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My First Million

The 2023 Milly Awards: Part 2

Dec 18, 2023
01:13:28
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Entrepreneurs and podcasters, Shaan Puri and Sam Parr, discuss categories like 'Most Delusional Person of the Year' and 'Breakout of the Year' in the 2023 Milly Awards. They share stories about crazy and boring people they've met, talk about Michael Dell's success, reveal their best and worst investments, discuss lessons learned from angel investing, explore unsexy businesses like Pantone, and make wild predictions for the future including the potential impact of AI on admin jobs.
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Quick takeaways

  • Pantone has created a profitable and unsexy business by standardizing the use of colors in the art and design world.
  • Hoffman Bros. Heating and Cooling's remarkable growth showcases that success can be found in even the most ordinary sectors.

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The Power of Colors: Pantone's Dominance in the Fashion Industry

Pantone, the company known for its trademarked colors, has created an empire in the fashion industry. Their books of colors are used by designers and graphic artists worldwide. With over $100 million in annual revenue, Pantone has successfully standardized the use of colors in the art and design world. By continuously reselling their books and licensing their colors, Pantone has created a profitable and unsexy business that plays a crucial role in the creative sector.

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