How to Overcome Fear in Business and Build Unstoppable Confidence | Tea with GaryVee Ep #81

In this raw, unfiltered deep-dive with AdAge, I break down what makes VaynerMedia and VaynerX different — and why kindness, culture, and conviction are more powerful than any viral TV spot.Whether you’re building a business, a brand, or a life — this one’s for you. 💥We talk about:Why “TV-first” thinking is killing creativity 🧠How I built VaynerX like a startup, not a holding companyMy real take on AI, influencers & the future of marketingThe secret behind our Honey Empire culture 🍯Why BeFriends is my most personal, creative project everThe myth of trends — and why they actually matterWhat kind of clients we actually want to work with (yes, I said it)How my lemonade stand taught me everything I needed to knowIf you care about brand building, leadership, or marketing in the year we actually live in — this episode will hit hard.Listen now and tell a friend who needs to hear it.

20 Juni 34min

Too many people are stuck trying to be perfect—but perfection is a trap. The truth? Being wrong isn’t a failure… it’s a feature of being human.In this special MicroVee for Juneteenth, I talk about the power of changing your mind, the myth of always having it together, and why letting go of judgment—especially from others—is the ultimate freedom.We talk about:💥 Why being wrong is not a weakness🔁 How to adapt quickly without shame🧩 The danger of living for someone else’s opinion🛑 Why saying “I changed my mind” is a superpowerThis one’s for anyone stuck in self-judgment or afraid to pivot. Let go of the pressure, honor your process, and live your truth.

19 Juni 1min

If you're stuck in a job you hate, hiding from your dreams, or blaming your parents for the way your life turned out—this one’s going to hit different.I sat down with the brilliant Liz Moody for one of the most raw, honest, and practical conversations I’ve had in a minute. We covered everything from accountability and AI to why your fear of judgment is holding you back from your next chapter.📌 This is not just about motivation—it's about action. If you're sick of living someone else's version of success and ready to get real with yourself, listen up.👥 Who this episode is for:Anyone afraid to start because of judgmentParents unknowingly holding their kids backCreators, entrepreneurs, and dreamers feeling stuckPeople overwhelmed by AI, comparison, or burnout🎯 We talk about:Why you're probably living based on someone else’s opinionsThe power of putting yourself “on blast” publiclyWhy AI doesn’t kill creativity—laziness doesWhat most people get wrong about social mediaHow I screwed up candor at Vayner and what I did to fix itThe #1 poison worse than failure: regretMy real morning routine (hint: no ice baths)The 8 Mile Rule and why owning your flaws makes you unstoppable💥 Whether you're 22 or 62, this episode is your call to get brutally honest with yourself and take one small but powerful action.🎧 Press play and let’s get real about what’s stopping you.

17 Juni 50min

Think more money means more happiness? Think again.In this episode, I go all in on one of the most misunderstood ideas out there — that success, fame, or financial wins automatically lead to fulfillment. Spoiler alert: they don’t.Whether you're on the come-up or already living with some wins, this episode will challenge how you define “success.” I talk about keeping life simple, the emotional toll of chasing more, and how gratitude and perspective are the real ROI.If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the pressure to keep climbing — or you're scared of what happens if you lose what you’ve built — this one's for you.We talk about:💡 Why keeping it simple beats chasing clout🧠 How happiness before the money is the real secret💸 Why “more” doesn’t mean “better”🫂 What really matters when life gets real🎯 Why losing something is scarier than never having it💬 The danger of defining happiness through other people’s lensesThis is one of those episodes I want every young entrepreneur, creator, and dreamer to hear. If you’re in your head about money, status, or pressure from the outside world… take a breath and press play.

15 Juni 3min

I gave this keynote at the NAC Success Resources event in 2019 — and I went deep on the real shit that holds people back. It’s not lack of resources. It’s not bad luck. It’s entitlement, insecurity, and the need to impress others instead of doing what actually makes you happy.If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck or not moving fast enough, this episode is a wake-up call. I break down the 5 core pieces of value that I believe will unlock your path to success — and most of them have nothing to do with business tactics and everything to do with mindset.Whether you’re just starting or scaling, this talk will push you to get brutally honest with yourself and start executing.👇 We talk about:Why accountability is the gateway to happinessHow entitlement is sabotaging your growthWhat I learned from immigrants about moneyThe illusion of success on social mediaBuilding businesses around what you loveWhy you need to stop buying dumb sh*t 💳Crushing it on LinkedIn and Instagram with $0Why losing early builds you up laterThe real ROI of patience and long-term execution🧠 This isn’t just motivation — this is a blueprint. Let’s go.📍 Follow the podcast here first:📌 @garyveeaudioexperience📍 Follow me here:📌 Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | TikTok | Twitter/X | YouTube

13 Juni 33min

What’s up, everyone! In this episode, I sit down with Forbes for one of the most complete convos I’ve had in a long time—seriously, we go all the way back to my childhood in Edison, New Jersey, and trace the path from shoveling snow to building VeeFriends. If you’re navigating your own entrepreneurial journey or trying to understand what’s actually happening in marketing right now, this one's for you.We talk about how my obsession with consumer attention has shaped every move I've made—from launching Wine Library TV to writing Day Trading Attention, to building IP with trading cards and animated characters. I open up about why the education system didn’t work for me, how I’m thinking about AI and fake influencers, and why humility and empathy still dominate everything I do.💥 Whether you’re a corporate exec clinging to outdated media buys or a hungry entrepreneur trying to break through—this is the wake-up call.

12 Juni 31min

The world is changing faster than ever — are you ready to keep up? In today’s episode, I go deep on where I believe technology is heading — and what it really means for business, creators, and human beings. From AI influencers and commoditized creativity to blockchain, IP ownership, and gut instinct, this is one of the most raw, unfiltered breakdowns of the current landscape I’ve ever done.Whether you’re a founder, a marketer, a creator, or just someone trying to figure out where the world’s headed, this episode has the juice.I talk about why kindness is still the killer strategy, why most people overestimate tomorrow but underestimate today, and how the ability to move fast — with intuition — is more valuable than ever.We talk about:🔥 Why Google Search is dying🤖 AI influencers and what’s real anymore🧠 The human gut vs. the brain — and why you need both📉 The end of traditional social media💡 Distribution: the most important concept in business🎭 Why IP is the final game⚙️ What businesses and CMOs need to understand right now❤️ Why kindness isn’t just good — it’s practical

10 Juni 48min

You need to put things into perspective and take control of your life. Nobody cares about a Supreme backpack when your health isn't going anywhere... Stop caring and stressing about dumb shit and look at what's important.

8 Juni 4min