymore (especially since I have such a large following there). In this one we go deep where I give them suggestions on how to update their platform, Periscope vs. other streaming platforms, how Twitter can beat Facebook, and how they can win the live event space.   

In this one I sit down with the face of Lacrosse, Paul Rabil. Not only is he a beast on the field but he's a very knowledgable and savvy businessman. He gets things done and it was a real pleasure to sit down with him here and continue to get to know him outside of this first chat. Here's a good glimpse into how I approach people for the first time and like all things, play for the long-term marathon, not the sprint.    

This might be the most important message I've been focusing on over the last few years. We're so good (especially in America) at exploiting eachother's weaknesses and selling us on ways to get 'better,' and I'm trying to do the reverse. I don't put out all of this content out for you to try and be like me. I'm just trying to give you the cover to use my day as a barometer for you to measure how you're building your success and happiness. At the end of the day, by knowing what you're good at and what makes you happy, and focusing all of your attention on those things, you will win. You don't need to be the best at everything. You just need to do what makes you happy.       

This was a blast of an interview I did when I was out in London for my book tour. In these 20 minutes we cover a lot, including media agencies, my thoughts on rebates, and even English "football" :) But in all seriousness, we discuss VaynerMedia's expansion plans, our move into London, media rebate investigations, and a bunch more. Check it out !! and for #MediaSnack episodes, look here: http://bit.ly/2jOcycC

28 MINUTES OF FIRE. Another episode of the call-in showwwwwwww and we go hard. In this one we tackle building platforms around influencer marketing, strategies for personal brands, and some tweaks the education system so desperately needs. 

Such an important message in this one and I would love for you guys to take a listen. This was one of the longer exchanges from the new #AGV format where the callers dial in. We went at it for 7-8 minutes and the advice I give is going to be surprising to a lot of you but the underlining message is SO important. Would love to hear what you think

For those that have been following along, you'll know that I do my best to sit down with every new VaynerMedia employee within the first few months they start working for us. Undoubtedly that gets harder and harder as we continue to grow but it's still something that's incredibly important to me to ensure I'm fostering relationships and a place of comfort for our new hires. Even if it's 5 minutes long, it's enough time to plant a seed for a healthy relationship. In this meeting you'll get a feel for how I navigate these convos and the advice I give to those looking to make an impression in their early days at the company. Take a listen and let me know what you think :)

In this one we get SUPER deep and it's not just about business and being a practitioner but it gets emotional and puts me in a place I rarely get to. My meeting here with Jordan from Craft & Commerce might just be one of the most powerful pieces of content we've ever put out. Not only do we discuss developing a business and being a leader but Jordan admits to me something incredibly personal and there's just no words to describe the way it made me feel. Intent is the game my friends and doing the right thing is just always the right thing. Drop me a line and let me know what you think about this one.

Legendary Hip Hop artist ASAP Ferg stopped by the office to talk shop and man was it a great meeting. In this one we cover the current landscape of hip hop, culture, and the chess moves musicians need to be making in order to stay current in today's digital landscape. I love how these meetings are now being documented. It's so important and allows you guys to really get sense for how I navigate conversations and new relationships.     

For those looking for specific thoughts and advice about the current digital and marketing landscape, here's a great bite-sized interview for you. It might get lost in the audio so see below for the questions being asked. Questions:  We know you’re very high on Snapchat and the potential for marketers.  Are there any best practices you see for those already on the platform?   You've always been smart about timing and where to put your chips.  What platforms are currently overpriced for performance aka the "banner ads" of platforms?  What areas are still untapped and delivering the most bang for the buck?  Similarly, any new/emerging platforms you see on the cusp of breaking out? Live video - Facebook Live, Periscope and others - where have you seen these platforms being used most successfully?  Where does the potential lie to have the most impact for brands? What’s your current view on podcasts/video podcasts? Where do they fit into a B2B or B2C marketers overall marketing plan?  

Here's my second appearance on The Breakfast Club and boy is there some FIRE. Absolutely love the hosts of this show and the conversations we get into. In this one we talk hip hop, the journey to buy the Jets, the DNA of being a winner, and the love of the chase .. check it out !! 

Another episode of the call-in shooowwwwwwww. We go deep in this one and build a ton of context around the callers' initial questions. Love, love, love this format. Would love to know what you think. Tweet at me or leave a comment on IG at @GaryVee. 

Wieden+Kennedy is one of the largest, privately owned advertising agencies in the world. It was a great honor to speak in front of their London office and please believe me when I say that this was one of my best talks yet. For those that really want to see what my pulse is like when it comes to the advertising world, this is the talk you need to watch. So much insight and fire here. Love, love, love this one. 

For those of you here that don't know, my family immigrated to the U.S. from Belarus when I was a young kid. The immigrant hustle is real and this talk will give the insight needed to understand what the struggle is like but also the advantages of being an immigrant. To me, being an immigrant is one of the fundamental reasons why I'm successful. Perspective is everything and this conversation definitely provides the perspective needed in order to make it, whether you're an immigrant or not. 

It's incredible to me that this young winner who's been recognized by the White House, the UN, and a number of other prestigious entities has been affected enough by my content and what I put out there to reach out and try to work for me. It's just so incredibly humbling and I hope that that vibe comes through in our discussion. We talk about his future, the importance of self-awareness in his upbringing, social entrepreneurship, and my advice for how he should approach his future. Love the energy coming from this kid.