Meet Ian Kersey | Content Creator & Entrepreneur

We had the good fortune of connecting with Ian Kersey and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ian, how has your work-life balance changed over time?
Throughout the last two years, my work-life balance has drastically changed. I am constantly thinking of new ideas. Juggling being a full-time content creator, college student, and getting work experience in my field, there are always new challenges that arise in my day to day. I love this lifestyle because I always have plenty of things to do but the downside is I’m constantly stuck in the cycle between staying home, grinding out projects, starting new business ventures, or wanting to go out more and enjoy life more. I think balance is the key to living a lifestyle that I enjoy. Whenever I lean too far on the work or play side, I make a mental note to re-assess and figure out the perfect formula by the start of the next week.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I am an entrepreneur, content creator, and lifelong student. Discipline and consistency trump all when creating a vision for life. What sets me apart is having a definite vision, following my passions, and wanting to make a difference in the world. I have been blessed to work with major corporations within the streetwear/fashion and sneaker world as well as major artists and record labels. I have worked with the Nike SNKRS app, Ralph Lauren, Giorgio Armani, and Foot Locker; all corporations which I have greatly admired for years. I’ve had many full-circle moments when working with brands and corporations that I used to wear and support for years before starting on social media. Apart from all the massive successes, I have learned that developing a growth mindset and having fun throughout the process is the best recipe for positive development. Building relationships between clients and peers is a massive part of success. When providing a product or service, it is vital to deliver value because clients will notice and become repeat customers. I have learned that my personal achievement has been in direct correlation to the value I provide to the world. I want my audience to know that with passion combined with the intention to provide value, a space is opened for many new opportunities and achievements.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
My favorite spots in the city are downtown and hiking in the west side of town. To anyone visiting I would take them west toward the little mountain towns like Evergreen and spend the afternoon hiking, eating at local restaurants, and enjoying the views.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I want to thank my mentor Bob Proctor and my peers for teaching me the steps along the process of creating a vision. The course has been so much more fun with fellow content creators supporting each other and giving tips to help one another achieve our goals!

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