It's insane to me to ask anybody to be what they're not. Know what you know the best, love the most. That's always going to be the answer to the thing that you have the best shot at winning at.
Gary VaynerchukRead
The reason I was able to grow my business was that every day, after producing 30 minutes of wine television, I spent 15 hours a day replying to every single person's e-mail and every single person's Twitter @ reply.
Interpretation
Success in business often stems from hard work and customer engagement.
This quote emphasizes that the growth of a business is not just about the core product or service, but also about the dedication to communication and engagement with customers. Gary Vaynerchuk illustrates that his extensive hours spent responding to emails and social media interactions played a crucial role in his business success, showing that building relationships and being present for your audience can lead to significant growth.
In practice
During a business seminar, to illustrate the importance of dedication to customer service.
It's insane to me to ask anybody to be what they're not. Know what you know the best, love the most. That's always going to be the answer to the thing that you have the best shot at winning at.
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