A show about the hard road to success, as a creative entrepreneur. Based in Oakland, CA, host Reuben Ly – a small business owner turned journalist – travels the country capturing the struggle and success of a diverse range of creators. From award-winning chefs, to craft beer producers, to graffiti artists. Each season captures a different local industry, in a particular place. Working Sunday – because when it's your own business – you gotta do it. -- Social @workingsunday Web: http://www.wor ...
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LA Working Artists 5: Be The Tortoise
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The turtle and the hare – a classic fable. Building a brand is a marathon, not a sprint. Don't be the cocky rabbit who burns out. Today we have stories of two humble, hard-working guys who have persevered through tough times ... to see huge success.This season of Working Sunday does a deep dive into what it takes (and means) to build an authentic, …
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LA Working Artists 4: Courage
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It takes courage to follow your dreams. But these women in this episode aren’t just carving out a space for their work in the world ... they’re carving out a space for themselves.This season of Working Sunday does a deep dive into what it takes (and means) to build an authentic, personal brand – that can blow up.From Pasadena to Culver City – from …
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LA Working Artists 3: Community + Social Media
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In the social media era how do we get past the popularity contest – to build a real community?Both guests face serious health challenges, alongside running an art business. A strong social media community has supported both their business and their healing process. But as we all know … social media has its darkside… This season of Working Sunday do…
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LA Working Artists 2: Build Your Brand
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Two stories of people finding a tiny little niche ... and building a hugely successful business. Our first guest turned a part time passion project into the largest art market of it’s kind in the world – DesignerCon. Our second guest launched a super niche (and kind of bizarre) art product on a shoestring budget.This season of Working Sunday does a…
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LA Working Artists 1: Money, Ego & Ambition
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We start ... with the fine art world. Where a piece can sell for $10 million dollars – or wind up in the trash heap. Lots of us believe the difference is a lucky break. But what if the difference is internal? Our mindset as creators. How we value ourselves, and our work …This season of Working Sunday does a deep dive into what it takes (and means) …
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In the next 5 shows, we are going to travel deep into the psyche of 10 successful Working Artists. This season of Working Sunday does a deep dive into what it takes (and means) to build an authentic, personal brand – that can blow up.From Pasadena to Culver City – from Melrose to Long Beach –Welcome to the world of LA Working Artists.Season Guests:…
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18 – No Silver Spoon In This Mouth! – Mark Choey of Climb Real Estate
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Born to immigrant parents in New York City, Mark Choey 'climbed' the ladder of corporate success until he realized ... he could make much more money in real estate.Co-Founder of Climb Real Estate, one of the Top 10 Brokerages in San Francisco, Mark is successful by any standard. But does he think so? On this show we will explore the mindset require…
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17 – Mini Golf Universe – Steve Fox of Urban Putt
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Steve Fox has bottled the magic of Miniature Golf … shaken it up … and let it explode all over the walls, floors and ceiling. Building a magical universe that can withstand "the rigors of 8 year old boys and 30 year old drunks…" and "all of the terrible things that can happen when you arm a bunch of people with weapons and set them loose with drink…
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16 – It's Gonna Be Like Levi's! – Ifafunke Oladigbolu of Lola's African Apparel
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On a trip back home to Nigeria, 'Lola' took $1,000 and produced as many outfits as she could. She brought them back with her to the US and began selling them at a weekend flea market.Her clothing not only is a thriving business, but helps boost a sense of identity for her African-American customers – in a small way, helping combat a legacy of slave…
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15 – Persistence and the Music Business – Lalin St. Juste and Aki Ehara – leaders of band The Seshen
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The Seshen is a major band in the making. They've licensed their songs to BET and the Syfy channel ... and have played major festivals around the US. They're fresh off a European tour and sit down to talk about what it takes to make it in the music business... something they are still working on every day…
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