In this episode, Daniel sits down with Gerard Adams. And, if this meeting is any indication of what the future holds, a beautiful, beneficial brotherhood is brewing between the two of them. In a sneak peak, Gerard shares his Social Currency concept, and describes his plan to get his Fownders institution into the heart of inner cities. Gerard’s lifetime goal is to leave a legacy of authenticity and mentorship to the real people behind the follows and likes.
Key Takeaways:
[3:32] Vlogging new ideas that stem from solutions for everyday problems.
[7:52] The probability of success increases when you get granular in your target market.
[11:10] Courage is getting comfortable with fear.
[12:46] Building a culture to attract millennials.
[16:50] Facebook live is the real thing.
[20:16] Youtube stars are bigger than actors now.
[22:54] Making money on content is a long-term play.
[27:35] Jiu Jitsu and entrepreneurship work hand in hand.
[32:07] Your business is a representation of where you are in your life.
[39:57] Gerard thought he was invincible, and then the market crashed.
[49:10] There are real people, live, behind the likes.
[57:47] Gerard steps up as a leader by building his Social Currency.
[70:07] The story behind Fownders and Building 20.
[74:46] The Lightning Round.
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