Faith - Brand Viva Media

An Agency Story

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Welcome to An Agency Story podcast, I’m your host Russel.
In this episode, we're joined by Mark Labriola II, the dynamic founder of Brand Viva Media, based in Centennial, Colorado.
Mark shares his journey from touring as a musician to building a podcast and video content agency known for turning “boring” into beautiful. Not to mention he made it to the Top 50 on American Idol.
In this episode we talk a lot about the importance of a positive mindset within the business, especially in the face of adversity and difficult times. This is definitely evident in Mark's story starting out with a traumatic childhood situation all the way to how a pivotal layoff pushed Mark to transform his side hustle into a full-time venture and more.
Enjoy the story.

Show Notes Insights
The Power of Relationships
Mark credits much of his success to being present in his previous jobs and nurturing professional relationships. These connections became pivotal when transitioning to agency ownership, often opening doors to new clients and opportunities. This underscores the long-term value of building authentic relationships and maintaining a positive reputation.
Mindset and Resilience
Entrepreneurship is fraught with challenges, and Mark’s story demonstrates the critical role of mindset in overcoming them. His mantra of “living with expectancy” and trusting that hard work will yield results helped him navigate moments of uncertainty, such as financial pressures and setbacks. This mindset serves as a reminder to focus on persistence and optimism while building a business, even during tough times.