Work In Progress

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 --- Support this podcast

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 :) --- Support this podca

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. --- Support this podcast

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 ** --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/work-in-progress/support

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 --- Support this p

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/ --- Support this podcast:

"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 :) --- Support this podcast: h

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 :) --- Support this podcast: https://anc

"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 --- Support this podcast

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 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wor

From 9 AM to 5 PM Melissa Garcia is a full-time architect, but there's more to her than her job title. Melissa has invested 8 years of her life to perfecting her craft of photography. Her content is more than simply photos, they are stories that transcend time. Melissa is ready to take her love for photography to the next level by taking on clients for freelance work. I had a blast interviewing Melissa especially because this was the first ever in-person podcast recording! In this episode we talk about financing your first camera, ideas on how to monetize your side project, and how to use social media as a tool. Follow Melissa's photography IG: @melg_photography Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyparra/ IG: @tiffanyparra_ **The giveaway is still going on** Sign up to the newsletter for a chance to be a guest on Work in Progress: http://eepurl.com/dzbVnz --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/work-in-progress/support

Hi guys! Just want to thank everyone that has been listening to this podcast! Work in Progress recently made the top charts on iTunes and climbed up to #3 in the Arts Category. I want to begin investing more time into the podcast and experimenting with the type of content. I am running a Work in Progress Giveaway! To enter, sign up for the podcast newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/dzbVnz The prize? I will choose one person out of the first one hundred who sign up to be a guest on this podcast! The newsletter will include episode updates, guest highlights, and exclusive content. Peace, Tiffany :) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/work-in-progress/support

Founder, creative director, host of an iTunes top chart podcast, Quora Top Writer 2018, and college student Mark Metry wears many hats. "In moments it can get overwhelming, but I am choosing to do this and a big part of it is if I could be doing anything in the entire planet, it would be this." In those moments Mark has adopted healthy habits to combat any rising anxiety. Mindful mediation, daily runs, a stellar sleep schedule, and cold showers are just a few things that have fundamentally changed Marks life. He's constantly taking action because he realizes the age the opportunity we are living in and doesn't plan to let that go to waste. Connect with Mark online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-metry/ IG: @markmetry Check out the Humans 2.0 podcast available on all streaming services. **Sign up to the Work in Progress email list for latest episode updates and exclusive content: http://eepurl.com/dzbVnz** Please subscribe & review, it's a big help --- Support this podcast: https

"Looking back I'd tell myself, reach out beyond the swoosh. There's a lot out there that could catapult your career in the direction you want to go." From working at Nike's retail store to being on set for the brand's latest campaign photoshoots, Liz Miller's career path is the result of hard work & patience. Many of us (including myself) just want to be "there", but the reality is you have to earn it. Retail -> Product Design -> Social Media -> Digital Planning By staying open to opportunity, Liz was able to gain hands-on experience in all facets of the Nike brand. Liz is currently a Strategist at the Portland based ad agency, The Program, where she designs the consumer journey for brands like Jordan, LED Lenser, and more. Check out Liz's custom sneaker work: IG- @lizmillercustomers Sign up to the Work in Progress Newsletter : http://eepurl.com/dzbVnz The 2 Americans podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-two-americans-podcast/id1208313633?mt=2 --- Support this podcast: https://a

Being an entrepreneur is not all rainbows and butterflies. It takes serious grit and hustle. From an Easy-Bake Oven to operating 3 kiosk locations across North Carolina, this week’s Work in Progress guest was able to scale her passion for baking into a long-term business. At the age of 18, Alexandria Marrow ventured off to create her own business called Sweets by Alexandria. Alexandria was a manager, head baker, social media manager, and salesperson all before attending college. With the help of her family, Alexandria ran the business for 3 years prior to converting Sweets by Alexandria into a subscription model. Now, Alexandria is a sophomore at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. With any business, there are lessons and stories uncovered along the way. In this episode, we talk about the blueprint of how Alexandria went from high school graduate to full-time entrepreneur. Connect with Alexandria on LinkedIn IG:@alexandriamarr @sweetsbyalexandri --- Support this podcast

“I brought my camera along everyday so Monday to Sunday I would intentionally film something.” Kalil Magtoto lives and breaths his art. At 19 years old he’s learned a foundational skill that many of us struggle with: dedication. Kalil treats every hour of the day as an opportunity to work on something he loves. He only has one mode: Go. ​ In this episode, we talk about the future of video, whether college is the right choice, and more. Please subscribe and leave a review, it's a big help :) Kalil's social handles: http://instagram.com/kalilsm http://youtube.com/kalilmagtoto ​ My personal website: https://parrat96.wixsite.com/website --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/work-in-progress/support

“If you’re doing this for something bigger than just yourself that’s what going to get you through those hard moments.” -Cal Poly Senior and Co Founder of Atsá Foods, Rafael Pintor gives his advice for anyone facing a challenge in their entrepreneurial journey. Your Why should be the fuel tank that pushes you through the rollercoaster ride of starting a business. For Atsá Foods that why is to create sustainable economic growth in Native America and rural communities. This is not a mantra that they simply write on their website. They live by it day in and day out. By implementing their why into their supply chain and making it an integral part of how they conduct business. When you’re that closely tied to your mission, what could be more unstoppable? In episode 10 of the Work in Progress series we dive into the journey from discovering the pinyon nut to launching their first line of sustainable sourced snacks. Web: https://atsafoods.com/ IG: @atsafoods Video: ​ --- Support this podcast: https://anch

With a video at over 1.7 million views, it's safe to say Amanda Castillo has experienced going viral.

In a sea of 20,000 applicants, Alexander Smith knew what his next move had to be... He took to LinkedIn to identify the decision makers and figure out a way to reach them. Initiative is defined as the power or opportunity to take charge before others do. From NYU to the Obama White House and everywhere in between, Alexander is a prime example of what you can achieve when you take initiative. In episode 9 of Work in Progress, Alex goes over his tips on how to maintain balance in the sea of high level internships, college courses, and giving back to the community. Here are some key takeaways from this week's episode: ⚡️Find a working environment that suits your mental well being and passion⚡️ ⚡️Everyone has a different path to a destination⚡️ ⚡️Prioritize what is most important to you and create experiences around that⚡️ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/work-in-progress/support

​ Whether you’re a student, an entrepreneur, or an artist there is one thing that holds true... Relationships Matter. Nate Doherty is the founder of Respect the Funk, a media company and arts magazine. In episode 7 of Work in Progress, Nate gives his advice on how to communicate effectively when building out a creative team. ⚡️Develop meaningful relationships⚡️ ⚡️Follow through on the things you say you are going to do⚡️ ⚡️Give people the opportunity to grow and hold them accountable⚡️ Respect the Funk Social Handles IG: @respect_the_funk ​FB: @respectthefunkzine Website: respectthefunk.com If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to leave a review! :) Video Version: https://youtu.be/GImtpcFUx48 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/work-in-progress/support