My First Million

Blue Collar Side Hustles, Covid Businesses, and Going Viral On TikTok For An "A"

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Feb 23, 2023
Explore the fascinating journey of innovative businesses born during COVID-19, including a neighbor's unexpected success. Discover the unconventional teaching approach of a TikTok professor rewarding viral content with A's. Dive into blue-collar side hustles like Smash My Trash and the unique rental concept, Jupe. Hear anecdotes from youthful dating experiences intertwined with startup dreams, and laugh along as the hosts reflect on their early entrepreneurial misadventures.
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ANECDOTE

Neighbor's COVID Pivot

  • Shaan Puri's rich neighbor pivoted their LED vodka bottle business to COVID safety equipment during the pandemic.
  • They secured large government contracts and now provide testing for major venues.
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Mobile COVID Testing

  • Sam Parr's mastermind group member started a mobile COVID testing truck business in Canada.
  • The business rapidly grew, leading to discussions about going public within a year.
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Missed Mask Opportunity

  • Sam Parr's father missed a COVID mask opportunity due to his addiction to meetings and risk aversion.
  • He prioritized extensive planning and approvals over taking quick action.
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