From defining the difference between marketing and sales to understanding the cohesion needed between selling and delivering on the work to feeling good about what you're selling, this week was incredibly strong with some real tactical advice being deployed. If you're going to sell and be in it for the long term, you need to make sure you're doing it for the right reasons. Caring and truths will always win. There's just no other way around it. Hope you guys enjoy this week's highlights

A little while ago I got the chance to sit down with my man Chase Jarvis and talk about how to stand out when there’s so much chatter happening around you. Thumbstopping power is key right now. You need to be able to produce content that provides enough value that a consumer stops and watches your content instead of blowing right past it. Thinking you’re going to drive results within 90 days just isn’t going to happen. Deploying patience and keeping consistent, even if that consistency is in change is what you NEED to be doing if you’re trying to become successful. Give this one a listen and stick to it. DM me and let me know what you thought. :) :)

This most recent trip to London was one for the books. Stop what you’re doing right now and give this a listen! In this one I dive into why big companies are “failing” and need to start re-thinking the way they handle their marketing. Influencer marketing isn’t being utilized nearly enough, and holds so much value compared to what’s being put out today. I truly believe we’re moving towards a more voice-driven model, so listen for my thoughts on ALEXA skills & why podcasts are massively growing, my own included. You won’t want to miss this one guys. Make sure you go check out DailyVee 223 along with this. ;)

My man, professional bodybuilder and Arnold Classic winner Kai Greene co-hosted this episode with me. We sat down and chatted the importance of time management in a daily routine, making sure your priorities are in place, getting the motivation to get up and put in the work that puts you in the place you want to be (whether that’s getting to the gym in the morning or putting the work in on your brand). Not every day is going to be your best, but the only way to grow is by continuously putting the work in. LOVED answering call-in questions about what kind of clients you should be aiming for at any point in your career and how to ramp up and gain momentum. Don’t miss this one guys….It’s a BEAST. ENJOY :)

This one’s not just for every single young entrepreneur, or anyone that aspires to work at a place like VaynerMedia - it’s simply for everyone. The questions asked were incredible and stemmed from a group of young interns at VM. In this one we discuss what the most important year of my life was (it’s not what you think), the best way to work with and around your mentors and the people you look up to, taking a brick and mortar business and turning it into an online ecommerce brand, and exactly what I would have done differently if I could go back to college. Take this info to heart my friends - it's a really important talk and it would mean the world if you listened in. ENJOY !! ;)

Want to push towards success? Then take this one to heart. Everyone makes mistakes, but what you do with those mistakes is what makes you. Stop dwelling on them and use them as an example of what not to do again. Not one leader will tell you they’ve had everything go perfectly and exactly as planned. Take the shit that comes along with the riches and make your mistakes. Love this one guys, enjoy it :)

How your employees feel doesn’t depend on the free granola, or fancy amenities. Here’s what I really think about all those goodies. It narrows down to feeling safe and letting them know they have room to grow. It’s true, it really is. If your company has issues, installing a water fountain with a thousand flavors, or a beer tap isn’t going to cover it up and make everything all better. It comes down to the people and how they feel. Enjoy this one and think about what your company instills.

Young entrepreneurs listen up! This one’s for you. If you’re gonna go start a business, there’s some tips in this you’re going to want to hear. Whether you’re B2B or B2C,  building up a brand from the beginning is a delicate process, but there’s a few key insights here to make it easier. In this keynote, I talk about how culture is key to building a trusted brand, whether you should be advertising on Facebook or LinkedIN, and where I see Alexa & smart devices going. Stop rethinking your decisions & judging your moves, start betting on other people. This one’s total fire - can’t wait for you to hear it!! :)

Guys this week was on point. Between hanging with NBA star Mason Plumlee and my keynote to some young entrepreneurs in Chattanooga this content is on fire. One more thing - if you’re graduating this month, make sure to check out my thoughts on what you should really be doing after college - I can't say how important it is you utilize this info. ENJOY this and see you next week ;)

Here’s an interview with my man Aubrey Marcus, CEO of ONNIT, on his podcast. He’s a mastermind entrepreneur and fitness expert who built at $28 Million fitness brand in 5 years. I loved getting down into what makes a true entrepreneur - Staying true to your own DNA, not counting on other people to get you to that next level, and learning checking your feelings at the door, because nobody cares about you as much as you. Going to six birthday parties every week isn’t what’s going to push you ahead, so think hard about those negative patterns you’ve been set in. Make sure you tune into Aubrey’s podcast because this man knows what he’s talking about. You’re going to love it! ;)

Small business owners, this one is for YOU. The questions here stem from the BioGuard conference I spoke at a few months back and boy were they fire. If you're a small business and you're looking to grow locally then it's a no-brainer that you need to harness the huge amount of tools sitting in front of you. In this one we cover questions relating to where to get started with social media (hint, Facebook Ads and down and dirty customer data) and why you NEED to learn to build social strategies into your existing markets. Provide value and keep attention by adding to a conversation - not just jumping straight into “WE SELL THAT!” mode.  Would love to know what you guys think about this one !!

COLLEGE GRADS LISTEN UP! You’re about to enter the part of your life where you make the most opportunity for yourself. Now’s the time to get out there. Now’s the time to be willing to work for nothing and get yourself to where you need to be. Stop craving the short term gains and think about where you want to be when this window is gone. It doesn’t matter if you don’t know exactly what you want to do - it only matters that this is the 5 year window for you to attack the life that you want to win. Class is easy. Life is not. Don’t forget this one!! DM me and let’s chat.

This is what it’s all about. Whether you’re growing a brand or starting a new company, there’s only one thing in your absolute control: WORK. Practice it. Preach it. Do whatever you gotta do because it’s the single most important thing in moving forward. Sleep has nothing to do with it. Sleep as much as you can as long as you're maximizing the hours that you're awake. There’s no success without sucking it up, putting in the time and pushing yourself harder to get where you want to be. Get hyped, and get ready to make it happen !! You're in full control.

I am beyond PUMPED to bring you this one. The 4D’s is happening and this first session got me going. For those that don't know, it's a intimate day-long workshop/conference that VaynerMedia is offering throughout the year. The questions asked in this session were perfect and covered a variety of topics featured in our session. Anything from 'How to build a personal brand while balancing business,' family and your personal life, conquering the B2B space, and what to do if you’re feeling stuck and struggling. The guys in this session were incredible. Loved this one and I can’t wait for you guys to hear it! If you want to hop into a 4D session, hit us up at [email protected]!!

This week was one for the books. Between the NFL draft, John Legend and NBA star Mason Plumlee stopping by #AGV to chat about life and branding in the NBA, it just kept coming. Stay patient and confident my friends. Hope you all enjoy this week's recap. See you next week ;)

NBA star Mason Plumlee co-hosts this episode of #AGV with me and boy was it FIRE. Moving through 3 teams in 4 years, Mason touches on what diving into social media as a pro athlete is like and defends the common misconceptions of the big leagues. Such a solid dude which made for one of the all-time episodes. ENJOY ;)

Stop living in the SHORT TERM and think of what’s on the table further out. I can’t say this enough. If you want to be successful, it doesn’t matter what happens TOMORROW or NEXT WEEK. Think about what you need to happen to get you to where you want to be in 20 years and build towards that. -- ENJOY!!

This talk at USC is not only one of my most popular talks but it's one of my FAVORITES and it gets me SO HYPED. This one was interesting because I was speaking to an entrepreneurship class and I just don't think you can learn to be an entrepreneur which makes for an interesting dynamic ;) To be successful you need to be adapting but stay loyal to your strengths.  If you’re a true entrepreneur you understand the importance of taking your idea and running with it — there's no time to waste. You never know what tomorrow will bring and timing is massively important. These lessons don’t stop, no matter what stage of your career you're in.  Macro-patience vs. Micro-speed is everything. Don't dwell on your mistakes and just keep moving forward. Give this one a listen because you do not want to miss it.

This year’s SXSW was a HUGE one for me .. can’t believe it’s been 10 years already. Loved talking about the value of attention & why you NEED to stop listening to the negative people around you. The pressure is on for young entrepreneurs, but I truly believe this is the best time to be alive and going after whatever it is you want to. You never know what you’re going to get at a talk like this but because it was in Q&A format, you know I brought some FIRE. Make sure to tune in!

On this episode of #AskGaryVee, the LEGEND and Grammy Award winner John Legend stops by to talk “all of him”. We take calls about how the music industry is changing to a self-publishing world, diversifying into young markets, staying humble as an industry leader and defining expectations of others. SO much fun hanging out and having John on the show. Such an incredible guy. Hope you guys enjoy !!

Here's an interview with my homie Andy Frisella from about a year or so back. This guy brings some serious energy and we had a great chat alongside some of his boys from the way. He's the absolute model for what it means to 'Crush It' as he went out and built a massive business off the back of grit, patience, passion, and some smart branding. This one isn't for the faint of heart. Time to tune in and get fired up !!   

Another GREAT week in the books. From VaynerSports signing all-star wide receiver Braxton Miller, to a rant of mine that went viral, to #AGV with my main man and MissionU founder Adam Braun, to another week in the life of the CEO of VaynerMedia, we put some serious work in. Hope you guys enjoy this version of this week's highlights !!    

The other day while out in Austin I just got triggered. Something came over me and I needed to address it. I just can’t fathom the idea that people are listening to the negative that others are throwing their way. GUYS - we only have one shot at this. Why are we letting the poison that lives in others affect our lives? QUIT ALLOWING OTHER PEOPLE TO HINDER THE WAY YOU CHOOSE TO LIVE YOUR LIFE!!

On this episode one of my favorite humans of all-time, Adam Braun, co-hosts the showwwwwwwww with me. If you don't know, Adam is the founder of Pencils of Promise, a non-profit that's near and dear to my heart. Now he's on new "mission" with MissionU, bringing a new age thought to how we approach higher education. Such an important episode for so many reasons. Hope you guys enjoy!! 

Absolutely love this podcast !! What they've built is incredible and I'm so proud of my man Jordan and where he's come. This was from the #AGV book tour and boy did I BRING it. In this one we cover knowing when to give up, why I continue to write books, Plan A vs. Plan B, the DNA of being an entrepreneur, and so much more. Love, love, love this one - Hope you guys enjoy! http://theartofcharm.com/podcast-episodes/gary-vaynerchuk-askgaryvee-episode-494/    

Doesn't get better than this. Here's a clip from a 2009 interview where we discuss the power of personal branding, the future of media, and how technology was going to shape our lives. This is why I love documenting so much because it's incredibly fascinating to see how things play out years after. Crazy to listen to all the things that were discussed in this interview and see how they actually played. Hope you guys enjoy !! 

GUYS. This is it. This one is so incredibly important I had to share it here first. The video will be launching after this but please, take a listen and then check out the video when it goes live. So many of you are crippled by the thought of starting and I hope that this podcast and its video alleviate any concerns you have. This is the framework and I hope you guys pay attention .. Can't wait to hear what you think !! 

Absolutely love this guy. Not only does he have an incredible story but he's an incredible guy and I'm so happy that we got the chance to connect. This interview is from 2016 and it was the first time we jammed together. In this one we cover my mindset behind starting DailyVee (super interesting to hear what I was saying then and where it's come), the methods and mindset behind my content team's engine, and the connections between living a healthy lifestyle and being a successful professional. Hope you guys enjoy this one !!  http://www.richroll.com/category/podcast/

I might have different tactics when it comes to sales but don't get it twisted because I'm a salesman through and through. Sales can be interpreted as a dirty word to a lot of people but at the end of the day, a business isn't a business without them. Since I've been a kid I've been in sales, and yes, I might like look a little different than what many people think of when they think 'salesman' but that doesn't mean I'm any different which is why I love doing events like this especially with a company as notable as Salesforce. So much fun in this one and hope you guys enjoy .. especially all my people in sales out there ;) 

Absolutely love being on this show the other day. Not only is Pat McAfee an extremely successful and retired, All-Pro NFL player, but he's found a way to hack culture and build a name for himself outside of his football career. On this one we cover all things social, building the foundation of a brand, and what it takes to get things to the next level when you're in the content game. This one was an absolute blast. Hope you guys enjoy and make sure to into Pat's show !! http://www.podcastone.com/the-pat-mcafee-show  

No matter what it is in life you'll never know what can happen until you ask. I made this clip exclusively for my VIP newsletter but I thought it was important to share with everyone here ... but while we're at it, make sure to sign up for my newsletter for exclusive content, giveaways, and more (garyvee.com/GARYVIP) if you haven't yet ;) Hope you guys enjoy this sound bite. It's massively important for any of you trying to figure out how to leverage your business community to build something great. Let me know what you think !! 

Absolutely loved meeting my man Kyle and his team this past week. It was the first time we got to jam but boy did we hit if off. Make sure you keep your eyes peeled for him because his future is to no end. In this one we chat marketing, the music industry, and I just might have given him the keys to unlocking his next biggest song ; ) Tune in and let me know what you think !! 

One of my all-time favorites for a number of reasons. In this one we go real deep in this one covering Amazon's Alexa, Snapchat becoming a brand, Apple vs. Facebook, Twitter being the next Myspace, and of course, my love for Hip Hop. Had so much fun with this interview. Make sure to check it out !! 

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. 

Love these young hustlers doing their thing. Persistence is key, my friends. You don't always break through but you'll never know unless you persist. These guys had been knocking on my door for some time and they finally got to me. They visited me in NYC and we sat down to talk shop about where their business is and where they can take it. Nothing but love for how this team has approached their business and making the right chess moves to get things in motion. Make sure all you aspiring apparel company owners tune in !! 

My main man Charlamagne Tha God from 'The Breakfast Club' joins me on this episode and it .. gets .. heated. Love this man to death and I hope you all get a chance to check out his upcoming book, "Black Privilege; Opportunity Comes to Those Who Create It". On this version of the call-in show we get into it. Hope you guys enjoy this one ;) 

Another FIRE keynote coming at you and this one is jammed with 30 minutes of a monster Q&A session .. my favorite :) In this one we cover lack of confidence at an early age, re-investing in your business, buying followers on social media, Facebook ad targeting, and a ton more. Make sure you dive into this one. It's gold!! 

Here's another one-on-one with a new VaynerMedia hire. As some of you know, I do my best to sit down with new hires at VaynerMedia within their first few months of being at the company. As my schedule gets crazier and the company gets bigger this is hard to do but even a quick few minutes can make all the difference. In this one I sit down with new hire Kenny and we talk about Kenny's past, how he got hired at VM, and what I suggest he do moving forward in order to make the best of his time with us. Would love for you guys to check this one out !! 

Here's some special early access for my podcast listeners !! Later today we're releasing the short film to this audio and it's a message everybody needs to hear. Just because entrepreneurship is hot right now doesn't mean it's glamorous or for everybody. The truth is that it's hard and IT'S LONELY. When you're the head there's no blaming anybody else. When the buck stops with you, everything that's broken is your fault. I put out fires for a living. I'm a firefighter. Period. So if you're out there and you want to be a CEO or entrepreneur, you need to be ready to take all the pain that comes with it. 

Here's a throwback to an interview I did last year during my book promotion period. In this one we chat about what it means to be self-aware, understanding the mental capacity needed to be a successful entrepreneur, what it's like to look back with regrets when you're in your later years, and wrapping your head around the bigger picture in life. For those looking for some bite-sized gems, this is the one !!! 

Had SO MUCH fun at this talk last month in Vancouver. Such an incredible reception from the crowd and in general I just love heading to seeing my Canadian peeps !! Make sure you tune in for the Q&A session which is about halfway in as there's some real fire being spewed .. from AI, to startups, to the future of digital, this one hits all angles. Make sure to tune in !! 

Here's 15 minutes of straight fire (and love ;)) from my time in Toronto a few months back. For those that are close to my content, you'll know that every time I'm on the road and have some time I try my best to schedule an impromptu meetup with local fans - an opportunity for my diehards to come out, take selfies, ask questions, etc. Incredible to see how many people came out just from a picture I posted :) Love, love, love these nights and this one was definitely no different .. so much love for my Canadian peeps !! 

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this one. If any of you caught a recent DailyVee you know that I was a guest on the incredible YouTube channel, 'What's Inside.' If you don't know, they're a father and son duo who created a YouTube channel solely based on a science project they wanted to film one day. Not only have they grown that channel to more than 4 million subscribers but they are genuinely the greatest two people, incredibly smart, and I cannot wait to see what they do down the road. Unfortunately I can't say that my book 'Crush It!' influenced them directly but they are the absolute case study for what's possible in today's day and age. Would love to know what you guys think about this one !!

THIS IS THE ONE. I am so incredibly humbled and honored to be able to get to know this incredible talent Logic. Not only is he at the top of the game in his craft but he is an amazing person with the most humble of upbringings and whether or not you like hip-hop, you should definitely give this one a listen. One of the longest #AskGaryVees ever recorded and it's for good reason. Would love to know what you guys think !! 

SUCH an honor being interviewed by the one and only Linda Cohn for her podcast Mad Dog Radio!! In this one we cover all-things sports so you know my Jets get talked about :) but we also dive into my hockey and basketball fandom as well as where I see the future of the MLB going. For those looking for less business-heavy content, here's your go-to :) Hope you enjoy !

Guys ... this is it. There's no secrets. There's no formulas. Nothing worth building was done overnight. There's so many of you trying to "make it" because you've got things to prove and people to impress but if you're doing it for any other reason than for yourself, you're going to lose. I wish I could make all you youngsters know how I feel right now in my body and mind at 41. YOU'VE GOT TIME. Focus on what'll make you happy - have the right intentions - and understand that nothing worthwhile in life comes easy. Please lend this one your ears !! 

Here's 22 minutes of straight fire from my time in Brussels in February. For those that are close to my content, you'll know that every time I'm on the road and have some time I try my best to schedule an impromptu meetup with local fans - an opportunity for my die-hards to come out, take selfies, ask questions, etc. Love, love, love these nights and this one was no different. So many of my Belgian peeps came out and what ensued was epic! Check it out !! 

In this interview I sit down with the incredible Shira Lazar of 'What's Trending' to discuss all things social, company culture, personal branding, and getting things done. In this chat we cover my past failures in focusing on the short term, what it takes to build out a successful personal brand, and where I see things heading in the next 1,3,5 years.