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From Teenage Freelancer to Brand Strategist: Insights from My I Am CEO Podcast Interview

Brenits Creative

Principal, Brenits Consulting & Creative

TL:DR - I was interviewed for the I Am CEO Podcast, where I shared my insights on going from freelancer to entrepreneur and brand strategy consultant.

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Andy Brenits "I Am CEO Podcast" Interview - Leveraging Technology and Flexibility in Branding.

I’m excited to share that I was recently featured on the I Am CEO podcast. In this interview with host Gresham Harkless, I discussed my journey as a creative professional and entrepreneur, from my early days as a freelancer to my current role as Principal of Brenits Creative. Some key highlights from our conversation include:

  • My lifelong passion for art and design and how it shaped my career path
  • The importance of continuous learning and adapting to new technologies and strategies in the creative industry
  • How diverse perspectives and experiences contribute to creative problem-solving
  • The value of learning from mentors and the experiences of others in business

I also shared some insights for fellow entrepreneurs and business owners:

  • CEO Hack: Focusing on getting things done effectively and efficiently
  • CEO Nugget: Identifying the biggest time sucks in your business and learning to delegate them
  • CEO Definition: As a solo entrepreneur, being a CEO means wearing many different hats and understanding when to switch between roles

I’m grateful to Gresh and the I Am CEO podcast for the opportunity to share my experiences and insights. You can listen to the full episode here: https://iamceo.co/2021/04/17/iam978-principal-helps-businesses-compete-with-name-brands/

I’m Andy Brenits, a brand and business growth strategy advisor. I work with business owners and leaders who want clearer thinking around brand, marketing, and growth—before time, money, or momentum are wasted.

My perspective is shaped by nearly 30 years across brand strategy, creative leadership, teaching, and in-house roles inside complex organizations. I write about how strategy actually works in the real world, with a focus on clarity, judgment, and better decision-making over tactics or trends.

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