Hunter and Alexis Pence, Supporting Your Spouse, & The Future of Sports | #AskGaryVee 253

TL;DR

Alexis and Hunter Pence join Gary Vaynerchuk on The #AskGaryVee Show to discuss sports, gaming, and the importance of supportive spouses. They also answer questions about the future of professional sports, dream careers, and high school advice.

Transcript

• On this episode, we do a midnight session in a ballpark. (hip hop music) - [Gary] You ask questions, and I answer them. This is The #AskGaryVee Show. - Hey everybody, this is Gary Vay-ner-chuk and this is episode 253 of The #AskGaryVee Show. And we are here in AT&T Park, San Francisco with Alexis and Hunter Pence. - That's right. - Alexis.... Read More

Key Insights

• 💗 eSports is expected to grow and become a significant competitor to mainstream sports in the coming years.
• 🫒 Live streaming and mobile technology will have a profound impact on the future of professional sports.
• ⚽ Soccer and UFC are two sports that are predicted to continue their growth.
• 🧑‍🏭 The support and encouragement of a spouse can be a significant factor in one's success.
• ❓ Trusting the process and staying true to oneself are essential for achieving success.
• 🤗 It's important to believe in oneself and be open to new opportunities and emerging trends.
• 🧑 Sports and gaming can be a significant part of a person's identity and passion.

Questions & Answers

Q: How will professional sports change in the next 10 years?

Alexis believes that eSports will become a major competitor to mainstream sports, while Hunter emphasizes the impact of live streaming and mobile technology on the future of professional sports.

Q: What dream career would you have wanted if you weren't doing what you are now?

Alexis is doing what she wants to do and wouldn't change anything, but she would love to cohost a show with Oprah. Hunter is content with being a baseball player and potentially owning the Jets in the future.

Q: How many coaches tried to change your mechanics and how important was it to stay true to yourself?

Hunter recalls that he has had numerous coaches try to change his mechanics over the years, but he believes in trusting the process and staying true to himself.

Q: How has your spouse helped you succeed?

Alexis mentions that Hunter is supportive both on and off camera, pushing her through tough times and reminding her of her goals. Hunter credits his wife for helping him not take himself too seriously, freeing his spirit and allowing him to perform at his best.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Alexis and Hunter Pence talk about their experiences in gaming and streaming on platforms like Twitch, as well as their shared passion for specialty coffee and vlogging about their travels.

• Alexis emphasizes the growing popularity of eSports and predicts that it will become as big as mainstream sports in the future.

• Hunter believes that live streaming and the rise of mobile technology will have a significant impact on the future of professional sports.

• Gary mentions soccer and UFC as other sports that he believes will continue to grow, and he expects an emerging sport or activity that is not currently mainstream to become popular in the next decade.