Advice to My Younger Self, Success Metrics & Overcoming The Past |

[@DLHuf]

I'm, now, nearly 8 yrs. sober. Ten yrs ago I would have told myself to pick my ass up and get going. In the time since I quit drinking, I've gone back to school, got my diploma, went to college, got a degree in drafting and design technology and have started my own business designing houses. My one wish is that I would have started this long ago. I waited til my 40s to get going, but I haven't looked back. I thought I was working hard until I found you. Now, I'm working harder than I ever have-still not as hard as you Gary. Keep puttin' it down, I'll keep pickin' it up. Much love.

[@BabarKhanJaved]

Answers to QOTD 1. Drop out of school, its not worth it. Start making money, don't spend a dime to sit in a classroom and hear theorists ramble about concepts & frameworks that are no longer applicable. 2. Travel at least once a year for educational reasons. Take a short course in another country to learn about their culture, economy, sociology and psychology. This, more than a classroom/degree, will teach you more about how to succeed as a people first entrepreneur than anything else. (aside from experience). 3. Get used to saying no. Just because your religion insists on being a good person doesn't mean you become a doormat. 4. Exit any personal or professional relationship that doesn't give you 10x ROI. 5. Cut out all emotionally abusive members, even blood relatives. Focus on being happy first. Money can come later.

[@Lewieo]

beautiful

[@TheQwertyPwner]

good stuff man, respect👍

[@damienlee54]

Love #2

[@ynoter]

GOLD

[@RobS_Kingmakers]

Drop out of school but never stop learning ;-)

[@TMPChem]

#QOTD: 10 years ago I was 17, a high school junior entering senior year. My advice to that guy would be: "Every decision that you know is right but everyone around you thinks is crazy is the right decision. Once you've taken the time to thoroughly understand something and make a decision, believe in that decision and have the courage to go for it 110%. Almost every one of those decisions turn out to be correct. The only problem is you should have done it sooner and with more conviction" In fact, this is the exact advice I used today, and am going to be using a lot over the next year. The time to go all in on my strengths is yesterday, and I made a giant leap in that direction today, thanks to Mr. GV himself.

[@markmunyui]

thank you for this

[@Skoal36]

“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” follow your heart,your mind is clueless.

[@arashghanbari5907]

TMP Chem damn right on my man! Ive come to this conclusion for a while but couldnt put it into words like u.

[@EposVox]

Very good show. #QOTD Answer: - Work more, for sure - At the same time, loosen the fuck up and actually live life more. The stuff I obsessed over, worried about, stressed out over - didn't matter today.

[@fknight]

#QOTD: 10 years ago, I was 11. I would tell my 11 year old self to always pursue your dreams and be the best at whatever you do. I would use examples to lay it out for him. Like telling him that if school is your main job, be the best you can be. Also, I would tell him that programming is something you'll love, so get started early so you're a pro 10 years from now.

[@lalmiahmed3573]

Oh man you was watching vee too, that's good An old fan of your channel, you are making a good content keep going

[@Awk_Word]

@23:19 Question of the day....If I could go back ten years and give myself advice I truly think I would go back and reiterate to myself that I would win my appeal and that my 10 year conviction was a mere lesson to take onto my later years.....Plus I would have made sure that I knew who the FUK GARY VAYNERCHUK was and made sure I studied your thought process....You taught me not to dwell, and man that is something every person should rid their selves of!!!!! Thanks for all you do Gary!!!! You're truly an inspiration to so much that I have going on!!!!!

[@RyanScarbrough]

I would tell my 14 year old self to stay pure at heart, no matter what the world throws at you. And to keep being a positive change for others, no matter how far the stretch is. Also to stay away and create distance from negative influences, and to be humbled by the work at all times. To fill life with love in every available capacity and put one foot in front of the other regardless of the challenges ahead. That when the day comes where the world might not be what he thought it was, that he'll still make the right decisions in the best interest of others.

[@WeirdStuffRyan]

9:00pm wow. Have you ever been to your apartment during the day? (light outside)

[@moontiggsland]

I would say 'you'll travel the world, you'll find your place called home very far away and you'll be happy! Try to enjoy the now instead of thinking of the future because the time lost doesn't come back and you could've made the most out of it'

[@christophermoody6288]

Gary, I don't know how I didn't find you sooner, just found one of your vids shared on KZbin and I'm hooked. The advice and no B.S attitude is priceless, cheers.

[@GlendaSiagian]

QOTD: Think less, Do more. Be Brave and Get over yourself.

[@christophermoody6288]

Yes

[@MichelleNgome]

QOTD: Trust yourself before anyone else. I changed my major and jobs (various industries) too many times. I would jump on new products and platforms, but didn't know what I was doing. Between 2000-2007 there wasn't has much guidance/content as there is now, but it takes longer to make a name for yourself. If I stuck with blogging and early social media who knows what I would have accumulated at this point.

[@BabarKhanJaved]

It's not too late - you can still get there.

[@miamilev1]

I am a artist/photographer I've been doing this a long time, but I half assed it when I was younger. I would tell myself to go all in don't stop be consistent create the life you want!

[@inspiredbyterrence193]

Love the show! Bring the intro back, it gets me pumped for the show. & it makes me look cool when I'm showing it to friends for the first time. Thanks!!

[@ladabride]

Spend more time and appeciate more my father who is now passed away... Cannot make ammends now, miss him, there is a emty space in my life only he could fill cause he cared like no one else... So my advice would be: appreciate your parent more while you still have them with you

[@ladabride]

Da, tochno!

[@mariussm1th]

Thanks for the comment, so true! Thought about that recently quite some.

[@idilhope2926]

I would tell my self not worry too much and spend more time socialising with people. From young age i was loner and it wasn't bad thing until now being in my twenty, i realised that i have to make effort being around other people even thought i love people and i think the best thing in life is connecting with others so that is one thing i will tell my self. I remember running from school straight and when i get home the first thing i would listen is the stories from the radio, man it was amazing, until to this day i still remember the stories. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@bwilk6753]

Really raw truth delivered in saying you're going to wish for those 24 months. And for the question of the day, 10 years ago I was 8. I'd tell myself to express myself and my interests and speak up for myself more

[@tejdhillon9591]

#QOTD I'm pretty new to Gary's Channel and have recently opened my eyes because of all the value, value, value, HE GIVES. If I can go back and tell myself anything: - KEEP GIVING. YOUR TURN WILL COME. FIRST PROVIDE VALUE. - If it was easy, don't you think everyone would do it? Don't doubt the process. Keep going. - Those who Drain you are anchors you only go one way. You Sink. Keep those who help you float and a better overall person around you. Lastly....GO FOR IT. STOP THINKING. WHAT IF. JUST DO SOMETHING.TAKE THAT FIRST STEP, ACTION AND AIM HIGH. Thank you, I look forward to your videos daily. Also currently about to your Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook Book! Thanks Again.

[@Unzyme]

I would tell my 22-year-old self to think more strategically and not to waste time. I've spent too many years just making living as an entrepreneur, but I've finally started to raise my personal income standard and the quality of projects and clients I want to work with. It seems to have worked, and right now I'm thrilled about the projects I'm about to start working on.

[@KeshArt]

I feel this is by far one of the best askgaryvee episode in my opinion. With that said, QOTD: I would tell my 10 years younger self (12 year old, Im 22 now) to have a physical practice, either working out or playing a sport and streamline my art education AND stop giving a damn about school.

[@RobertoBlake]

#QOTD "You're not living the life you know you're capable of. You can work harder, you're focusing too much on the negative aspects of your life to see the opportunities in front of you, and you are investing your time in the wrong people. Double down, focus and grow your creative and technical abilities... and jump on this KZbin thing whether your friends want to help you or not. It's going to matter. Oh and here are some stocks we should buy...." But in all seriousness, I would probably just go back in time and mentor myself in a master apprentice relationship and stay in the past timeline and not comeback, just to make sure it all plays out right, and at the same time take advantage of my foreknowledge and live it up a bit.

[@3minutesmarketing257]

I would tell myself to keep hustling, because your education, your skills will open doors for you anyway

[@EliGillespie1]

I love questions like these. I'm 39 now and I would tell my 29 year old self, when it comes to business, to pay attention to what can be accomplished on the internet, in terms of marketing my business and myself, and then have the courage to put content out there. In my personal life, I would tell myself to break up with my girlfriend, who was nice but not right for me, and don't feel guilty about it.

[@EvantidePhotographyBellingham]

Great shoooooow! #QOTD - "Dude 28 year old me! Seriously, do not sleep on your own success or take it for granted. You are killing it. Keep up the work and realize you are living the dream!!

[@gaza5521]

gary, i think its amazing when you show us your scars. keep opening yourself to us. please

[@abhishekvchandak]

Answer to QOTD I would tell the me from 10 years ago to try out different things before deciding what I want to do, instead of trusting what others said was good for me. As you always say SELF AWARENESS.

[@mediokritet]

Wow, the QOTD really struck the nerve cause in a few days it's 10 years since my dad suddenly and prematurely passed away... I'd tell my 16 year old self this: your worse days can become your best days if you learn something from it. Losing pops was absolutely horrible, but it has made me the woman I am today and I am infinitely grateful for that. Love you Gary xx

[@ChefLizette]

Sorry for the passing of your DAD❤️

[@JacobDavidWilliamMcGill]

Gary, I apologize. You have said sever times that comments are your oxygen. I just finished listening to “You Better Figure It the Hell Out” for the second time and I want to let you know. You are one of the key reasons I have changed everything in the last six months and started a media company. Not because I think its an opportune time, which it is, not because I am spart enough to figure this out, which I am, but because,,,, Its Important. I get it. Thank you .

[@chuckroth4224]

I have applied the come home for Dinner and spend some time with the wife and kids. Then doing more meetings or work at night till whenever and that works for me. It took me years to figure it out. Thanks for the shooooow!!!

[@santyalfonso2557]

Gary I just turned 43 this week, if I could go back 10 years: 1. I would start CrossFit and get in shape earlier in life. 2. 2007 I had started a website directory with video Ads .. I gave up too soon. 3. I would tell myself to focus and hustle more.. never give up!

[@bizoncommute905]

Hi Gary, VaynerMedia and Vayer Nation. I would say two main things: (1) Choose one thing that you are interested in, focus, and excel in it (2) Work hard when it's time to work, and relax when it's time to relax.

[@superbowl420]

Like the quicker intro

[@CloudCommmissar]

No fear of the future discomfort would be the advice. Thank you for great input. Somehow it is more structuring knowledge than any book you could imagine. Thanks.

[@JamesCalder1]

I would tell the 28 year old Jimmy to spend a lot more time with my dad because I lost him to non-smoking lung cancer last Nov. Even though I got to ask and tell him everything I wanted over the two years he fought cancer, I still crave more time. My initial thought was I would tell myself to work more but I believe I would rather spend 24 more hours with him than double my salary. That is why I really respect the love you have for your parents and family.

[@FabianA-wh6og]

Gary the gym time is definitely showing man DAMN

[@thibaud_bertelli6028]

thanks for reminding the question at the end of the show. I would say, keep working don't worry. do not try to get the answer, be patient. your effort will pay off.

[@letsfuckingchange7613]

TY

[@joelrenaud6225]

Trust yourself. Believe in the vision. Hustle.

[@glennpasch]

Gary, love the comment to Matthew about selling other people's retail products. One thing I think they could also do is create content about the experience customers will receive at their location versus competitors. Focusing on the content about the product may not be a difference maker for them. Even the example abut sneakers, maybe they have a better way to present options or make customers feel special. As always, great content. love podcasts for my commute. TY

[@daffertube]

I love Tai Lopez, but you seem a LOT more trustworthy and empathetic.

[@dhoffnun]

Gary tells it like it is. The utter lack of BS makes him one of my favorite humans.

[@lewis6590]

Tai is a scammer.

[@dewadebadon]

Daily Positivity Energy! Thank you Gary! 😎

[@AfriScents]

GARY I LOVE HOW YOUR MIND AND THOUGHTS WORK!!! Like when you sated that you are curious what 60 yr old Gary Vee would say to 40 yrs Gary Vee just excited me about how you think!!! I F****N LOVE YOU!!!!

[@aidanchu328]

It's beautiful to hear you 'speak to your own fears'

[@Jack86861]

I would tell 16 year old me to travel and explore and learn as I have done, but plan more in order to add more substance. Think about where you're going to go, what you're going to do and why. I am currently slightly stuck in my plans in what to do in the last few years of my 20's, but I'm working on it.

[@KrissicaHarper]

Thanks Gary for always putting emphasizing a "purpose" driven life.

[@adamcotter2724]

damn don't skip the Intro. It pumps me up for the video!! Love the show as always very helpful.

[@JustinOdisho]

QOTD: Start now.

[@GIJOERO]

One of my favorite AGV's this one speaks to me in a huge way.

[@laznyc419]

Great show. Don't wait, jump in and believe in yourself. Thank you.

[@OfficialTKayBeats]

Overcome your fears. If you're afraid of something go do it. 9 times out of 10 you are going to fail. Do it anyways. Eventually you will stop being afraid and then you will stop failing. When you are fearless there is nothing you cannot do.

[@bobbyn28]

#QOTD 10 years ago in good old 2006 I was 13 and looking back I would tell myself ago to tell myself to try everything and don't be afraid. I did that a little but I should have doubled down on it. Today in July 2016(I'm writing this for myself) I would say be focused be open and be honest with yourself and others too.

[@aquarius_waves3454]

Thank you gary! I'm 22 and ready to learn and work have a small business right now and I have to say these videos help!

[@mikecerio]

Question #1: Preach brother...cash flow is king

[@ssflynn1]

Gary, I'm glad to see I'm not the only one who takes off my ring and spins it on the desk.

[@NimaRaoofi]

I'm watching all of your videos on this channel and I have ordered your books. Great work man.

[@christophermoody6288]

After your done get off your ass and do what you've always wanted to do, cheers

[@DrumHouseProject]

I bought your books as well ! :D Love you Garyyy

[@YogaBlissDance]

4:06 PREACH! A following is not a business. Thank you.

[@anthonybeckman9665]

#QOTD I would tell my 29 year old self to think hard about where he wanted to be in ten years. The truth is I was headed in the wrong direction on several fronts. Lay off the booze, lay off the idealism (which is shallow bullshit) and really go after something that will make you feel successful. Get in the gym, and dont let your self doubt filter every decision you make.

[@SandersATA]

Like the short intro. I like your guest, but really like it when it's just Gary !!!

[@Newfuturebuilder]

Awesome QOTD: I'd tell myself 4 things 1.) Fail more in all areas of discomfort 2.) Stick with a business idea for a longer period of time 3.) Hustle on that business a little more and a little less video games 4.) Read daily

[@MrJorgeceja123]

Expand my candy business (build a business/side hustle) at 11 years old and say to myself that my true passion is entrepreneurship. I was already into business environment but was told by everyone that being an engineer will be better for me, so I was in the pursuit for a career in engineering. Now, I'm about to drop out and pursue entrepreneurship full time.

[@dhoffnun]

#QOTD - 10 years ago I was 21. I think I'd tell myself to question why I was going to college, and who for. Back then, I was looking to college to tell me what to do, when I really should have been looking at it as a tool to empower my own chosen direction - which at the time, I had not chosen. I'd tell myself to use my energy to find that point of focus, and drive hard towards it instead of plod along aimlessly as I did. You know what they say about hindsight...

[@YaNeK92]

I have always been fascinated by people's body language and something that happens here between 0:53 and 0:56 is really intriguing..

[@KrisTheCoach]

QOTD: I'd tell myself to stop playing so much call of duty and to make a deal with myself. That I'd actually read, or that I'd actually start hustling as an entrepreneur. Great Show Gary!

[@EdwardMagallonMBA]

"work more" I love that Gary V. Good stuff.

[@Foldron]

Gratitude for what you already have and work harder

[@damonluvisi]

Ouch!, QOTD Hits hard. I would be 18, getting ready to join the Navy. I think I would have to say. Be cognizant of every single choice you make and think about how it will impact your future. Listen to elders input more. Great #AskGaryVee thanks for the show as always

[@artemy8450]

0:01 already throwing up illuminate symbols, off to a great start

[@SimgmProductions]

1:03 Missed that ngl.

[@lukmanjamal2123]

#QOTD to explore, both what I found curious and what I found fearful of. To travel and meet new people.

[@shohruza3277]

Thank you, Gary for the advice to young yourself, the note is taken for myself

[@kontrolldkhaosPK]

#QOTD: Easy - Go to college for my freshman year at my alma mater to meet the people I met (they are dear to me), and then sophmore year go to Australia for 1 year (that was A HUGE deal for me) - then quit school. Go get a normal 9-5 job (or 5 if need be) and spend all my money and time on learning, networking, and excelling in music (singing and instrumentation), dance (ballet and hip hop), and business. And for FUCK'S SAKE, hyper focus. I missed my calling when I had the chances, and now I'm playing catch up. Can't let it slip by me twice. ;D

[@ChefLizette]

YAY- INDIA IS BACK‼️ Another SUPER episode. I remember the "I hate mountains" as one of the funniest moments on the shooooooooow!! QOTD: I would tell my 28 year old self to definitely work more (I was working 10-14 hrs and thought that was a ton). RESPECT MONEY (because it's a byproduct of your time and efforts). Stay on the east coast. I was a private chef in Vermont and wanted to move to New York, but didn't do so until recently. Keep your eyes on the prize and stay focused. Most important ... *sprinkle in fun and joyful moments every single day. Self-protect and only keep like minded, positive people in your closest circle.

[@Backinthedase]

I would simply tell myself to "be aware, try more" Wasn't as aware of the things going on in social media and didn't apply my skills or talents enough in everyday life.

[@thebswitch]

Do your Own thing. Believe in yourself. What other people think is overrated.

[@FDE_Acts]

Yeah your hussle game is on another level. As I work my way through your videos i am blown away and inspired! :)

[@AnjuliMack]

I LOVE THIS! Yes everyone on insta always says... "How do you get so many followers?" or "How do I grow my Instagram?" ... my question is always... WHY?! Following means nothing if you don't plan to use it to better the world etc.

[@randallhollands8200]

move on and move up is the advice I would have given myself 10 years ago

[@hugostewart608]

Loved the shortened intro - skip the glamour and cut to the meat of the video. big props :)

[@jessewilson1073]

At the end there, Gary reminded me of Elliott Hulse's 'Yo Elliott channel' - "you keep asking questions, I'll keep answering" :D Great stuff GV!

[@Wengie]

Like the new shorter intro

[@BrianThomasLund]

Notification squadron!! Love you Gary! Happy to see you're well my friend 😎👍

[@InsightJunky]

I've started making animated book reviews now. Damn, 10 years ago, I would be 9. And the only thing I would tell that guy is to be more social. I was very smart, high IQ and all that. But I was out of shape, and didn't talk to many people. I wasn't like a complete outcast or anything, but I didn't have fun in school. And that's all that I wish I did. I always wanted to be rich, that's why I took my life so seriously from the starting. However, 9 year old me was nowhere near capable of hustling, so I might as well have calmed down and had fun.

[@marcofregoso1195]

10 years ago I was 8, I would tell my younger self to be more social, learn to play soccer or any other sport, also start learning the tools you need to start your business and what you want to do. Don't procastinate for years!!!

[@gabloignon]

QOTD: The more you know, the more you know you don't know. Keep learning everyday. Also, stop judging. Focus on yourself and Act. FYI: I am 28 and that question resonated with me.

[@djmariointhemix]

I appreciate this man's sensibility

[@BabarKhanJaved]

First? Wow for real. Love your show. Much appreciation from 1 of your 800,000 fans from Pakistan. Do visit some time - the start up scene is thriving here :)

[@DanielWildt]

I do question myself about doing more when younger, but about all the learning, maturity and stuff you've done during that time? Now you know different paths and have more network, maybe more gratitude, for sure more technology available. :)

[@JarvisCobb]

Im 30 now so I would tell my 20 year old self "Figure out exactly who you are and do work that fulfills you rather than chasing titles that would make those around you happy or proud"

[@ChrisHopewell]

Loved the questions asked in this episode!

[@jillianhaley993]

#QOTD I would tell myself not to let other people hinder your success. Don't let the negativity define who you are, and always believe in yourself, even if no one else does. Don't burn bridges, and don't trust everyone so freely. You are beautiful, intelligent, and worth WAY more than you believe at this moment. ❤

[@RichShumaker]

#QOTD - DO IT!!! and IT is create KZbin Content and build your Channel. I have been, and always will tell people, that KZbin is the future, even when it becomes the past, heheh. CBS would never Broadcast me 24/7, heck they wouldn't even put me on for 2 minutes once a year. With KZbin I can Broadcast Myself, I knew that 10 years ago. I saw it, and told people about it, BUT I didn't act on it. The good thing is that KZbin is still here. No Time Like the Present to Listen to Your Past Self!!!

[@joebuckner]

thanks for answering my question Gary!!! i truly appreciate it!

[@RynoRyder]

I would tell the 10-year ago version of myself to trust your gut and don't listen to what anybody else says, because you are right. :) Thanks, GV, as always.

[@albanethery8257]

I would tell my 10 years younger self: your are your own best friend, don’t rely so much on others’ validation and most of all, it’s going to be ok.

[@stephaneart4828]

I would tell myself to stop being so insecure and concerned about other people's perception of me. I would also cut out all the time wasting and laziness and work harder.

[@joelguthriemusic]

#QOTDAnswer So 14 year old me. I think the main thing would be: Joel you don't know everything. BUT at the same time I would encourage myself to stay passionate and keep pushing even when plan A, B, and C don't work out. I crashed and burned after my realizing my childhood dream wasn't what I wanted to do. I learned a lot from that experience but I still this day struggle find the passion/positive thoughts about the other things I have decided to chase. Thanks again for all the knowledge you have shared and setting the example for what hard work looks like but also what the other side looks like if you put the hustle in. Thanks! #keepup - Joel

[@SarahRubyM]

10 years ago I was 10. Here's what she should be told: 1. Public school is worlds different from Homeschooling. You will be different from your classmates, and you will take pride in that. That's good, but don't push everyone away. 2. The divorce is going to be bad. Stand by your brothers and use each other for support. 3. Don't close yourself off from your emotions, its going to hurt you more in the long run.

[@ianadair3542]

#QOTD: I would create more content and have more confidence in my experience, success, and chops, AND not be afraid of what is already out there in my space or thinking my stuff has no value. I would also remove the toxic people from life and those who discouraged me from stepping out on my own. Got the audio book the week it came out unexpectedly not knowing much and now I have watched every episode of #DailyVee and almost all #AskGrayVee, ready to do this! Keep being real, love the hustle and the passion.

[@TheAngryMushroom]

1st - Put love first and treasure my wife and kids. 2nd - Draw cartoons and market online. The idea was there and never got it going. Next 24 months will be good. Thanks Gary

[@Nick-px7gv]

Amazing Boo ! Loved it as always . Love from India.

[@ethan_ryan]

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