How to Make a Neon Sign Like Elon Musk

While Elon Musk’s many achievements seem self-driven, his extreme persistence is what puts him ahead of the pack - putting in countless job hours up to two-and-a-half times the average work week. His forge ahead attitude, in the face of already difficult circumstances, has allowed him to build four multi-billion dollar companies in a very short period of time. We love success principles as much as the next person, especially when they teach us how to become a better creative. Though your neon doesn’t need to be as rigid or fanatical as some of Musk’s methods in business, you might be able to improve yours by adding a few of his super thoughtful activities that take barely any time at all to implement. Scroll on for three Musk-like approaches to mindset that might make a major difference when creating your next custom neon sign.

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1. Create Instead of Complain

The power of positive thinking has been proven to work, so why not incorporate it into your creative routine? Complaining about not having enough foot traffic to your business won’t change the fact that somethings not working. Fundamentally, Musk searches for solutions. You see, if you’re not sure where to start when it comes to making a neon sign, try asking your closest friends for quotes that remind them of you. When it comes to visualizing a design, it can be as easy as closing your eyes and imagining your best personality traits. Creating versus complaining is a great way to find innovative ideas that people actually never knew they always needed.

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2. Learning

Don’t fall victim to others saying you can’t make a neon sign. Years ago, neon was highly unattainable to regular people and smaller businesses and was reserved for large corporations with deep pockets. Now, any great business person with a little determination, passion, and hustle can tell their story through this incredible art. If you have an idea for a neon sign, go for it!

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3. Story Time

Stories are the most valuable asset when it comes to influencing people. Use neon to make a creative win for your customers. Like Musk, having a strong approach to building brand draws attention and encourages followers to interact. Creating a neon sign is a great way to draw busy eyes and can easily explain your mission or services to passersby.

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3 Ways To Create Neon Like Gary Vaynerchuk

At Mondo Neon, we strive to inspire creativity and encourage individuals to pursue their neon ambitions, because you CAN do anything you set your mind to! It’s hard to find a better example of someone who routinely engages with their audience as much as social media pioneer, Gary Vaynerchuk aka Gary Vee (@garyvee). Gary's thoughtful approach to creating quality content across multiple social media platforms and podcast allows for him to deliver a unique voice, one of the most important elements in the Gary Vee philosophy. Mondo Neon hopes to empower the next generation of neon sign makers and dreamers who might be in the midst of trying to create their own sign with these 3 powerful tips from the business wizard himself.

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1. Documenting Vs Creating

Focus on the journey and you will consistently come out ahead when creating. People love seeing a neon sign which gives a behind-the-scenes view of whats going on in your world. And when you hang the sign, show a video of a recording how it went down. Show a video of a room full of people reacting to your neon sign. Post a video of you on Instagram with the sign hanging above your bed while your significant other talks about what your both going to be doing for the weekend. It doesn't have to be glamorous - just go document.

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2. Collaborate

Gary Vaynerchuk has always held collaboration in high regard, thanks to its ability to market any sort of offering and - more importantly - to be able to provide someone else value. His partnership with KSWISS has birthed three signature sneakers, all designed to inspire the next generation of hustlers and entrepreneurs. Brands are always looking to team up for their product launches and one-of-a-kind announcements, proving neon's versatility when it comes to thinking outside the box.

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3. Be Authentic

Back when he ran his fathers wine business, Gary would produce daily content on YouTube and speak his own truths about the popular drink. Being honest with your message means you'll be consistent with your audience and avoid any sort of disconnect. Proactively take the time to better understand your personality type, interests, and weaknesses so you can optimize success for any neon sign you choose to make.

Were you inspired by Gary Vee? We’d love to hear what lessons you still use today! Share with us on Instagram using @MondoNeon!