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"Request for Startups" with Erik Torenberg

Receipt-Based Dating, Reference Checks as a Service, and WeWork for Productivity with Justin Mares and Sean Linehan

Feb 1, 2024
In this episode, Justin Mares and Sean Linehan join Erik Torenberg to discuss various startup ideas, including dating apps based on spending patterns, a matching platform for singles, and a productivity-focused coworking space. They also explore concepts like Google Maps for market ontologies, a personal trainer for life, and Wikipedia by experts. The conversation highlights the importance of solving your own problems and finding enthusiastic supporters for a project.
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  • Creating a co-working space with designated productivity coaches to maximize productivity and minimize distractions.
  • Developing a platform that connects experts with users, allowing for virtual one-on-one sessions and access to niche knowledge.

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Enhanced Productivity Co-Working: Boosting Efficiency and Focus

In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss various ideas and insights related to productivity enhancement and co-working spaces. One key idea is to create a co-working space that focuses on maximizing productivity by providing a supportive and structured environment. This space would have designated productivity coaches who would mentor and guide individuals to help them achieve their goals. The coaches would encourage deep work, set up library hours, and establish a hyper-focused environment where distractions are minimized. Companies would be willing to pay for such a space as it would result in more productive employees, ultimately benefiting their bottom line. Additionally, the podcast explores the concept of leveraging expertise in a different way through a platform that connects experts in various fields with those seeking guidance. This "expert connection" platform would enable users to have virtual one-on-one sessions with experts who can provide insights, advice, or even niche knowledge on specific subjects. The platform would offer a high level of convenience, enabling users to tap into the expertise of professionals and gain new perspectives. These ideas aim to optimize productivity and provide individuals and organizations with valuable resources for personal and professional growth.

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