Ben Young
What can you say about me?
- Rethinks the world a blog post at a time. His blog is republished on the NzHerald & GetFrank.
- Weekly radio spot on RadioWammo, video over at bwagy.tv. Kiwis can tune in (frequencies at KiwiFm.co.nz) rest of world can watch the videos or stream online.
- The Young in Young & Shand – digital marketing agency.
- Author of The Best Ideas are Free.
- Pioneer of the Pay What You Want Marketing Advice
Writing
I am a passionate writer, detailing my thoughts daily on the blog. I have also put together my debut book The Best Ideas are Free. You can find plenty of free material (including manifestos) under the books section. Manifestos include: Business Stripped Bare, bwagy Marketing Manifesto & Blogging Strategy. You can find me occasionally writing for Start Up magazine.
Business
My core focus these days is Speaking, a bit of mentoring and Young & Shand – a digital marketing agency. This is the best way to work with me.
Philanthropy
A huge supporter of Kiva.org I seek to help other entrepreneurs through micro loans. After travelling to South America I have a huge passion for the region, focusing myloans to that area.
bwagy?
That is my name, Benjamin William Alexander George Young. Something I am very proud about and has a lot of heritage. If you ask me about the meanings I will probably share (an offer of a beer as persuasion might help).
Favourite Quotes
Being a huge fan of quotes to inspire others his favourite are:
“perseverance is genius”
“do what i want”
“make things happen”
