Today we welcome Dennis Yu, CEO of BlitzMetrics.

Dennis’ approach to building a business, creating relationships and being an overall good human being is one I admire as he helped to shift my perspective on how to view not just business but life.

Tune in to learn more about his journey in business and in life.

00:00:00 - Introduction to Dennis Yu, CEO of BlitzMetrics.

00:01:01 - Dennis shares his background in math and engineering, working at Yahoo.

00:01:40 - He became an influencer unintentionally through speaking engagements.

00:02:06 - Emphasizes the importance of highlighting others in personal branding.

00:02:48 - Dennis reflects on his initial mindset about success and money.

00:03:19 - Mentorship from the CEO of American Airlines opened doors for Dennis.

00:04:11 - Dennis learns that nice people often become successful leaders.

00:05:02 - Shares a personal story about kindness from a top insurance executive.

00:06:04 - Discusses the importance of building relationships over transactional interactions.

00:07:29 - Dennis recounts a meaningful dinner with a successful entrepreneur in Dubai.

00:10:58 - Dennis believes in the power of surrounding oneself with the right people.

00:16:24 - Dennis emphasizes the shift from transactional to genuine relationships with clients.

00:19:11 - Discusses the challenge of opening doors for new opportunities in business.

00:25:03 - Demonstrating expertise without selling builds trust and credibility.

00:27:03 - Results don't have to be staggering; consistency is key in marketing.

00:28:02 - Higher-paying clients tend to be less needy and more respectful.

00:29:10 - Digital marketing channels are interchangeable; focus on what works for clients.

00:30:00 - Learning to do everything initially helps in understanding others' incompetence.

00:31:19 - Checklists are crucial for operational success, learned from airline experience.

00:33:04 - Businesses often fail by trying to do too many things poorly.

00:34:31 - Focus on one business until it reaches significant revenue before expanding.

00:36:02 - Gradually stepping away from client relationships is necessary for growth.

00:37:02 - Clients buy services based on trust and reputation, not just personal involvement.

00:39:47 - Practicing what you preach is essential for credibility in marketing.

If you would like to learn more about Dennis just Google him! Or you can check out at:

• Website: www.blitzmetrics.com
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisyu/