Foundr Magazine Podcast | Learn From Successful Founders & Proven Entrepreneurs, The Ultimate Startup Podcast For Business

Michelle Phan wears many hats. Or more perhaps more aptly; lipstick hues.  YouTube pioneer, mega brand boardroom heavyweight, company founder, creative director, global beauty queen.  Phan has makeup tricks that will make your eyes pop. But the numbers behind her success could make them water. Approaching 8 million YouTube followers, 1.1 billion video views, and over 1 million subscribers to her online beauty community and sampling service, ipsy. Not bad for a 28-year-old who started touting the perfect pout online as a hobby during university.  But don’t be mistaken, Phan’s success is not a story of luck but one of awesome internet savvy, authenticity and getting there first to opportunity. In this interview you will learn: How to develop fresh angles and stories that your audience will love Key tips on developing your own personal brand The importance of good storytelling, whether it's video, audio, or written How to stay creative and be constantly inspired What exactly YouTube is for marketers and the