Gary Vaynerchuk: Why Perspective Will Make or Break You

Gary Vaynerchuk did not speak a word of English when he emigrated from the former Soviet Union to the United States. He was failing school as a D and F student, and many people also expected him to fail in life. However, his optimism, drive, and work ethic are living proof that the American dream is alive. Join host Tom Bilyeu as he and the four-time New York Times best-selling author and head of VaynerMedia go deep on the magic of entrepreneurship in this episode of Impact Theory. Original air date: 5-30-17 SHOW NOTES Gary talks about keyboard activists and his lack of interest in complaining. [3:42] Tom and Gary discuss the practical mindset behind early adoption and his talent for recognizing trends. [8:02] Gary explains why he believes that work ethic is a taught behavior. [12:36] Gary communicates the values that he wants to instill into his children. [17:26] Gary describes himself as nonjudgmental and fully in love with himself and others. [22:30] Tom and Gary talk about the importance of taking full ownership for everything. [25:17] Gary shares how his mother helped to shape his personal narrative and worldview. [29:35] Gary discloses what sets him apart from other entrepreneurs and influencers. [32:52] Tom and Gary go deep on creating an incredible work culture and the power of doing good. [34:58] Gary unveils the magic of entrepreneurship and making counterintuitive choices. [39:50] Gary talks about the art of choosing the right opportunities. [43:53] Gary defines the impact that he wants to have on the world. [45:16] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at⁠ https://impacttheory.co/AG1pod.⁠ Secure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech – Go to⁠ https://impacttheory.co/aurapod⁠ to start your free two-week trial. ********************************************************************** What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... 1. STARTING a business: JOIN ME HERE: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show⁠ 2. SCALING a business: see if you qualify here: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/call⁠ 3. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠ https://tombilyeu.com/⁠ ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY & MINDSET PLAYBOOK AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ apple.co/impacttheory⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices