In this episode of The Beyond The Wealth Podcast, host Andres Sanchez takes a dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Marcos Ruiz, CEO and founder of The Bird House. Marcos shares his early experiences in day trading, affiliate marketing, and various business ventures, including the struggles and failures he encountered along the way. He offers valuable insights into overcoming shiny object syndrome and the importance of perseverance in entrepreneurship. The conversation shifts towards Twitter, examining its growth since its acquisition by Elon Musk, and Marcos' unique perspective as a successful business owner on the platform. The hosts explore the challenges of vetting online courses and the potential for a marketplace of curated courses. They also discuss the complexities of targeting personal brands for marketing services and the differences between using Twitter and LinkedIn for content creation. Additionally, Marcos shares his unorthodox approach to team management and his passion for crypto, Web 3, and gaming. The conversation concludes with a glimpse into Marcos' personal life, his future plans for The Bird House, and a favorite quote from James Cameron on aiming high. Tune in to gain valuable entrepreneurial advice, insights into marketing on Twitter and LinkedIn, and a glimpse into the mind of a forward-thinking business leader. Follow The Show https://www.instagram.com/beyondthewealthpod/ https://x.com/beyondthewealth www.beyondthewealthpod.com Follow Marcos https://x.com/itsmarcosruiz https://x.com/thebirdhous https://www.instagram.com/itsmarcosruiz/ 00:00 Achieved business success through persistence. 05:14 Twitter evolves as a digital town hall. 08:18 Media spotlight from Twitter's buyout. 11:12 Authenticity key in writing, not short content. 13:49 Failed attempts led to Facebook dropshipping success. 18:06 Driven by a passion for educational mentorship. 21:31 Praised for Robert Oliver's compelling content. 24:56 Founded marketing firm targeting personal brands. 27:17 Shifted from referrals to performance-based deals. 30:17 Collaboration benefits: personal branding, sales boost. 34:14 Tweet effectively by engaging consistently with followers. 39:35 Valuing travel and small, memorable experiences. 42:55 Recognizing business growth as key to success. 46:01 Optimism for trustless systems and technological integration. 47:14 CEO praises tech growth and entrepreneurial perks. 49:47 A year in review, aiming for further expansion.