He Worked With Akon & Stormzy?! Riley Jubbie on Talent, Film & the Grind Behind Success | FMU Podcast

Today on Founders Mindset Unfiltered, we’re joined by Riley Jubbie, founder of SM Collectives Agency - a creative force in talent management, video production, and live events.Riley shares his journey from break dancer to producer and director, how he built his agency from the ground up, the reality of burnout, the grind behind success, and what he learned working with artists like Akon and Stormzy.He opens up about leadership, spotting talent, the pressure of doing everything yourself, and the power of relationships in the industry. A raw and inspiring conversation about passion, discipline, and creative resilience.Follow Riley Jubbie:Website: https://smcollectiveagencies.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.m_collective/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/rileydixon18/?hl=en-gbhttps://www.instagram.com/poledreams.uk?igsh=MXRyNG56cmRpend4Yg==Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aryamanjacob/Follow us on Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundersmindsetunfiltered/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jaATPGyltz7WTFOB6LyWF?si=b05c54cbf6184cbbTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@foundermindsetpodcast00:00 – Intro04:42 – Building and trusting a team09:36 – From dancer to agency founder17:46 – Handling challenges in music video production23:15 – Filming tricks and entertainment industry truths25:45 – Networking and building industry relationships29:36 – Music video production process36:28 – Understanding and recognizing talent44:24 – Managing client satisfaction and expectations49:59 – Handling live event challenges54:29 – Family support and early influences01:00:01 – Support system and mindset01:01:17 – Hiring criteria and attention to detail01:04:31 – Letting employees go and leadership approach01:06:49 – Learning business from family and early jobs01:10:54 – Starting a business: preparation and flexibility01:13:14 – Dealing with creative burnout01:16:14 – Working with Akon and Stormzy01:20:37 – Importance of persistence and networking01:24:42 – Agency pitch and business overview01:26:32 – Request for advice and audience engagement