Get ready for an inspiring episode of 24 Slayton! In “The Struggle Behind My First Big Victory 💪,” Hansel, the creative genius behind Lean Customs, shares his journey from designing in his living room to building a thriving multimillion-dollar business. Hear how he took risks, found his niche in car culture, and turned his passion for pins into an automotive lifestyle brand that’s making waves worldwide. From juggling family life to overcoming the fear of leaving his 9-to-5 safety net, Hansel’s story is proof that hard work, creativity, and a love for cars can lead to big victories.
We’re talking everything—graphic design origins, navigating car culture, building community, and even wild tales from events like SEMA and DesignerCon. Plus, Hansel shares what’s next for Lean Customs, including exciting collaborations, licensing deals, and plans to take things even further. 🚗🔥
Don’t miss this laid-back, motivational chat full of laughs, lessons, and passion. Like, comment, and subscribe to stay tuned for more real conversations about success, hustle, and creativity. Got your own big victory story? Drop it in the comments below and join the conversation!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Intro
01:18 – Origin of Lean Culture
08:15 – Lean’s Pin Selection Process
10:52 – Car Culture Influence
11:32 – Transitioning to Entrepreneurship
17:23 – Starting Pin Shows
20:07 – Impact of COVID on HNGN
22:09 – Future Plans for HNGN
22:45 – Designing Pins Today
24:29 – Learning Pin Manufacturing
31:35 – Sourcing Pins
35:00 – Personal Future Plans
39:43 – Special Pin Release Strategies
42:58 – 10,000 Hour Rule Explained
44:40 – Finding Lien Customs
45:42 – Outro