Ren Thompson is a private jeweler, President of Chicago Jewelers Association, and a good personal friend of James.

Having built his business from the ground up and establishing a client-base of high net-worth individuals, Ren has valuable lessons in entrepreneurship, networking, and branding for anyone interested in business.

Expect to learn:

• How to network and do business with high net worth individuals
• A high value man's dating strategy
• Doing business in Miami vs Chicago
• How to grow and learn in your 20s
• And much, much more

Timestamps:

• 00:00 The Cigar Journey Begins
• 02:59 Me Time: The Ritual of Smoking
• 06:06 Life Expectancy and Lifestyle Choices
• 08:59 Non-Negotiables in Relationships
• 11:48 Communication: The Key to Relationships
• 15:09 Dating for Marriage vs. Experience
• 17:50 The Path to Entrepreneurship
• 20:49 Building a Jewelry Brand
• 24:01 Creating a Luxurious Experience
• 26:57 Networking with High Net Worth Individuals
• 29:57 The Future of Jewelry
• 47:23 The Evolving Jewelry Market
• 51:01 Personal Style and Jewelry Choices
• 52:58 Dining Experiences and Social Etiquette
• 01:01:12 Service Standards in Restaurants
• 01:07:39 Navigating Life Without a Car
• 01:10:18 Balancing Work and Personal Life
• 01:22:53 Setting Business Goals for the Future

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