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A few weeks ago I had the good fortune of attending a talk given by Gary Vaynerchuk on Social Media and his new book, “Crush it!”. If you aren’t familiar with Gary, he’s the darling of SM these days, who took his video blog Wine Library TV to monumental heights through good ol’ fashion gumption and the use of Facebook and Twitter (among other social media platforms).

I have to admit (starry-eyed as it is) I feel a special connection with Gary. During his first year of Wine Library TV, I was managing a boutique winery in Woodinville, and Gary reviewed our wines. I instantly became a fan of his playful style and utter lack of pomp and circumstance. While I enjoyed his shows, I eventually lost track of Gary’s continuing success because I had other (non-wine related and non-social media) fish to fry. I’ve recently caught back up with Gary’s ever-growing endeavors over the past several months and was thrilled to have the opportunity to see him in person. While he was signing my book I mentioned to him he had reviewed our wines way back when…he looked thoughtful for a moment and made my jaw drop when he replied that he did remember and even made reference to the winery. Are you kidding me? Impressive.

To look at Gary now, one might think what a Cinderella story. While maybe on one hand it is, it’s not by luck nor chance Gary has risen to the great heights he finds himself at now. Gary’s a visionary with a staggering work ethic and an enviable, never-ending well of self-confidence. He looked his future square in the eye at a very young age and made a deal to never, never, never give up on his dreams. And it’s worked.

If you are looking for inspiration on following your dreams, making a living out of your true passion, or learning more about the power Social Media has in the business world, I’d highly recommend you familiarize yourself with the book post haste. It’s a quick read which offers real-life information and tools you can immediately put to use. I’d also strongly recommend you get to know Gary (follow him in Twitter, watch his wine reviews on Wine Library TV, become a fan on Facebook). He’s as real as they get and we can all learn something from such a passionate, inspired and fearless individual as Gary Vay*ner*chuk.

Visit Wine Library TV to wath Gary’s wine reviews or find out more information on Crush It! here.

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