From Car Sales to a Sneaker Empire: The Impossible Kicks Story This episode features a raw, insightful conversation with Johnny Mac, who went from your basic cars salesman to CEO of Impossible Kicks, one of the largest sneaker resale companies in the world. Initially skeptical about the sneaker industry, Johnny's persistent entrepreneurial spirit and salesmanship honed his skills in understanding his audience and marketing effectively. He emphasizes the impact of societal shifts and influencers on brand visibility and shares concerns about unrealistic expectations set by social media. Beyond business, Johnny underscores the importance of a strong self-image, health, and fitness. Throughout the conversation, he stresses the value of hard sales experience for all aspiring entrepreneurs.

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DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE!! ABOUT THE HOST ----------- Tomo Talks breaks boundaries by diving into real-world conversations that society needs to have. Tomo Marjanovic is a former law enforcement officer turned serial entrepreneur. Tomo does not shy away from sharing the truth regarding interpersonal relationships, personal and professional development, and mindset. Tomo features a wide range of other successful leaders for a thought-provoking journey in each episode. If you're ready to expand your mind and continue to evolve into the best version of yourself, subscribe everywhere you get your podcasts. More from Tomo: Twitter: https://twitter.com/TomoMarjanovic IG: https://www.instagram.com/tomo_marjanovic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tomo_marjanovic FB: https://www.facebook.com/tomo.marjanovic 00:12 Introduction and Background 

02:21 Skyrocketed Success of the Business 

04:31 How it All Started 

06:03 Was Johnny a "Sneakerhead"? 

08:10 Everyone Loves Nostalgia 

09:40 Tomo's First Pair of Jordan 1s

12:53 Investing in Yourself 

15:20 Going International 

20:24 Reality of Young Entrepreneurship 

24:40 How to Show Your Wealth 

28:55 Sam Sulek 

30:45 Death in Bodybuilding 

31:35 Relationships & Social Media 

32:50 How Dating Has Changed

34:38 Healthy Dating Skills from Patrick Bet-David

36:04 Dating as You Get Older 

38:09 AI Sex Dolls 

38:50 Social Media Shaping Society

39:32 Addiction to Our Phones

42:14 Mr. Beast Dreams

44:36 The Term "Influencer"

47:39 Influencer ROI

51:27 Younger Generation Not Understanding Suffer Point 

54:33 Jordan Peterson on Becoming an Expert 

59:26 Understanding Your Audience 

59:51 Law Enforcement Today 

01:02:40 Real Estate is Not Sales

01:03:38 What It's Really Like Selling Cars 

01:04:44 Everyone Should Do Hardcore Sales 

01:06:27 Impossible Kicks Sales Process 

01:08:58 Cruising with Sneakerheads

01:10:56 Entrepreneurs Getting Greedy

01:12:15 You Need a Great CFO 

01:13:24 Nothing Good or Bad Lasts Forever

01:14:43 Origin of Tomo Talks

01:15:23 Bodybuilding & Underground Anabolics

01:18:07 Not Having the Genetics for Bodybuilding

01:21:08 Body Dysmorphia

01:23:21 Mcdonalds 3 Days a Week

01:24:29 Having a 6-Pack

01:25:42 Just Get Healthy

01:26:06 BBLs 

01:27:24 Comparison is the Theif of Joy

01:28:31 Anti-Aging

01:30:20 Obesity is a Problem

01:33:10 Health and Fitness Should Be #1

01:36:33 100K SNEAKERS!

01:40:19 Final Thoughts