#70 Why Attention Is the New Currency (And How to Use It) with Matt Wheeler-Barrett

25/02/2025 53 min Episodio 70
#70 Why Attention Is the New Currency (And How to Use It) with Matt Wheeler-Barrett

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In this conversation, Byron and Matt Wheeler-Barrett discuss the inception and mission of Unyfy, a B2B personal branding agency. They explore the significance of personal branding in today's digital landscape, the importance of building relationships with clients, and the impact of social media trends. Matt shares insights on leveraging AI for content creation and reflects on his early entrepreneurial experiences, emphasizing the lessons learned and the realities of running a business. The discussion culminates in thoughts on growth, responsibility, and future aspirations for Unyfy. In this conversation, Matt Wheeler-Barrett shares his journey in entrepreneurship, discussing the importance of building momentum, the distinction between dreamers and starters, and the challenges of team building and capacity management. Matt also offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, highlighting the significance of mentorship and networking in achieving success.Highlights:• Personal branding is essential for standing out in a competitive market• Building relationships• AI optimizing content creation • Early entrepreneurial experiences • Networking crucial for finding opportunities and partnerships• Entrepreneurship requires discipline • Attention is a key currency • Investing in people • Reinvesting in your business • Execution and action are what separate dreamers from starters• Offer value for free to build relationships• Persistence is key in finding clients and opportunities• Mentorship and networkingMatt: LinkedInUnyfy:WebsiteLinkedInFollow Me: YouTubeNewsletter LinkedIn InstagramTwitterTikTokChapters00:00 Introduction to Unifi and Its Mission03:02 The Importance of Personal Branding05:50 Building Relationships and Client Engagement08:48 Navigating Trends and Hacks in Social Media12:04 The Role of AI in Content Creation15:02 Lessons from Early Entrepreneurship17:49 The Journey of Building Unifi20:55 The Reality of Entrepreneurship23:52 Reflections on Growth and Future Aspirations27:58 Building Momentum in Entrepreneurship30:54 The Difference Between Dreamers and Starters33:22 Navigating Tough Decisions in Business34:16 Team Building and Capacity Challenges35:49 Leveraging AI in Business Operations39:07 Empathetic Leadership and Team Dynamics43:41 Long-Term Vision for Unify45:58 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs49:13 Finding Mentors and Building Connections Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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