EP90: Chris Van Vliet on Capturing Attention in a Digital World

💼 Check out Ben's firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/  In a world dominated by YouTube algorithms and personalized content recommendations, the classic allure of television retains its charm for Chris Van Vliet. Tracing his journey from childhood ambitions to becoming a charismatic television personality, Chris has interviewed global icons from Oprah to Clooney, but he's not stopping there. As the landscape of entertainment shifts, so does he.   Now, with a foot firmly planted in both worlds, he delves into podcasting, exploring the intricacies of capturing attention in a digital era.  In this episode, Chris Van Vliet highlights: ✅ The state of the movie industry and the unique experience of watching a film in a theater. ✅ Transformation of television to modern-day content creation, especially with the emergence of platforms like YouTube. ✅ Unintentional journey into YouTube while working for a TV station and experiences with renowned talents. ✅ The distinction between traditional TV as a conventional entertainment medium and YouTube as a more entrepreneurial route where only certain entertainers have achieved success. ✅ Persistence, consistency, and remembering one's beginnings are crucial to achieving and maintaining success. ✅ The power of specific goals in life and business. Setting clear and specific objectives, instead of vague aspirations, is crucial. ✅ An exploration into personal investment philosophies and the diverse strategies individuals adopt based on their preferences and experiences. Chris Van Vliet is an accomplished Canadian television/radio personality, YouTuber, film critic, and entrepreneur currently residing in Studio City, Los Angeles. Born in Pickering, Ontario, Chris paved an impressive path in the world of entertainment journalism. As an entertainment reporter for FOX affiliate WSVN in Miami on the Deco Drive show, he brought engaging stories to households. This followed a diverse range of experiences, from co-hosting the Sun TV show Inside Jam! in Canada to being a significant presence on Razer's 969 program, which eventually transitioned to MTV2.  Get in touch with Chris Van Vliet. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisvanvliet-  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisVanVliet  Website:https://chrisvanvliet.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisvanvliet/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-ULsqsUW_UB1F6i2rOo_uQ  Connect with Ben Reinberg. Website: https://benreinberg.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbenreinberg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/realbenreinberg TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg ✍️ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ben-reinberg-i-own-it/id1626923659 #IOwnItPodcast #BenReinberg #RealEstate