Starts With A Vision Podcast RELOADED

In this 59th Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about 2 things that you must Master in Ecommerce and Direct to Consumer if you want to experience Long Term Success. These are two things, but not the only things. 

On the 58th Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about how to get people to buy into your Brand. Once you know and learn how to get people to buy into your Brand you become very powerful because you are building a true community. Community is the key to building any type of brand. 

In the 57th Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about Vanity metrics and if you are focused on Vanity Metrics. Don't be the Founder or Entrepreneur that is focused on and fixated on metrics that are surface level and vanity. Focus on the substance, because that's what will get you where you want to go. 

On the 56th Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about why you shouldn't be trying to go Viral. The way to create your Viral Moment is to Simply be Consistent with what  you are doing and then your viral moment will happen and you will be ready for that viral moment. 

In this 55th Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about how to go from having a Brick and Mortar to thriving in Ecommerce and DTC. It's not as hard as one may think, because of the fact that there is already something established with a Brick and Mortar. 

On this 54th Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about when you should get a Storefront. Everyone is in such a Rush to get a StoreFront, so I decided to create an episode to show you how to do it the right way and not get yourself in a bad situation or position. 

On this 53rd Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about the mindset difference between a founder who is making $100k/yr and a founder making $1M/yr + Per year. There is a huge difference in mindset between these two type of people and I break it down to show you what the differences are.  

In this 52nd Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about Influencer Marketing and the dark side to it. There is a side to influencer marketing that people don't talk about and you want to be sure about and think about before you start going and trying to do influencer marketing. 

In the 51st episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about the 4 elements that will create a solid and strong brand from the perspective of Ecommerce and DTC. 

In the 50th Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about how customization isn't the best or greatest thing for your business or brand. Often times we thing we want these customized products, but it's logistically a Nightmare. 

On the 49th Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about how and why Positioning is more important than Marketing. So much emphasis and attention and energy has been put onto marketing that people have seriously forgot about every other aspect of business, so I want to talk about how Positioning is more important than Marketing. 

In this Episode we are talking about whether you should be the face of your Brand or not. Both will come with some Advantages, but it truly does depend on what your Long term goals are. Being the face isn't always good and being the face isn't always bad. You just have to know what your long term goals are. 

In this 47th Episode of the Podcast we are talking about how much are you investing into the growth of yourself and also your business. Your Business is an Asset that you should be investing in in a Multitude of different ways. You could be Investing in marketing, Inventory, your team, your infrastructure and so much more. The Key is Literally to keep investing into things that will bring you back that desired return. 

In the 46th Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are Talking about how to Stand Out in a Crowded Industry and Distinguish Yourself. Business will continue to get more Competitive and it's Important to put yourself in a position where you have a strong Advantage and that's what we are covering in Today's Podcast Episode. 

In Episode 45 of the Podcast We are Speaking about the Magic of an Offer. An Offer is like the Secret Sauce to Ecommerce and selling on the Internet. Once you Learn how to sell the same Product 3-5 Different ways you are Cracking your Own Code and also Creating your Own Blueprint. 

In Episode 44 of the SWAV Podcast we are Talking about how to Systemize Your Output. Systemizing your Output is the most Important thing because it gives your space and time so that your Company can Actually Grow. You Need to put a System in place that helps you produce a Greater Output that that you can Accomplish more while doing Less. 

In this 43rd Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about a Lifestyle Business Vs. A Real Business and what are the differences. A Lifestyle Business is more surface level, but In Order to Build a REAL Business you are going to have to make more sacrifices and be more Long Term Minded as well. Building a Real Business is tough and challenging, but it's much more rewarding for the Long Term. 

In this Episode we are speaking about the Cycles of business you will be facing inside of your Direct To Consumer Business. Business is a Long Term Commitment and it is Extremely Important to focus on what's Important and what is Important is Understanding the Cycles of your Business so that you're not Stressing out when you should be relaxed and poise. 

On this Episode of the 41st Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about how the answer to your Problem is BRAND. Anything you are going through in your Company can be Fixed by you focusing on Doubling down on your BRAND and not JUST the Numbers. Numbers are only one part of the story and the way a Company Operates. Going into your BRAND is how your Company will really be able to grow for the Long Term. 

Today is Monday and it's another Episode of the Starts With A Vision Podcast. And today we are speaking about how to build out a team for your Direct To Consumer Brand. Direct To Consumer isn't going anywhere, and only going to become more prevalent and is the most powerful business model on the planet. If you want to be successful you will need a Successful team behind you and in this episode you are going to get just that. 

In the 39th Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about how to have a Successful Product Launch. When launching a Product it's Extremely Important to think about the Sustainability of what that Launch will be. Sustainability is More Important than a Big Launch because what happens after the launch? 

In Episode 38 We are talking about getting back to the basics in your Business, and basics being Email, text, and Consistency because doing the Basics over a Long Period of time will give you Long term Massive Results in your Business because those results will Compound Over Time. 

This Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are focused on Trends vs. Principles and what are the differences. Trends are a Short Term Decision and Principles are a Long term thing that can positively change your life and Business for the better. Operate on Principles not Trends. 

In Episode 36 we talk about when you should think about taking Growth Capital on for your Direct To Consumer Brand. Even if you don't want to money immediately or need it, it's something you should think about and even be aware of because when you are aware of things your likelihood for Success increases. 

In the 35th Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about the Direct To Consumer Business Model Vs. Wholesaling in your business and this is the Product Based Business as well. The Direct To Consumer Business Model has so many benefits compared to wholesale and It's a much more long term and Sustainable Option that you can take rather than Relying on getting in Stores for them to Sell Your Products. 

In this Episode of the SWAV Podcast We are talking about when you should hire an Ads Agency for your Direct To Consumer Brand. Hiring an Ad Agency isn't just a hand off and go. It's a Consistent thing you are going to have to do and work at because Running Ads Requires a Certain Strategy and without Strategy you will Suffer. You also want to ask yourself how much do I know about Marketing to my Customers because if something happens you want to be able to know how to Market to your Customers while still getting the same amount of Results as well. 

In Episode 33 of the Starts With A Vision Podcast we are talking about never compromising your Inner Creativity. A lot of times people don't understand the power of their own Creativity and their Creativity is what will get them where they  want to go Long Term. Never Compromise what got you HERE. use your creativity and go all in on what you're looking to Truly Accomplish. 

In the 32nd Episode we talk about how Reality Catches Up with what you consistently do. No matter how you are growing your Direct To Consumer Brand it is Extremely Important to know and Understand that the Reality you're looking to create only catches up with what you consistently do. 

The 31st Episode of the SWAV Podcast is about how Less is more in Business and Simplicity is absolute Key to Scaling your Product based business. Once you master Simplicity you master Efficiency, and Once you Master Efficiency you Master Success. 

This is the SWAV Podcast Reloaded and in this Episode we talk about the Intangibles of Content. Content is Something that you can't always see what the ROI is, but the Content will change the Trajectory of your business if you give it time. Content is the Fuel of every DTC Brand because Content Creates Attention that you can Funnel people to your Website and collect Data and Convert into a Customer. Without Content you will be a Confused Sitting Duck.  

In this Episode of the SWAV Podcast Reloaded we are speaking about Creating Your Own Blueprint. We are in a Place where Most people are simply copying and pasting rather than Mastering themselves and really allowing themselves to Be Fully Authentic. At the end of the day don't be afraid to be you. 

In this Episode we are speaking about the difference between a Customer Base and an Email List. they are definitely different things and we have to map out the difference because if you can fully understand the difference it can Revolutionize your Business and the way you handle business and operate your Direct To Consumer Business. 

In the 27th Episode of the SWAV Podcast we are talking about never Competing on Price. If you're trying to Build a Solid and Sustainable Brand you never want to focus on Price. Focus on Brand and building that Equity rather than focusing on the price of the product, otherwise that's all people will see you as. 

The Direction of this Podcast is solely focusing on Direct To Consumer Information and the Direct To Consumer Business Model. If you want to build a Sustainable Direct To Consumer Brand there is nothing wrong with Starting Small In order to go Big. The Biggest Brands in the world have started Small and then went Big over time. 

Today, we're gonna be talking about a different approach to your goals, how to accomplish your goal faster, and how you blow your mind doing it. Important things discussed in this episode:How to Accomplish your Goal Faster:Write Down Your Goals (This is a special trick.)Build A Success of Mindset. Consider your Overarching Goals.Own your Energy and Power of your Goals. Create a Massive Connection as if it already happened.This practice is a good special trick of some of the biggest business communities. It forces you to strategize your current progress and to brainstorm your plan of attack. A positive mindset helps you find the silver linings in the storm clouds and enables you to visualize your goal so you can “see” yourself achieving your dreams.Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com.

Today, we're gonna be talking about how you become a better individual. This is not about the money that grows or entrepreneurship but the reflection of the person you become when things are going to fall apart and fall together perfectly.Important things discussed in this episode:Things to remember when everything is Fall Apart:Embrace the changes.Keep going, everything happens for a reason.Be Positive in life.Avoid Negativity.Keep Calm and Carry on.Learn from your mistake.Work Balance and Self-encouragement.It takes enormous courage to believe things can be different right now but once you accept and embrace the changes. you can see or even imagine that life is designed to shine and grow into new ones. It's about learning to thrive in the times when you fall apart.Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com.

Today, we're gonna be talking about Quantifying your Progress and Goals because that's the only way to be able to know what progress is.Important things discussed in this episode:Ways to measure your own progress:Keep a Tracking System (Keep a record)Create a Checklist (Simplify your task)Stay on course.Complete a monthly/weekly personal view.And Rate your progress.By setting measurable goals, keep track of them. It doesn't matter what progress has been made, the important thing is to identify the key metric, and quantifying your goals will help track the progress. you need to keep yourself on track with your goals. Without measuring your progress, there is no way you can know how you’re doing.Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com.

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Today, we're gonna be talking about Short and Long term Mind Individuals as an entrepreneur, as a business professional, or as a person. Important things discussed in this episode:Type of Individuals you wanna be as an Entrepreneur:Have Long Term Vision.Have the Core Values.Have A Vision.Have a Self Sustaining Ability.Ready To Expand Into New Opportunities.You're gonna be asking yourself what kind of individual you are, what is your reason, and what your intention is. But It is important to build a diverse set of skills and apply and to give more time to work as a successful individual.Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com .

Today, we're gonna be talking about how your diet can affect your performance of what food you eat. Important things discussed in this episode:How Diet can Affect your Performance:You can be Mentally Drained.Can literally Change your Mood.Self- control Goes Out. The level of Activity.Leads to Fatigue.Increase Stress and Depression.The performance you make is directly impacted by the foods you eat. It requires proper nutrition to build the increase of strength and speed on a daily basis. When you eat right it helps you live a balanced life and perform better. Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com .

Today, we're gonna be talking about how your body is a tool and how you carry out and a gift of purpose. Important things discussed in this episode:Ways of your body Tool To live in a Purpose:Taking care of your Mind and Body.Self-care.Proper Sleep and Rest.Do Exercise.Have Body and Mental Meditation.Give yourself permission to rest and live with a purpose. It is the gift of awareness and the greatest challenge. Live life to wake up each morning and eager to face a new day.Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com .

Today, we're gonna be talking about the strategy of transitioning your job into full-time Entrepreneurship. Important things discussed in this episode:Key Steps When Transitioning to Full-Time Entrepreneur:You must be Mentally and Psychologically ready.Financially Prepared.Invest yourself first, then your Business.Soak Information. ( Be knowledgeable ) Understanding your Mindset. ( whenever there is a conflict between the conscious and the subconscious mind.)Align yourself to do something you really love.You have to understand at some point in time you're gonna have to leave your job, you will be ready to be a full blow entrepreneur and must be ready to embrace your business full time. You're gonna make it happen, play the game of success. Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com .

Today, we're gonna be talking about Equity versus Cash. The differences and how important Equity In our life.Important things discussed in this episode:Deciding Between Equity and Cash. Make an Honest Assessment. Do Investment Wise. Do Market Opportunity.There are no guarantees in choosing between cash and equity. This is a personal decision to make based on individuals and who have the ability to create more value. Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com .

Today, we're talking about money as a tool, not a master. This is an important thing to talk about and an important concept of the relationship of money in your life. Important things discussed in this episode:Money’s Role in your Life:Take this Tool to Achieve a better Quality of Education, Business, and higher Wor-Output. The Quality of Living.Pay Yourself First.Use The Money for Solving Your Financial Problems. Money is essential that helps you to run your life, practically to sustain your future needs and you must know how to value it. Rember, Master your money, Don't let it master you. Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com.

Today, we're gonna be talking about Trust Issues. This is a very deep topic to address the problem that is holding you back.Important things discussed in this episode:How To Overcome Trust Issues:Trust yourself first.Developing Self- Trust to make it easier to trust others.Figure out the root of every problem.Refine yourself for every single day.Learn how to let go of the pain, learn to let go that bad things happen, and figure it out. Start getting quality people around you and the things are gonna start coming.Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com.

Today, we're gonna be talking about the Subconscious Mind on how to Reprogram the Subconscious-Mind in your life to become more efficient and more productive.Important things discussed in this episode:Ways of how to Reprogram the Subconscious-Mind more productive:Listen to fast music. ( like rock, country music, rap, Hip-Hop, or RNB )Listen to Binaural Beats.Journaling for Self-Discovery. ( Keeping A Daily journal for positive change.)Elevate the Version of yourself. You have to consciously attack the Subconscious-Mind or Reprogramming yourself and ask yourself “ Why”. Reflect and meditate, affirm yourself in positive ways, and stay in the course.Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com

Today, we're gonna be talking about Content Marketing with Candera Thompson (Hair Care) the owner of Bask & Bloom Essentials. Important things discussed in this episode:The Growth of Content Marketing:Have Organic and Authentic Marketing.Focus On High Quality of Digital Marketing.Have a Customer Engagement Strategy.Have a Plan or Vision. Focus on Data and Marketing Aspects.Always focus on the Vision and have the right mindset. Own it and have the action, your gonna hit the ground. Wake up and do not make excuses anymore. Turn down anything that wasn't part of that vision.Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com.

Today, we're gonna be talking about the Psychology behind to be able to have a successful business. Our first guest is Jade Booker. She is the owner of Koils By Nature. Important things discussed in this episode:To be able to have a successful business.The knowledge about the Needs of Customers(Target Audience)Market Research.Product Knowledge.Marketing Strategy.The Aspect of Control.Team Empowerment.Building Relationships. (To your Customers and distributors.)Do Not Be Desperate. ( don't be desperate about your decision and your position )The Authenticity of who you are. Have a Vision. If you know what you wanna do, the money will come. Be true to yourself, never stop dreaming. Don't be afraid to Collaborate. Collaboration isn't easy. But it is essential for your success.Always remember that everything you do in life starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com.

Today, we're gonna talking about making money versus built-in actual business. Important things discussed in this episode:The power of understanding the concept:Solo Mindset. Self Sustaining Business.Be the art of Consistency.You have to focus on what you really truly deeply want to create. Once you figure it out, you are going to be the most powerful individual. If your gonna get to another level of your business, your level of responsibility increases your gonna fight for every single day of what you truly want. Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com.

Today, we're gonna be talking about how you can reverse engineer, Your empire, how can you predict your future, how can you predict your wildest dream happen that everybody likes people who have started a business, and how you can even get there?Important things discussed in this episode:Boost Tips in order to get there:In The Mind - that everything you do or trying to accomplish is going to start once you trying to define the objective or the ultimate goal of this.Focus on your Goal.Make It Simple.Create Your Path.You must have the ultimate goal and write down the steps of what truly goals is because it is so much easier to hit your target. Respect, be patient and understand the process. Do not try to harsh and hard on yourself just focus on your goal.Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com.

Today, we're going to talk about standing out in a saturated market.There is truly no such thing as saturation when you are educated on the right things.Important things discussed in this episode:How to stand out in a saturated market:Think about things a lot different to get different results and eventually will lead you to innovations.Assets that you will buildUnderstanding your UVP (Unique Value Proposition)Knowing your core valuesFocus on what is going to make us stand out in the marketTaglinesCommercials and CampaignsYou just have to be fearless, and educate yourself. The more you educate yourself, the more you become dangerous.The key to all of this is information. The more potent information that you acquire, the less fearful you're going to be.Don't allow the fear and the uncertainty to stop you from making a decision that could change your life forever.Always remember that everything you do in life, it starts with a vision. And I'm gonna catch you guys on the next episode.Until next time visionaries. If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and check out the world's first inspirational eyewear company at www.swaveyewear.com .