Want to know Edward’s story? Watch his video “How I Quit My Job | Pursuing Your Passion” (https://youtu.be/InlQGOinPFo) AGENDA 🔥Background on Edward Lee’s 🔥Developing Tunnel Vision Focus 🔥Should You Quit Your Job To Follow Your Passion? 🔥Tips to an Audience on Social Media 🔥 Audience Q + A 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Edward’s Info: Edward’s website: ...…

Dee Murthy is Co-Founder of Los Angeles based Five Four Group and Young & Reckless. Five Four/MenloClub is the leading men’s fashion membership e-commerce platform with a portfolio of five brands that include: New Republic by Mark McNairy, Grand AC and Oshenta. He is also a seasoned investor and partner at Queenbridge Venture Partners and partn ...…

Ep. #67 is featuring @Jerseychamps Founder Sean Kelly @Jerseychamps is a custom jersey business with a following of over 1 million on Instagram We talked about how Sean turned his initial $1,000 investment into a brand that has been worn by top influencers and Celebrities like 2 chainz, Logic, and Khalid and even our current president Donald Tr ...…

Kelsey Davis is the Co-Founder and CEO of CLLCTVE, an agency that develops collegiate creatives, in partnership with universities across the country, to develop Creative Solutions for brands looking to reach the Generation Z consumer market. Prior to CLLCTVE, Kelsey worked in production for Conde Nast Entertainment. Hailing from Atlanta, GA, sh ...…

ONE OF MY FAVORITE INTERVIEWS TO-DATE From life in Utah to now running the social media and influencer program for K-Swiss, Omar’s story is a rollercoaster ride. Through it all, he’s remained determined, persistent, and laser-focused. ??Growing Up in Utah ??Omar's Music Label, Damn Son! ??Moving to Seattle with $17 ??Life at K Swiss ??????????? ...…

About Justin Quebral: ?24 ?Grew up in Alhambra, used to live in Glendale - first generation Asian in America for my fam ?One older brother - 12 years apart helped him purchase his first camera ?Notable collabs: Nordstrom, Google - from working closely with polydeux (Mariel Cornel), Kswiss, Liberty Fairs (tradeshow), Jins Eyewear ??????????????? ...…

What's up guys?!As we wrap up month one of 2019, it's time to sit back and reflect on if we've been acting on our goals. I decided to repost one of my favorite Real Talk episodes because I think this episode is super relevant to many people especially as we head into 2019. The reality is: You don't have time, you make time. If you don't make ti ...…

“Established visual media designer based out of Savannah, GA. From graphic design to music videos, to photography and motion design, I love everything that has to do with marketing and promotion. I strive to perfect my creative vision, in hopes to work with clients who need help pushing their brand and image to a professional standard. Some of ...…

For this special in person podcast I traveled to Berkeley, CA to pay a visit to the brains behind the GOODFISHING operation. In 5 years, GOODFISHING went from concept to selling out their clothes on their online webstore (www.good-fishing.co) The brand was founded by bestfriends Vicken Donikian & Samuel Bostick who met on the first day of colle ...…

Kenzo Sobrie (@knzo on Instagram) began his journey in entreprenuership by selling pokemon cards in the 1st grade. By 8th grade he was selling his own print-on t-shirts. But everything really changed for Kenzo in November of 2017 when he met his mentor mentor Jeff Bunting. He invested over $4,000 in order to learn Ebay dropshipping. Kenzo gradu ...…

Shay Rowbottom is the co-founder of Margle Media, a fast growing social-media marketing startup out of Milwaukee that specializes in viral video creation. Shay originally dropped out of college to pursue her aspirations of becoming a musician, but after years struggling to make it and finding herself dissatisfied with her progress in the entert ...…

HAPPY 2019 THANKS FOR LISTENING TO REAL TALK #13!!Questions from Wednesday, January 2nd Instagram Live-Stream:Why are you still making episodes?@alfredo sequoidaHow to grow your brand in the micro with the impact of giving value in the macro?@stylewithkicksHow do you stay ambitious?@caseytolentinoIs a relationship valuable while building a busi ...…

WELCOME TO THE LAST EPISODE OF WORK IN PROGRESS PODCAST FOR 2018!!!On a trip back to my college town of San Luis Obispo, I decided to stop by and record a panel-style with 3 talented creators from SLO. ??????????????????????This podcast collaboration is featuring:Jared Fisher-Director ??? @stairwaypictures @stairwayshellsFounder of @creatorsnet ...…

Since I'm currently on a family vacation in Vermont, I decided to repost one of my favorite episodes from 2018 in case any new listeners haven't heard this one. “Instead of dropping out, you’re actually dropping into something” I interviewed Leann Abad and Sarah Grosz for the podcast and they explained that dropping out of college was not about ...…

Brema Brema is one of the founding members of the Urban Misfit Ventures and an overall badass creative. Brema grew up in a refugee camp in Sudan and with the help of the United Nations he and his family were able to move to the United States. Initially, he didn't fit in and was bullied at school. But rather than use that negative energy in a ha ...…

What's up everyone! Welcome to Real Talk Episode #12 (crazy to think that I've been live streaming for 12 weeks now!) For you any Work in Progress newbies - Real Talk is a series where I go Instagram live with some of the dopest creators and entrepreneurs. Real Talk #12 featured Omar Prestwich current Social Media Community Manager at K Swiss!I ...…

Kelsey Davis is the Co-Founder and CEO of CLLCTVE, an agency that develops collegiate creatives, in partnership with universities across the country, to develop Creative Solutions for brands looking to reach the Generation Z consumer market. Prior to CLLCTVE, Kelsey worked in production for Conde Nast Entertainment. Hailing from Atlanta, GA, sh ...…

For Real Talk #11 (Episode 52 of the Work in Progress podcast) Finn and I talked about the following topics:??Introductions??Life as a Digital Nomad??Trusting Your Gut??Productivity Hacks / App Recommendations??Here's a couple -https://www.toggl.com/ (Time Management)No more YouTube Recommendations (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/rem ...…

Welcome to episode 51 of the Work in Progress podcast Yoshi Tabata grew up with both his parents being deaf. This played into his love for music and he found music as the outlet to express himself.At only 15 years old, Yoshi dropped out of high school and moved out of his parents house to pursue his dream of making it in the music industry. Yos ...…

With the rise of technology, social media has proven to be a dominating force in recent years. The ability to amplify your thoughts and perspective to the internet at this scale has never been done until now. Some of us passively use Instagram to stay connected with friends and family. Others have built entire businesses off the platform. Jade ...…

Jaime Cohen is a dynamic individual which is showcased in the different experiences she’s had. Whether it was comedy, salsa-dancing, or now full-time entreprenuership, she noticed that at the core of it all communication was an important thread throughout her life.She is the creator of ?TheRightWords?, which teaches individuals and organization ...…

Whether you're a high school senior or college graduate we've all had those, "now what?!" moments. The future is scary and can cause a lot of anxiety. What's super crucial in these moments is to be true to yourself and continue hustling on the things you find enjoyable.If you have to find a full-time job to support your side hustle then my #1 t ...…

Imagine going on a cross country road trip but with no navigation…It would seem pretty impossible, right?That’s kind of what it’s like navigating your career journey without a mentor is like. Mentors are there to guide you along the way and help you in those “omg what do I do moments”I’ll be honest finding a good mentor is no easy task. It’s an ...…

As the internet has become more and more prevalent in our society, there's been a big debate on college and if the price matches up with the value. Personally, as a first generation American my parents always viewed college as the gateway to a better life. Now with social media platforms like Instagram and YouTube, more and more internet savvy ...…

As my skateboard laid on the edge of the cement half-pipe, I had one thought,“This will be the last attempt, I’m going to land it this time.”The next thing I knew I was lifting my face from the ground and there was blood everywhere.My failed attempt at dropping in at the skatepark cost me $700 in medical expenses and 4 stitches under my chin. S ...…

Thank you to everyone who tuned into this week's Instagram live with Brandon Marquez. If you want to watch the next one, follow me @tiffanyparra_ on Instagram. ??How much should you save?? Basic finance principles for millennials ??How to start investing for beginners??Why does money matter??Live Streams will now be at 8 PM on every Wednesday?? ...…

From $- 900 in his bank account to full-time entrepreneur, Quentin Allums has demonstrated tremendous resilience in his path to starting the Urban Misfit Ventures. Talking to Quentin, I realized it's not about who believes in you. It's about how badly do you believe in yourself. When you feel like you're on the brink of failure, do you give up? ...…

Thank you to everyone who tuned into this week's Instagram live!This real talk episode is all about:??Keys to Finding the Right Cofounders for a Project??Failing forward ??Mentorship??Knowing When to Pivot ??How Marc Baghadjian is Revolutionizing Dating with His App, SkippitMarc's info:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcbaghadjian/marcbaghadjianCo ...…

YouTuber. Twitch-Streamer. Entrepreneur. LinkedIn Creator. Eric Didier is not the type of creative to live in a box. As his nickname 'Dids' goes, Eric is all about doing. Whether that's creating a LinkedIn video for 90 straight days or quitting his full-time job to co-found a company, Eric is a doer. Eric's story showcases the value of what can ...…

We all want results fast. How can we buy something that will make us richer, better, smarter faster? Well, it doesn't exist. ? Long-term goals may not be "sexy" but they're necessary. When you know what you're striving for you'll know if your current situation aligns with that. I've seen people quit jobs after a month or quit on projects becaus ...…

Ray Ahn was on track to attend medical school when he realized his life had a different path. He did some research on online businesses and discovered social media and the monetization behind platforms like Instagram.Ray is now a social media consultant, marketer, and growth hacker.He has built over hundreds of thousands of followers in differe ...…

When you see a wall in front of you, you have 3 options:1. Turn around and go back in the direction you came.2. Break it down. 3. Walk around it. Julian Gambao's story is a perfect representation of what can happen when you choose to take a creative approach to a big life problem.From a young age, he was inspired by Coca Cola's impeccable adver ...…

We all have those days (or weeks) where it feels like nothing is going our way. Last week was one of those weeks for me. I had lost my car keys on my trip to Arizona and spent the whole week frustrated that I could not happen. Here are 3 things I did to get myself out of the negativity of last week: ?Recognized that I was in a slump. I knew my ...…

In a matter of months, Amanda went from full-time medical student to starting her own business and living with a billionaire inventor. Her story demonstrates what can happen when you step outside of your comfort zone. Amanda's startup Mark Your Map is a scrapbook and travel app in one. The app is currently a work in progress but Amanda has lear ...…

It’s 10x easier to say yes than to say no.Especially when the person asking is a friend. Business is not always black and white.It’s a people-centered industry and fostering relationships is a big part of it. So how do you say no to someone who you’re friends with? Natalie Riso graduated USC as the #1 most followed student on the platform. Her ...…

Natalie Riso went from ghost writing LinkedIn posts as part of a summer internship to being the #1 most followed student on the platform.She has been on the platform for three years now and has seen evolved over time especially with the introduction of video.Natalie is undoubtedly one of the hardest working people I know.After graduating from U ...…

I believe it was winter of 2017 when I watched this Ted Talk by Laura Vanderkam called How to Gain Control of Your Free Time.I was sitting in my room with no internship lined up for that summer.Then it hit me.. I was creating this false narrative that I didn't have enough time to look for a job not because I was actually too busy but because de ...…

From selling random items door-to-door as a kid to leading a team of 8 Gen Z marketers, Raymond Tran is proof of what can happen when you work hard and build a team of passionate people. Ray is the 19 year old founder behind MediaZen Digital. The marketing agency is entirely staffed by content creators within Generation Z. They focus on digital ...…

Introducing the new solo series, Real Talk.Every Friday I'll be sharing a value, story, or life lesson with all of you. This week's focus is consistency. In this episode I talk about the importance of it, how to quantify your work, and my own struggles with staying consistent. I really want this series to be a one-on-one between me and you!Reac ...…

Guys, season 2 is here!! I'm so stoked for what's in store for this podcast. What can you expect?- At least one full-length interview and solo podcast a week- More video micro-content with guests (make sure to follow me on IG and LinkedIn)- Special surprisesIn this episode, I share an interview I did with Rob Johnston of the Meet the Creative's ...…

Season 1 Finale is featuring the jack-of-all-trades Manu Goswami. Manu has been building businesses since the age of 10.The 21 year old canadian entrepreneur, speaker, and LinkedIn influencer has a certain self-awareness that is achieved through years of turning ideas into realities. In this episode, we uncover the backstory behind his latest v ...…

“Instead of dropping out, you’re actually dropping into something”I interviewed Leann Abad and Sarah Grosz for the podcast and they explained that dropping out of college was not about disconnecting from education.Rather it was a way for them to further their education in their respective fields. For Leann, that meant dropping out to work on hi ...…

After being rejected from all the conservatories which he applied to. Coy White decided to buy a ticket to the UK. Unfortunately, things didn’t get much easier from there. As a BMX rider, Coy wanted to fulfill his dreams of traveling and riding his bike in unseen streets. But, it just seemed like he couldn’t catch a break. Transporting the bike ...…

We all have the power to make an impact.But what separates those who change the world and those who are simply a part of it is action. Rich Kim is changing the world by using a device that we all have in our pocket- a smart phone. Rich is the founder of the Gen Z foundation which mobilizes Gen Z content creators and influencers to tackle the wo ...…

It all started with an InMail titled “Podcast Guest” back in April.Life got hectic so I made a mental note to respond, but forgot. One month later, I reached back out to Brandon Marquez to see if we could set up an interview for his podcast the 2 Americans.In that episode I share my personal background and discuss the opportunity that lies in s ...…

21 year old Sarah Grosz is a growth hacker with the experience to prove it:She grew her college’s entrepreneurship club from 20 to 200 in 2 years5,000 likes on her FB meme account in 10 days1,000 LinkedIn connections in 10 daysIn a matter of days, Sarah Grosz went from President of the University of Syracuse’s Entrepreneurship to dropping out a ...…

There are many life lessons in the story of how Leann Abad met Gary Vaynerchuck. It all began with understanding that if you want for something you have to work for it.A lesson Leann learned through competing in different sports throughout his youth. When Leann was a freshman at the University of Michigan, he snuck into a tailgate to meet the o ...…

Jordan Carroll is a world traveler, entrepreneur, and salesman for one of the coolest companies out.Everyone always tells you to follow your passion, but how do you know what that even is?Experiment. From salsa dancing to stand up comedy, Jordan was always searching for that spark of passion. In September of last year, “Sh*t hit the fan” and Jo ...…

"We’re so young and if you’re not proactively building things I feel like we’re not at our full potential... or at least me."Marc Baghadjian has been building businesses since the age of 16. His latest venture is Skippit, is a mobile dating platform that uses voice & video calling to facilitate authentic relationships. In Marcs words, " An entr ...…

Alyssa Mangaoang had her life set.They had completed summer leadership programs and an internship with one of the largest accounting firms.After last summer, they had a good, stable job to look forward to post-graduation. But, they left that behind in the hopes of forging a new path in a completely different industry. Alyssa is a testament to w ...…