Mastering the PIVOT: From Touring with Rock Bands to Launching Xbox with Harvey Lee
In this episode of the Influence Anyone podcast (previously Legend Letters), host Howie Chan interviews Harvey Lee, Top 10 PMM Consultant & #1 LinkedIn PMM Creator and a legend in both the rock and roll and gaming industries.
They delve into Harvey’s stories from his time in the music industry, including when he became the impromptu bassist for the band he was touring with, how he made his way to the video game industry, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.
The discussion emphasizes the power of passion, authenticity, giving it your all, and taking action. Harvey provides insight into how he was able to face great challenges where failure was not an option and shares lessons that will help you navigate your career and tough times.
Episode Breakdown:
02:30 How Harvey became known as the money
10:21 Harvey’s passion for music and his early realizations
12:36 From the roadie life to the business career life
15:06 Starting early and learning the hard way and the quick way
17:59 Making things happen for a career in music
22:01 Harvey’s parents’ role in his journey
25:14 Finding your talent through your passion
27:21 Thrown into the rock and roll stage
32:01 Treating people as you find them
33:25 What it all comes down to with how you present yourself
35:49 The transition from the music industry to the video games industry
41:09 How Harvey faces challenges where failure is not an option
44:08 Proving the naysayers and bullies wrong
46:03 The fear of failure paradox
47:48 3 life lessons to help you navigate tough times
56:11 How to know when to quit
1:00:47 The hardest decision Harvey ever made
1:06:55 A letter to Harvey’s younger self
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Legendary Quotes:
“I gained my nickname, and that part was all fun. However, making a name for yourself in life and business is important. It can open doors and help make things happen. You need to be remembered for all the right reasons.” – Harvey Lee
“In life and in business, sometimes the best thing that can happen to you is just getting thrown in. Just thrown in. These are the moments that you forge your reputation with your crew, with your audience, with your community, with the people that you work with.” – Harvey Lee
“Your marker for the future, your story of the future, hasn't yet been written, and only you can write it. So, whatever is happening with you today, you're only in the moment now. When you wake up tomorrow, you have a blank piece of paper. The question is, What are you going to do with it?”
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