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The Trip From Hell Became The Idea That Started It All w Coy Aug 20, 2018

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After being rejected from all the conservatories which he applied to. Coy White decided to buy a ticket to the UK. Unfortunately, things didn’t get much easier from there. As a BMX rider, Coy wanted to fulfill his dreams of traveling and riding his bike in unseen streets. But, it just seemed like he couldn’t catch a break. Transporting the bike internationally was a nightmare and finding individuals nearby in the action sports scene was even tougher. That being said, there are two very important silver linings that came out of this trip: He got to stay at BMX legend, Danny MacAskill’s flat in Scotland (so cool!!) The trip served as a catalyst for him to launch Sprackle, an app for action sports athletes to connect and build community worldwide. Coy's info: @cashlessproductions (IG/YouTube) https://www.linkedin.com/in/uncoy/ Connect with me: www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyparra/ If you believe in this podcast please donate/sub/review :) Email list: eepurl.com/dzbVnz

Using Social Media to Change the World with Rich Kim Aug 10, 2018

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We all have the power to make an impact. But what separates those who change the world and those who are simply a part of it is action. Rich Kim is changing the world by using a device that we all have in our pocket- a smart phone. Rich is the founder of the Gen Z foundation which mobilizes Gen Z content creators and influencers to tackle the world’s largest humanitarian problems. “How can we apply new trends and technologies to bring a positive change in the world?” This is a question Rich hopes to answer through bringing together some of the best minds in Gen Z. Rich’s contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/imrichkim/ Rich’s startup is looking for Gen Z & Millennial influencers for a product research project. If you’re into tech, message him! Connect with me: www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyparra/ IG: @tiffanyparra_ ** Sign up to the newsletter for a chance to be a guest on Work in Progress: eepurl.com/dzbVnz ** If you believe in this podcast please donate/sub/review :)

130 Podcast Episodes Later w Brandon Marquez Aug 07, 2018

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It all started with an InMail titled “Podcast Guest” back in April. Life got hectic so I made a mental note to respond, but forgot. One month later, I reached back out to Brandon Marquez to see if we could set up an interview for his podcast the 2 Americans. In that episode I share my personal background and discuss the opportunity that lies in social media. I had no clue that the response would be so huge. Over 100,000 downloads later and suddenly Work in Progress was #3 on the iTunes top charts under the Arts category. If I had ignored that InMail, Work in Progress would have missed a valuable opportunity. But more important than that, Brandon and I would’ve never become friends. Stay humble and remain open-minded because collaboration is the secret to any successful project. Brandon's podcast:https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-two-americans-podcast/id1208313633?mt=2 We discussed monetization strategies, how to build an email list, and the secret to any success.

Breaking the Internet with Growth Hacker Sarah Grosz Jul 30, 2018

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21 year old Sarah Grosz is a growth hacker with the experience to prove it: She grew her college’s entrepreneurship club from 20 to 200 in 2 years 5,000 likes on her FB meme account in 10 days 1,000 LinkedIn connections in 10 days In a matter of days, Sarah Grosz went from President of the University of Syracuse’s Entrepreneurship to dropping out and catching a flight to her new full-time job in LA. There’s only one words to explain Sarah’s story: Badass. You’ll have to listen to find out why Sarah was kicked out of the club and what led her to pack up her bags and move across the country. If you want to learn Sarah’s secrets to growing on social check out her latest #Techin10 series on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/sarahgrosz Connect with me: www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyparra/ IG: @tiffanyparra_ ** Sign up to the newsletter for a chance to be a guest on Work in Progress: eepurl.com/dzbVnz **

That Time I Met Gary Vee with Leann Abad Jul 27, 2018

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There are many life lessons in the story of how Leann Abad met Gary Vaynerchuck. It all began with understanding that if you want for something you have to work for it. A lesson Leann learned through competing in different sports throughout his youth. When Leann was a freshman at the University of Michigan, he snuck into a tailgate to meet the owner of the Miami Dolphins, Steve Ross. That planted the seed of meeting Gary Vee. For months, he would tweet & email Gary with no response. Finally, after sending a clever email that showcased his social proof- Gary agreed to meet. Leann's advice for outreaching to busy people? Figure out their schedule via social media and reach out to them while they're traveling. I love this story because it demonstrates Leann's grit, hustle, and unwillingness to settle. Leann is the founder of Ashe Media and runs a podcast called Michigan Makers. Leann's info: http://www.ashe.media http://LinkedIn.com/in/leannabad sub: eepurl.com/dzbVnz

Get Growing with Jordan Carroll Jul 23, 2018

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Jordan Carroll is a world traveler, entrepreneur, and salesman for one of the coolest companies out. Everyone always tells you to follow your passion, but how do you know what that even is? Experiment. From salsa dancing to stand up comedy, Jordan was always searching for that spark of passion. In September of last year, “Sh*t hit the fan” and Jordan decided it was time for a change. He was going to set out to travel the world. His next step: participating in a program that brings together inspiring professionals to travel the world while working remote. In this episode we talk about how to get a mentor, overcoming life’s obstacles, building community, and developing self-awareness. This episode is for any one that is too comfortable in their lives, because if you’re comfortable then you’re not growing. Jordan’s info: IG: @jspensir Linkedin : www.linkedin.com/in/jordanscarroll Website: www.negotiablereality.com Connect with me: www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyparra/

Failing Forward with 19 Year Old Serial Entrepreneur Marc Jul 20, 2018

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"We’re so young and if you’re not proactively building things I feel like we’re not at our full potential... or at least me." Marc Baghadjian has been building businesses since the age of 16. His latest venture is Skippit, is a mobile dating platform that uses voice & video calling to facilitate authentic relationships. In Marcs words, " An entrepreneur is someone that creates value." Therefore, we are all entrepreneurs in our own ways. Look at your passions as potential business ventures and invest in them as you would for a company. In this episode, we talk about failure and its inevitability while pursuing success, Marc's business journey, and resources for any aspiring entrepreneur. Marc's info: www.marcbaghadjian.com www.linkedin.com/marcbaghadjian IG: @marcbaghadjian Connect with me: www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyparra/ IG: @tiffanyparra_ ** Sign up to the newsletter for a chance to be a guest on Work in Progress: eepurl.com/dzbVnz ** Review + Subscribe :)

From Accounting Intern to 2018 VidCon Speaker w Alyssa Jul 17, 2018

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Alyssa Mangaoang had her life set. They had completed summer leadership programs and an internship with one of the largest accounting firms. After last summer, they had a good, stable job to look forward to post-graduation. But, they left that behind in the hopes of forging a new path in a completely different industry. Alyssa is a testament to what can happen when you dive head first into the unknown. In one year, Alyssa went from interning at one of the largest tax firms to speaking on the Women of LinkedIn Creators Panel at VidCon. In this episode, we discuss VidCon, the tools used to shoot videos on an IPhone, and much more. Connect with Alyssa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssahq/ IG: @Alyssa.Hq Connect with me: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyparra/ IG: @tiffanyparra_ ** Sign up to the newsletter for a chance to be a guest on Work in Progress: eepurl.com/dzbVnz ** Thank you for listening and if you enjoyed this episode- please leave a review :)

How To Get Your Grind Up with Podcast Host Justin Ngyuen Jul 13, 2018

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"I wanted to start a podcast because I love people's stories, I love connecting with them..." Justin Ngyuen is one of the creators behind the @GetChoGrindUp Instagram movement and a host on the Young and D.U.M.B Podcast. Justin and his team of two other college students strive to inspire and provide mentorship to the next generation. There are many parallels between Justin and I's story. Our parents were both immigrants to America which is a major motivating factor for us. We both had worked hard in our first 3 years of college which afforded the leisure of time to experiment in our senior years. We both created projects in the hopes of inspiring our peers to act on their passions. The crazy thing is Justin and I would have never met if it were not for the internet. Surround yourself with people who motivate and inspire you, even if they are one Skype call away. Justin's info https://anchor.fm/getchogrindup https://www.linkedin.com/in/justindzuynguye IG: @getchogrindup

Finding Your Way with Finn Thormeier Jul 10, 2018

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Finn Thormeier and I first spoke over FaceTime last February. At that time Finn was a 21 year old who had recently dropped out of college and was dedicating a large amount of time into learning about cryptocurrency. I knew there was something special about Finn in that initial conversation. He had a unique honesty about himself and his day-to-day life. He’s taken this approach to social media and has been able to cut through the noise by simply being his authentic self. Fast forward to now, Finn is living in NYC creating content and trusting his gut every step of the way. Boasting at over 35,000 followers on Instagram, Finn helps others establish their own personal brands on the platform. This episode is all about trusting yourself, the process, and investing in the people you meet along the way. Finn can be found on all social platforms @finnthormeier Sign up to the newsletter for a chance to be a guest on Work in Progress: eepurl.com/dzbVnz

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