In Episode 10, Dan, Natalie and Gloria sit down with Paige Velasquez Budde—CEO of Zilker Media—for an honest, insightful conversation about modern leadership, the power of mentorship, and why your digital first impression matters more than ever.
From her early days as a touring teen musician to co-founding a purpose-driven marketing agency, Paige’s journey is a masterclass in owning your narrative. She shares how mentorship shaped her path, what it means to build a personal brand with integrity, and why Gen Z has both the tools and responsibility to take control of their digital presence.
We also explore: ✅ What “being Googleable” really means—and how to control the story people see ✅ Why small businesses can beat big budgets by leading with people, not logos ✅ How mentorship creates ripple effects across generations ✅ What work-life integration looks like for today’s entrepreneurs ✅ How Paige’s roots in West Texas and the music industry fuel her work ethic and vision
💡 Whether you’re building a business, launching your career, or just trying to make sense of your “why,” Paige’s story will push you to lead with purpose—and build something real.
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