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Leveling Up with Eric Siu

Leveling Up is a weekly interview series with entrepreneurs and marketers on the latest in business and marketing. Learn actionable strategies & tactics on how you can make your business grow and mistakes to avoid during your journey. Learn from individuals who have founded billion dollar companies to best-selling authors. Entrepreneur and host Eric Siu also shares insights and learnings along the way.
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Top 5 Cryptocurrency To Invest In For Long Term Thinkers in 2022

In this episode, I will discuss the Top 5 Cryptocurrencies to Invest in for long-term thinkers in 2022 and what I mean by that. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Intro [00:42] - Long Term Thinkers [01:54] - Ability to invest in internet [03:14] - Buy and Hold [03:51] - 1. Avalance [04:18] - 2. Terra (Luna) [05:00] - 3. Solana [05:30] - 4. Ethereum [06:12] - 5. Bitcoin [06:45] - Final Thoughts [07:33] - Outro Programs: ✌️Free Masterclass On How To Create Your Dream Business https://levelingup.co...

Feb 11, 202210 min

How Axie Infinity Plans To Reach 4 Billion Gamers (With Co-founder Jeff Zirlin)

In this episode, Eric talks with Jeff Zirlin, Co-Founder of Sky Mavis and the Axie Infinity game, about their plans to reach 4 billion gamers. Tuning in you’ll hear a breakdown of the game mechanics of Axie Infinity, why it’s built for Web 3, and how it uses NFTs as its core component. Jeff gets into the details of his role as Growth Lead at Sky Mavis, how Web 3 is changing the world of marketing, and the crucial role that community plays in their rapid growth rate. We also hear from Jeff about ...

Feb 10, 202232 min

How to build an NFT team, defining your NFT values, and more - NFT Journey pt 1

In this episode, I am going to talk about how to build an NFT team from scratch and why is it important to define your NFT and core values! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Intro [00:10] - The format [00:56] - Building NFT team from scratch [01:50] - My team [02:39] - The x-factor [04:13] - Be mindful of who you end up helping/hiring [04:35] - Traction [05:30] - IDS (Identify, Discuss, Solve) [06:53] - Hire slow, Fire fast [07:35] - Define your NFT values [08:22] - Defining core values [09:00]...

Feb 08, 202215 min

How Membership Based NFTs Create High Floor Prices

In this episode, I'll discuss why membership-based NFTs create high floor prices and introduce you to my newest NFT project, Leveling UP Heroes! TIME STAMPED-SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Intro [00:10] - Membership Based NFTs Floor Prices [00:30] - Crypto Packaged Goods [01:25] - PROOF Collective [01:42] - PROOF Mechanics [02:38] - Leveling Up Heroes [03:23] - LU Heroes Epic Tier [04:20] - Delivering the maximum value for the members [04:50] - Outro Programs: ✌️Free Masterclass On How To Create Your Dre...

Feb 04, 20227 min

Axie Infinity Co-founder’s Vision on Gamifying the Entry to Web3

Co-founder of Axie Infinity shares his vision on gamifying the entry to Web 3 and some updates for Axie Infinity that excites him. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - What are you excited about? [00:30] - Axie Infinity Origins [01:44] - No soft activation in Web 3 Programs: ✌️Free Masterclass On How To Create Your Dream Business https://levelingup.com/masterclass 👾 Get My Book, Leveling Up: How to Master the Game of Life + FREE Bonuses https://levelingup.com/freebook 🤵Learn How To Start Or Grow...

Feb 02, 20225 min

Axie Infinity Co-founder Reveals The ULTIMATE Secret to Web3 Marketing

In this video, Axie Infinity's co-founder reveals the secret to Web3 Marketing and how they engage with their community and have them contribute to the company's success! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Intro [00:15] - Web 3 growth marketing [00:30] - Engaging with the community and newcomers [01:19] - Making them contribute to the success [02:05] - Final thoughts Programs: ✌️Free Masterclass On How To Create Your Dream Business https://levelingup.com/masterclass 👾 Get My Book, Leveling Up: ...

Jan 27, 20225 min

The Secret of Axie Infinity Co Founder Jeff Zirlin in Running a Growth Team

In this episode, learn the growth team strategy of Axie Infinity Co-Founder Jeff Zirlin and how the community builders from Web 2 shine the light forward! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Intro [00:40] - Growth team strategy [01:27] - Learning from Web 2 community builders [02:10] - Community is the beginning and the end [03:08] - Axie's culture of experimentation Programs: ✌️Free Masterclass On How To Create Your Dream Business https://levelingup.com/masterclass 👾 Get My Book, Leveling Up: H...

Jan 25, 20226 min

Axie Infinity Co-founder Reveals How They Are Achieving their BHAG of A BILLION Players

In this episode, Axie Infinity Co-founder discusses their 'Big Hairy Audacious Goal' on achieving a BILLION players! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Intro [00:09] - Axie Infinity BHAG [00:37] - Achieving BILLIONS [01:00] - Play to earn in Axie [01:52] - How they create opportunity for others [02:50] - Others spend for others to earn Programs: ✌️Free Masterclass On How To Create Your Dream Business https://levelingup.com/masterclass 👾 Get My Book, Leveling Up: How to Master the Game of Life + ...

Jan 21, 20226 min

How Axie Infinity Generates 6 Billion Dollar Circulating Market Cap

In this episode, we are going to talk about how Axie Infinity generates 6 billion dollars circulating market cap! Learn how does Axie work and why they're on top of the game! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Intro [00:21] - How does Axie work? [01:15] - Different types of Axie player [02:14] - Future plans [02:48] - The end game Programs: ✌️Free Masterclass On How To Create Your Dream Business https://levelingup.com/masterclass 👾 Get My Book, Leveling Up: How to Master the Game of Life + FREE ...

Jan 20, 20226 min

The TOP Community First NFTs to Consider for 2022 & Beyond

In this episode, I focus on 9 NFTs that have the best community and long-term utility for 2022. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Intro [00:08] - Evaluating NFTs [00:32] - Eric's OpenSEA Account [00:41] - Proof Collective [01:25] - Y Whales Crystal Whales [02:38] - Rug Radio [03:37] - Illuminati [04:13] - Impact Theory [05:22] - World of Women [05:39] - Floor NFT NYC Beta Token [05:51] - VeeFriends [06:11] - Bored Ape Yacht Club [06:29] - Outro Programs: ✌️Free Masterclass On How To Create Your...

Jan 13, 20229 min

How Big Brands Like Nike Are Utilizing NFTs in Their Marketing

In this episode, I talk about how different big brands are using NFTs to grow their businesses, and how NFTs are being used in a lot of different ways. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Intro [00:13] - Under Armour's Sneaker NFT [00:54] - Marilyn Monroe NFTs [01:23] - VeeFriends and UNO NFTs [01:33]- Melania Trump's NFT [01:42] - Adidas x BAYC NFT [02:02] - Nike's Cryptokicks [02:13] - NBA Top Shot [02:22] - Taco Bell's Virtual Tacos [02:28] - Coca Cola NFT [02:41] - What does this mean? [03:00]...

Jan 11, 20228 min

Crypto (Web3) Marketing Trends for 2022 & Beyond

In this episode, I am going to talk about Crypto Marketing trends for 2022 and beyond! Learn more about the freshest ideas and amazing tactics you can do in the world of Web3. Know what platforms to maximize and why throwing an event will take a spot this year! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Introduction [00:14] - Redefining Web 3 [00:37] - The marketing in the world of Web 3 [01:04] - Web 2 still work/ We are still in Web 2 [02:05] - Promoting NFT [02:55] - Define the people you are looking ...

Jan 06, 202210 min

Crypto (Web3) Marketing 101

In this episode, I am going to talk about Crypto Marketing 101. Learn more about the world of Web3 and how people are marketing there! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Introduction [00:16] - What is the difference between Web 1, 2, and 3? [02:06] - The world of Web3: DeFi, NFT [03:27] - How people are marketing? [04:16] - Think longer terms [05:14] - Know where are your people hanging out? [05:56] - People will need help managing communities [06:19] - Crypto Marketing 101 - Framework [06:52] - ...

Jan 04, 202210 min

A Simple Way To Get Influencers To Promote Your NFT Project

In this episode, I am going to talk about some simple ways to get influencers that can promote your NFT projects. Learn different useful tools and strategies that I also use! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Intro [00:35] - The Dream 100 List [01:18] - Twitter tool you can use: Followerwonk [01:40] - How I organize my Dream 100 List [03:07] - What to do if you don't have a lot of followers? [04:58] - Checking an actual promoter account [05:54] - Know what's your goal when choosing [06:36] - Too...

Dec 30, 202110 min

5 Reasons On Why Community Is The Future of Marketing

In this episode, I am going to talk about the 5 reasons why "Community" is the future of marketing! Discover the benefits of creating an amazing community and how it will affect the advancement of marketing! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Introduction [00:14] - The world of Web3 [00:54] - The Community in marketing [02:10] - 1. Community before launching product/services [02:47] - 2. Great marketing is a long term investment [03:31] - 3. Communities are built on relationships [04:13] - 4. It ...

Dec 29, 20219 min

Why Airdrops Like $SOS Are A BIG Deal for The Future of Marketing & Business

In this episode, I am going to talk about why Airdrops like $SOS are a "Big Deal" for the future of marketing and business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Introduction [00:20] - What is SOS? [02:06] - What's the implication in marketing and business? [02:55] - Their success is your success [03:26] - Different scenarios with SOS [05:13] - Final thoughts [05:40] - Outro Programs: ✌️Free Masterclass On How To Create Your Dream Business https://levelingup.com/masterclass 👾 Get My Book, Leveling ...

Dec 28, 20218 min

How To Build A $100M Network That's Indestructible

In this episode, we are going to talk about how to meet badass people that will help you build a $100M network that is indestructible. Find out how your passion for learning new things will help you develop relationships with people who can help you succeed! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Introduction [02:40] - Importance of learning new things [04:26] - Eric's experience of attending events/conferences [04:49] - Throwing dinners/events [06:10] - Using your platforms (Podcast, Twitter) [07:40...

Dec 23, 202112 min

THE Marketing Product for 2022: How Mutiny Decreases Ad Costs By 60%+

Hiring an engineer for personalization and driving conversion rates is costly and time-consuming. Luckily the new platform, Mutiny, can give you a jump start without the need to hire any new employees! In today’s episode of Leveling Up, Eric talks with Jaleh Rezaei, CEO and co-founder of Mutiny. In our conversation, she explains how her talent for engineering, love of marketing, and passion for sales, resulted in a no-code platform that gives customers everything they need to drive personalizati...

Dec 22, 202125 min

How to Get Your Dream Clients in 2022

In this episode, I'll explain a few creative ways to get the clients you want in 2022 and beyond. Understand the importance of forming long-term relationships with people and how to think outside the box! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Introduction [00:27] - 1. Throw some dinner! [01:17] - Host an event [01:40] - 2. Web3 [02:21] - 3. Poaching [03:25] - 4. Give them gifts! Be creative [04:23] - Cultivate a relationship [05:11] - Outro Programs: ✌️Free Masterclass On How To Create Your Dream Bu...

Dec 21, 20218 min

7 🔥 Crypto Web3 Careers for 2022 & Beyond

In this video, I'm going to talk about 7 Crypto Careers for 2022 & Beyond. As the world of Web3 is exploding, learn what roles and careers will be in demand to get ahead of 99% of people. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Introduction [00:19] - 1. Community Manager [02:03] - 2. Partnerships Manager [02:56] - 3. Influencer Manager [03:45] - 4. Events Manager [04:47] - 5. Developer [05:43] - 6. Designer [06:24] - 7. Project Manager [07:44] - Outro Programs: ✌️Free Masterclass On How To Create ...

Dec 14, 202110 min

How to secure your NFTS from hackers

Today, I talk about how to safely secure your NFTs from hackers. Many people have lost their NFTs to hackers, so it's important to make sure your assets are protected. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Intro [00:22] - Use a hardware wallet [01:12] - Use two-factor authentication [01:30] - Use a password manager [03:00] - Use a VPN [03:25] - What NOT to do [03:59] - Outro Programs: ✌️Free Masterclass On How To Create Your Dream Business https://levelingup.com/masterclass 👾 Get My Book, Leveling ...

Dec 09, 20217 min

Marketing Masterclass Bored Ape Yacht Club

Today I talk about how the Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT collection is a masterclass in marketing. BAYC is an NFT collection that is the gold standard for NFT marketing - from capitalizing on exclusivity, to creating utility, to cultivating community. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - What is the Bored Ape Yacht Club? [00:50] - Celebrities that have Bored Apes [01:39] - Owning an Ape has an exclusivity factor [02:45] - Bored Ape NFTs have utility [03:30] - Bored Apes: the new Supreme? [04:15] - Bored...

Dec 07, 202110 min

How Social Tokens Will Change Marketing FOREVER

Today, I talk about how social tokens will affect marketing. I define social tokens and share the possibilities for incorporating them into marketing to grow your business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Intro [00:14] - What are social tokens? [02:08] - How creators can use social tokens for marketing [03:55] - How brands can use social tokens for marketing [04:45] - Why social tokens work and what this implies for marketers in Web3 [06:06] - Social tokens are a long-term play [06:30] - Outro...

Dec 03, 20219 min

THE #1 Marketing Trend: How Web3 Will Change Marketing Forever

Today, I'm talking about how Web3 will change marketing forever. I discuss what Web3 is, how it's changing the Internet, and how marketers will have to adapt for the long term. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:00] - Intro [00:18] - Different eras of the Internet - Web1 and Web2 [01:55] - What is Web3? [03:13] - NFTs are already exploding [04:33] - How Web3 will change the way we do marketing through communities and NFTs [05:20] - The rise of decentralized power [05:59] - Own your assets and communiti...

Dec 01, 202110 min

How Gary Vee Sold 1M Copies Of His Books Through NFTs

Today, I talk about how Gary Vee sold 1 million copies of his book "Twelve and a Half" using the power of NFTs and what you can learn from it - from how to leverage NFTs in your marketing to creating an incentive and an offer. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Intro [00:49] - The innovative NFT strategy Gary Vee used to sell his book [01:13] - The power of incentive [01:51] - You can do a lot with NFTs [02:20] - How I am considering a similar strategy for Leveling Up [03:00] - Outro Programs: ✌...

Nov 29, 20216 min

Why Community Is The Future Of Marketing

Today, I talk about why community is the future of marketing. With the rise of Web3 and decentralized power, it's important to leverage the power of community and long-term thinking. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Intro [00:32] - Web3 has caused the rise of a lot of communuity-based projects [01:34] - Relationships are a long-term investment [02:50] - The SPACES model [04:00] - A lot of companies aren't prepared for community - don't let it be you! [05:00] - Think like a long-term investor [...

Nov 23, 20218 min

How FTX Does Marketing ($25B Valuation!) + How They Can Improve

Today I talk about how crypto exchange FTX (valued at $25B) does marketing to generate acquisitions. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Intro [00:26] - What is FTX? [01:09] - Collect emails and provide value [02:47] - Build a good affiliate program [03:19] - Optimize web pages for search spiders [05:55] - Coinbase is the gold standard for crypto marketing [07:49] - Outro Programs: ✌️Free Masterclass On How To Create Your Dream Business https://levelingup.com/masterclass 👾 Get My Book, Leveling ...

Nov 19, 202111 min

8 HOT Marketing Careers for 2022 & Beyond

Today, I talk about 8 hot marketing careers for 2022. From community managers to content creators, tune in to learn which digital marketing careers will play a key role in the next year. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Intro [00:07] - Community managers are beginning to take off [01:56] - Specialized content creators will take the social media game to the next level [02:46] - SEO isn't going anywhere [03:36] - Paid media specialists will continue to play an important role in advertising [04:0...

Nov 16, 20218 min
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