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| Q1: | "Thanks for taking the time out Tyler, are you ready?" |
| Q2: | "First, let's get the background stuff -- your age and year in school?" |
Sorry I wasnt in this. Im ready now! Background stuff: Im Tyler Ridings, 18yrs old from Nashville, TN and a Senior at Da..
..vidson Academy
| Q3: | "What year did you launch thetunevault.com ?" |
I had the idea for thetunevault.com 3 years ago, when I was 15y/o
| Q4: | "Nice! Where did you get the idea for thetunevault.com ?" |
I lost almost $600 worth of music when my computer crashed. Nothing specifically backed up music so I decided to do it.
| Q5: | "Great inspiring moment. Do you have any employees?" |
Nobody full time. I use a lot of awesome consultants and independent people until I am able to pay anyone regularly.
| Q6: | "Do you have a board of advisors?" |
Yes! I have a board of advisors & mentors that have been critical to my success! http://bit.ly/9HQGqC
| Q7: | "What are your future education plans? Davidson must push the college path." |
Def. Does! I want to continue & Ive always planned to, but plans change! We'll see where i end up nxt yr.
I applied to 5 schools and so far have only heard back from 1, and have been accepted.
| Q8: | "CEO and college student, nice (but tough)! What is your plan or vision for thetunevault.com ?" |
I want TuneVault to b the no.1 choice for digital media backup. I have tons of ideas & ways to grow it relating to music!
| Q9: | "Who are your inspirations or role models?" |
I tend to look at qualities of people rather than 1 individual, but i love ppl like:
steve jobs @iamdiddy @apatzer @thederekjohnson and tons more! thats another interview in itself haha
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We'll schedule another one after your IPO, LOL.
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| Q10: | " How are you balancing school, biz and life?" |
Haha
NoSleep+RedBull! I never sacrifice time for 1 or the other, I just move stuff around to fit everything in a day. I dont ..
..sleep but im happy!
| Q11: | "What advice would you give to aspiring high school (or any) entrepreneurs?" |
Tons of ppl have ideas & few act on them. Be 1 of the few & go for it! Ull be amazed what u learn, how fun it is & who u..
.. meet along the way!-Even if it fails!
| Q12: | "What industry trends do you foresee affecting thetunevault.com ?" |
iTunes is always no. 1 on my watch list, but also the new spotify or lala type services that are popping up.
| Q13: | "What has been your most frustrating challenge?" |
Getting ppl (investors) to look past my age so they see me for what I can do! Our gen is doing amazing things!
Hiring and firing is terrible too!
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I agree on both fronts.
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| Q14: | "What do you consider your most dramatic success?" |
Raising $ in this economy and at my age!
Theres no better feelin than having others believe in you enough to back u w/ their hard earned $!!
| Q15: | "Super! You're more seasoned that most biz execs already. Would you sell thetunevault.com ?" |
Thats nice to hear! Ive been asked this a lot, & its tough. This project is my baby, & I think it depends on the situation.
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Well stated, it's your art.
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| Q16: | "What would you say is thetunevault.com 's product is? peace of mind? security?" |
All the above! Ppl will soon be able to backup all of their digital media w/ us and not worry if their computers crash!
| Q17: | "OK, as the father of a 7yo entrepreneur (tried selling her sister's toys), I must ask: parents - supportive? toleran.." |
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..t? fans?
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Ive been so fortunate b/c everyone in my life has been 110% behind me from the start!
W/out that it would be hard to keep going. My friends and Fam def put up with me well!
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You're blessed! Thank them often.
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Oh I know! I have spoken with people before who have no support and I couldnt imagine!
| Q18: | "Well, that's all I've got, anything you'd like to add?" |
This was great! Thanks for the opportunity, and I cant wait for everyone to see what I have in the works!
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We all look forward to it.
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| Q19: | "Glad to have you as a friend and inspiration. Rock on and save the tunes!" |
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Thanks so much for taking the time out tonight.
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No problem, anytime!-I love it! Have a great week!