#20 What if I don't have any skills?

Brandon and I dive deep into what it actually takes to build real businesses that last. We talk about hiring global talent, keeping overhead lean, scaling across multiple companies, and why most people overcomplicate everything. This conversation is packed with practical insights ... Show More

I sat down with Shawn Nelson to talk about what it really takes to build something that lasts. We covered everything from spotting talent in the wild to shaking every tree to raise capital. I share the story of recruiting one of my best hires in a freezing Walmart parking lot and ... Show More

In this episode, I sit down with Greg Isenberg to talk about the types of businesses most people overlook. We get into sweaty startups, firewood delivery, nanny recruiting, Christmas light installs and how some of them quietly turn into million-dollar companies. I also share why ... Show More

Expiring skills tend to get more attention. They’re more likely to be the cool new thing, and a key driver of an industry’s short-term performance. They’re what employers value and employees flaunt.Permanent skills are different. They’ve been around a long time, which makes them ... Show More

You cannot and will not improve your case skills from practicing case alone. "Case skills" refers to a variety of skills including body language, communication and especially business judgement. Business judgement effectively means your ability to make reasonable guesses/inferenc ... Show More

For more and more companies, you don’t need a college degree to land the job you want. The way you get experience and skills is by working for free for people you admire in your industry. 

Are you underqualified for the job you want? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Obed Louissaint, IBM’s head of talent. They talk through what to do when an MBA isn’t enough to get you into your desired role, you’re trying to keep your skills current as you spen ... Show More

#QOTD: What's the greatest holiday gift you've every received? - India K. :) With an organization of the size of VaynerMedia, of course you need a balance of employees that are highly skilled in particular focuses as well as those that are considered to be 'jacks of all trades.' ... Show More

It's not all private jets & fancy parties & stacks of dollars - being an entrepreneur is hard, it's lonely and it takes time, hard work, energy and sacrifice - and there's a lot of things that you don't hear. Entrepreneurship is cool right now, a bubble and I really hope that in ... Show More

18 May 2021. We discuss all things leadership. What skills do you need to lead a team, whether you’re a small operation with a few people or a larger business? Is leadership training something that startups need, or is it best left to the big corporates? The Executive Director of ... Show More

‏Feel like you don't have enough time to accomplish everything you want to as a busy entrepreneur? You're not alone. Daoud Kakish shares tips to help you balance your time so you can achieve both your goals and enjoy life to its fullest.