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What It Really Takes To Make $1M/year on Skool
Nov 21, 2024
Benny D, a rapper-turned-entrepreneur, shares his remarkable journey from rock bottom to making $1M/year online with partner Ted Carr. He reveals the importance of copywriting and building a world-class team that won’t leave you. Benny emphasizes operating in your 'Zone of Genius' and the significance of vulnerability and emotional sensitivity in business growth. He also touches on how personal experiences shape professional success, showcasing that true fulfillment stems from balancing ambition with love and well-being.
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- Benny D's transition from a struggling rapper to COO of a $1M/year business highlights the power of community and active learning.
- Establishing a world-class team requires prioritizing transparent communication and understanding individual team members' goals and challenges.
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The Journey from Rapper to Entrepreneur
The speaker shares a transformative journey from being a successful rapper to finding fulfillment in entrepreneurship. Initially overwhelmed by newfound wealth and the emptiness it brought, he experienced a period of depression that made him seek purpose. He embraced various entrepreneurial ventures such as coding, drop shipping, and Forex trading, but faced failures along the way. Eventually, he discovered copywriting, which changed his trajectory, driven by a commitment to learn and engage fully with the community.
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