"1. Merch in a Box for Restaurants

2. AI-Powered Customer Support for Specific Verticals

3. Curated Travel Agency for Founders

4. Simplifying and Automating Opportunity Zone Investments

5. AI-Driven Storytelling for Brands and Products

6. AI Attribution System for Content Used in AI Models

7. AI-Powered Spam and Scam Call Protection for Older Adults

8. Free LinkedIn Analytics Tool with Leaderboards

9. Marketplace for Layered, Editable YouTube Thumbnail Templates

10. Automated Lead Recovery Agency for B2B Businesses

11. AI-Powered Applicant Ranking Tool for Hiring

12. AI Assistant for Entrepreneurs with ADD and ADHD

13. First-Class Flight Deal Finder for Flexible Travelers

14. Chrome extension for data scraping

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Greg Isenberg

Startup ideas brainstorm

"## -BUSINESS IDEA- 1. Merch in a Box for Restaurants

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Jordan proposes a business idea called \"Merch in a Box\" for restaurants, especially those lacking merch offerings. The concept revolves around providing a full-service solution for restaurants, including design, manufacturing, shipping, and fulfillment of merchandise. Greg suggests targeting restaurants with existing email lists and social media presence to leverage their audience for sales. They explore a potential business model involving a rev share where the company handles all aspects of merch management and splits profits with the restaurant. Greg emphasizes the importance of design approval and limited in-house inventory to cater to restaurant brand sensitivities. The discussion concludes with a positive reception from the audience (sips) and an encouragement to identify the right target audience (ICP) and leverage existing credibility in specific niches.

## -BUSINESS IDEA- 2. AI-Powered Customer Support for Specific Verticals

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Ryan presents his idea for automating customer support using AI agents with function calling capabilities for tasks like bookings and reservations. He seeks advice on niching down and go-to-market strategy. Greg advises leveraging his existing experience and credibility in fintech and exploring car dealerships as a niche with potential for rapid adoption. He suggests a cold DM campaign targeting key decision-makers in those industries, utilizing personalized Loom videos to establish credibility and secure meetings. The idea receives mixed reactions (sips and spits), prompting Greg to emphasize the importance of building credibility and a strong go-to-market strategy while suggesting the possibility of finding a marketing partner to focus on customer acquisition.

## -BUSINESS IDEA- 3. Curated Travel Agency for Founders

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Micah proposes a travel agency specifically targeting founders and entrepreneurs. Greg suggests re-framing it as a travel agency \"for Founders\" to create a strong brand identity and attract a niche audience seeking curated experiences and networking opportunities. The idea is well-received (sips), with discussions around potential revenue models like group trips and connecting with local startup communities at destinations. Greg also advises Micah to secure the available domain name \"founderstravelagency.com\" before it\'s taken by someone else in the community.

## -BUSINESS IDEA- 4. Simplifying and Automating Opportunity Zone Investments

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Ricky, a tax consultant specializing in opportunity zones, seeks advice on refining his business model. He highlights the challenges of limited awareness around opportunity zone businesses and the difficulties faced by individuals who want to invest passively without starting their own companies. Greg suggests establishing Ricky as the \"opportunity zone guy\" through content marketing, creating a newsletter to curate and educate on relevant deals. The discussion leads to exploring a potential opportunity in creating a platform similar to YieldStreet, focused specifically on opportunity zone investments. The idea receives mixed reactions (sips and spits), but Greg encourages Ricky to develop his brand and focus on serving a high-end clientele.

## -BUSINESS IDEA- 5. AI-Driven Storytelling for Brands and Products

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Will proposes building a community and eventually a SaaS tool to help businesses build stronger narratives around their brands and products using a story structure called the \"Story Circle.\" He envisions a paid community with webinars, courses, and a platform to analyze customer data and translate it into actionable story elements. Greg agrees with the thesis of the importance of story and taste in an AI-driven world and sees potential in the community aspect. He suggests exploring a catchier brand name to create a stronger hook and owning a specific term related to the community\342\200\231s core value proposition. The idea receives positive feedback (sips) for its core concept but a \"spit\" for its current branding.

## -BUSINESS IDEA- 6. AI Attribution System for Content Used in AI Models

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Sean, Greg\'s friend, discusses his startup, Musical, which has developed a patented AI attribution system to recognize and credit the creators of content used in AI models. He highlights the ethical considerations around AI models using copyrighted material without attribution and the need to protect artists and creators. Greg acknowledges the ambitious nature of the project and the challenges of competing with large AI companies. He expresses his support for startups tackling these issues and admires Sean\'s ambition and vision.

## -BUSINESS IDEA- 7. AI-Powered Spam and Scam Call Protection for Older Adults

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Jonas pitches his idea for an AI-powered solution called \"Scammer Block\" that uses an AI secretary to screen unknown calls and identify potential scams, providing a message summary to the user. He seeks advice on go-to-market strategy, specifically targeting older adults who are often vulnerable to scams. Greg shares his experience working with the older adult market, emphasizing that they don\'t identify as \"older adults\" and prefer solutions not explicitly marketed as such. He suggests focusing marketing efforts on the children of older adults, using fear-based messaging about their parents\' vulnerability and potential financial losses. Greg also advises exploring hardware integration and partnerships with phone manufacturers for wider reach. The idea receives positive feedback (sips), but Greg highlights the inherent challenges of marketing to older adults and emphasizes the importance of positioning and distribution.

## -BUSINESS IDEA- 8. Free LinkedIn Analytics Tool with Leaderboards

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Paulo, a 16-year-old entrepreneur, proposes creating a free LinkedIn analytics tool with leaderboards to help users track their content performance, stay accountable, and learn from each other. He sees this as a way to build an audience and email list for future monetization opportunities. While Greg commends Paulo\'s entrepreneurial spirit and drive, he questions the long-term viability of a free tool. Cody expresses concerns about the complexities of building on the LinkedIn API and the challenges of attracting users with a free offering. Greg suggests exploring productized services and CRM offerings for agencies, leveraging Paulo\342\200\231s existing community and knowledge to create a paid offering. The idea receives a \"sip\" for its core concept but needs further refinement for monetization and sustainability.

## -BUSINESS IDEA- 9. Marketplace for Layered, Editable YouTube Thumbnail Templates

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Yash proposes a marketplace for layered, editable YouTube thumbnail templates, addressing the limitation of current AI thumbnail generators that only produce flat files requiring manual editing. He envisions a subscription model with free samples and aims to leverage global talent to create a vast library of high-quality templates. Cody expresses enthusiasm for the idea, recognizing the need for editable templates and the potential for a lucrative subscription business. They discuss various go-to-market strategies, including organic content on YouTube and Twitter, leveraging a free library as a lead magnet, and potentially targeting the YouTuber community through targeted ads and conferences. The idea is well-received (sips) for its unique value proposition and potential market size, with discussions around pricing models and the importance of building a strong offer to attract initial subscribers.

## -BUSINESS IDEA- 10. Automated Lead Recovery Agency for B2B Businesses

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Scott presents his idea for a lead recovery agency utilizing a tool called RB Tob that de-anonymizes bounced website visitors, providing their contact information. He envisions filtering those leads based on clients\' ICP and automating outreach through emails, effectively creating a cart abandonment service for B2B. Cody is particularly excited about the concept, seeing potential for a high-ticket service with significant automation. They discuss targeting businesses with large sales teams and a need for lead generation, utilizing case studies to showcase value and potentially niching down by industry. The idea receives strong support (sips) for its practical application and clear revenue model, with discussions about pricing, lead qualification, and the long-term implications of data privacy regulations.

## -BUSINESS IDEA- 11. AI-Powered Applicant Ranking Tool for Hiring

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Sahill proposes a platform that simplifies the hiring process by offering a user-friendly alternative to Google Forms and automating applicant ranking using AI. He envisions features like automated email responses, calendar integration for interviews, and potentially a chat interface to interact with resumes. Cody suggests focusing on the platform\'s ability to rank applicants based on specific criteria, targeting companies struggling to manually manage large volumes of applications. Greg recommends emphasizing the time and cost savings, positioning the platform as a solution that integrates with existing workflows like Google Forms and Typeform. They explore potential marketing strategies, including leveraging Twitter to highlight user frustrations with expensive form platforms and offering a free trial to demonstrate value. The idea receives positive feedback (sips), with encouragement to focus on the core value proposition of automating applicant assessment and to leverage existing user behaviors for a more effective go-to-market strategy.

## -BUSINESS IDEA- 12. AI Assistant for Entrepreneurs with ADD and ADHD

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Joe presents her idea for an AI assistant specifically designed for entrepreneurs with ADD and ADHD, inspired by her own experience using AI to manage tasks and stay organized. She envisions a personalized assistant that automates routine tasks, prioritizes urgent matters, and helps stay focused on projects, similar to a personal \"June\" as she calls her current setup. Greg sees potential in the concept, recognizing the lack of products catering to the ADD and ADHD community and the potential for AI agents to provide significant value beyond traditional solutions. He recommends applying the ACP funnel strategy (Audience, Community, Product) to build an audience on Twitter by sharing tips, stories, and examples of successful individuals with ADD and ADHD. Greg encourages building a lightweight AI assistant as an MVP and eventually expanding its functionality based on community feedback. The idea receives positive reception (sips) for its focus on a specific niche and the potential for providing valuable assistance to individuals struggling with focus and organization.

## -BUSINESS IDEA- 13. First-Class Flight Deal Finder for Flexible Travelers

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Joe also pitches an idea for a platform that finds heavily discounted first-class flight deals for flexible travelers who are open to longer layovers and less conventional routes, inspired by services like Skiplagged. Greg sees merit in the concept, especially for individuals seeking luxurious travel experiences at budget-friendly prices. He encourages Joe to continue developing the platform and explore marketing strategies that emphasize both cost savings and access to premium travel. The idea receives strong support (sips) from both Greg and the chat, highlighting the widespread appeal of affordable luxury and the potential for Joe to create a successful business around it.

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[750.97] Greg Isenberg_Business idea_ Paid Chrome Extension.txt

Greg Isenberg

Business idea: Paid Chrome Extension

"## 1. BUSINESS IDEA - Chrome extension for data scraping

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This business idea revolves around building a simple Chrome extension that addresses a specific data scraping need, like extracting data from a platform without an API (using Redfin as an example). The key is to target a narrow, high-demand function. The business model involves offering the extension for free and then using a \"bump pricing\" strategy based on usage. Additionally, users would be funneled into an email nurture sequence to encourage conversion to paid plans. The creator emphasizes focusing on ranking the extension highly in search results by securing the exact match domain name and building backlinks.

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