logo
episode-header-image
Aug 2023
36m 17s

The Power of A Rookie Mindset | A Talk w...

Gary Vaynerchuk
About this episode

In today's podcast, I chat with keynote speaker and 3X best-selling author, Damon West. We start off by getting into Damon's back story – from his high school sports days to playing in college, getting injured, and ending up in finance. But that's where things take a turn, as Damon gets introduced to meth, ultimately becoming the leader of a crime ring that lands him a 65-year prison sentence. We chat about everything from the gift of gab to standing up for what you believe in. Damon and I also dive into how sometimes the best way to help someone is to let them learn on their own. Wrapping up, Damon shares an amazing story about the symbolism of the coffee bean in his journey. I think this is an incredibly inspiring episode packed with important messages I think everyone needs to hear. Hope you enjoy it! :)

Up next
Yesterday
Why Your Social Media Strategy From The Last Decade Is USELESS | 4Ds Consultation - PART 1
In this part 1 episode of 4Ds, I talk with entrepreneurs and social media marketers looking to grow their businesses about how one post can change everything, what your number one goal as a channel should be, and how it's not about "or" but "and." I share my two cents on how to s ... Show More
22m 13s
Aug 24
Why AI Will Force You to Grow | Aspire Keynote 2025
In this keynote from the Aspire 2025 event, GaryVee unpacks the rapid rise of AI and what it means for entrepreneurs, leaders, and creators. He explains why the biggest risk in this new era isn’t AI itself, but failing to grow, adapt, and strengthen your mindset. From practical e ... Show More
52m 51s
Aug 23
The Future of Collectibles: Sports Cards, Non-Sports & the Hobby in 2025
In this episode, GaryVee dives into the evolving world of collectibles, from sports cards to non-sports cards and the broader hobby. He shares insights on where the market is heading in 2025, how collectors and entrepreneurs can capitalize on cultural shifts, and why passion-driv ... Show More
34m 54s
Recommended Episodes
Jun 2022
Greatest Life Transformation Behind Bars w/ Damon West
This week's show is quite possibly the most incredible story I’ve ever heard. You are going to be riveted and you will never forget this conversation! 13 years ago to the day that we recorded this interview, my guest was sentenced to life in prison! Yes, life in prison for my gue ... Show More
1h 13m
Sep 2023
From RICO Crimes to Global Stages: The Journey of Damon West | E34
Damon is a renowned keynote speaker and best-selling author, known for his extraordinary journey from a jail cell to global stages. He emerged from a life marked by property crimes, notably as the leader of a group of meth addicts involved in burglary. Determined to turn his life ... Show More
46m 29s
Jul 2022
The Shame Game
The year was 2006, and Damon Young had just met a woman on MySpace. Their back-and-forth was witty, flirty and easy. They went on a first date at Barnes & Noble, where they browsed books and continued to vibe.Things were going great, Damon thought. That is, until she called off t ... Show More
20m 25s
May 2023
There's a Way Out
In this episode, we take a look back at Damon’s life before SNCTM — a story that is both spectacular and harrowing. Damon and his younger sister Hadria reflect on growing up in the Bay Area in the 1970s, in an environment laced with alcohol, drugs, neglect and abuse. These early ... Show More
46m 16s
Sep 2020
140. Unlock Your Best Self: Neuro Linguistic Programming w/ Damon Cart
THRIVE MARKET: www.thrivemarket.com/bettertogether   JOIN PATREON: www.patreon.com/bettertogetherwithmaria Anything @TonyRobbins endorses always piques my interest, and that's why I wanted to book #NLP expert and coach Damon Cart for my show Better Together, to help us unpack NLP ... Show More
1h 16m
Apr 2023
Define Your "MORE" | Behind The Scenes of My Interview w/ Matthew McConaughey
Today, I am excited to take you behind the scenes of my insightful 40-minute interview with the acclaimed actor, and best-selling author of the book "Greenlights," Matthew McConaughey. During our conversation, we delved deep into the topics of success, failure, and finding one's ... Show More
8m 48s
Apr 2021
Damon Ficklin, Polen Capital – Even Though We Are Clearly A Growth Manager, A Lot Of Us Have Value-Oriented Roots | #304
In episode 304, we welcome our guest, Damon Ficklin, Polen Capital’s head of the Large Company Growth Team and the lead portfolio manager of the firm’s Global Growth strategy. In today’s episode, we’re talking high quality, concentrated growth investing. Damon starts by describin ... Show More
1h 1m
Apr 2021
Live Episode! Wellness Coach and Podcaster: Jay Shetty
Jay Shetty was living the life of a rebellious teen in London when a friend talked him into attending a talk by a Hindu monk. It was a life-changing event, and started Jay on a path to become a monk himself and join an ashram in India. He left monastic life after three years, but ... Show More
1h 6m
Jul 2018
Episode 175: Hacking The Champion Mindset with Jason Parker
What would it look like for you to perform at an Olympic level? Are you doing that right now? In this episode I welcome my guest Jason Parker, who just happens to be an Olympic medalist and International speaker on high-performance and the mindset of top achievers. Today Jason wi ... Show More
1h 16m