DISQUS

Jordan Drake · 1 year ago

I'm totally an extrovert - but you make a really good point - look at introverts like Ira Glass - amazing content and very smooth - soft spoken presentation.

Another great video gary!

Justin · 1 year ago

I agree Gary, work your DNA to the max. If you show your true self then people will appreciate you more.

I can't be you, but I can be me.

-Justin

Donna Tocci · 1 year ago

Great life advice, Gary! Be who you are. Wonderful. Thanks for the reminder.

Ash · 1 year ago

I'm an introvert but I'm embracing it.

Kevin Causey · 1 year ago

I'm sorry, but I think the delivery is not the issue. It's being authentic with content, and using whatever style you have. Introverts have great things to say. Maybe they should say them in a blog, not a video, and certainly not at a live presentation. You are successful because you are consistently YOU, and that's easy for you to replicate every day. Authentic. Passionate. Delivery is just a byproduct of the technology.

suikagirl1 · 1 year ago

the BEST and most productive teams/committees that I've lead have ALWAYS had someone who's an 'introverted detail-gifted' person to balance the highly extroverted idea/visionary that I am... You've got to totally embrace you who are so that you can live your best life possible!

Swim University · 1 year ago

I'm serious about this one, If you close your eyes and listen to Gary he sounds just like Charlie from It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia, it's uncanny. Being explosive is in right now, just look at Jim Cramer on Mad Money or Keith Oberman on MSNBC. These guys yell and are engaging. It's nice to listen to someone with energy when a majority of the people are soft spoken or have some kind of speaking problem. I like the extroverts because it helps them to drill the point they are making into your head!

David Ray · 1 year ago

Yelling, whispering, introvert, extrovert... bottom line, be passionate in everything you do. While I agree that great content is important, showing great passion for what you're doing is the key because even the greatest message needs someone to breathe life into it to make it truly effective.

Slobodan Kovacevic · 1 year ago

All you said is true, but introverts by definition are not as expressive as extroverts. That can be a barrier for creating great content (especially video content).

But even we introverts can learn how to let it go and express what we think. :)

Dan Fontaine · 1 year ago

I disagree with your "tone it down assessment" in a way. I believe that if you toned it down 7% when you started you wouldn't have gotten the response you have.

Deano · 1 year ago

Gary very well said....too many people try to be things that they are not. Just be you and not anything fake and you can succeed:)

elizabethonline · 1 year ago

you know, from a psychological standpoint, introversion versus extroversion is actually an assessment of where you find your personal energy.... introverts find their personal energy and their motivation internally (from their own thought life) and extroverts get energy from external experiences. being shy or gregarious is sometimes symptomatic of those qualities, sometimes not.

i've found understanding where i stand in the two categories really helpful 1, for understanding what gets me motivated when i find i'm not and 2, for understanding the difference between being confident and being outgoing (the former i am, the latter, honestly, not so much).

you can find out more about yourself through a meyers-briggs personality test. it can be Super helpful!

also, gary, you're totally right: it's all about bringing amazing products and content to the table, not how rah rah rah you are. thanks for bringing up this point. always appreciate your ideas.

Agent Red · 1 year ago

SPOT ON, dear friend, spot ON!

CAT · 1 year ago

It's about passion and authenticity. If you're able to share your passion with folks who share the same experiences and believe in what you do, people stay involved with your brand.

InvestorCoach · 1 year ago

You said it brother. Taht is great to hear. I am entering the online media realm and have had those same thoughts and concerns. One of your viewes left a great comment on the video... they pointed out that Obama won the election without being over the top... Great points, great video, great job!!

Erik Boles · 1 year ago

@Kevin Causey -- unless I totally missed it, this is exactly what Gary is saying here. Content is king, deliver the message in the way you fell comfortable and your voice will be heard. Take my wife for example, she has forgotten more about the newspaper industry and how it is failing than most people will ever know, but she is not comfortable on video, so she is a blogger. She identifies who she is, embraces it and moves forward. This is exactly what Gary is saying and you are saying in your comment.

Now, that being said, Marketing plays a huge part here as well, and you have to promote yourself and your content in the best way possible. There is a lot of competition out there, you have to fight for the top.

At the end of the day, be you, be proud of being you. It is absolutely critical that you believe, I mean truly believe, that there is nobody in the world better suited to doing what you are doing, than you!

I get asked in interviews "do you see yourself as the next [insert name here]?" and I ALWAYS respond with "No, I see myself as the first Erik Boles!"

E

Toma Bonciu · 1 year ago

Hi,

I've watched a couple of videos of you before commenting and I have to admit that at the beginning it was hard to deal with your enthusiasm. But as I kept wathing I got used with your way of talking and discovered the content and the ideas behind all this.

I think that in the end it only matters that you to be YOU and when you go to sleep to be pleased with what you do.

Thank you

Liz · 1 year ago

The world is not a kind place if you're an introvert. Any cop show, it's the introvert who is the killer. Because Hollywood loves their extroverts!

Norm Lanier · 1 year ago

So right Gary. People see you and they think that because you're successful being you that to be successful they have to be like you. Like Gary says find your voice, passion and follow it with hard ass work and the rewards will follow.

Charles Ju · 1 year ago

That was so deep Gary, haha.

I've actually been inspired by you to start my own daily video blog soon, but like you said, I am not the type of person to have over the top energy. Thanks for validating my concept.

J DUbb · 1 year ago

Well said. You have to be you and authentic. If you are trying to be something you are not it will show no matter how hard you try to show conceal it or project someone your not.

Erik Boles you are right on with being the best Erik Boles you can be and not trying to be something your not.

John
http://twitter.com/JDubb

Andrew Brown · 1 year ago

Lots of people think just because something's been done already don't bother getting into it.

Go to the book store and you'll find that all books about 'marble collecting' have for the most part the same content. What different with each book is how they delivery that content, so if people don't like Gary's style of delivery there is room in the market for people to deliver the same content in a different style.

You won't know how much of piece of the pie you'll get until you ask for a slice.

Todd · 1 year ago

Nicely done. Thing is, you might gain fans if you toned it down, but I think you'd probably end up losing even more, plus, wouldn't be true to yourself.. FAIL. Keep it crazy.

Luke Irvin · 1 year ago

Brilliant Gary! I completely agree. I've always been more of a quiet guy and this is who I am, this is my DNA. If I do have something to say, I'm gonna say it. But in the end, it is all about the content. And I agree, if you know what you are talking about, that's all that matters!

Keep being you Gary!

@catheybleu · 1 year ago

I'm glad you brought this up. I'm a shy person and I would LOVE to have a show, but sometimes i feel like no one would be interested. and let me tell you gary, I dont watch WLTV for the wine. it's because of YOU. you inspire me, and get me pumped, and make me want to voice my opinions...scream them from the rooftops even. sometimes i wish i had your same intensity, but the more comfortable i become with myself, the more intensity comes out of me.

Dale Cruse · 1 year ago

I'm an extrovert - but in a slightly different way than GV. My background is writing. That's what I excel at and that's why I write a blog rather than publish videos. That's just my DNA. Though I'm nowhere near GV's numbers, I have notice an upturn in traffic when I publish things in "my voice" rather than trying to be a "typical" food and drink blogger.

Global Patriot · 1 year ago

When I saw Christiane Amanpour at The Women's Conference recently she talked about finder her voice, and then using that voice to report the news, telling the stories that needed to be told.

This is similar...with your own style and attitude, find your voice and find your story...then tell it...regardless of what others may say about it.

Wayne John · 1 year ago

I tend to fall on the introvert side of things, but if there is alcohol involved, all bets are off, extrovert coming at you. Same for all I'm sure...

I also have noticed that my own voice garners more comments and feedback than when I'm writing in my technical teacher speak.

Glad I came across your site, you have some thought provoking stuff. Digg it!

Cris Cohen · 1 year ago

I think there are also hybrids out there. For instance, Mike Myers once described himself as a site-specific extrovert. Offstage he is quiet and reserved. Onstage he lets loose. Again, though, whatever works for you.

Freddie Taylor · 1 year ago

Smoking! I can feel that. And appreciate hearing that one. Your closing was classic! Well said (((Clapping)))

I will be hanging around this spot....being myself.

Matt Geib · 1 year ago

Gary:

Your WORDS & 'emoting' ring true with Me!...As my 20 yr. old daughter would say "I FEEL YA MAN!"

The world needs your drive & energy, I NEED your drive & energy!

Me?...I'm a middle of the Road Guy I can be Loud & Passionate(Former Preacher whot 'got into His messages')...or I can be Anylitical, calculating & quiet(BUT STILL PASSIONATE)

I guess the question each Man/Woman must ask themselves is this....

"Do I LOVE MYSELF enough to stand up, step to the plate, & BE ALL GOD MEANT ME TO BE!!??"....WHY!? For Me...HE** No!!

As my friend & Mentor Joe Schroeder taught me I desire to be a BLESSING for 10,000 folks(AT Least!!)...I can not do that IF I hide my light...

I appreciate your words...KEEP IT UP.

My Prosperity Prospers Others, & Others Prosperity Prospers Me!

God Bless

The Great Matt Geib

Withnail · 1 year ago

Good stuff. I was thinking about this recently. This laid-back West Coaster appreciates and is motivated by Gary's East Coast energy and hustle.

Eric Hensley · 1 year ago

Being your true self and portraying your authentic self is the only way to fly. I spent years trying to figure out how to "make money" doing this or that. But what I finally realized, was that unless I put my whole self into the game and really believed in what I'm doing, I wouldn't be as successful as I could be.

It's all about authenticity, consistency and hustle.

Adam @ Paw Luxury · 1 year ago

True man! It's all about Content and Passion!...oh and Hustle.

If speaking the truth is being a jerk,....count me in. Ha ha

Hmmm, 7% less.. i can see you wrapped in a robe, on a leather couch, in front of a roaring fire...(slow monotone voice) "yes, hello and welcome to the Wine Library hour, pull up a chair won't you while we discuss the benefits of fine oak."

Ha ha...Perhaps that's the Segal remake.

-Adam @ Paw Luxury
Http://twitter.com/PawLuxury

Jess · 1 year ago

One interesting thing to ponder would be polarizing figures. Often, people who achieve success and fame are loved by people and hated by them, with no middle ground. These are also people with vision, people who have big ideas. Examples would include you, Gary; and others like Martha Stewart, or even Howard Stern. But then think about Jancis Robinson, who does not come across as an extrovert. She has built a reputation on expertise and connected with people in her own special way.

The point is not just being entertaining or achieving good content, but CONNECTING WITH OTHERS. If your presentation is boring, even though your content is good, then people will not stay with your site. People can wikipedia any subject matter for information, so why should they get their information from you? Gary has the answer- because he gives his heart and soul to it, he lets you into his life, encourages community interaction and he has vision towards the future.

Rebecca · 1 year ago

So true - one of my favorite people is much more entertaining when he's being himself vs. when he's trying to act the right way for his video blog. That is of course, the most difficult thing to do - put yourself out there for the world to see :)

zach even - esh · 1 year ago

right on GV. This is a HUGE vid b/c I see sooo many people try to be who or what they are not b/c they see someone else in their industry doing it in such a manner

your blog kills bruddah, love it!

--z--

Michael Alaniz · 1 year ago

Well said...or actually demonstrated. Actions scream -- regardless of our vocal cords.

nancy · 1 year ago

Right on the money! I love when people are honest enough with themselves...just makes life easier and you want to be around them more! To be passionate about things is truly a gift and you have it and its contagious. Can't think of a better way to be!

YOU ROCK!!

Brad G · 1 year ago

That is so true, if what you have is good, you will succeed.

Sharon · 1 year ago

Good points there GV. What's important is the content - will you transmit in writing, radio, or video, good content that engages people somehow. Content "chops" = technical knowledge of subject. Of course we can't all be a Shockingly Good Looking as you nor as extroverted and entertaining. The preceding qualities certainly help, though, just on a human level.

golfgirl · 1 year ago

So spot on GV. Gotta embrace your own style - and ramp up your content.

Donna Jackson · 1 year ago

Gary I think you found the right corner in NY to shout from that's your style. I've watched a few of your presentations with your real venacular. It works as you're autherntic.
Being authentic is the only way. You can only be a second rate somebody else if thats what you try to be.
I like wine, I write about wine on my wineblog. Do I have the desire to shout from the rooftops, no not as loud as you. So I think you cornered that niche and that's great.

J Crazy · 1 year ago

Wonderful. Gonna go increase my chops.

Saad Kamal · 1 year ago

Gary I really love your videos and talk! You are the man!

Gary Griffith · 1 year ago

Kudos, the fact that you just dont talk, you do!
I had a wise man tell me one day, "Shut up and just do it"
I did and never looked back!
Thanks for the encouragement, I love your energy!
Gary G

LaLaLori · 1 year ago

Oh, Gary. You're perfect. I wish you could do a speech for the teens in my program. <3

Arnie the one man party · 1 year ago

Great word Gary! It might hurt you in the eyes of everyone else who pays attention to all the things you do but it benefits you being who you truly are and living with intent to increase your chops. We gotta keep it real!

David Perel · 1 year ago

All the way Gary. When my brother and I started From-the-Couch we made sure that we would always be ourselves.

There are always going to be peeps out there who don't dig your style but if you are not true to being you it will come back to bite you.

Great post.

Najat Engineer · 1 year ago

You are absolutely right

and to be honest with you I used to HATE YOU hehe :P

but you won me with your content, and now I just love your personality and your loudness :D

And I come here everyday to check your new videos!!

Good Job Gary..

Brit Hammer · 1 year ago

When we accept ourselves, others accept us as well. I appreciate you for you, GV. Just keep being yourself! :-) Hugs from Rotterdam

Izze · 1 year ago

Gary, thank-you for this post, it was very motivating. Take care, always.

Rich · 1 year ago

I'm an introvert and I totally agree with your viewpoint. I think being over the top is a draw for people especially if you want to make a point to stand out from the pack or if you want to make an impactful first impression, but the ultimate lasting impression on someone is the content of what you say. Thank you for this.

Nick Pettit · 1 year ago

I'm totally an introvert, but that doesn't stop me from putting out my web design video blog!

It's all about spreading the knowledge!

- Nick Pettit @ nickpettit.com
http://twitter.com/nickrp

David Dadekian · 1 year ago

I love plenty of people who are full of shit, and I definitely mean that in a good way. It takes all kinds of people to keep the world going. Basically, diversity is good. Or to put it another way, it takes diff'rent strokes to move the world, yes it does.

Milos · 1 year ago

When real estate agents speak of the three most important things determining the price/value of a property as location, location and location that can be translated into web presence/popularity (and business revenue) as quality content, quality content and quality content!

It's easy to keep doing something well when you are knowledgeable, love it and you don't have to pretend to be someone you are not.

Sam With Traffic Is King · 1 year ago

I might disagree a little with this. I think if your doing video your personality captures people. You can be an introvert but if your monotone and dry it makes it hard to people to stay awake. I don't think you have to be "over the top" like Gary. But at least be interesting. I think you can achieve this if your an introvert or extrovert. By the way, Gary I though you where a nut job seeking attention until I realized what you started saying made sense. I can tell that if i met you in person you would still be the same "over the top" person. That's what makes your videos fun to watch.

Linsey · 1 year ago

That speaks to me. I admire your authenticity and ultimately I believe that it's what draws people. As I try to find my own voice in what I'm doing, it reminds me not to feel a need to fall in line with what I like in other people's work, but instead to find my own unique voice.

Sam with King Traffic - not everyone will be in alignment with everyone's deliver. During personal face to face meetings (or even over the phone) I modify my tone and pace to mirror others because ultimately, it makes them more comfortable. I do think there is a place for everyone and what one person perceives as 'dry and monotone' another person perceives as 'careful and articulate'.

nhat · 1 year ago

you are my hero bro. I get so pumped up everytime I listen 2u.
thx 4 pumpin out great ENTHUSIASTIC content

Lynnelle · 1 year ago

Good, entertaining video; good message; gets good comments. Everyone isn't for everyone. Be you. Be honest. Be informative. I don't agree with Slobodan Kovacevic that

"introverts by definition are not as expressive as extroverts. That can be a barrier for creating great content (especially video content)."

The introvert may deliver the content in a different style. That style may not be as popular to the masses because there's not that edge or controversy, but the content can still be there. Expressiveness is not a requirement of creating good content. It sounds like Kovacevic has a limiting paradigm he (she?) needs to shake up.

Chris Hadley · 1 year ago

Simply awesome Gary. For some reason this video really jumped out at me more than many of the others. Seesmic.com has really made me realize how different personalities can all intermix well when sharing ideas.

Some of the more interesting people on the site started out as introverts who were afraid to post their first video. Now we all mix together well in great conversation and thus we are delivering great content. It really is about what you have to say and not always how you say it.

Jarad Johnson · 1 year ago

You're totally a douchebag, but some of my best friends are douchebags. There are good douche's and bad douche's. Regardless, keep rockin' it out man.

tracy · 1 year ago

Introvert. I'm really quiet. If you talk to me I'm not shy about having a conversation but I can also easily go an entire day at work just working and talking to nobody.

Came by your blog for the first time and registering. It's a great read so far!

Jeremy · 1 year ago

Work that DNA, you found a niche in several ways... Do your thing!

I am going to be featuring this blog on thepushforward.com

Angie A. Swartz · 1 year ago

Another great rant by @garyvee on Authenticity! I think I might have to add you to my bedtime routine and get a little dose of Gary every night just for inspiration before sleep =-) Thanks for always keeping it real! I loved getting a DM from you this weekend! Happy Birthday Gary!!!!!

Lauren Cramer · 1 year ago

Well said Gary. It's all about content and telling a story within the content that people can understand and relate to. You do both very well.

Nate Pagel · 1 year ago

Happy Birthday!!!

Jake · 1 year ago

Gary - speaking opportunity.

We're getting Joseph Jaffe (big name in coversational marketing) Andy Sernovitz (word of mouth specialist) and apparently this guy called Gary Vaynerchuk - known as good gob out to speak here in Feb.(British Humour that's an invite)

Be great to get some chops. Jake.

Roberto Marinelli Mischak · 1 year ago

Jets/Titans...something in common. Hi Gary, we tried Twittering you from Sardegna recently to comment about our use of your story in a presentation to Italian biz people.

I realize we have a tie to the Jets. My father is the team's first All Star in their history. Here's story from last year:

http://www.newyorkjets.com/news/articles/show/1...

Catch you later!

Matthew · 1 year ago

Gary,
Would you be interested in being interviewed for BensFocus.com? Your just the type of person we look to for interviews. We just went live last night but we are not promoting the site for another week until we clean it up. You have been on my list of people to interview but I was waiting to ask until the site was up. So if you have a chance go take a look so you can see what kind of interviews we do. If interested let me know.

Thanks,

Matthew

Andrew Mager · 1 year ago

Gary, this is the first I've heard this one. I really enjoyed it. It's all about when you give a crap about.

My goal is to meet every single person in the world too :)

chris babin · 1 year ago

just found your show and loving it! Out in AZ and here you are coming to my winery I work at . looking forward to your new tasting of Az wines!

Geoff Livingston · 1 year ago

This was the best post I've seen you do. Thank you.

Ravit_Ustrategy · 1 year ago

Real people sharing real life lessons: Love it. Gary, you're the new doctor in the house. (Or a hair dresser. Depends.)

Peter Koning · 1 year ago

Thanks for being you, man. I just told my mastermind group to watch all your videos. Keep it up. Cheers from BC.

Matt Gill · 1 year ago

We want MORE G-man - don't leave us hanging !

Dean Ticks · 1 year ago

Thoroughly enjoy the energy. Over the top? Maybe, just depends on your perspective. I am more of an introvert, thus I have to go about things differently. How boring of a world would this be if we were all over the top? or all introverted? As long as you produce, and don't harm anyone in the process, what difference does it make?

Gary, you ROCK! BTW, Jets/Packers Super Bowl. Talk about a SB that'd be hyped to the max!

mlewis106 · 1 year ago

First step, for a lot of people is to learn and own exactly what they are. I was 30 before I realized and embraced that I'm more introverted in certain instances.

The sooner realize who we are, the sooner we can roll out that content effectively. Great points, Gary!

Trudy · 1 year ago

People are always trying to make others happy; that's what goes wrong with a lot of people. They try to be what others want them to be, rather than accepting and embracing exactly who they are and what they want to be. I don't know why, because when people are true to themselves, and do something a little different, that's when they stand out from the crowd and people love them, just like you Gary!

Mike · 1 year ago

Visited Wine Library on a roadtrip to Brooklyn from Wisconsin a week ago. Amazing place. My wife, Sue, shopped some cool products for our bed and breakfast business and I picked up some Spanish riojas to sample, plus the book. Very/Extremely helpful staff!

I am sharing WLTV with my grad students regarding the latest ways to market themselves and their schools.

Best wishes. Enjoy Brett--he's bringing the thunder!

Mike

Kyle · 1 year ago

Gary,

A friend told me about you, he said we had similar personalities and recommended that I check your site (and style of marketing). Until recently I have always been the #2 guy. My passion kept getting denied, because of the almighty dollar. The 8-10k a day I made our company from training the nations top advisers dwarfed what I would have made educating young adults. So, I resigned to start my own company that will allow thousands to become financially free. It's what I was made for, but I struggle handling the numerous day-to-day things, while proactively marketing my company. I have been providing "my product" for free over the last three months to gain exposure. Presidents of the universities and high schools I have spoke at have raved at the importance of the message. I know what I am good at and what things I need to ask for help on. How would you market to universities and high schools on a limited budget?

Paul P · 1 year ago

Could not agree with you more. When I first saw your video my first reaction was "Who's this annoying guy?" But the content pulled me in. Now I feel like I know who this annoying guy is; he's the one who I'm gonna learn a lot about wine from! (and the NY Jets by proxy) Keep up the good Work. Paul P (Lurker Extraordinaire)

Wade · 1 year ago

Gary - where are you? It's been over two weeks now without a fix. Are you in 'whispering' mode? We need the 'yelling' Gary back today!

loretta feeney · 1 year ago

Hi Gary I just emailed you about this. I have made money for the last ten years off my web site and my sports related fine art. I am getting ready to start video blogging and taking it all to the next level.
We should talk about doing a barter; wine for an excellent new New York Jets oil painting. A real action painting. Nice and big. Do you have the wall space for it?
loretta

sheehan · 1 year ago

so true brother. be yourself. get the chops. well said gary, i love your video posts, keep up the fine work!

Daniel Richard · 1 year ago

Your' a jerk off and a douchebag? Nah don't think so. More to loud and loving every moment of it. Rock on!

todd wetzelberger · 1 year ago

you already know this but you're rignt on. I hope everyone can find their own voice, in their own way. The sooner they get comfortable in their own skin, the sooner they will come alive in their own way. excellent, keep on crushing it.

jim · 1 year ago

Gary has at least one thing going for him: Authenticity

Elizabeth Kaylene · 1 year ago

Dead on.

Matt Holmes · 1 year ago

Gary, You killed that one!

I just noticed Zach Even-Esh's comment and I was going to say this is the exact same thing he told me a few months back when I was at his gym talking biz. Be yourself and pump out tons and tons of great content and care about your readers. The business will come I have noticed an increase the past few months. Thank man for the great content!

-Matt Holmes

ATLANTA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER · 1 year ago

thanks for your thoughts....the chops is really what got me....i had to ask myself if i was really doing what I needed to do? I think that the issue is schedule. You have to use the law of "the dip" and "first things first" you have to have a plan that you can follow. You have to trust your intuition and reject your false ideas of how people will view you (aka, who does he think he/she is) and go full force. thanks again

the sporting muse · 1 year ago

Dude, you are right on! Awesome stuff.

Joe Peach · 12 months ago

Gary, this is a borderline “Zen” production by you. A suggestion, not advice, is to place a small red dot (or whatever) somewhere on all your videos to lead first and many episode viewers back to this video so they (if they are in the comprehensive stage of live) truly “see” you!
This video should be shown to all students before they graduate, and most adults.
Now on a lighter side, I enjoy Port, if we ever meet, the menu will be Dow’s 1994 vintage Porto and Roaring Forties Cheese (#326).
Joe Peach

Shawn_944 · 12 months ago

Laid it down! You crushed it with this vid Gary!

Xsitepro Templates · 11 months ago

Content is king. It's been said before and I'll say it again. CONTENT IS KING! Because in the end... it's those who have something worthy, of value, to say that always stand out.

Life Example: I have a friend who's super nice, very sociable, everybody loves her when they meet her, but she's bland, and a little shallow. Now I have another friend who gives the worst first impression ever, he's very introverted, but full of knowledge. Guess who everybody loves today?

The net, the web, is the same!