4MEDIA UNCUT Podcast with Eddie Maalouf & Andrew Deitsch

Doug (Founder, LeadFi) shares his transformative journey from dedicated Navy officer to innovative marketing entrepreneur. Starting with nothing but determination, Doug built his business by implementing unconventional client acquisition strategies while still on active duty—from collecting business cards at local coffee shops to cold emailing prospects during lunch breaks. Despite facing resistance from military leadership, his side hustle quickly outpaced his Navy salary, eventually generating six figures monthly. Doug's story exemplifies how military discipline and service-oriented mindset can translate into entrepreneurial success, proving that helping others achieve their goals is the fastest path to building your own empire in the digital marketing landscape.

Colin Wayne (CEO @ Wayne Enterprises Inc) joins us in this special episode hosted by Ashton Shanks, where we dive deep into his journey from being a fitness model to CEO of one of Alabama's fastest-growing companies. In this episode, Colin shares how he leveraged social media to build a multi-million dollar brand, the challenges of transitioning from influencer to entrepreneur, and the importance of maintaining inner peace while scaling a business. Colin opens up about his origin story, the early days of Redline Steel, and how he grew his company from a small operation to a manufacturing giant with over 140 employees. He also discusses the pivotal moments that shaped his career, including overcoming significant personal and professional setbacks, and his approach to dealing with failure. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or just curious about the inner workings of a successful business, this episode is packed with a lot of insight and valuable lessons. Don't miss this episode if you want to learn what it takes to succeed in today's competitive business landscape. FOLLOW COLIN: Website: https://colinwayne.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colinwayne1 X/Twitter: https://x.com/colinwayne1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinwayne1/   TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction 01:30 - Colin's Origin Story 02:07 - Leveraging Social Media for Growth 03:31 - Transition to Entrepreneurship 05:21 - Founding Redline Steel 13:50 - Meeting and Collaborating with the Host 16:19 - Marketing Strategies and Insights 20:56 - Traits of a Successful Entrepreneur 23:44 - The Pursuit of Happiness and Self-Discovery 25:19 - Life Changes and Personal Struggles 27:17 - Reflections on Loss and New Beginnings 30:38 - Reevaluating Success and Identity 35:22 - The Importance of Relationships Over Material Success 41:26 - Finding Purpose and Inner Peace 45:02 - The New Why and Future Aspirations 49:07 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://bad-marketing.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@badmarketers EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakebadads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/

Steve Tan (CEO @ Capital Club) joins us and shares his incredible journey in the digital marketing and e-commerce world. Steve has achieved hundreds of millions of dollars in online sales and tens of millions in cryptocurrency. He now runs Capital Club, one of the highest-level entrepreneur and business owner communities globally, with Luke Belmar. In this episode, Steve discusses his upbringing in Singapore, overcoming any and all challenges, and his initial passion for online gaming. He also dives into his experiences with various business ventures, the importance of diversifying income streams, and the lessons learned from setbacks. Join us as we explore Steve's path to success, the pivotal moments that shaped his career, and his advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Whether you're interested in e-commerce, cryptocurrency, or entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with valuable insights that you don't want to miss.   FOLLOW STEVE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heystevetan/ Website: https://www.stevetan.com/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/heystevetan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heystevetan/ Capital Club: https://www.capital.club/   TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction 01:11 - Steve Tan's Early Life and Upbringing 02:47 - Struggles and Turning Points 08:06 - First Steps into E-commerce 10:29 - Challenges and Lessons in Business 24:06 - Rebuilding and Success in Dropshipping 29:37 - Scaling Up and Diversification 32:15 - Live Streams and Content Distribution 32:59 - The Evolution of TikTok 35:05 - The Impact of Fame and Personal Development 36:51 - Lessons from Business Partnerships 39:47 - Materialism and Personal Growth 44:19 - Parenting and Education Insights 49:27 - Scaling Businesses and Crypto Ventures 55:40 - Building the Capital Club Community 01:03:15 - Final Thoughts and Advice We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com   FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://bad-marketing.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@badmarketers   EDDIE: Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakebadads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/

Omer Bloch and Esteban Andrade (Founders of Remote Latinos) join us in this episode to share their amazing journey from the agency world to creating a successful business. Find out how Remote Latinos became the top choice for hiring great remote talent from Latin America. In this episode, Omer and Esteban talk about the challenges they faced, the smart hiring strategies they use, and the HUGE benefits of hiring remote workers from Latin America. They also share how they keep their remote teams motivated and performing well, which is a key factor of making sure your remote team is stable. Whether you're a business owner, an HR professional, or just interested in remote work, this episode has something for you. Tune in to learn from the founders of Remote Latinos and take your hiring game to the next level! Don't miss out on this chance to hear from industry leaders. FOLLOW OMER & ESTEBAN Omer's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omerbloch/ Omer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omer-bloch Esteban's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/estenick/ Esteban's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estenick/ Remote Latinos: https://www.remotelatinos.com/ Remote Latinos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/remotelatinos/ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction 06:06 - Establishing Remote Latinos 09:00 - Living and Recruiting in Colombia 16:00 - Hiring and Training Talent 20:45 - The Role of AI in Recruitment 23:53 - Overcoming Common Hiring Mistakes 25:00 - Eddie's Hiring Hack 29:05 - Attention To Detail 39:30 - Onboarding Process and Its Importance 45:40 - The Future of Remote Latinos 54:42 - Fortune Cookie Advice & Closing We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://bad-marketing.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@badmarketers EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakebadads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/

Edward Collins (Founding Partner & Wealth Advisor of Collins Lambert, LLC) joins us to share his journey from government work to becoming a successful entrepreneur, teaching everyone about financial literacy. In this discussion, Edward talks about the importance of understanding the tax code and using strategies like home office deductions and the Augusta rule to save money. These two things are just the beginning of the sauce Edward drops on this podcast. Edward also delves into what it takes to qualify as a real estate professional and the benefits of things like cost segregation and charitable remainder unit trusts. He emphasizes the need to ask SMART questions and find creative solutions to reduce tax burdens. For the experts out there, Edward also discusses advanced techniques like leveraging bonus depreciation for non-real estate assets and earning tax credits for investments in research and development, oil and gas, and solar energy. Again, this is just the tip of the iceberg. Tune in to this episode and gain valuable insights from a seasoned wealth advisor on how to navigate the complex world of taxes and optimize your financial strategies. If you seriously want to take your tax filing game to another level, you don't want to miss this one. FOLLOW EDWARD: Website: https://www.collinslambert.com/edward-collins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYRcHiNZ3bNTxb06pMGszgA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edwardcollins_upleveled TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@edwardcollins_upleveled LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardrcollins/   TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction and Welcoming Edward Collins 0:39 - How did you get into this space? 3:01 - Doing workshops at local libraries 5:48 - Clients overpaying and starting a financial planning practice 8:55 - Going to law school for fun! 10:34 - Services and coaching ("done-for-you services") 11:36 - Content importance in today's age + social media strategy 19:19 - Tier 1, 2 & 3 Tax Strategies 20:35 - Tier 1 Example: Home Office Deductions 22:40 - Tier 2 Example: Augusta Rule 26:20 - The power of "How?" instead of "Can?" 27:10 - Tier 3 Example: Deducting Travel Expenses 29:38 - "Buy real estate, you don't have to pay any money..." True or false? + Strategies 35:30 - Deduction vs Depreciation + Passive vs Active Income 44:05 - Charitable Cause Tax Deduction 48:38 - An out-of-the-box tax strategy... 54:07 - Fortune Cookie Advice & Closing Questions We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://bad-marketing.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@badmarketers EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakebadads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/

Paul Daley (Former CEO @ Educate) joins us to share his compelling journey from agency owner to CEO of Iman Ghazi's 8-figure business. In this candid discussion, Paul opens up about the highs and lows of his career, including the tough lessons learned from running and selling his first agency. He highlights the critical importance of company culture and the impact of financial focus on business sustainability.   Paul also offers insights into his role in shaping a successful team and driving profitability over mere revenue growth. His story is not just about overcoming business challenges but also about the strategic shifts that can define a company's success. Tune in for some straightforward advice from a seasoned entrepreneur. FOLLOW PAUL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaley/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauljdaley/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction and Welcoming Paul 1:19 - How did you get into the agency space? 2:38 - Why would you leave a $100k/mo agency? 6:00 - Having a “sellable business” 12:31 - Moving to Joel Kaplan's team 14:49 - Lessons from Joel's Operational Style 17:16 - Sales Manager > COO > CEO, what were your responsibilities? 20:34 - CEO vs COO and how they're different 25:25 - What did you learn from Iman? 29:18 - Eddie vs Paul on core values & mission statement 39:00 - Let's dig into the acquisition info side… 44:35 - What happens in the sales funnel? + Sales resistance 49:42 - Top 3 things people need to do in the info product space 01:04:38 - What's next for Paul? 01:08:54 - Fortune Cookie Advice + Closing Questions   We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com   FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://4media.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@badmarketers EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakebadads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/  

Tyler Smith (CGO @ Timeline) is a visionary in the ecom and digital marketing industry. In this episode, Tyler shares his journey from his early days in corporate sales to becoming a leading figure in online retail management. He discusses the challenges and successes of expanding services to major platforms like Amazon and managing high-impact Facebook ad campaigns.   Tyler reveals his approach to building strong partnerships, securing multi-million dollar investments, and how his strategies propel business growth. He also emphasizes the importance of brand longevity and adapting to consumer needs, which have been crucial in navigating the competitive e-commerce landscape.   Join us as Tyler offers invaluable insights into leveraging digital platforms for business success and the importance of strategic innovation in today's fast-paced market. This isn't a podcast you should miss if you're looking for answers in the ecom industry. FOLLOW TYLER: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-smith-5415752a/ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction of guest Tyler Smith 01:46 - Tyler discusses the beginning of his e-commerce career 04:00 - Transition from corporate sales to managing Facebook ads for local businesses 06:00 - Expansion of services to Amazon sellers and overcoming challenges 07:00 - Launching and failing with new product lines; learning from customer feedback 10:00 - Strategic discussions on market testing and product adjustments 18:00 - HyperIce products & development + marketing strategies 29:20 - Securing major sports league partnerships and endorsements 32:13 - Transitioning out of HyperIce, exiting Clovo 33:05 - Eddie's personal push into the food industry 38:00 - Personal reflections on career transitions and new initiatives 42:05 - FDA GRAS + science behind the product 48:35 - Securing the BAG for an upcoming project... 57:00 - The most important asset = YOUR TEAM 58:19 - Top three things that will grow your brand? 1:08:34 - Fortune Cookie Advice 1:12:25 - How to connect with Tyler! 1:14:00 - "Extended Cut," extra questions for Eddie...   We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com   FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://bad-marketing.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing   EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakeBADads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/

We're back with the THIRD episode of Eddie's brother, Arab, the fearless YouTuber who dives headfirst into the world's riskiest places to bring back stories that blow your mind. Arab's not your typical traveler; he's out there making friends with people in dangerous slums and even spending days with the Mexican cartel. His adventures are wild, but getting them on YouTube? That's a whole other story, thanks to all the rules about what you can and can't show. In this episode, Arab deep dives on how he turns his adrenaline-pumping experiences into viral videos that millions watch. We talk about the fine line between creating content that's real and raw versus keeping it safe for the web. Arab shares his struggles and successes, giving us a peek into his life as a creator who's always pushing the limits. Tune in to hear all about Arab's journey, the behind-the-scenes of making content that stands out, and how he manages to keep his cool when things get super intense. It's a conversation filled with laughs, insights, and a few edge-of-your-seat moments that you won't want to miss. FOLLOW ARAB: Instagram: https://instagram.com/arab Twitter: https://twitter.com/yourfellowarab ArabUncut: https://www.arabuncut.com/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 2:10 - Arab's YouTube numbers are crazy... 5:50 - What does Arab do for his content? 7:24 - Arab's experience living with the Mexican Cartel. 12:22 - Interviewing an actual hitman for 90 minutes. 19:51 - The difficulty of managing a business while trying to remain creative. 23:52 - Arab reflects on the challenge of leading a team as a creative individual. 32:34 - Selling BAD Marketing?! + future creative plans. 42:20 - What is Arab's next plan? + Eddie's prediction. 45:27 - The challenges of figuring out what to censor for YouTube guidelines. 48:10 - Shorts/analytics, splitting channels & why it's not a good idea. 55:14 - Closing thoughts. We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com   FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://bad-marketing.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing   EDDIE: Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakeBADads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/

Zach Schubert (Founder of Agency Domain) is a trailblazer in the SEO and e-commerce world. As the co-founder of Qera Marketing, Zach shares his unconventional journey into the realm of digital marketing and agency ownership. From his initial reluctance to work directly with clients to his innovative approach of leveraging freelance talent, Zach's story is one of creativity, adaptability, and strategic foresight. Diving deep into the intricacies of SEO for e-commerce, Zach offers invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by the evolving landscape of digital marketing. He discusses the critical importance of content creation, strategic backlinking, and the potential impacts of AI on future SEO practices. With a special focus on his unique strategy for client acquisition through Instagram DMs and the power of community in the agency world, this episode is packed with actionable advice for both e-commerce and agency professionals. Whether you're navigating the complexities of agency growth, looking to enhance your SEO strategy, or simply interested in the entrepreneurial journey, Zach's expertise and innovative approaches provide a roadmap for success in today's digital ecosystem. Join us as we explore the journey of becoming an agency owner, the significance of SEO in e-commerce, and the value of community and strategic partnerships in achieving remarkable growth. FOLLOW ZACH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyzachschubert/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/heyzachschubert LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heyzachschubert/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@heyzachschubert Agency Domain: https://discord.gg/agencydomain   TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 1:52 - Zach's Agency Journey, Personal Life + The Power of SEO 5:00 - Zach's decision to move to freelancing + barber app 6:32 - Building an agency with a unique business model 8:16 - “I didn't want to work with clients…” + arbitraging talent 11:08 - Boosted IG stories were… successful? 14:12 - SEO tactics, optimization, content creation & backlinking. 20:12 - Predictions on the future of SEO & AI 23:15 - Does the quality or quantity of traffic from backlinks matter? 24:15 - Why I chose ads over SEO as a service… 25:25 - Niche products and the speed of seeing SEO results 29:00 - Advice for agency owners 31:39 - The importance of investing time in people for agency owners 35:26 - The impact of community in the agency world 37:14 - How to connect with Zach and learn more about SEO We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://4media.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakebadads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/

Jared Curry and Matt Shields, the young minds behind Estate AI, share their inspiring story from navigating early challenges in the marketing world to establishing a powerhouse agency. Their journey from newcomers to achieving significant monthly revenue showcases the blend of bold strategy and innovative thinking essential for success in today's digital landscape.  In this episode, we explore how Jared and Matt harnessed the power of effective content, strategic risk-taking, and visionary leadership to catapult Estate AI into a leading position. As both Jared and Matt present their insights into their approach to digital marketing and agency growth, they explain the importance of perseverance, strategic innovation, and the drive to constantly push the boundaries of success. FOLLOW JARED: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialjaredcurry/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@officialjaredcurry LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelkjordan/ FOLLOW MATT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialmattshields/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mattshieldssmma LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-shields-12292316a ESTATE AI: https://estate-ai.com/   TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 02:17 - Agency Growth Introduction 03:17 - Jared's History + Inspiration 05:11 - Launch and Evolution of Their Agency 06:05 - Overcoming Educational and Career Hurdles 07:03 - Mentorship and Starting the Agency 08:53 - Turning Point and Desperation 11:09 - Expanding Business Network and Coaching 13:09 - Sergio's Event / Setting Goals and Making Commitments 16:00 - Strategic Growth and Acquisitions 18:37 - How did you generate leads? + Pumping money into ads 21:30 - "Let me tell a quick story..." 23:37 - What are you going to regret more? 25:14 - Client Retention and Community Building 28:10 - Future Ventures and Personal Growth 34:35 - Closing Remarks and Future Directions We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://4media.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakeBADads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/

Joel Kaplan (CEO, Agency Lab) shares his journey from facing tough times creating content to hitting it big with viral hits, which led him to take charge at Agency Lab. Known for turning smart ideas into big online trends, Joel's move from making content on his own to becoming a key player in online marketing shows just how much you can achieve with the right content and a never-give-up attitude. Having become a pro at making content that everyone talks about, Joel now uses his skills to push Agency Lab to the forefront, creating new wins for their clients. In this talk, we get into Joel's path to becoming well-known online, the smart moves behind his ability to create hit content, and why he decided to lead Agency Lab. Join us to get the lowdown on making it big with content in today's digital world, straight from Joel Kaplan.   FOLLOW JOEL: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@officialjoelkaplan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialjoelkaplan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialjoelkaplan Agency Lab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agencylab.io TIMESTAMPS: 1:56 - Intro + their relationship 4:44 - Joel hitting $1M a month, imposter syndrome 5:50 - Content is VALUABLE 8:05 - Turning off ads to create content. 10:33 - "I was really bad at content..." 12:00 - How much do you focus on content? 14:27 - Where you should start when creating content. 21:10 - Purchasing power of social media followers. 25:09 - Character matters. Do you WANT to go viral? 31:03 - How to tap into your emotions for content. 33:40 - Followers = "Virtual Network" 36:12 - How to stand out when making content. 40:55 - "One of my biggest regrets..." 41:25 - What IS content? 44:44 - The more you give, the more your brand grows. 46:26 - Driving vs. Converting in content. 51:20 - Different directions when making content. 53:47 - Here is why you should make a podcast. 56:52 - What is Joel doing in the next 12 months? 1:03:11 - Harder to get coaches as you scale. 1:04:52 - All of Joel's courses are free! + Outro We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://4media.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/iMakeBADAds Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/  

TRY OPENSEND FOR FREE! - https://opensendinc.partnerlinks.io/fs7yi52v11by Francesco Gatti joins Eddie Maalouf to reveal how his innovative software is revolutionizing the e-commerce landscape. Francesco's journey from Milan to California led to the creation of this game-changing software that's reshaping how e-commerce businesses target and engage customers. This software is not just a tool; it's a powerhouse, driving up to 40x returns for online stores and redefining digital marketing strategies. With Eddie, Francesco delves into the transformative power of this technology they've incorporated into this software, which combines identity resolution and advanced targeting to unlock new potentials in customer engagement. They also discuss the challenges of transitioning from traditional business to tech innovation and Francesco's vision for the future of e-commerce. For anyone intrigued by the insane returns this software makes, this episode is packed with insights. Discover how Francesco's software is setting a new standard in the industry. FOLLOW FRANCESCO: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/f-gatti/   TIMESTAMPS: 00:04 - Podcast Start 00:35 - Sponsoring Agency Founders + Ridiculous Numbers 01:45 - Where did you come from/what are you doing? 03:00 - Moving from an agency to a software 04:12 - How did the conversation start to make the software? 05:36 - What is the core function of the software? 07:28 - What information does the software pull? 08:55 - The tech behind the software 10:24 - Email opening percentage + is it spam? 18:11 - Retargeting & the insane ROI 19:10 - Is this legal? 19:54 - Upcoming/new features of the software 24:28 - What is the software called? 26:34 - Focusing on the user experience We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://4media.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/

Jordan Bazouzi (Founder, Nu Reach Media) shares his story of working a 9-5 job as a welder to now owning a 6 figure/mo Marketing Agency in just 3 years. Jordan has spent over $200,000 investing in himself to constantly learn and grow. This amount of learning and knowledge has made his company grow insanely fast in such a short amount of time. He is a true believer in himself and his mind. This was an amazing and inspirational episode, so we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. FOLLOW JORDAN: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bazouzii/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JordanBazouzi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jordanbazouzii   TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 00:55 - Podcast Start 01:25 - Who is Jordan Bazouzi? 04:13 - How Jordan Started his Agency 07:42 - It's EASY to Save Money 13:30 - COVID-19 (Making a Pivot) 17:30 - Biggest Keys to get to 6 figures/mo 22:41 - Investing in Yourself 29:48 - Working Remote vs in Office 30:51 - Hardest Part of Running a SMMA 32:33 - How Jordan gets Clients 36:16 - BAD ASS Marketing Campaigns  40:22 - Future Plans 44:28 - Fortune Cookie Advice We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://4media.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@badmarketing EDDIE: Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@eddiemaalouf

Michael Jordan (Partner at BAD Marketing) shares how he got started in the digital marketing world and found success selling on Amazon. He now runs the Amazon Department at BAD where he and the team deliver results for clients that leave even the Amazon reps speechless. After leaving his corporate job in 2017 and launching several of his own brands, Michael also started an agency that was eventually acquired and merged into BAD Marketing. In this episode, we discuss his journey so far and some why he chose to sell his agency to join forces with BAD Marketing. FOLLOW MICHAEL: Instagram: https://instagram.com/_mjordan Twitter: https://twitter.com/bizlikemike LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelkjordan/     TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 01:28 - Who is MJ? 04:45 - What does MJ do at BAD? 07:47 - Becoming Elite at E-commerce in High School 10:09 - Print on Demand Company After High School 17:30 - Starting to Sell on Amazon 27:00 - CEO stress 28:20 - Starting Amazon Private Label shop 29:33 - Becoming a Digital Nomad 34:25 - Moving to Denver/ Lifestyle 36:07 - Stress from Running his own Agency 37:25 - Talks with Eddie 39:53 - Do it by myself or do it with a team? 41:43 - Amazon Advice/ Tactics 55:42 - Unprocessed value 56:17 -  Fortune cookie advice   We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://4media.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Justin Phillips (Founder The Last eCom Co) shares his journey to making MILLIONS on Social Media, from starting a HBCU clothing brand, to creating Organic Content, to his perspective on investing in information. His passion for teaching and marketing has resulted in him running several successful 6 and 7-figure brands as well as consulting brands of the same size and larger. He is an absolute beast in sales, marketing, and the mastery of Ecom. His marketing strategies have been seen in major campaigns and partnerships with NBA, Shopify, NBA2k, and a ton of other multi billion-dollar brands. Aside from his dedication to giving back, Justin is an avid reader and finds joy in expanding his own knowledge base so that he can share the wealth with others. His passion for reading has undoubtedly contributed to his vast understanding of entrepreneurship and his ability to inspire and educate others.   FOLLOW JUSTIN: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinp/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ecomjustinp Workshop: https://www.lastecomworkshop.com/optin-598929031689042143797   TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 01:30 - Podcast Start 3:26 - How he started his HBCU Clothing Brand 6:09 - Influencer Marketing 13:30 - Selling the Brand 14:40 - Gaining Followers on Social Media 16:58 - Organic vs Paid Ads 18:14 - Instagram Shoutouts 27:07 - How he runs his Webinars/ Coaching calls 34:17 - How Justin tries to be Profitable 36:30 - His Goal with Coaching 37:08 - Where his Mindset came from 41:01 - Advice to Start your own Business 42:48 - Investing in Information 48:30 - Fortune Cookie Advice We rebranded our marketing agency from 4Media to BAD Marketing. If you would like to work with us, please apply at: https://www.badmarketing.com FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/ Join Our Team: https://4media.breezy.hr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@eddiemaalouf

Louis Leindenfrost (Founder, Carte Blanche) shares how he blew up the brand, getting influencers to wear it, and future plans for Carte Blanche. The success of Carte Blanche is a story like no other. In such a short amount of time the brand has been able to sell out EVERY SINGLE DROP thanks to Louis's discipline and strategy.  Celebrities like Rick Ross and Todd Gurley have been seen sporting the brand frequently, which has given the business a significant boost. Louis has a distinct perspective on how his company can achieve even greater success by taking the  name brand approach like LV and Gucci have taken in the past and still hold onto to this day. If you're interested in building a successful clothing brand and everything that goes into it behind the scenes then you're going to love the knowledge that's dropped in this episode. FOLLOW LOUIS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisleidenfrost/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/LeidenfrostL Carte Blanche: www.shopcarteblanche.com Carte Blanche IG: https://www.instagram.com/carteblanchesupply/?hl=en   TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro  01:47 - Podcast Start 03:03 - First Steps into the Grind 07:54 - Finding Suppliers on Etsy 10:11 - Starting an Ad Agency 11:48 - What was ‘Print Your Songs'  14:41 - Business acquisition/uv printing 17:03 - Transition to Now 18:19 - Start of Carte Blanche 21:55 - First Clothing Drop 25:51 - Getting Big Influencers to Wear it 29:43 - Reselling the Products 31:12 - What Role is Carte Blanche Filling in the Fashion Industry 35:11 - Mistakes Made in Starting the Brand 37:07 - Ad Strategy 39:25 - Pricing of Carte Blanche 41:20 - What's the Plan for the brand? 44:48 - Discipline in Business 48:02 - Discipline outside of Business 52:24 - Fortune Cookie Advice   FOLLOW BAD Marketing: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BAD.Marketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/ Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/

BREAKING NEWS: 4Media and Hemon have MERGED to form BAD MARKETING!  In this episode of the all new BAD Marketing Podcast, Eddie Maalouf (Founder of 4Media Marketing) and Ashton Shanks (Founder - Hemon Media Group) sit down with Andrew Deitsch (Creative Director - 4Media) to discuss why they merged, why they chose this crazy name, and the future of the company.  Get ready for BAD things moving forward! THE AGENCY FOUNDERS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theagencyfounders Website: http://theagencyfounders.com/ FOLLOW ASHTON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashton.shanks/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AshtonShanks   TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 00:27 - Why We Merged 04:58 - BAD Name Change 09:58 - Client View of the Merger 12:17 - Future for HemonX 15:10 - Services Overview 18:20 - Moving on/Final Thoughts FOLLOW BAD: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/ Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Ryan Magin (Shortform Content Expert) shares the keys to virality on social media. He has worked with Alex Hormozi, Ryan Pineda, Grant Cardone, and more and he teaches rapid content production skills & how to monetize content through being a personal brand.  Fun Fact about Ryan, is that he is the man who started the “Hormozi Caption Craze” (caption style) and because of his work through that he has built a highly successful editing business.  In the past year, Ryan and his team has created over 1,000 pieces of viral content for people's personal brands. His approach to video editing has more to do with psychology than anything else, and that concept is the reason his team can create so many captivating viral videos in such a short window of time. In this episode, Ryan shares his approach to interviewing people, challenges the notion of niche content, and how he goes viral over and over again. FOLLOW RYAN: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanmagin/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.magin? YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ryan-magin   TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 01:40 - Podcast Start 2:50 - Paying for a Seat at the Table 9:28 - Who is Ryan Magin? 17:57 - Why Conversation Content Does Better 23:13 - Views vs Followers 25:30 - Attachment to the Person not the Business  28:24 - Value Based Followers vs Bulk Followers 34:10 - Dictating How Videos will be Received  40:31 - Burner Accounts + Podcast Clips 49:03 - Document Style Content 52:00 - The Cost of a Videographer 58:50 - Struggles with Editors 1:09:35 - Team Building/ Gender Differences 1:17:50 - Different Types of Editors 1:20:39 - Ways to get Editing Jobs 1:25:51 - Advice for New Editing Agencies 1:45:27- Ryan's Fortune Cookie Advice   FOLLOW 4MEDIA: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/ Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Mina Elias, founder of Trivium Group, joins us this episode to discuss his journey with his previous projects, which eventually led him into making his own Amazon advertising agency.  Mina was born in Egypt and moved to Dubai at a young age. His parents sought better opportunities and a brighter future for their family, and Dubai seemed like the perfect place to find them. Growing up in Dubai, Mina developed a passion for supplements and fitness. He became an expert in the field, leveraging his engineering background to scale his own supplement brand. As Amazon continues to dominate the e-commerce landscape, the demand for expert Amazon advertising agencies will only grow. Mina has proven to understand the game, and that makes him one of the best to be in the space. FOLLOW MINA: Trivium Group: https://triviumco.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrbS0KD_OE2516ZLut1VYGw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mina-elias-52313772/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theminaelias/   TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Podcast Intro 1:33 - Introduction of Mina Elias and his background 2:38 - Starting an Amazon advertising agency 3:22 - The value of consulting and charging for time 10:40 - The benefits and challenges of consulting and managing clients 12:38 - “Trivium Tribe SOLVED This” 15:37 - How Mina started Trivium Group 18:10 - The biggest spenders in Amazon advertising 20:32 - Twitch Ads & Ninja's Mixer Deal 26:02 - UFC fighters getting paid more on Twitch / UFC vs Boxing 29:26 - Mina's background and move to the United States 30:44 - Building a community based on shared cultural background 32:24 - Eddie's Lebanese online community in the works 35:22 - The wealth gap and economic disparities in the Middle East 40:03 - The importance of connections and support within the Lebanese community 49:04 - Mina's challenges as an immigrant 1:00:36 - When Mina got into MMA 1:02:10 - Hiring and creating a positive work environment 1:07:31 - The challenges of managing a growing agency 1:14:04 - “Amazon is changing so much…” 1:23:19 - Seeking guidance/advice from mentors & industry experts 1:26:13 - The value of paying for expertise and consulting services 1:28:25 - Wrapping up the conversation + Fortune Cookie Advice FOLLOW 4MEDIA: YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChX4gP8T7zOKCTw4UDRkb6w Website: https://4media.marketing/ Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

JB Brown (M&A Investor/ Advisor) is a billion-dollar business titan that has driven many companies to unprecedented heights of success. His remarkable track record includes selling over a billion dollars in products and services, as well as brokering deals worth over $200 million in various businesses. With a diverse portfolio and expertise across multiple industries, JB has emerged as a prominent industry thought leader and highly sought-after consultant.  In this episode, he shares his story of realizing that money alone doesn't guarantee happiness. Despite achieving financial success in his career, he felt very unhappy and unsatisfied. This made him start a journey of self-discovery to find out what truly brings joy and fulfillment in life. FOLLOW JB: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourbuddyjb LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jb-jonathan-brown-0988107/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realjbbrown/ Website: https://meetjb.com   TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction 3:00 - JB's early entrepreneurial experiences  8:00 - JB's experience in the fraternity and throwing profitable events  14:00 - Working for Enterprise Rent-A-Car  30:00 - The impact of COVID-19 on e-commerce + buying/selling businesses  38:00 - Personal Struggles and Finding Hope  43:00 - The importance of environment and mindset in business  45:00 - The role of mergers and acquisitions in business growth  48:00 - The personal side of selling a business / factors to consider 54:00 - The impact of selling a business on personal life and relationships  57:00 - Maslow's hierarchy of needs and the relationship between money and happiness 1:04:23 - The importance of finding joy and fulfillment  1:10:45 - Understanding your goals and values  1:13:31 - The concept of opportunity cost  1:19:16 - The mindset and characteristics of successful entrepreneurs  1:23:19 - Having different circles of friends  1:28:16 - Key metrics that investors look for in an exit  1:37:19 - Tax Strategies when Selling a Business  1:47:45 - Structure & Value of a GOOD Deal  1:49:11 - Tax implications & potential gains of holding stock 1:53:20 - Fortune Cookie Advice  FOLLOW 4MEDIA: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/ Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Will Rivera (@willchangelives) shares how he went from working in an  Amazon warehouse to becoming an ecommerce legend. His rags to riches story is a true inspiration. From how he got arrested to inspiring millions of people online, Will is a true testament that hard work and dedication can change your life. Over the past few years Will has taken the ecommerce industry by storm with his positive attitude alongside the value he has provided to young entrepreneurs. If you've been on social media, you've most likely seen his face, as he has amassed a following of over half a million just on Instagram alone! Recently he has started to venture into other entrepreneurial spaces such as his gym and his multi-family apartment building. He truly is taking over and building a legacy that will last a lifetime. FOLLOW WILL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willchangelives Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNJm-QbohaMzH-YTe6LyqSg Gym: https://www.richandfitclub.com/ Ecom Degree University: https://www.ecomdegreeworkshop.com/learnold46268814   TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 1:30 - Podcast Start 3:14 - Who is Will? 8:50 - Making the Decision to Drop Out of School 10:02 - Starting Side Hustles 12:13 - the Most Money He Made From Dropshipping 17:11 - Meeting Neo Davis/Learning Webinars 24:35  - Adding Upsells to His Webinar 38:41 - Investing in His Business 39:02 - the Impact of Ad Spend 41:55 - Knowing When to Cut Losses 42:45 - Reflecting on His Journey and the Success He Has Achieved 45:51 - Buying an Apartment Building 55:34 - Plans to Create His Own Software 57:31 - Managing His Real Estate Properties 1:00:10 - Impact of Owning an Apartment in His Business 1:15:53 - Fortune Cookie Advice   FOLLOW 4MEDIA: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/ Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

John Goss + Austin Dixon (Adegen Hair Loss) share their revolutionary product line, spreading hope and confidence to anyone who is suffering from hair loss. During this episode John shares his journey of developing the adegen protocol, why other solutions on the market don't actually work, & the trials of taking a product to market. John was voted “best hair” in his senior high school yearbook, but by the time he was a freshman in college, he had already started losing his hair. He suffered a massive hit to his confidence, and started trying everything on the market possible to bring his hair back. He started traveling the world, consulting with doctors, and even going through multiple hair transplants to bring his hair back. After spending 100s of thousands of dollars of his own money to figure out a cure, he finally discovered a system that worked for him. He eventually brought this product to market through adegen and brought Austin onboard to help with the digital marketing and ecommerce side. Since recording this episode, both Eddie and Andrew have noticed dramatic results after using the Adegen products regularly, and have been blown away by the results. FOLLOW ADEGEN: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adegen/ Adegen Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2291338267626879   TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Podcast Intro 3:50 - What is Adegen? 5:50 - John's story 10:15 - John's experience with OTCs 12:15 - How hair loss affects you mentally 17:20 - Hair Transplants ARE NOT Permanent 20:26 - Adegen was formed out of Desperation 22:18 - World changing companies were all startups  26:18 - Big Pharma 33:30 - Technological Advances/ conspiracies 36:43 - John shares friend's testimonial  41:20 - John discovering e-commerce 43:08 - Realizing his product could be sold 46:00 - Abundant thinking, saving vs spending 47:33 - “I was gonna end up homeless on the beach.” 52:10 - John packaging Adegen on his own 55:18 - How Austin joined John 57:12 - Austin's story 1:05:40 - Launching Adegen and starting the FB group 1:07:05 - John's “Pursuit of Happiness” Moment 1:08:06 - Adegen's Covid struggles and starting a company 1:11:23 - Huge day of sales, John's aha moment 1:20:14 - The Key to Hair Treatment 1:21:25 - What causes hair loss? 1:23:53 - Why Finasteride and Minoxidil don't work 1:25:52 - ARB approach 1:33:23 - FDA compliance 1:36:54 - The future of Adegen 1:38:46 - The Purpose of the Dermaroller 1:41:47 - Andrew & Eddie pledge to take the challenge  1:47:45 - The growth customers have had 1:49:42 - Fortune Cookie Advice FOLLOW 4MEDIA: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/ Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Kieran O'Brien (Founder, MediaKits & ShopGenie) talks about his journey in the auto repair industry, successful approaches to fundraising, and invaluable lessons learned from his experiences in selling his companies. He started his first company at 16 and has since sold MediaKits, a consumer SaaS platform for influencers and personalities. Now, he has found a new venture and launched a platform named ShopGenie.io, a brand new platform focused on data analytics for the automotive industry. Kieran's vision is to build a massive long-term business and create a platform that changes the face of the industry. Kieran is passionate about cars and marketing and has always tried to combine these two passions in his businesses. At one point, he was the top competitor with 4Media's Auto Marketing Team in the space. Since then, he has become great friends with Eddie and the rest of the 4Media team. FOLLOW KIERAN: Website: https://www.kieranobrien.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kieranobrien/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kieran-o-2522a9125/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kieranobrienofficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KieranOBrien1 Kieran's New Business: https://www.shopgenie.io/   TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction 00:59 - Success in the automotive marketing space 03:07 - Selling his companies 04:25 - The inevitability of Mediakits.com's acquisition 09:03 - Kieran's new venture 12:29 - Fundraising 13:13 - The importance of smart money versus dumb money 15:22 - Investors need to ride or die with the business 19:59 - ShopGenie 24:29 - The success of Shop Accelerator 27:24 - Leaving Shop Accelerator 31:57 - Building proprietary AI tools and revolutionizing the auto repair industry 32:58 - Kieran's long-term plan for ShopGenie 35:00 - The importance of identifying opportunities and taking action 38:08 - Building something impactful versus building something quickly to flip 41:27 - Financial discipline and leadership 42:24 - The value of having a corporate background 43:00 - The LifeTime Fitness gang! 44:49 - The importance of seeking out mentors 48:52 - Kieran's Fortune Cookie Advice 50:57 - Outro FOLLOW 4MEDIA: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/ Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Luc Simmons & Nikola Stojanovic (Partners, 4Media London) share how they scaled and sold their agency to 4Media, what the acquisition process was like, and what it's like growing up in Serbia and the UK. After meeting online, Luc and Nik partnered up to create a digital marketing agency. After years of running a successful business, they were approached by Eddie to talk about what it would look like to be acquired. Now they run 4Media London, a European based team that works hand in hand with our US team to deliver incredible results for even more clients in the ecommerce space. In this episode, they talk about their personal journey in the space and the process behind being acquired by a larger company. The guys also discuss refunds and managing client expectations, how to successfully launch a product, how to blow up a brand without good content, and the benefits of Email + SMS in 2023. You don't want to miss this episode, make sure to follow Luc and Nik below! Thanks again to the guys for flying all the way from UK and Serbia to be on the podcast. FOLLOW LUC: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucsimmons/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luc_simmons LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luc-simmons-590232184/ FOLLOW NIKOLA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikolastojanovic3/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikola-stojanovic3/   TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction 1:55 - Podcast Start 2:14 - Who is Luc and Nikola? 4:40 - Difference in accents and slang 6:18 - How they started working together 11:14 - Roasting Eddie Maalouf on His Birthday 14:34 - Making content vs going to the gym 15:22 - The Benefits of Working with Coaches 17:40 - Flow Media Group's Journey to Success 23:58 - Negotiating Partnership and Employee Equity in a Business 25:21 - Roast Night at the Office 28:44 - Eddie's Late Start to the Day 30:02 - Time Zone Differences 31:19 - First Trip to Buc-ee's 36:53 - Modern Technology in Serbia 43:09 - Client Refund Negotiation 47:24 - Resolving a Misunderstanding with a Client 49:57 - Client Concerns and Troubleshooting Ad Account Issues 58:18 - Working with a Client to Create a Successful Product Launch 59:52 - A Client Who Disappeared and Never Came Back 1:07:47 - Services to Blow Up a Brand with No Professional Photos 1:10:34 - The Benefits of Utilizing Email and SMS Marketing for Ecommerce Brands 1:16:35 - Last Agency Founders Experience and Acquisitions 1:24:23 - Merging Businesses: Pros and Cons 1:28:47 - Eddie's Proposal to Partner with Nikola & Luc 1:43:16 - Acquisition of Flow Media 1:46:48 - Benefits of Establishing Work Hours for Remote Teams 1:48:24 - Acquiring Talent for an Agency 1:49:53 - The Benefits of Keeping Existing Systems and Processes 1:57:31 - Exploring Opportunities in the US and Serbia 2:05:20 - Benefits of Having a Physical Product for Ecommerce Agencies 2:20:15 - Quitting Law School and Pursuing Digital Marketing 2:22:19 - How Nikola Made $1,500 to Come to America 2:24:52 - Making Money in Serbia at 19 Years Old 2:33:47 - Exploring Automation and AI 2:36:38 - Licensing Rice Krispies in Serbia?! 2:38:55 - Fortune Cookie Advice   FOLLOW 4MEDIA: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/ Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE: Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW: Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Jaylen LaGrande (CEO of 3:16 Collection and Million Dollar Brands) comes on the podcast to discuss his success and struggles as a business owner. He started his career eleven years ago with a brand called Religious Expressions, selling t-shirts through multiple brands. Over the last three years, 3:16 Collection has made about 6 million in sales, transitioning from brick and mortar to ecommerce. Through Million Dollar Brands, Jaylen teaches people how to identify problems and create solutions through their clothing brands, emphasizing the importance of community building. 3:16 Collection has gone from selling just T-shirts to a full-scale clothing line including joggers, backpacks, jewelry, accessories and (soon to release) sneakers. He emphasizes that he wanted something unique to him as a believer and fashion lover, and something on the next level. He believes that his brand stands out from other Christian t-shirt companies due to the quality of the garments and the unique design process. It takes a lot of effort to create a successful brand, and Jaylen has done just that for his products. FOLLOW JAYLEN: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaylenlagrande/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/JaylenLaGrande Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaylenlagrande 3:16 Collection: https://www.316collection.com Million Dollar Brands: https://jaylenlagrande.shop TIMESTAMPS: 0:00:00 - Who is Jaylen LaGrande & 3:16 Collection? 0:03:46 - Creating a Faith-Based Fashion Brand: The Story of 3:16 Collection 0:05:26 - Exploring the Process of Building an Apparel Brand 0:11:10 - The Unexpected Success of a Risky Design Idea 0:12:17 - How a $0.38 Investment Led to a 200K Month Business 0:16:15 - Challenges of Balancing Business Roles and Growing a Company 0:20:05 - Refocusing Efforts for Company Growth 0:23:36 - Scaling a Business Through Brick and Mortar and Digital Advertising 0:27:40 - Analysis of the Stimulus Mentality During the COVID Pandemic Rush 0:29:10 - Exploring Success during the Pandemic 0:30:44 - Exploring International Expansion for Apparel Business 0:38:46 - Logistics Challenges in Starting a Clothing Brand 0:40:07 - Tips for Starting a Brand 0:43:21 - How to Launch a Brand with Just One Product 0:44:26 - Investing in Apparel Manufacturing and the Current State of the Industry 0:47:30 - Exploring the Benefits of Exclusivity and Storytelling in the Clothing Industry 0:55:10 - Discussion on Hiring Laws and Company Culture 0:56:54 - Discussion on Unfair Hiring Practices and Discrimination 1:02:55 - The Need for Updated Laws Regarding Hiring Practices 1:08:41 - Finding Balance in Business   FOLLOW 4MEDIA: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/ Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Neal Karski, CEO of Patient Engine, talks about his experience running a marketing agency from the middle of the woods in Blue Ridge, Georgia. He explains how he came to this lifestyle choice and how he has been able to build a successful agency while living in such a remote location. Karski also encourages people to invest in themselves and to fall in love with who they are. He speaks of the importance of making changes in order to be happier with oneself. FOLLOW NEAL: Work with Patient Engine: https://www.patientengine.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nealkarski/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00:00  Intro 0:01:20 Podcast Start 0:02:05   Living in Blue Ridge 0:03:49   Exploring the Benefits of Gun Shooting and Social Media Advertising 0:05:54   Body Sculpting: Understanding the Benefits of Coaching for High ROI 0:08:29   Bridging the Gap Between Sales and Marketing for Successful Clients 0:10:27  Building an Agency and Putting Strategies into Practice 0:17:14  Agency Lab and Branding for Patient Engine 0:19:11  Rebranding and Investing in Business Growth 0:21:16  Learning the Intangibles of Business and Core Values 0:25:16  Scaling a Business from Inception to $100K in Seven Months 0:27:49   Moving to Blue Ridge, Georgia and Automating Lead Conversion 0:33:31   Investing in Paid Ads and Growing from 10 to 150 Clients 0:35:41   Discussion of Key Marketing Strategies for Agency Growth 0:37:10   Benefits of Attending Conferences for Business Growth 0:41:59   Handing Off Sales Responsibilities 0:45:31   Hiring a Sales Person and Closing 250 Clients 0:47:18  Benefits of Rewarding Employees for Performance 0:54:12   Lead Flow and Business Goals 0:57:07   Guaranteed Results and Refusing a $5 Million Cash Offer 0:58:53   Retirement and Financial Security 1:00:08   Finding Meaning and Purpose Through Work 1:01:52   Body Sculpting: Finding Purpose and Helping Others 1:05:33   The Benefits of Helping Small Business Entrepreneurs Succeed 1:07:15   Discussion on the Impact of Remote Work on Job Opportunities 1:11:15   Building a Remote Culture and Team Building Activities 1:16:45   Patience in Business 1:21:17   Neal's Fortune Cookie Advice 1:24:46   Investing in Education 1:26:26  Recommended Books for Personal Growth FOLLOW 4MEDIA: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/ Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Ravi Abuvala (CEO - Scaling with Systems) shares his journey from being a waiter to a massively successful entrepreneur. He shares how to maximize efficiency, why content is king, how he's using AI in his business, and the idea of reputational currency. During this episode, he gets vulnerable with us and even shares some things about his personal life that he has never shared publicly before. We want to thank Ravi for being such an amazing guest, and coming to speak to our community of Agency Founders in Nashville. This episode is a MUST LISTEN if you're a fan of 4Media Uncut. FOLLOW RAVI: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raviabuvala YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtlUhgwHbSXQQuh4fzDmVLA Website: https://www.scalingwithsystems.com/   TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 01:12 - Podcast Start 01:39 - Ravi's Backstory 05:18 - Getting Advice from Professionals 11:19 - Ravi's Learning Hustle 15:50 - Burning Your Network 16:47 - Eddie and Ravi working together 19:35 - Reciprocated Value 22:29 - Organic Content & SOP's 24:52 - The Genesis of Scaling with Systems 29:26 - Mergers and Acquisitions 30:11 - Reputational Currency 31:29 - Mergers and Acquisitions cont. 35:39 - How to be Efficient/ Get More of What you Already Have 39:18 - Benefiting from Content 43:59 - Using Asana & ChatGPT in Content 50:50 - Content Simplicity 52:07 - Does being time-efficient strain your relationships? 1:08:17 - Things are Neither Good nor Bad, but Thinking Makes Them So 1:11:58 - Ravi's Rules for investing 1:21:47 - Ravi's Fortune Cookie Advice FOLLOW 4MEDIA: Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/ Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? FOLLOW EDDIE: Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ FOLLOW ANDREW: Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Dee Deng (Founder, Right Hook Digital) , Tommy Patterson (Founder, WKND) and Kyle Hunt (COO, WKND) join us at Agency Founders for a round table about running a business/ agency, scaling it, and the process of letting people go. Dee Deng is the Co-Founder of Right Hook Digital, one of the largest growing agencies in the space. His Company manages millions in ad spend for their growth clients across Australia and the USA. He currently lives in Australia where he works with his team of over 100 remote employees. We're so grateful to Dee for taking the time to fly to the US and hang out with us for a few days. Tommy grew up with nothing, and after getting evicted at 9 decided “I'm going to be a millionaire.” He has since started multiple 7 figure businesses, attended and spoken at conferences all around the world, and has one of the fastest growing agencies in the ecommerce space.  Kyle Hunt is Tommy's COO and right hand man. His goal is to help DTC Brands scale to multi 8 figures as fast as possible through operations. You're going to want to watch the whole thing to get the inside scoop on certain SOP's in our businesses, Auditing your own Business, and Changing your Mindset to increase efficiency/profitability. FOLLOW DEE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realdoseofdee Twitter: https://twitter.com/realdoseofdee YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2VyjYG9EjzeUFMOzZbksaA Website: https://righthookdigital.com/ FOLLOW KYLE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylexhunt/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/huntkyle FOLLOW TOMMY:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommypatterson/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WKNDCEOWebsite: https://www.wknddigital.com/ TIMESTAMPS:  00:00 - Intro01:46 - Podcast Start/ Introducing the Panel08:50 -  Reading vs Listening to Books11:36 - Company Waste Management14:52 - Dee's “Disobedient Rubik's Cube”20:33 - Dee's Book Recommendation/ Operation Efficiency24:35 - Scaling and Refining Agencies28:57 - Metric Space Process Maps33:05 - Changing “why” to “what caused”35:31 - Being out of Touch with your Business37:02 - We are what we Tolerate39:32 - Quiet Quitting42:47 - Facing Problems Head On44:13 - Auditing Your Own Business50:43 - Human Capital Debate52:19 - Headaches per Dollar Earned57:30 - Only Hire Fully Formed Adults59:33 - Grass isn't Greener on the other side1:00:37 - Company Culture1:22:27 - Separating Relationships from Business1:29:16 - Tommy Cutting Team Members1:31:39 - You Cannot Fix a Problem You Don't Understand1:42:27 - Business During Covid1:52:55 - Experience vs Potential1:57:53 - Kyle's Fortune Cookie Advic 2:01:19 - Dee's Fortune Cookie Advice2:03:39 - Tommy's Fortune Cookie Advice FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIEInstagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREWInstagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Josh Hahn is the founder of  Shroom Junkie, the world's first PlantMilk powered by Mushrooms. He shares why other plantmilks suck, some crazy things they are doing with mushrooms, and how they raised $200M in funding to make this company a reality.During this episode, the guys talk about what it takes to bring a product like this to market, what struggles they had to overcome, and what the future holds for Shroom Junkie.4Media is excited to partner with Shroom Junkie on the launch of this revolutionary product, and we want to shout out the whole team on the successful launch.FOLLOW JOSH:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshmhahn/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@josh.m.hahn   FOLLOW SHROOM JUNKIE:Website: https://shroomjunkie.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shroomjunkieofficial/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shroomjunkieofficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shroomjunkie1335 TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro2:00 - Podcast Start2:12 - What is Shroom Junkie?3:30 - What sparked the idea of Shroom Junkie?5:45 - How did they fund the company? 6:50 - Mushroom Technology Breakthroughs8:20 - Josh's Personal Reasons for Starting Shroom Junkie9:39 - Eddie can't get over how good it tastes10:37 - Why Josh Saw the potential in Shroom Junkie13:00 - Why flavoring is so hard14:00 - The biggest struggles when creating Shroom Junkie16:20 - What others get wrong when sourcing ingredients18:45 - How do you actually grow mushrooms?21:26 - What is the most expensive mushroom in the world?23:44 - How they grow their mushrooms in the lab24:56 - What's the difference between a mushroom and a truffle?26:28 - False Advertising in the Mushroom Industry27:50 - Why Mushrooms are so beneficial for health28:49 - How are trippy mushrooms made?31:05 - Please share the podcast with a friend31:33 - Shroom Junkie will not make you trip32:38 - Josh's Strong Background in Marketing38:15 - How Josh Approaches Learning39:50 - Skill stacking & Why it's important 45:30 - Direct to Consumer vs Retail51:05 - Why Shelf-stable Plantmilk is sold in the refrigerated section52:58 - What gives Josh so much confidence in a brand that hasn't launched yet57:00 - Why Liquid Death blew up59:02 - The big problems with the current Diary & Plantmilk industry1:02:16 - 1 Almond = 1 Gallon of Water1:04:05 - Why Oatmilk sucks1:04:50 - No one in the space is focused on actual nutrition1:12:01 - The myths around “natural flavoring” on Nutrition Facts1:14:00 - Merchants of Doubt1:15:40 - Why Government Subsidies are such a problem1:17:05 - Josh claims Mushrooms can turn Sugar into protein??1:18:07 - Opinions on Soylent & GMOs1:20:31 - The problem with Carageenan1:23:16 - Meat/chicken is strange…1:24:25 - Josh's Long term vision of Shroom Junkie1:31:30 - Should you bootstrap or raise money?1:36:30 - Building a business to sell as a resource to others1:37:54 - How Josh thinks about Equity in a marketing company1:42:09 - Josh's Fortune Cookie Advice FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Anatoliy Labinskiy (Ecommerce Agency Owner, 4-Time Two Comma Club award winner) shares his story of escaping the war in Ukraine to save his son while running a 50 person marketing agency. Anatoliy shares his story of humble beginnings trying to create a better life for himself, how he got into ecommerce, escaping the war in Ukraine, and how it affected his family and his team.Anatoliy is the founder of Golden Stream Media - an eCommerce growth agency that helps entrepreneurs grow to 6-7 figures in revenue.This was one of the most incredible stories ever told on 4Media Uncut, you do not want to miss this one. FOLLOW ANATOLIY:Website: https://goldenstreammedia.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecombyanatoliy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anatoliylabinskiy/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@anatoliylabinskiygoldenstr6156 Book a call and enter promo code '4media' and get a full audit of your eCommerce site absolutely for free! – https://bit.ly/3uHqZ8e TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro2:44 - Podcast Start3:50 - Anatoliy's work now5:12 - Moving from Ukraine for a better life8:25 - Working in Abu Dhabi12:20 - Anatoliy's Girlfriend made sacrifices to be with him14:45 - His girlfriend is pregnant, but they have no money16:00 - Anatoliy discovers ecommerce24:44 - The war from Anatoliy's perspective27:11 - The First bombs go off34:09 - Anatoliy decides to go to the border37:39 - Arguing with the Ukrainian Border Control41:45 - False Hope42:33 - Another Checkpoint to cross47:07 - Anatoliy makes a deal with the Ukraine military50:00 - Lessons from his experience53:28 - Collecting Donations and Bulletproof Jackets55:36 - Anatoliy's message to everyone56:53 - Making a new life outside Ukraine59:04 - What he learned about his team during this time1:02:39 - Eddie's stories from the war in Lebanon1:01:00 - Getting bombed while on a call with a client1:04:00 - The war is still ongoing in Ukraine1:07:47 - Anatoliy's dad lost his leg during all of this1:11:11 - What he learned about himself and his team1:12:30 - How your surroundings can affect you1:17:00 - Why Anatoliy loves Portugal1:20:52 - Will Anatoliy ever go back to Ukraine?1:29:00 - Where to get in touch with Anatoliy FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

JR Rivas & Phillip Tran (Founders - BNB Leverage, Hosts of the Full Disclosure Podcast) talk about Airbnb Arbitrage, Phillips success story, and how they found massive success using TikTok. JR is a returning guest to the podcast and this time brings his new partner Phillip along for the ride. Originally JR denied the partnership until Phillip came to him with 200 Leads from a $100 TikTok Ad. Now that they have partnered they have taken the Airbnb Arbitrage space by storm and have left their mark on the space by doing things a little different from the rest of their peers. FOLLOW PHILLIP:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsphilliptran/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsphilliptran FOLLOW JR:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejrrivas/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialjrrivas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRLeverage LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCLOSURE PODCAST: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/JRRivas FOLLOW BNB LEVERAGE: https://www.bnbleverage.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bnbleverage TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro01:49 - Podcast Start02:13 - How they got 3 MILLION views on YT Shorts03:08 - Have you been approached on the street?03:45 - Selling a Course at a Club (the power of organic content)06:52 - Who is Phillip Tran?08:40 - What is AirBnB Arbitrage?10:05 - How they partnered 12:58 - Dropping out of College + Football15:34 - Phillip AirBnB legality problem16:54 - What did you learn about TikTok traffic/ads?21:07 - Why Phillip is a heavy believer in the Lunar New Year22:58 - How they made 3.6 Million in 6 Months25:45 - Eddie Always helps the homies out28:32 - Daily Structure/ Productivity29:55 - Bosses owe employees “touchpoints”31:40 - Work from Home/Remote vs Work In the Office 37:10 - Making Money with No Employees38:31 - Hiring A-Players = More $$$41:14 - Variability within Employees45:02 - Why people end up failing47:57 - Changing landscape with marketing agencies & ads49:56 - Eddie's advice on implementing employee ideas 57:24 - Moderna vs Pfizer58:09 - Talent Density01:11:14 - Denver is complacent 01:14:44 - There is no happiness01:21:31 - It's selfish to work more01:26:58 - A kid is a full time job01:31:52 - Phillips Fortune Cookie Advice  FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIEInstagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREWInstagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Nehemiah Davis (Award Winning Author, Entrepreneur, & Philanthropist) shares his rags to riches story, his business ventures, and much more!Growing up in Philadelphia it wasn't easy for Nehemiah Davis, his story is truly unique and signifies “Rags to Riches”. Starting early in his life with a Junk removal business and over committing to clients, he quickly grew to become a true learner and entrepreneur. He runs multiple businesses including an Event Space, his own Clothing Brand, and is a big believer in philanthropy and helping out the world in big ways. Buy Tickets to his next Event: https://www.circleofceossurvivorpack.com/onsale FOLLOW NEHEMIAH DAVIS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neodaviso/Twitter: https://twitter.com/NeoDavisoWebsite: http://nehemiahdavis.com/ TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro01:38 - Nehemiah Davis' family/ kids03:21 - Nehemiah Davis' Businesses05:19 - His backstory/ early life09:43 - Junk Removal Business12:10 - Commit first, figure it out later13:04 - starting in marketing/ event spaces16:38 - Missing out on opportunities because of no paycheck22:14 - needing CFO's26:35 - how he finds product market fits33:19 - job hiring/ recruitment company47:37 - Teaching opening event spaces53:05 - Mastermind events55:11 - Philanthropy58:39 - Topgun/ movies1:02:26 - Thought on college/ sending kids to college1:10:00 - Advice for starting online marketing1:19:18 - Fortune cookie advice1:23:11 - Relationship coaches   FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Joel Kaplan & Sergio Tavarez (Founders of Agency Lab) uncover the biggest scam in the USA, why they make such great partners, how they've built multiple seven and eight figure brands, the importance of coming up with a great offer, and why they love Andrew Tate. Sergio joins the podcast for the first time to share his story of growing up with a single mother, why he decided to drop out of college, how he got his start as an entrepreneur, and why he doesn't believe in reading books.Joel Kaplan has made a name for himself as one of the KINGS of SMMA. He scaled his first marketing agency, Atlas Digital, to over 200 clients and pulling in $300K/month. After selling his agency, he partnered with Sergio to launch Agency Lab, a coaching program for entrepreneurs looking to start and scale their own marketing agencies. Since then, they've been able to help over 80 agency owners hit $100K+/month and 100s cross $10K+/month.To hear Joel's story, make sure to check out Episode 7 of 4Media Uncut: https://youtu.be/W46BtOk5DTE  FOLLOW JOEL:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialjoelkaplan/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joelkaplan YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxV_DtAUhJS-XdsalMUCJoQ Agency Lab: https://www.agencylab.io/ FOLLOW SERGIO:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialsergiotavarez/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100047269611917 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYR-BruCa4pacFjOaLR8gdQ/ Agency Lab: https://www.agencylab.io/ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro1:35 - Podcast Start4:15 - What they teach through Agency Lab7:46 - Sergio's backstory11:57 - Why high school is a bigger scam than college 17:00 - Where Eddie's deepest relationships came from19:38 - Joel wants people to see him for more than his money21:29 - Why Sergio doesn't read books24:17 - Reach out to the Author, don't read the book29:30 - Stop Reading and Start Building32:41 - Sergio went to college as a high school dropout33:29 - Why Sergio dropped out of college35:15 - Why Sergio started an Agency37:31 - Joel thought Sergio was a catfish39:20 - How Joel met Sergio44:16 - Approaching Girls vs CEOs46:05 - The story of Joel selling his agency54:50 - Eddie's opinion on Partnerships in business59:11 - Joel's key to a good business partner1:01:09 - The night Joel told Sergio he was going to be his business partner1:06:26 - Joel & Sergio love Andrew Tate1:14:03 - Why Joel & Sergio don't believe in Happiness1:20:00 - Sergio talks about Regret1:22:40 - Joel's Seven Uncomfortable Truths1:25:58 - Lebanon's Fake Inflation  1:28:10 - You can BUY money1:28:42 - Joel's Seven Uncomfortable Truths (cont)1:32:47 - What do you believe in that most people don't?1:34:48 - Being a financial slave vs being financially free1:39:24 - How Joel overcame his Fear of Public Speaking1:48:15 - Why you shouldn't give AF1:51:10 - Why does Andrew eat so much Watermelon?1:52:26 - Joel & Andrew start a Watermelon company1:55:02 - Why Joel's competitors resent him1:56:50 - Sales vs Offer vs Brand1:58:06 - Joel's free offer idea1:59:46 - Sergio's advice for coming up with offers2:07:55 - The importance of building an outbound sales team2:13:35 - Why Sergio leaned into his quirkiness2:14:55 - Sergio secretly never plugs in his $400 microphone2:16:05 - Sergio hitchhiked to the podcast because his phone died2:20:59 - Sergio's Fortune Cookie Advice2:24:50 - Joel's Fortune Cookie Advice    FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREWInstagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Jake the Stock Guy (Options Trader, Freedom Seeker, Stock Market Guru) tells the story behind his success, his day trading community, and his course, which goes over how to start trading in less than 14 days.The guys talk about how much money Jake makes in a day, his thoughts on why he chooses to make less money to have more freedom, and his plans for using machine learning and artificial intelligence to create total freedom in his stock portfolio.If you join his community, he shares alerts of all of his personal trades, a spreadsheet containing his trading history and how successful they've been, and exclusive access to Jake and his team. ​Hope you enjoy the episode, and share with a friend!FOLLOW JAKE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakethestockguy_ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jakethestockguy Twitter: https://twitter.com/jakethestockguy Take his Course: https://go.jakethestockguy.com/masterclass Join the Community: https://go.jakethestockguy.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro1:41 - Podcast Start3:12 - What does Jake do?6:46 - Eddie's Experience with Options Trading8:06 - The downside to selling options10:26 - How Jake got into Stocks/ his childhood17:22 - Jake realizes he likes MONEYYY23:40 - Jake's first option trade24:34 - How important was it to have a mentor?25:33 - Time is the only non-renewable source27:57 - Day in the life of Jake The Stock Guy32:51 - How much Jake made in 3 minutes35:51 - How long Jake actually works37:47 - The Biggest battle for humans is fear and greed39:46 - Jake's new venture into Machine Learning/ AI50:00 - Jake only charges $99/mo to join his stock group52:36 - Why people should pursue option trading1:00:02 - Buy shares of companies who you believe in1:02:11 - What you need to start trading options1:10:40 - Take his course before joining his group1:11:55 - Eddie's stock market horror story1:14:51 - Everyone's mistake in options trading1:17:40 - Eddie's Sports betting mistake 1:25:03 - Jake's Fortune Cookie Advice1:28:56 - Where to find Jake1:30:27 - The Black Market of infinite cash FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIEInstagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREWInstagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Robert J. Miller (co-founder of ARC, cryptocurrency investor) is a digital entrepreneur that has grown many ecom and personal brands to multiple 7-figures and above.He has worked under Grant Cardone, run 2 digital advertising agencies, built a cryptocurrency hedge fund, and has generated over $50M in online revenue for over 200 brands.Now, he runs ARC (Automated Retail Commerce), a business development firm to provide investors direct exposure to ecommerce and is the Co-Founder of Creator Ads helping personal brands grow and scale with social media campaigns, systems, and funnels. In this episode, Robert talks about what it was like working for Grant Cardone, why he is so passionate about digital entrepreneurship, what it takes to run successful campaigns for ecom and personal brands, and why cryptocurrency is here to stay. FOLLOW ROBERT:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therobertjmiller/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RobertJMiller Twitter: https://twitter.com/robertjmiller_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/therobertjmiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robertjmiller15   FOLLOW ARC:Website: https://automatedretailcommerce.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/automatedretailcommerce/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/automated-retail-commerce/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/automatedretailcommerce/ TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro1:35 - Podcast Start3:58 - Who is Robert J. Miller?7:37 -  How Robert Built Authority9:08 - Inside info and growth of ARC12:36 - Biggest lessons Robert has learned15:43 - Why Education is so important 16:46 - Why Civil War Classes are Useless 17:48 - Eddie's call on Interest Prices22:22 - What is Financial Arbitrage?24:30 - What happened with $LUNA?30:05 - Eddie's Advice to his Crypto Boys32:45 - What happened with Celcius?35:01 - How big is Apple's AirPods business?37:03 - Why Robert stopped working for Grant Cardone40:22 - Working 40 hour Work Weeks isn't Hard41:50 - Why Robert stopped working for Grant Cardone (cont)44:11 - The importance of investing in courses48:21 - Why Robert pivoted from the agency space52:16 - Was there a lag in income to support his team?59:52 - Why all assets become liabilities 1:01:53 - The Skill of Scaling an Agency1:02:40 - Where Robert sees the marketplace selling 1:12:57 - Bitcoin buy signals 1:18:06 - Ethereum vs Bitcoin1:20:50 - 106x Return in College1:22:40 - Eddie Mining Ethereum before it blew up1:24:33 - What is Robert's long term belief on Bitcoin?1:27:53 - Robert's Crazy Bitcoin Story1:33:35 - Robert's Fortune Cookie Advice1:37:57 - How to Gain Emotional Intelligence 1:41:07 - Where to follow Robert   FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Eric Fozz (founder - Pathfinder Marketing) shares his journey from dropping out of college to growing his successful marketing agency for painters. Eric's agency, Pathfinder Marketing, is revolutionizing the way painting companies land projects through their proprietary process. In this episode, we discuss his journey with wrestling, the importance of father figures, and how being broke pushed him to never give up and finally allowing his life to skyrocket.FOLLOW ERIC:Twitter: https://twitter.com/ericfozzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericfozz/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8u6DJ2FJ-aN0wE89TpTMww Pathfinder: https://pathfinderm.com/3keystraining    TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro1:41 - Podcast Start2:32 - Eric's Background5:36 - What Wrestling taught Eric8:50 - The importance of Father Figures12:51 - Why Eric stayed in school for as long as he did16:02 - Eric's introduction to entrepreneurship23:14 - How Eric saved money when he was broke25:10 - Finally getting a job28:05 - Eric's ticket out - Facebook Media Buying32:50 - Growing Pathfinder through the pandemic35:09 - How Eric got his first clients 38:17 - A big misconception in the Contracting Industry41:10 - Teaching clients the basics of sales45:20 - The biggest takeaways from growing Pathfinder54:24 - Why are keys so dumb?56:22 - The future of the Pathfinder Dynasty58:14 - Why Eric goes by Fozz instead of Fasnacht1:01:03 - Eric's fortune cookie advice1:05:23 - How Agency Founders LIVE affected Eric1:11:54 - Where to follow Eric FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Kendall Shaw (young ecomm legend, co-founder of ARC) at just 22 years old, has grown many ecomm brands to multiple 7-figures and above. In the past, he has run his own Marketing Agency and grown many of his own dropshipping and ecomm brands.Now, he runs ARC (Automated Retail Commerce) with his business partner, Robert J. Miller (our upcoming guest for episode 29). ARC is a business development firm that creates ecomm brands from scratch, to provide investors direct exposure to the growing online DTC market.   With just a $40k investment, an investor can start their partnership with ARC, and they will set up everything necessary to build a brand from scratch, including sourcing and finding the initial product lineup.In this episode, Kendall talks about how he got into ecomm, why he left the agency space, what it takes to run a successful ecomm brand, and what ecommerce will look like in the recession. FOLLOW KENDALL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kndall/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/kendallmav Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendallshaw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kj.shaw.184 FOLLOW ARC: Website: https://automatedretailcommerce.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/automatedretailcommerce/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/automated-retail-commerce/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/automatedretailcommerce/ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro 1:27 - Podcast Start - Who is Kendall Shaw?2:47 - What it's like being a young Entrepreneur4:53 - Getting into influencer Marketing/iFunny6:15 - Getting started with ecomm through eBay7:12 - Why Kendall turned down his College Lacrosse Scholarship9:07 - How deep Car Marketing really is11:21 - Life after dropping out of College14:14 - Building an agency again14:55 - Why meeting Joel Kaplan changed Kendall's life16:36 - One HUGE rookie mistake Kendall made18:00 - What it really takes to build a remarkable company19:09 - How Kendall met his business partner, Robert J. Miller21:22 - Why Ego and Competition in so high in ecommerce22:41 - Why Kendall loves working with 4Media22:53 - Andrew's content delivery strategy25:18 - What is the automation space?27:42 - How does ARC work?33:36 - The challenges of being in a relationship driven business36:29 - The importance of systems and processes at ARC37:51 - What software stack does ARC use?39:11 - Why Kendall left the agency space44:20 - The downside of not being in control of your financials46:19 - Eddie's losing bet on the housing market48:55 - Are Clearco loans predatory?51:56 - Exiting to aggregators53:32 - Would you invest in building your own brand right now?54:37 - Ecomm in a recession56:50 - Why Kendall thinks we will have a Civil War in the US58:55 - Inflation in the 80s1:04:05 - Eddie selling masks to hospitals during the pandemic1:05:09 - Why ecomm is so fun and unpredictable1:05:41 - What makes a brand worth investing in?1:08:29 - What metrics Kendall looks for in a brand1:11:49 - Why ecomm is so much harder than in the past1:13:53 - How to get clever with controversial content in your ads 1:16:11 - Why ads perform better when optimizing based on race? 1:18:37 - How ARC actually fulfills for their investors1:21:37 - Why it's so hard to attack America1:24:34 - How long could we survive without power?1:25:55 - Selling to preppers1:26:29 - What is the long term goal for ARC? 1:27:44 - Is Black Friday getting more popular or dying?1:29:09 - It's a good time to have a secure job1:31:17 - How Gary Vee is innovating with NFTs1:32:10 - Kendall's advice for the next generation 1:35:39 - Where to find Kendall   FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Shep Ogden & Bailey Grady, Founders of Offbeat Media Group, have been hacking attention since they were in high school. They are the go-to agency for McDonald's, Tiktok, Netflix, Samsung & many more to help them market to Gen Z. On this episode they talk about the early days of digital real estate, meme marketing, how they helped TikTok build their original user base, and they explain why they are ALL IN on Virtual Influencers. You don't want to skip this episode! FOLLOW OFFBEAT:Website: https://www.offbeat.xyz/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offbeat.xyz/ Follow Zero from Nexus: https://twitter.com/ZeroFromNexus Learn more about Virtual Humans: https://www.virtualhumans.org/ FOLLOW SHEP:Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShepOgden Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shepogden/ FOLLOW BAILEY:Twitter: https://twitter.com/baileygrady12 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grady/   TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro02:07 Podcast Start02:24 Who are Shep & Bailey?03:04 What is Offbeat Media?03:26 How Bailey started making money on the internet05:35 Shep was buying Digital Real Estate on Instagram07:40 The advantage of being born 5 years earlier08:49 Taking advantage of spare time as a young adult09:32 Marketing with memes10:24 How they helped launch TikTok in 201813:01 What they learned from getting 5 BILLION impressions14:15 Why they started launching their own shows16:25 WTF is a Virtual Influencer?18:47 Why Lil Miquela was so revolutionary as a virtual human20:43 Getting a cold email from Mark Cuban22:02 Why Virtual Humans are so interesting to them24:48 Launching their Virtual Influencer - Zero from Nexus26:46 What is live shopping?27:56 Are we actually going to work in the metaverse?30:35 Working with McDonalds on TikTok campaigns34:03 Pairing online traffic to IRL foot traffic (THIS IS NUTS)37:35 How it feels to work with the largest brands in the world39:27 How their cutting edge tech helps them land clients42:29 How to always stay one step ahead43:42 Why Shep is so fascinated with NFTs47:23 Thoughts on Vee Friends49:27 The future for Offbeat50:46 This company should have listened to Eddie52:50 The crazy journey of TikTok55:46 Why TikTok is the BEST social media platform right now57:22 The difference between paid and organic impressions58:06 This fact about Digital Billboards BLEW OUR MINDS1:00:12 Crazy how good tracking has gotten1:01:50 The future of Offbeat revisited1:04:08 Getting to 100 Million views a MONTH1:04:45 IP vs Creators (All Gas No Brakes / Call Her Daddy)1:07:40 Why Quibi lost BILLIONS betting on Vertical Content1:08:52 What is the Nexus Universe and V-Tubers?1:11:54 Ai vs Human backed virtual influencers1:14:07 How Offbeat has scaled in so many verticals1:18:14 What careers are going to be most valuable1:21:59 “Fortune cookie” advice to the younger generation1:25:56 Where to find Shep & Bailey online FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

George Yu (Multi-Family Real Estate Investor, World Traveler, Entrepreneur, Pilot) returns to the podcast to discuss his outlook on the world, the fall of the American Empire, and finding true value and fulfillment in life.Over the past 6 months, George has been growing his portfolio of multi-family real estate development, investing in international real estate, building homes out of shipping containers in China, and preparing for what he believes will be the downfall of the USA's position as the dominant world superpower.You do not want to miss this episode, as George breaks down exactly what he thinks will happen and how to prepare yourself for the future. FOLLOW GEORGE YU:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyuu/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH2wBk-kiite5-Isuv5Ui5A TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro1:30 - Podcast Start3:05 - Where George has been for the last 6 months4:30 - Why George is passionate about affordable housing5:58 - George's current companies7:10 - What emerging Markets in George Investing in?10:20 - George's shipping container home company in China11:43 - Is George the next Elon Musk?13:15 - George's Outlook on the World/College16:15 - Why George believes that USA will fall as a world superpower19:06 - Why China will take over as the world superpower29:36 - The Significance of America's Debt34:43 - How to create the life you want to live (MUST WATCH)41:03 - The Most Powerful Industries to be in46:00 - How to create the life you want to live continued (MUST WATCH)50:00 - How to find true fulfillment55:55 - Why are Americans unmotivated to work?59:08 - George's Affordable Living Empire - Bundling Utilities1:02:55 - Are low income folks entitled?1:06:23 - How the TikTok Algorithm is different in China1:11:05 - Why we must look outside of our borders for the future1:12:30 - George's Predictions for WW31:17:05 - The sad fate of the Boy Scouts1:21:18 - Why family values are so important1:23:58 - Transgender Swim Debate1:25:07 - Chris Rock and Will Smith1:26:10 - What countries is George Investing in?1:26:57 - The importance of Financial Literacy1:38:38 - International Job Competition / Hiring1:43:00 - Is there Hope for America?1:48:21 - Nuclear Impact1:52:21 - Happiness and Fulfillment in the World1:53:53 - America's Impending Recession/ Closing Thoughts FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREWInstagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Arab (Twitch streamer, YouTuber, Podcaster, Eddie's brother) returns to the podcast after 6 months and discusses his new venture into IRL Streaming, crazy stream moments, creating content, and why this was the best move for his career. This episode will keep you on the edge of your seat while also making you want to fall to the ground laughing. FOLLOW ARAB:Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/arabInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/YourFellowArab YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/YourFellowArab Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3lLhW-GUMlGZOIUyveKBSQ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro to podcast02:48 - Arab's Twitter06:13 - Why you don't run ads on twitter08:53 - Arab travel streaming13:28 - Eddie's idea to Arab15:33 - Stream interactions/ watch time19:01 - Craziest moment on IRL stream22:26 - St. Patrick's Day in Ireland23:43 - Why Liquid Death is amazing25:43 - How long does water stay around?26:33 - How Arab's life changed since IRL streams28:13 - Arab's stream setup29:35 - Arab signing to a team33:09 - IRL Hunger Games style stream36:37 - Arab doesn't really care about Traveling38:38 - Why Arab gives away $1000 a week to random people on stream45:31 - Does streaming help Arab's game with girls?47:32 - How much money does Arab make?53:38 - Fake Eddie Accounts have scammed people for tens of thousands1:11:14 - Why Instagram Verification is so important1:14:42 - Why Instagram handles are like NFT's1:15:43 - Digital Real Estate1:18:15 - How Runescape changed Eddie's Life1:20:12 - How South Park makes a show in 7 days1:23:15 - Arab's future in IRL streaming1:30:20 - How Arab pumps out so much content1:37:52 - Arab's hack to get followers with stickers1:41:47 - How the Internet changed Relationships1:44:45 - How the Will Smith Oscars moment broke the internet1:47:48 - How does TikTok's algorithm work? 1:51:50 - How many Terabytes of storage does 4Media need?1:54:00 - The future of IRL streaming2:03:45 - How does Arab see the world now that he has traveled?2:08:25 - Arab's Fortune Cookie Advice FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIEInstagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREWInstagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

PD Shirgir, Cryptocurrency Enthusiast & Full-Time Degenerate, returns to the podcast to share why he is ALL IN on $GUARD and the Wolf Den Crypto Ecosystem. The Wolf Den is a one of a kind cryptocurrency project for purpose-driven individuals, organizations and companies looking to use decentralized finance to fund their goals, remove suffering and do good in the real world. As usual, nothing in this podcast constitutes professional and/or financial advice, nor does any information constitute a comprehensive or complete statement of the matters discussed or the law relating thereto.This episode was recorded on March 31, 2022 - $GUARD was around $4.50.One month later, at the time of release, $GUARD is now over $13.00 FOLLOW PD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachpdshirgir/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pedramdaryus.shirgir Twitter: https://twitter.com/kusamaismyboo Listen to the Highly Offended Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/highly-offended/id1576895200 https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fr9fkBJchZTKvxYO8CCCg   WOLF DEN CRYPTO:GET STARTED: https://wolf-den.gitbook.io/wolfies-crypto/ Website: https://www.wolfdencrypto.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2TGAg8JkVJS-UiSnVy-gA Twitter: https://twitter.com/wolfdencrypto Luna Den (for ladies): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV1PPjl-KVpulMXN8vVGkUw TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro02:29 Podcast Start03:11 Dr. Jeff Spencer's Champions Experience04:41 How Degengineering 1.0 was conceived07:14 PD is building a resort on 400 acres of land in AZ10:53 Where Guard Your $GUARD came from12:20 Why Wolf Den bets against Human Psychology13:13 What is $GUARD?13:50 What is the Wolf Den?14:55 Why PD told Eddie to go ____ himself16:42 Why $GUARD only goes up18:50 The downside of banks and centralized exchanges20:29 Why pairing $GUARD with BUSD is so powerful23:30 Why WAGMI is a broken way of thinking25:10 Why promoting $GUARD is not beneficial32:43 Why PD sold ALL of his crypto to buy $GUARD39:02 How PD's lifestyle has changed44:48 Future of Wolf Den/ $GUARD48:20 How to learn more about the Wolf Den49:24 The importance of Privacy in Crypto53:07 Why PD doesn't flex his wealth54:14 Why PD cuts dumb people out of his life56:09 Hypocrites and Self-Sabotage 59:35 How many Maaloufs are there?01:01:01 PD's Dog negotiated for him at the dealership??01:02:01 PD's new BMW X5 M Competition01:06:28 How PD protected Eddie from losing A LOT of gains01:09:38 Why PD hates Cold DMs so much01:12:19 PD's “Fortune Cookie” advice from last episode 01:14:01 PD's final takeaway   FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Sam Maxwell (Ecommerce Entrepreneur) shares his story from power washing to launching several successful ecommerce brands.In this episode, he goes deep into his past, his come up, and new businesses he's working on as a young entrepreneur.From dropshipping Legos, to battling his addiction to adderall, he has a very powerful story for such a young guy. You definitely don't want to miss this episode!FOLLOW SAM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesammaxwell TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro1:42 - Why the Will Smith Slap was such a big deal6:47 - Turning Off Notifications to focus7:50 - Sam's Backstory12:10 - Why Sam moved to Texas at 1912:49 - Dropshipping Stan Lee Legos17:29 - Why Adderall is such a big problem24:58 - Developing a Financial Mindset28:50 - Andrew and Eddie's Go-Karting experience32:17 - What it's like to be an Entrepreneur at 2134:21 - Dating vs Being Single36:50 - Why it is so important to Humble yourself39:55 - Why Tesla's are the best cars44:13 - The importance of Appreciating Assets46:33 - Business Past the Legos53:47 - Don't Get ahead of yourself57:39 - The importance of keeping intentional relationships59:32 - Keeping your circle small01:02:58 - Dropshipping at 2201:04:47 - Being as big as you want to be01:10:58 - Getting ahead to spend quality time later on01:13:57 - Short Term Goals over Long term Goals01:20:21 - Andrew's bathroom incident01:23:08 - 8 Figures in 100 Days01:25:55 - Amazon vs Shopify - where is it going?01:28:35 - Sam's Money Streams01:30:09 - Where is the Market Shifting?01:30:49 - 60 Day Blitz01:35:48 - Knowing when to celebrate wins01:37:38 - Sam's Fortune Cookie Advice FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing} Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREWInstagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Chuckie & Shelby Gregory (Co-Founders - Club EarlyBird) share their story of how two regular people became successful by creating a product to solve a problem everyone faces. In this episode, they share their story of how they went from running a gas station food distribution company, trying and failing at product creation, and eventually creating their flagship product, Club EarlyBird.FOLLOW CLUB EARLYBIRDWebsite:https://www.clubearlybird.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/clubearlybird/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clubearlybird/ Chuckie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earlybird_founder/ Shelby's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelbylayla_/ TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Guest Intro02:58 - Podcast Start03:18 - Agency Founders Live Recap05:09 - What is Club EarlyBird?06:56 - The origins of Club EarlyBird08:46 - Chuckie was a punk growing up15:28 - College Football chat17:21 - Chuckie went to 4 high schools in 4 years20:09 - Shelby's High School and College Experience22:16 - The problem with Marketing Degrees26:06 - Andrew's College experience28:44 - Dropping out Freshman Year29:22 - How Chuckie used student loans to keep his business afloat35:25 - Chuckie's intro to Entrepreneurship37:05 - Hiring Chuckie's first employee38:30 - Chuckie's acquisition strategy41:29 - How Chuckie sold his first business43:48 - The start of Club EarlyBird46:16 - What is the Morning Cocktail?46:56 - Do entrepreneurs need to wake up early?54:31 - Chuckie's morning routine01:02:57 - Eddie doesn't work because he needs to01:03:42 - Gaming and Fantasy Football01:07:04 - “Wake The F*** Up” to Club EarlyBird01:08:55 - Chuckie tested his product for TWO YEARS01:12:46 - Self testing product mixtures01:15:41 - Working with a partner01:16:36 - How Club EarlyBird found a manufacturer01:19:14 - Selling to family and friends01:20:53 - Why Chuckie's first business was a failure01:21:31 - Familiarity with a twist01:22:08 - Creating BLUE offers in RED oceans01:30:33 - Photography Hack - Shoot in IKEA01:34:23 - Why a simple image converts the best01:39:58 - Why good ads don't always convert01:42:26 - What you need to get started with product photography01:44:10 - The power of LIMITED EDITION01:49:22 - Why Customer Analytics are so important01:56:05 - Black Friday performance01:59:33 - SMS Marketing - Postscript & Timezones02:05:45 - Eddie and Terry's baby is on the way02:08:19 - Why Chuckie practiced his football kick for a year02:16:12 - How to find great employees02:16:52 - Why Andrew works for Eddie02:21:01 - Why Terry is the best02:23:23 - Why Chuckie doesn't drive anymore02:25:26 - Investing in customers02:29:31 - Andrew and Terry's scary similarities02:32:43 - Why women have a different eye for things02:34:37 - Are stereotypes really accurate?02:35:50 - The importance of High Quality Merchandise02:40:34 - Why Demand sells02:47:45 - Subscription tips from Club EarlyBird02:49:46 - Why Eddie is heavily invested in Spirit Airlines02:53:41 - Why Chuckie dropped thousands at the Barstool 500 Party02:56:40 - When did it feel like "you made it”?02:58:53 - Chuckie and Shelby's Fortune Cookie Advice FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www:youtube:com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www:youtube:com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media:marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media:marketing/jobsInstagram: https://www:instagram:com/4media:marketing/ TikTok: https://www:tiktok:com/@4media:marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram:com/eddiemaaloufTwitter: https://twitter:com/imakegreatadsMarketing Course: https://www:brilliantmarketers:com/ ANDREWInstagram: https://instagram:com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch:comYouTube: https://www:youtube:com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www:andrewdeitsch:com/podcast

Jonathon Kendall (CEO of DealRaise, COO of LeadNurture) is an investor, author, copywriter, speaker, and avid reader. He stopped by the 4Media office to discuss personal growth, becoming an author, and why taking big risks leads to big rewards. From leading college mission trips in Guatemala to becoming CEO of multiple companies, Jonathon's path to success was filled with unexpected career changes, international moves, and a lot of philosophical thinking (though that last one is partially explained through his Philosophy Degree from Michigan State). In this episode, he chats with Eddie and Andrew about the internal keys to success, why you should focus on your personal goals as much as your career goals, and how self-awareness is the true secret behind creating success.FOLLOW JONATHON:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathon.kendall/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jonkenda TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathonkendall DealRaise: https://dealraise.com/LeadNurture: https://leadnurture.com/   TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro01:57 - Podcast Start02:19 - Growing up in a family of coal miners05:55 - Eddie lied to his parents about his GPA18:22 - Jonathon gets invited to DC for his Voting Registration Campaign21:17 - Make a ton of money to make a ton of impact22:22 - Thought experiment - How many times can you fold a paper in half?27:18 - Building a reputation by offering value before the sale30:37 - What Eddie wants from a mentor31:15 - The impact that Agency Founders will have on the future33:47 - Jonathon humbled Ivy League students in Guatemala38:13 - Why Culture Shock is like a Psychedelic Trip41:35 - Why Mike Tyson is one of Jonathon's favorite philosophers46:01 - Jonathon published his first novel while managing a restaurant49:16 - Why Jonathon lives the “Four Hour Work Week”50:52 - If someone listened to every podcast they could write a book about Andrew52:57 - How Jonathon discovered MentorBox56:37 - Jonathon wins a copywriting competition59:04 - How Jonathon convinced his wife to move to San Francisco1:04:16 - Grinding 24/7 was Jonathon's normal1:07:57 - Why 80 hour weeks are unsustainable1:09:06 - “Show up even when it's uncomfortable”1:12:06 - Jonathon explains why investing big money into big people pays off1:16:55 - Why streaming services should have an education section1:19:08 - Why Universities should feel threatened1:20:08 - Jonathon explains what being CEO at MentorBox was like1:23:19 - WHO YOU KNOW is more important than WHO KNOWS YOU1:24:22 - The 2 things Jonathon wished they did to grow MentorBox1:29:58 - Eddie explains what an attractive acquisition offer looks like1:32:42 - Raising capital is just like selling a new product to new leads1:36:27 - "Don't be a pansy"1:37:01 - Ironman competitors are normal people too1:40:27 - Chasing goals won't fill the emotional holes in your life1:41:47 - How getting shredded taught Eddie to push through suffering1:47:11 - You have to work with the circumstances you're given1:48:37 - Never eat junk food again, but add 5 years to your life?1:51:00 - How micro decisions impact the next 50 years1:53:00 - How to approach the devil's paradox?1:58:34 - The marshmallow test2:00:17 - Do you want to live a pleasurable life now or a longer life later?2:03:24 - Jonathon explains why self awareness is necessary to create purpose2:07:35 - How many hours of useless information have you consumed?2:10:52 - Jonathon's “F U” money goals2:15:54 - The only way to guarantee that you'll make it2:16:41 - The #1 signifier of success2:21:06 - How will you compete with technological advancements?2:27:37 - Why Artists will become the gatekeepers of entertainment2:33:37 - Jonathon is next door neighbors with the governor of Puerto Rico2:43:57 - Jonathon's two companies and how they work2:49:46 - Be realistic about what you actually want2:56:57 - Your ability to stay on the edge of the next thing is more important than skills3:02:57 - Where to follow Jonathon   FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch

Tommy Patterson & Brandon Fink (Co-Founders - WKND Agency) share stories of childhood trauma, making $15 million from KN-94 mask sales at the start of the pandemic, and how to create an agency that can't stop growing. In this episode, Tommy & Brandon share how they got into digital marketing, how they met and decided to team up, and the strategies they've used to grow WKND agency into the dominating force it is today…In under 6 months. They give their best tips to make accurate and profitable market predictions, and how to find clients that are willing to grow with you.    Tommy grew up with nothing, and after getting evicted at 9 decided “I'm going to be a millionaire.” He has since started multiple 7 figure businesses, attended and spoken at conferences all around the world, and has one of the fastest-growing agencies in the eCommerce space.  Brandon lived two lives as a child, between his father's trailer and his mom's two-story house. After his last attempt at college he got into sales, and since then has worked alongside Tommy Patterson to grow WKND agency into a multi-million dollar business.  Together Tommy and Brandon have generated over $420M in sales for their clients and have helped hundreds of businesses grow into 7 figure powerhouses.  FOLLOW TOMMY  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommypatterson Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommypatterson_ FOLLOW BRANDONInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wkndcmo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WKNDCMO FOLLOW WKND DIGITAL & WKND INVESTMENTSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wknddigital/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wknddigital WKND Digital Website: https://www.wknddigital.com/ WKND Investments Website: http://www.wkndinvestments.com TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Podcast Start02:20 - You Were A Child Of The Corn?04:40 - A Sidewalk, An Eviction, And The Start Of A Dream 10:51 - Wanna hear a crazy story?17:32 - A mid-life crisis at 2619:16 - Going back to school23:26 - Not doing anything that anyone couldn't do24:57 - When did you start WKND29:39 - Brandon's backstory36:54 - What Tommy and Brandon have in common38:03 - When Brandon met his wife41:59 - Brandon's last attempt at school 43:52 - Getting into sales44:51 - Brandon's on the news51:23 - Sleeping on a coach to find a job53:53 - Brandon starting his own brand56:16 - Where Tommy and Brandon met59:02 - Billboards01:00:26 - How they got connected01:32:00 - Don't focus on money01:02:13 - Do you think short-term money focus is greedy?01:05:60 - What they could create working together01:07:20 - Where are you located01:09:08 - Selling masks during the pandemic01:13:31 - Starting a business in a gold rush01:16:32 - Seeing the slow down coming01:17:16 - Starting WKND01:21:04 - What were the keys to scaling so quickly01:22:15 - How many  agencies did you acquire in 202101:24:12 - What he realized about eh agency game01:27:23 - Everyone you need is in this room01:29:27 - Is it even fair?01:36:25 - It's only mind-blowing because you never said you could do it (INSTA)01:39:42 - Anyone can make money01:44:22 - The most important part of the deals01:45:58 - What happens when it doesn't work01:49:13 - An example of the deals01:50:49 - Why businesses are created01:55:06 - The right client01:56:01 - What's a better way to grow01:57:16 - Own Your Clients02:05:20 - The first month with a client02:11:29 - Everybody's goals are so different02:12:35 - How does it work when they start sharing clients02:14:29 - how does the invoicing work?02:17:44 - The structure is determined by the people making the deal02:19:02 - types of agencies Tommy is acquiring02:22:37 - Talent acquisition is the only thing that can shorten this timeline02:25:27 - What are your goals this year?02:27:50 - "I'm just a guy who's going for it"02:29:24 - This is not for the faint of heart02:31:02 - Fortune Cookie02:32:21 - Where to find them02:33:25 - Competition is an Illusion FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIEInstagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREWInstagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Nick Shackelford (Founder: Structured Agency, Konstant Kreative, Geek Out) shares his story of being a Soccer Star to being an absolute Ecommerce LEGEND. If you don't know Nick Shackelford, and you're in the DTC Marketing space, you're simply not paying attention. One of the absolute OG's in the space, Nick has spoken at the biggest marketing events around the world, and has paved the way for millions of digital marketers around the world to navigate this strange world we're in.During this episode he shares why getting cut from LA Galaxy II was the best thing for his career, the ONE ANGLE that helped him sell millions in Fidget Spinners, his philosophy around selling to clients, what Nick is investing in, and his biggest tips for people just starting out in the agency space.Shack was one of the top people that we wanted as a guest, so having him on the show is a big deal for us. We are so grateful for him, and we hope you enjoy this episode. FOLLOW NICK SHACKELFORD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamnickshackelford/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamshackelford Structured: https://www.structured.agency/ Konstant Kreative: https://konstantkreative.com/ GeekOut Events: https://geekoutevents.io/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nick_shackelford   TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro03:30 - Podcast Start04:56 - Nick's College experience07:34 - Why Nick's professional soccer career getting cut short was the best thing14:24 - How Nick found himself marketing for Pepsi17:34 - How Nick discovered his talent in marketing20:14 - How Kids were making millions dropshipping in the early 2010s25:38 - How Nick made millions with fidget spinners36:25 - Why Nick believes practicing gratitude is so important40:49 - How Nick dealt with the Pandemic47:47 - What Nick and Eddie are Investing in50:37 - The secret behind the top performing portfolios in the world53:23 - Why Bitcoin is so powerful01:00:26 - How Bitcoin can revolutionize the electrical grid01:08:14 - Why Nick Shackelford left Common Thread Collective01:20:02 - Why transparency with your team is so tricky01:27:46 - Why Eddie is in the game of acquisition01:30:37 - Why training sales people is so hard01:42:33 - Why all money is NOT good money01:54:22 - Why everyone has their own idea of how it's going at the top02:07:49 - Nick's Advice to anyone starting a business FOLLOW 4MEDIA:YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChX4gP8T7zOKCTw4UDRkb6w Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Josh Chin & Louis Teo, (Founders of Chronos Agency, experts of email marketing) flew 18 hours from Singapore to share their secrets of managing a remote team, hiring top talent, and how they built their ecommerce email marketing agency out of their bedrooms.This was such a fun episode, you definitely don't want to miss it. FOLLOW JOSH & LOUIS:Website: https://chronos.agency/Chronos YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ChronosAgencyLifecycleMarketingAgency/ Listen to the Chronos Podcast: https://chronos.agency/podcast/ Chronos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chronosagency/ Josh's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshchinn/ Louis' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisteooo/ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro02:10 - Josh and Louis' Backgrounds08:01 - Andrew's friends were separated for months because of Covid09:33 - What Covid has been like in Singapore11:44 - Josh's story until 201915:32 - Josh's first time getting paid18:24 - Eddie's back story20:14 - What Louis does at Chronos20:51 - College Degree VS YouTube University23:29 - When Josh reached out to Louis27:22 - Hiring their first employee27:33 - Why did Josh reach out to Louis29:09 - The first hire at Chronos Agency32:18 - How to structure agency operations around a remote team33:54 - How Chronos structures their pods36:47 - Why they are the Smallest fish in a big pond38:20 - Josh's mindset towards material things43:55 - Running a remote team45:09 - How to hire and fire quickly47:02 - The risk of hiring top level talent48:08 - 4Media's HR structure50:39 - Why changing your mindset is so important55:27 - Why Remote work is more demanding56:35 - Slack vs Discord01:00:05 - How does Chronos manage remote communication01:02:08 - The problem with google docs01:05:17 - Having a rubric for each position01:09:11 - Different managers having different expectations01:11:38 - Josh's first course01:13:07 - The importance of writing and content01:14:28 - The importance of user experience01:18:34 - How Eddie almost got into the water bottle industry01:21:24 - Why Logistics for countries is so important01:27:39 - Why the USA will never catch up with China01:29:03 - The greater good over the individual01:32:42 - Why we should have a system to get rid of laws01:35:25 - Why there are Second class citizens in Malaysia01:38:53 - What are the future goals of Chronos01:42:48 - Growing Vertically vs Horizontally01:46:56 - How Amazon will screw you over01:48:17 - Will SMS marketing be replaced?01:53:57 - Predictions for the future of direct message communication01:57:11 - What will marketing in the metaverse look like?02:05:01 - Will one ecosystem win, or will many rise to the top?02:10:52 - Why did Crypto Punks blow up in the NFT space?02:12:45 - The biggest problem with collecting bitcoin02:13:59 - Fortune Cookie FOLLOW 4MEDIA: YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChX4gP8T7zOKCTw4UDRkb6w Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing?   EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/   ANDREWInstagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

With his company Klevr Solutions Icon produces some of the best events around. He strives to help companies reach their first $1,000,000 day through live vents. In this episode he breaks down exactly how he got here and oddly enough, why he doesn't believe in pigeons. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro02:33 - Who is Iconic Becker?03:26 - Iconic hates the letter C?04:39 - From videographer to event coordinator05:54 - Going for the biggest targets because they never look up.08:10 - Selling a $28,000,000 with one video09:29 - Using testimonials to collect data10:17 - When Covid hit11:24 - Where the transition point came13:00 - Pulling the data13:31 - What was the main thing wrong with events14:18 - One of the best events16:02 - Once they had the framework17:20 - When Icon reached out to Joel20:17 - Dan Bilzerian's assistant couldn't compete24:10 - Pulling off Joel's event against all odds26:13 - The Church of Chaplin27:27 - After the success with Joel28:18 - Why do you bring up Avatar so much?30:26 - What makes the events good?33:16 - Fluidity of education and having a start and stop36:28 - The best way to select speakers37:39 - Eddies props to Icon40:48 - Credit to his team42:54 - Testimonial feedback43:00 - If the tickets are expensive you must deliver43:37 - The #1 thing people remember from events44:30 - Making an event feel like an experience 45:53 - Are name tags necessary?48:04 - Taking care of the speakers50:44 - Quick delivery52:00 - The point of events53:34 - Agency Founders55:41 - A funny scenario59:00 - It's like a sport for Icon01:02:08 - What did you learn from your reality show?01:05:29 - Selling his show to HGTV01:07:55 - Where do you see things going virtually?01:11:32 - Experimenting outside of Facebook01:12:39 - Life 3.001:19:24 - What does Eddie think about it?01:21:32 - Why Icon documents everything01:23:22 - The fortune cookie01:25:17 - Where to find Iconic FOLLOW ICONInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconicbecker/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iconicbecker Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7temZ-6hhxw FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREWInstagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

He discusses with Eddie about what it's really like to run an agency, they break down the struggles and biggest challenges they have faced in an industry that fights to uphold a flawless perception. Together they are hosting one of the best events out there to kick off the year strong.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro01:18 - Start01:57 - How's the business going?03:22 - What are the biggest problems in your business?04:17 - What positions are positions of leadership?05:30 - What is media buying looking like for you guys right now?06:12 - What it Costs to be #106:55 - Platforms want you to get better performance but it IS A SALE08:47 - Its one of the hardest times ever10:30 - It comes down to two things12:58 - Client Examples15:00 - The problems with having young companies17:00 - Why is it hard to create leaders20:23 - The importance of revisions21:57 - Who is the person who will check your gaps22:54 - Biggest pet peeves and workarounds25:35 - Company wide updates27:03 - What's Vivid Vision?27:52 - How Ashton deployed complete transparency29:14 - Andrew's fix30:53 - Team updates33:51 - What kind of company do I want?35:22 - Is it harder to build leadership remotely?37:06 - There's nothing wrong with clocking in and out42:47 - Ashton building his office45:30 - Company vision47:04 - How companies negotiate their buyout48:43 - Why are cash buyouts going down?51:50 - How eddie would sell a company53:44 - AGENCY FOUNDERS LIVE58:23 - OutroTHE AGENCY FOUNDERS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theagencyfounders Website: http://theagencyfounders.com/ FOLLOW ASHTON:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashton.shanks/ Hemon Media: https://thehemongroup.com/ FOLLOW 4MEDIA:Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/4mediamarketing Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNx7auVTseV865Mu1CZX0WQ Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Our guest today is George Yu, an Inventor, Entrepreneur, Real Estate Investor, and Pilot. This episode breaks down his perception of money and how he was able to use it to propel himself forward through business endeavors, inventions, Shark Tank and now real estate. George provides such valuable insight and knowledge from his experiences they even hint to a part 2 of the podcast.  FOLLOW GEORGE YU:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyuu/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH2wBk-kiite5-Isuv5Ui5A TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro02:58 - George's Past11:45 - How George was raised to look at money15:48 - When Eddie's mindset towards money changed17:22 - Unlearning what we have been taught21:28 - Working at CiCi's to save money22:57 - George moved out when he was 1624:26 - After seeing both sides where do you fall27:11 - Spending money on food31:24 - Get your kid to be independent ASAP32:36 - George's college experience34:20 - George invested into stocks37:11 - George transferred to UGA41:38 - He dropped out42:59 - Parents relationship with their kids47:23 - Copping on his own & flying51:06 - Eddie couldn't sit at his own wedding55:00 - The Wind Pouch59:26 - Shark Tank01:07:48 - Eddie's asking price01:10:45 - After the Wind Pouch01:13:43 - George's Past01:16:35 - Real-Estate01:22:40 - What is a CAP rate?01:27:09 - Following the crowd01:30:00 - The world is changing01:35:03 - When Covid hit01:35:58 - Rent like Google01:41:16 - Waste and reuse01:43:27 - Further advice & Part 2?01:59:49 - George's fortune cookie FOLLOW 4MEDIA:YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChX4gP8T7zOKCTw4UDRkb6w Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIEInstagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREWInstagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch} Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast

Abhish Desai ( @thedesailifestyle ) as he breaks down the truth of being a fitness influencer, payment, brand deals, growth, and the dangers of what he does. Gain extremely valuable insight from all angles of this type of work. FOLLOW ABHISH:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedesailifestyle/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhish-desai-80437ab9 Twitter: https://twitter.com/desaiabhish Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/THEDESAILIFESTYLE TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro03:35 - Abhish's early life and law school 06:10 - Finding himself & his start in fitness08:18 - How he started his Instagram and gained a following11:26 - What made his content stand out12:47 - When he started putting in the work to grow and make money13:28 - Doesn't even know where his law degree is?17:21 - Abhish's new pitch21:57 - But what about ballet?24:00 - How the fuck do you make money?26:55 - The scary part of what he does38:20 - Who else does he work with?32:41 - Benefits of working solo35:36 - Stability of a home35:58 - How to get started38:08 - Making decisions based on YOUR cards40:25 - Platforms and Speed42:53 - Companies want the highest level of output45:57 - How big is your email list?46:38 - What happened to Instagram?56:23 - The new app to make money on59:34 - So back to the email list01:01:42 - Payment or views?01:02:36 - Best way to get in touch with a brand01:03:36 - Permanency!01:09:11 - How an email list would hep01:11:03 - Andrew and his gifs01:13:24 - Permanent everything01:14:09 - What Eddie wants him to do01:15:01 - Wheels to walking 01:15:59 - Cool email strategy 01:17:20 - Give them free value01:18:20 - Hustle porn01:20:37 - When it comes to putting in work 01:24:42 - Neoreach & focusing on his brand01:28:29 - Global ads pay less01:30:12 - Seen the repercussions of putting all your eggs in one basket01:35:30 -Are you getting paid up front?01:37:41 - How much they paid Morgan Freedman for no views01:39:51 - One fortune cookie sentence    FOLLOW 4MEDIA:YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChX4gP8T7zOKCTw4UDRkb6w Website: https://4media.marketing/Join Our Team: https://4media.marketing/jobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4media.marketing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4media.marketing? EDDIE Instagram: https://instagram.com/eddiemaalouf Twitter: https://twitter.com/imakegreatads Marketing Course: https://www.brilliantmarketers.com/ ANDREW Instagram: https://instagram.com/andrew_deitsch Website: https://andrewdeitsch.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/andrewdeitsch Andrew's Other Podcast: https://www.andrewdeitsch.com/podcast