A Business Meeting With THE Backpack Kid | Advice For Young Entrepreneurs

Today’s video is the “best of” my 1.5 hour Backseat Q&A! So if you missed it, or just wanted to catch the highlights, this video is for you. I talk about taking your side hustle full time, whether or not social media is skill or pure luck, and how to stay consistent making content (and making it viral). Hope you enjoy!

2 Mai 29min

I sat down with my good friend Zarna Garg, and what unfolded was a raw, unfiltered conversation about rejection, resilience, and rewriting your story — even when it feels like the world just slammed a door shut.​Zarna is one of the funniest, most driven people I know. From stay-at-home mom to touring stand-up comic, bestselling author, and opener for Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, her journey is straight-up bonkers. But the real story here? She just got devastating news — a major network passed on her sitcom — and still showed up with grace, grit, and good humor.​This episode is for every underdog, every immigrant, every late bloomer, every person who’s ever asked, “Is it too late for me?” Spoiler alert: It’s not. Her story proves it.​We talk about:📺 Getting so close to selling a sitcom… then losing it👩‍👧‍👦 Going from full-time mom to full-blown creator at 45🧠 Processing rejection without letting it break you🎤 Why she performs at funerals (yes, really)🧳 The immigrant advantage — and why Zarna celebrates it📚 Her new book This American Woman and the wild endorsements on the cover🧠 Why I hate “imposter syndrome” and how Zarna turned pain into power​If you need a laugh, a mindset shift, or a hard reset on your perspective — you’re gonna love this one.​🎧 Listen. Laugh. Get fired up.​📚 Want more Zarna?Her memoir, This American Woman: A One-In-A-Billion Memoir, is out now — a hilarious, heartfelt story of escaping an arranged marriage, finding her voice in America, and launching a comedy career in midlife. It’s a must-read for anyone chasing big dreams. Grab your copy here:👉 Buy on Amazon📍 Follow the podcast here first:📌 ⁠@garyveeaudioexperience⁠📍 Follow me here:📌 ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠TikTok⁠ | ⁠Twitter/X⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠

1 Mai 31min

In today’s episode of The GaryVee Audio Experience, we're sharing a powerful keynote Gary gave at Samsung — all about leadership, adaptability, and thriving in the face of chaos.Gary dives deep into why the old rulebooks for business no longer apply, and how kindness, accountability, and relentless adaptability are now the ultimate competitive advantages. He shares personal stories about his upbringing, building Wine Library into a $65M business, and the hard lessons that shaped his leadership style.You'll also hear his take on the future of marketing, why "interest media" has replaced social media, and why understanding AI isn't optional anymore — it's survival. If you're serious about leading in today's rapidly changing world, this one’s a must-listen. 🚀We talk about:How to lead without relying on fearWhy most companies are underestimating organic social mediaThe real reason attention is today's most valuable currencyHow to future-proof your leadership in an AI-driven worldWhy recessions and tough times are opportunities — not setbacks🔥 Whether you’re a business leader, entrepreneur, or just hungry to stay ahead, this keynote will shift your mindset and sharpen your strategy.

29 Apr 39min

Happy Sunday!Time management isn’t about mastering every moment — it’s about your relationship with imperfection. In this episode, we dive into why the most successful people drop balls all the time — and how being comfortable with imperfection is the real secret to getting more done. Learn how to free yourself from the fear of failure, stop judging your productivity, and unlock an abundance mindset that changes everything.

27 Apr 2min

🚨 Content Creation Blocked? Here’s the Truth That Will Change Everything! 🚨Do you ever feel stuck when it comes to content creation? Gary has some powerful insights on how to push through that block and start creating content that actually resonates! In this episode, I share the mental shift that needs to happen in order to break free from the constant cycle of self-doubt and stagnation.We talk about:Why losing is necessary and how to get comfortable with it 😤The importance of momentum and how to get it back in your life 📈Why you’re probably making content that nobody cares about (and how to fix it) 🙈The REAL reason you’re not posting content daily and how that’s limiting your growth 💡Whether you're a creator, a business owner, or someone looking to step up their personal brand, this episode is packed with actionable insights to break past the barriers in your mind and make things happen.🔥 Don’t miss this one! Listen NOW and take action today.📍 Follow the podcast here first:📌 @garyveeaudioexperience📍 Follow me here:📌 Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | TikTok | Twitter/X | YouTube

26 Apr 7min

Let’s be honest — most people have no idea what they’re talking about when it comes to AI... but they’ll pretend they do.In this conversation, I pull back the curtain on what I’m actually doing with artificial intelligence, how I’m thinking about it, and why humility is the cheat code in an era where everyone’s faking it.This episode is for the leaders, the curious, and the ones who don’t want to get left behind. Whether you’re a CMO or a student, this is your wake-up call to stop peacocking and start practicing.We talk about:Why pretending to know AI is more dangerous than not knowingThe power of “maybe” in a black-and-white worldWhat I learned watching execs fake their way through Web2, crypto, and now AIHow to approach AI without fear — and without needing to be an expertWhy the best marketers are operators, not talking heads“And” vs. “or” — the mindset shift that changed everything for meIf you're sitting on the sidelines waiting to understand AI before jumping in, you're already behind.🎧 Hit play — and then go download the damn apps.📍 Follow the podcast here first:📌 @garyveeaudioexperience📍 Follow me here:📌 Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | TikTok | Twitter/X | YouTube

25 Apr 14min

In this throwback keynote from Elevate 2017 in Copenhagen — the first 40 minutes of it — I lay out the real game of business in today’s world:🎯 It’s not about who’s got the best product.📲 It’s about who’s best at grabbing and keeping attention.Whether you’re in SaaS, hospitality, DTC, or B2B — this is about understanding that you’re not just in your industry. You’re competing with Netflix, TikTok, your customer’s email inbox, and every other distraction on Earth. The only way to break through? Act like a media company first, and sell second.I also share some tactical gold: how to leverage Facebook and LinkedIn (yes, still), why “guilt marketing” works, and how the future of voice — Alexa, Google Home, podcasting — is going to create the next land grab.If you’re serious about growth in 2025, there’s no fluff in this one.🎙️ We talk about:The real reason people ignore your adsHow to use Instagram DMs to build business relationships that change everythingWhy podcasting and voice search are going to dominate time and behaviorWhat most business owners still don’t understand about attentionHow to actually make B2B content that converts

24 Apr 41min

📍 From the ELEVATE 2017 Conference in Copenhagen, Denmark📆 Recorded in 2017, more relevant than ever in 2025We’re living in an era where attention is everything, and yet so many people are still sleeping on the opportunity right in front of them. This keynote/Q&A combo from my 2017 trip to Copenhagen hits on a mindset that’s even more relevant now — how to make the most of your time, your brand, and your content strategy in the world we live in today.Whether you’re an early-stage entrepreneur, an overwhelmed creator, or just trying to figure out how to get more people to care about your thing — this one is loaded with straight truth.🧠 "People are protecting their time like it's precious when it's actually their biggest asset."

23 Apr 59min