Episode
#320: Peiman Raf – Madhappy CEO On Optimism, Building, & Learning
1:34:50
Published: Wed Feb 22 2023
Description
Peiman Raf is the cofounder and CEO of Madhappy. The brand has been worn by people like LeBron James, Jay-Z, Gigi Hadid, Spike Lee, and Larry David. In this conversation, we spoke about what optimism, Peiman's strategy for learning, getting cut from the basketball team, what it's like when celebrities wear his brand, and the first moments of frustration and success with the brand. Sponsored by... Aarthi & Sriram's Good Time Show (@AarthiAndSriram). Listen to conversations with founders, athletes, and technologists who have made it from being outsiders to insiders. Past guests include Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Naomi Osaka, Gary Vaynerchuk, and many more – Apple / Spotify / YouTube Connect: 1+1=3. My new course on how I've connected with some of the world's most interesting people. Available for preorder now for $100. Price will increase when the course actually drops on Monday, March 6. Check it out here. Peiman's Links Twitter: https://twitter.com/peimanraf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peimanraf Madhappy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madhappy Madhappy Website: https://www.madhappy.com My Links ✉️ Newsletter: https://dannymiranda.substack.com 🎙 Podcast: https://anchor.fm/dannymiranda 🎥 YouTube: https://youtube.com/dannymiranda 🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/heydannymiranda 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/heydannymiranda 🕺 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@heydannymiranda
Chapters
Mason Spector, co-founder of MadHappy, shares his insights on optimism, learning strategies, and his experience building a renowned clothing brand.
00:00 - 04:13 (04:13)
Summary
Mason Spector, co-founder of MadHappy, shares his insights on optimism, learning strategies, and his experience building a renowned clothing brand. He also talks about connecting with people at a deeper level and his personal journey to success.
Episode#320: Peiman Raf – Madhappy CEO On Optimism, Building, & Learning
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The lifestyle brand Mad Happy aims to promote optimism in local communities, inspiring individuals to embody and spread positivity through their actions and appearance.
04:13 - 08:16 (04:03)
Summary
The lifestyle brand Mad Happy aims to promote optimism in local communities, inspiring individuals to embody and spread positivity through their actions and appearance. Through this approach, the brand hopes to make a positive impact on the world.
Episode#320: Peiman Raf – Madhappy CEO On Optimism, Building, & Learning
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The co-founders of the mental health apparel brand, Let's Talk Club, share the inspiration behind the brand and how it evolved from a small panel about mental health in their store.
08:16 - 12:11 (03:55)
Summary
The co-founders of the mental health apparel brand, Let's Talk Club, share the inspiration behind the brand and how it evolved from a small panel about mental health in their store. They discuss how the brand aims to open up conversations around mental health and provide support for those struggling.
Episode#320: Peiman Raf – Madhappy CEO On Optimism, Building, & Learning
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The speaker reflects on how much they can truly learn when they're always consumed in personal growth or work projects and the hard work that goes into accomplishing big goals as a company.
12:12 - 28:49 (16:36)
Summary
The speaker reflects on how much they can truly learn when they're always consumed in personal growth or work projects and the hard work that goes into accomplishing big goals as a company.
Episode#320: Peiman Raf – Madhappy CEO On Optimism, Building, & Learning
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The founders of a small business recount a particularly intense moment when they had to negotiate with a person who made a claim on their name, resulting in their Instagram page getting wiped out.
28:49 - 37:47 (08:58)
Summary
The founders of a small business recount a particularly intense moment when they had to negotiate with a person who made a claim on their name, resulting in their Instagram page getting wiped out. Building a business in its early days requires taking steps to make it seem and feel bigger than it is.
Episode#320: Peiman Raf – Madhappy CEO On Optimism, Building, & Learning
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The speaker discusses struggling in high school and breaking their hip and how those events impacted their mental health.
37:47 - 57:02 (19:15)
Summary
The speaker discusses struggling in high school and breaking their hip and how those events impacted their mental health. They also share the importance of therapy and prioritizing mental health as well as the lessons learned from their experience with basketball and hard work.
Episode#320: Peiman Raf – Madhappy CEO On Optimism, Building, & Learning
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The speaker discusses the importance of setting aside time without technology in order to improve productivity and clarity within teams.
57:02 - 1:12:02 (15:00)
Summary
The speaker discusses the importance of setting aside time without technology in order to improve productivity and clarity within teams. They also emphasize the need for clear messaging and giving teams the tools to succeed while avoiding micromanagement.
Episode#320: Peiman Raf – Madhappy CEO On Optimism, Building, & Learning
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The notion of success has many components including financial success, health, and relationships, and varies with age, requiring a more well-rounded perspective.
1:12:02 - 1:21:00 (08:58)
Summary
The notion of success has many components including financial success, health, and relationships, and varies with age, requiring a more well-rounded perspective. Persistence, hard work, and being in action are fundamental attributes for success.
Episode#320: Peiman Raf – Madhappy CEO On Optimism, Building, & Learning
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The podcast episode covers how to overcome fear, try new things, and take risks to achieve success, the importance of seeking help, and Andrew Huberman's passion for his work.
1:21:00 - 1:32:22 (11:21)
Summary
The podcast episode covers how to overcome fear, try new things, and take risks to achieve success, the importance of seeking help, and Andrew Huberman's passion for his work.
Episode#320: Peiman Raf – Madhappy CEO On Optimism, Building, & Learning
PodcastThe Danny Miranda Podcast
The host discusses the importance of unplugging and enjoying nature for mental health and building a brand.
1:32:22 - 1:35:02 (02:40)
Summary
The host discusses the importance of unplugging and enjoying nature for mental health and building a brand. He suggests going on walks without your phone.