“If you want legacy, then you have to go all the way to the truth, no matter who it bothers.” – Gary Vaynerchuk

Gary Vaynerchuk,  is the chairman of VaynerX, a modern-day media and communications holding company and the active CEO of VaynerMedia and VaynerX. In addition to running the two communications and media company, Gary is a highly sought after public speaker, a 5-time New York Times bestselling author, as well as a prolific angel investor with early investments in companies such as Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Venmo, and Uber.

He is currently the subject of DailyVee, an online documentary series highlighting what it’s like to be a CEO and public figure in today’s digital world, as well the host of The GaryVee Audio Experience, a top 100 global podcast, and host of #AskGaryVee, a business and advice Q&A show which can be found on both YouTube and Facebook.

Gary also appeared as judge in Apple’s first original series “Planet of the Apps” alongside Gwyneth Paltrow, Jessica Alba and Will.i.am.

I sat down with the one and only Gary Vaynerchuk and Maribel Lara in New York City at VaynerMedia. For those of you who may not know who Gary V is, he is the chairman ofVaynerX, which is a modern-day media and communications holding company. He is the CEO of VaynerMedia, a full-service advertising agency servicing a multitude of companies. He is a public speaker and currently is the subject of DailyVee, an online documentary series he created that highlights what it’s like to be a CEO and public figure in today’s digital world.

This is a small glimpse into who Gary is and what is was like for me to spend the day at Vayner. He is full of personality and inspiration.

In this episode you will hear us discuss:

⦁ How I met Gary 10 years ago at a book signing of “Crush It”, and what it was like to be invited to spend the day at VaynerMedia including having a chance to interview Gary in his iconic NYC office. I was beyond excited to get to talk one-on-one.

⦁ We speak about the importance of authenticity and how telling the truth, your truth, is going to be what helps you win.

⦁ Listen as I explain to Gary what an Eñye is and hear him connect to what I was saying – a pretty cool personal moment for me!

This episode is full of inspiring and valuable content that you do not want to miss out on! I walked away feeling like I got so much value from my time with him, Maribel and the team at VaynerMedia and I know you will too!

Thought questions/reflection:

⦁ In my conversation with Gary, he says, “If you are not speaking your truth, then you have no shot.” What do you think about his statement?

Important Links:

Personal website: www.garyvaynerchuk.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/garyvee

Facebook: www.facebook.com/gary

Twitter: www.twitter.com/garyvee

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/GaryVaynerchuk