Meet Andrew Ficklin

We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Andrew Ficklin a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Andrew, so many exciting things to discuss, we can’t wait. Thanks for joining us and we appreciate you sharing your wisdom with our readers. So, maybe we can start by discussing optimism and where your optimism comes from?

My optimism comes from trial. Being able to complete a series of task or attempt to, normally creates that room for optimism. You want to know what you can do next or possibly do next. I think the rhythm in which our minds are naturally designed forces us to be optimistic even when error does occur. You can practice almost anything just good enough to be optimistic about.

Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?

Well as i’m sure the world knows, I am smittybydrew the famous social media influencer. I produce all kinds of promotional/ positive/inspirational content on social media via Instagram, snapchat, and twitter. Meaning videos, pictures, interviews, podcast, and live stream recordings. I also cover live events in and out the country. The latest news, updates, scores and more that are in correlation with content I supply on my page , or even just relevant to todays time. As I’ve grown bigger I have now co-hosted with the NCAA, Glsen Organization, Project Stay, and even CSZ Indianapolis. What I love about my content is my fans support. Since last year being awarded complimentary packages through all franchised hotel corporations such as Wyndham, Marriott, Hilton, MGM etc. This being a benefit service to me and my fans acknowledging the work and it’s positive impact on thousands and thousands of people around the globe. Smittybydrew is the representation behind that catalyst. Upcoming Co-hosting’s and partnerships for this year will include the NBA, WNBA, NFL, Drink Body Armor (sports drink), WWE, and many more.

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?

I can’t much say what the qualities were. I would need an extra bonus payment after this interview for that……… No, It’s hard to say, I’ve been pretty famous for a while and that always helps. I would say that was very impactful, seeing my fans from all over the world taking pictures, giving hugs and recording through the coach stations as i enter has been quite the factor. Along with having a visual platform for my fans, followers, and viewers to adapt to. I think being able to balance the two, definitely gives a sense of impact in your success.

All the wisdom you’ve shared today is sincerely appreciated. Before we go, can you tell us about the main challenge you are currently facing?

Right now my number one challenge is health. As I mentioned in my interview with canvas magazine not long ago I was brutally injured during promotion tour last year. The injury has sustained itself all year around. Trying to improve on strength and durability has been an everyday battle. Some days are better than others, but a full heathy recovery is the goal. It has prevented a lot of promotion all year in which funds, have been decreased. Being behind schedule has been a consistent climb. Which now is steadily being modified.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://Smittybydrew.com
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• Twitter: Smittybydrew
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