TSG Ep. 11 - Steve Sims on authenticity learned through hosting Ferrari’s 50 Anniversary Party

Season 2 of the Startup Gambit Podcast kicks off with Steve D Sims. Steve is known as The Wizard of Oz by some, procuring whatever experience or item you may need. If you want to visit the Titanic in a submarine, call Steve. If you want to party with celebrities call Steve. If you want to learn how to be an authentic person, you’ve got to do that yourself but watch Steve because he is a master of that. We chat about all the things above and more in this really fun inaugural episode of The Startup Gambit Season 2. We're so glad you're here, enjoy the episode and feel free to check Steve out at https://www.stevedsims.com/ We talk and laugh with Steve about:The power of ignorance – this is a great story, you’re in for a treat.Adaptability being an absolute necessity for entrepreneurs.The pressures of a startup or any endeavor changes as it matures.  Cheerleaders, Challengers and CrabsCheerleaders - support and cheer you on. Crabs - Goad you and criticize but they don't do anything themselvesChallengers - might laugh or ask you why you're doing what you're doing, but it's because they want you to go further. They will follow-up their laugh with advice.Recognize who you’re seeking advice from. Don't focus on your inadequacy, focus on your unicorn! Unicorn!Steve focused everything he had on making his clients happy. Listen to Steve talk about coordinating the Ferrari 50 Anniversary party. It's not to miss. [19:30] The downside of social media. We like to see the arguments and turmoil of others so we can relate to it, it’s a message that never gets old. [35:30] Building your network of people is about cultivating a relationship, not transactions. You've got to find ways to keep your relationships fresh. [40:58] There's never a bad time to reach out to someone whom you'd like to connect with. Something cool that Steve said:"If you want to stand out, first of all you have to stand up"