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October 23, 2023 56 mins

Welcome to another brand new episode of Ultimate Ambitions! 

You've never met anyone like today's guest, the one and only, Bruce Cardenas. He's a man who has lived a plethora of lives, from serving in the Marines and the LAPD, to becoming a successful corporate executive. 

Bruce's zest for life and his unique journey are sure to leave you inspired. Buckle up and get ready, this episode is filled with invaluable lessons on resilience, determination, and the transformative power of relationships.

From sharing his philosophy of giving products to influential people, to discussing the power of authenticity and sampling - you'll get a bank of  wisdom based on his experiences. 

So tune in, listen closely, and let Bruce's journey encourage you to chase your ambitions with renewed vigor. You're in for a remarkable ride!


Highlights:

"Branding is being seen, being heard, being watched."

"It was always like enjoy the product and if you want to talk about it, great. If you don't, I'm okay with that."

"I'm a servant leader. I would say and I've always done it, but I didn't do it as well when I was younger I'd say figure out a way to serve other people with zero expectations. Bringing value is better than cash."


Timestamps:

(0:00:00) - Challenging Stereotypes and Pursuing Ambitions

(0:03:34) - Journey Into Law Enforcement

(0:10:07) - Impacts of Kindness in Policing

(0:20:43) - Building Relationships for Success

(0:30:38) - Authenticity in Branding and Marketing

(0:42:13) - Sampling and Real Marketing's Power

(0:46:12) - Crazy Stories and Advice for Success

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