From Corporate world to Creative Dream with Manny Granado | Beyond The Hustle

In this episode, Ivan Huang sits down with Manny Granado, a former Fortune 500 business consultant turned passionate storyteller. Manny shares how his move to LA, and later to Taiwan, sparked the creation of Rising Storm Global Entertainment Ltd., a company dedicated to highlighting Asian culture through storytelling and music. With over 14 years of experience in production, Manny's work spans television, film, live events, and music, collaborating with major companies and indie filmmakers alike.

Tune in to discover how Manny’s entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to education help him inspire the next generation, all while creating impactful stories that resonate across cultures.

His journey perfectly embodies the core of Beyond The Hustle—finding purpose and fulfillment beyond the traditional path, and redefining success through creativity and passion.

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Ivan Huang dives into the driving forces behind successful individuals, exploring the art of working smart, not just hard.Through insightful discussions and practical wisdom, we navigate the intersection of creativity, spirituality, and entrepreneurship, guiding you to discover the often  “hidden in plain sight” paths to success and abundance.

Get ready to transcend the traditional hustle and embrace a new paradigm of achievement and fulfillment. 
'Beyond the Hustle' is your key to unlocking a life full of love, passion, and truth.
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Recorded live at CoreCultural Management, Art Gallery and Artist Management in Taipei, Taiwan. [ABOUT MADAME VISION | THE CHANNEL]

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Chapters timestamps 📖 :

00:00:00 Unpredictability in Creativity
00:00:29 Building a Vision with People
00:06:00 Developing Young Talent in Taiwan
00:16:26 Figuring Out Global Content Strategy
00:17:01 Understanding Movie Demographics
00:19:17 Focusing on Story and Relationships
00:26:26 Movies as Reference Points
00:27:20 Gen X Cinema Influences
00:31:03 The Shift to Short-Form Content
00:36:12 Battle for Attention and Time
00:37:10 TikTokification of Content
00:45:27 Reshaping the Future of Storytelling
00:47:08 The Lack of High School Films in Taiwan
00:50:07 Repurposing Content for the Youth
00:55:01 Leveraging Locations to Promote Taiwan
00:57:41 The Power of Film and Arts
01:00:02 Relationships and Networking
01:04:43 Values from a Military Upbringing
01:07:28 Cultural Differences in Social Gatherings
01:09:17 Faith and Integrity in Life
01:12:02 Pushing Beyond Comfort Zones
01:15:47 Rooting in Taiwan and Family Legacy
01:17:19 Work, Purpose, and Sacrifice
01:21:45 Creativity and Building a Visionary Team
01:29:21 Love, Respect, and Helping Others
01:31:02 Top 5 Favorite Movies
01:35:48 Legacy and Rising Storm Global Entertainment