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December 11, 2025 • 55 mins

This episode of The Branding Laboratory features host Deevo, Chief Experience Officer for The Brand Storyteller and Fusion Creative brands, in a fascinating conversation with Dr. Austin Zelan, a highly successful 27-year-old entrepreneur.

Austin, known for his meteoric rise, tackles the core challenge faced by many creatives: balancing innovation and discipline within structured business systems. He argues that processes don't hinder creativity; they provide the freedom to innovate, knowing that foundational tasks are covered.

👉 Ready to unlock your creative potential? Tune in now to learn Dr. Zelan secret formula for using systems to fuel, not frustrate, your innovation.


💡 In this episode you will hear:


1. Systems and processes allow you the freedom to innovate.

2. The lack of seeing the impact of my work.

3. You have nothing to lose... option except to succeed.

4. I would take a little nap before heading to work. Very crazy schedule.

5. I learned how to pivot at the right time.

6. I want to diversify very aggressively at the beginning.

7. I want to create freedom, not create more jobs for myself.

8. Must have a solid product, solid operator, opportunity for growth.

9. The most successful people are the ones that are willing to take risks.

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