This week we have two of the greatest creative minds to come directly out of the Midwest, Ben Hagarty and Scotty Russell sit down with me to answer one question, 

“What advice would they give to their 18-year old-selves?”  

Getting shit done and creating a mental environment to grind has always been the way that Ben Hagarty and Scotty Russell have conducted themselves in their business lives, but it wasn’t always that way. It took Ben and Scotty years to develop actionable goals that would affect the work they put in, but it was all worth it because they knew the value of themselves. They created value for others without the intent of getting anything out of it, they worked to prove themselves. Ben Hagarty is the mastermind behind the creative production community called Black With No Cream, this community is full of creatives from those who are just starting out all the way up to industry experts who are looking to give advice. Scotty Russell is the brains of Perspective Collective, an Illustrative Lettering Artist who's mission is to deliver motivational content accompanied by original, uplifting artwork. Scotty is by far one of the most motivational and well-spoken people I know.
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Show notes 
0:00-0:33 Update with Trevor
0:34-0:58 Trevor’s introduction
0:59-1:45 Ben and Scotty introduce themselves and their communities
1:46-2:42 Sponsorship spot, Ladyboss
2:43-5:15 Ben talking about his overseas travel with Beyonce
5:16-10:48 Scotty touches on becoming a father and talking about how the decisions you make impact all aspects of life, but making sure to be intentional with your time
10:49-12:44 10 Things you’d tell your 18 year old self, each guest goes through their list 12:45-14:00 Ben talks about his first, not selling himself short
14:01-15:44 Scotty talks about his first tip, patience and consistency will always pay off 15:45-16:46 Trevor’s first tip, time is the most important asset you have
16:47-17:07 Shout out for coffee from Corey, I’m glad y’all liked it..
17:08-18:09 Ben’s second tip, nothing happens overnight
18:10-21:30 Scotty’s Second tip, say yes to a lot of things until you can say no
21:31-24:35 Trevor’s second tip, go sooner
24:36-25:50 Scotty’s third tip, get out of your comfort zone
25:51-28:00 Trevor talks about playing the long game
28:01-30:32 Ben’s third tip, you will always be a student
30:33-34:25 Scotty’s fourth tips, it’s not about what you know, it’s about who you know 34:26-45:50 Don’t waste time on things or people that don’t bring value
45:52-52:30 Trevor speaks about taking care of your body and the mind will follow
52:31-53:34 Ben talks about the value of starting youtube in 2019
53:35-55:18 Scotty’s motto, you can't make everyone happy, you’re not pizza
55:19-57:45 Trevor says, stop trying to prove your worth
57:46-1:01 Ben says why people shouldn’t be afraid to raise your prices
1:01:10-1:03:15 Money and opportunities will come to you when you’re ready and you have to take the initiative to get it
1:03:16-1:05:56 Turning off the distractions and listen to someone who is important in your life 1:05:51-1:08:12 Final parting messages
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