The Leading Mindset with Ali Payani

The Leading Mindset with Ali Payani
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The Leading Mindset with Ali Payani

Entrepreneurship is an inspiring, audacious, nerve-wracking dopamine rush. Eavesdrop on real talk from real entrepreneurs about the complicated journey to success. Inspiration, tips, humor, and validation for any innovator bold enough to forge their own path. Hosted by Ali Payani, co-founder and CEO of LookinLA. From starting a business at age 14 to traversing continents to establish a digital marketing firm in L.A., Ali knows the bold decisions and big risks of entrepreneurship.

  1. EPISODE 1

    Video Production Strategy with Greg Heller

    Video connects your business to an audience in a way no other medium can. In this episode, Video Impact CEO Greg Heller joins Ali to discuss the importance of video production for every industry and why it’s essential to develop a clear marketing strategy before you start shooting.  https://videoimpactmarketing.com https://lookinla.com

    45 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Spinlister relaunches with Mark Gustafson

    “You haven’t failed until you quit.” Join Ali as he speaks with Mark Gustofson, founder/COO of Oprah’s favorite bike firm, StoryBikes & CEO of the Airbnb-style bicycle rental platform, Spinlister. In this episode, Mark talks about his journey, his vision for Spinlister, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and why determination and a desire to learn are central to success. https://storybicycles.com https://www.spinlister.com https://lookinla.com

    56 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Entrepreneurial & leadership roles with Ben Reiss

    What personality traits are key for entrepreneurs wishing to forge their own path? According to Ben Reiss, Business Development Manager at the L.A. Chamber of Commerce, self-awareness, and honesty should be the first priority. In this episode, Ben shares his insights about the leadership mindset, his own journey from the entertainment industry to entrepreneurial pursuits to leadership roles within the larger business community.  https://lachamber.com https://lookinla.com

    52 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    Connection and Curiosity in Leadership with Sam Vaghar

    If anyone knows the secret to nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit, it’s Sam Vaghar. Join Ali as he speaks with the Executive Director of Millennium Campus Network about how the organization guides and empowers undergraduate students all over the world to become successful leaders. Also Executive Director of UN Women, Vaghar discusses the importance of human connection, curiosity, reading, and learning in any business owner’s effort to drive the world forward. https://www.mcnpartners.org https://lookinla.com

    1h 3m

  5. EPISODE 5

    Recognizing Hidden Opportunities with Julian Gonzalez

    Business excellence begins with an open mind. No one knows this better than cryptocurrency investor, angel investor, and functional fitness coach Julian Gonzalez-Becerra. Listen in as Julian and Ali talk about discovering inspiration and insight in everyday conversations. Gozalez-Becerra also shares his best tips for staying calm, finding the growth opportunity in every challenge, and seizing opportunities before it’s gone for good.

    1h 12m

  6. EPISODE 6

    Staying Ahead of the Curve with George Mekhtarian

    As far as George Mekhtarian is concerned, few things are worse than looking back on your life with regrets. Listen as the CEO of California LightWorks talks to Ali about the value of taking risks, what it means to have the stamina of an entrepreneur, and how starting a business in the 90s taught him to be patient in this new age of immediate gratification. Mekhtarian also describes his journey with California LightWorks and how he capitalized on a niche opportunity at the perfect moment. https://californialightworks.com https://lookinla.com

    53 min

  7. EPISODE 7

    Creative Solutions in a Restricted Market with Alyssa Tucker

    Entrepreneurs in the CBD industry face a major paradox. There is more opportunity in the market than ever before, but the legal limitations and marketing restrictions are no joke. Alyssa Tucker, founder, and CEO of the CBD skincare boutique Hydro Kitty, joins Ali to discuss her strategies for promoting her brand and finding success. She also shares how her background in UX has shaped her entrepreneurial instincts and her approach to pairing patients with the best solutions. You don’t want to miss this one.   https://hydrokitty.com https://lookinla.com

    34 min
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Entrepreneurship is an inspiring, audacious, nerve-wracking dopamine rush. Eavesdrop on real talk from real entrepreneurs about the complicated journey to success. Inspiration, tips, humor, and validation for any innovator bold enough to forge their own path. Hosted by Ali Payani, co-founder and CEO of LookinLA. From starting a business at age 14 to traversing continents to establish a digital marketing firm in L.A., Ali knows the bold decisions and big risks of entrepreneurship.

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