My First Million

MFM Mini-Camp, Lessons from Selling a Company, and Storytelling Wins

Jan 10, 2023

Discover the magic of storytelling and its impact on persuasion in business. Dive into the invaluable lessons learned from selling a company, revealing the dynamics of corporate life versus startup culture. Hear inspiring tales of resilience, including journeys from homelessness to entrepreneurship. The importance of networking and gathering among founders is highlighted as a catalyst for creativity. Plus, explore how age influences ambition and the power of frame-breaking experiences in shaping innovative ideas.

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When things get hard, slow down and keep the form

01:30

The Hustle: Picking the Right Thing to Do

01:35

Ramon's Stories

01:52

The Power of Play

01:29

Intro

2min

From Homeless to Hospitality: An Entrepreneur's Journey

4min

Entrepreneurial Triumphs and Marketing Innovations

3min

Persuasion and Charisma: Insights from a Former Operative

7min

Transformations Through Honesty and Storytelling in Entrepreneurship

5min

Ages of Aspiration: Lessons in Ambition and Wisdom

8min

The Power of Frame Breaking Experiences and Audience Engagement

2min

Navigating Acquisitions and Corporate Dynamics

21min

Episode 405: Shaan Puri (@ShaanVP) and Sam Parr (@TheSamParr) talk about what happens when Shaan leaves the house and meets up with other founders, the power of storytelling, the things you learn when you sell a company and how to hire a researcher.

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Show Notes:

(04:20) - Shaan leaves the house and meets cool people

(13:15) - When Ramon pretended to be an electrician

(18:30) - Power of storytelling

(21:25) - Age and perception

(28:25) - Frame break

(30:10) - Things you learn when you sell a company

(46:05) - How to hire a researcher

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Past guests on My First Million include Rob Dyrdek, Hasan Minhaj, Balaji Srinivasan, Jake Paul, Dr. Andrew Huberman, Gary Vee, Lance Armstrong, Sophia Amoruso, Ariel Helwani, Ramit Sethi, Stanley Druckenmiller, Peter Diamandis, Dharmesh Shah, Brian Halligan, Marc Lore, Jason Calacanis, Andrew Wilkinson, Julian Shapiro, Kat Cole, Codie Sanchez, Nader Al-Naji, Steph Smith, Trung Phan, Nick Huber, Anthony Pompliano, Ben Askren, Ramon Van Meer, Brianne Kimmel, Andrew Gazdecki, Scott Belsky, Moiz Ali, Dan Held, Elaine Zelby, Michael Saylor, Ryan Begelman, Jack Butcher, Reed Duchscher, Tai Lopez, Harley Finkelstein, Alexa von Tobel, Noah Kagan, Nick Bare, Greg Isenberg, James Altucher, Randy Hetrick and more.

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