Unbundling Etsy can lead to a multi-million dollar opportunity in the market.
Training programs for becoming an MMA fighter can offer a crash course in the sport.
Tax incentives in Canada, like SRED credits, make it attractive for running startups.
Discussion on the impact of the 'Delta variant' naming on Delta Airlines' brand image.
Deep dives
Reese Witherspoon's Production Company Acquisition
Reese Witherspoon's production company, Hello Sunshine, known for shows like 'Big Little Lies' and 'The Morning Show,' got acquired for $900 million. The deal, led by Blackstone, aims to build a media conglomerate leveraging her established IP rights and diverse content portfolio.
CSB Tax Credits and Canadian Engineering Offices
Exploring the use of Canadian R&D tax credits in businesses like CSB to offset employee costs. A company, like Terminal.io, offers setup services for Canadian engineering offices to leverage tax benefits, providing an innovative solution for cost-effective talent sourcing.
Mental Fitness and Stoicism
Delving into the significance of mental fitness versus mental health and its impact on personal growth and well-being. Reflecting on the principles of stoicism, as popularized by authors like Ryan Holiday, as a tool for achieving mental resilience and clarity.
Financial Hacks and Research Credits
Highlighting financial strategies like Canadian R&D tax credits for offsetting personnel costs and improving cash flow in businesses. Discussing how companies leverage research credits to enhance financial efficiency.
Delta Variant and Brand Perception
Discussing the impact of the 'Delta variant' naming on Delta Airlines' brand image and market perception. Speculating on the potential value Delta Airlines might pay to rebrand the variant and mitigate negative associations.
Quibi Deal Analogy and Media Conglomerate Creation
Drawing parallels between Reese Witherspoon's production company acquisition and Quibi's short-lived venture, emphasizing the challenges and potentials of building a media conglomerate. Analyzing the motives behind the deal and the broader implications for the industry.
Innovative Financial Strategies and Talent Acquisition
Exploring financial tactics like R&D tax credits to enhance business operations and employee cost optimization. Discussing innovative models like Terminal.io for setting up Canadian engineering offices to leverage tax benefits and streamline talent acquisition.
Striking Brand and Acquisitions Deals
Insights into brand impact and management in light of the 'Delta variant' association with Delta Airlines. Speculating on the potential financial value for Delta Airlines to mitigate branding risks and optimize market perception.
In this episode Sam (@theSamParr) and Shaan (@ShaanVP) break down a multi-million dollar opportunity to unbundle Etsy ($24B market cap). Shaan also shares how he would approach it if he were doing it himself. The guys also talk about the multi-billion dollar elevator industry, a training program to become an MMA fighter, and whether tax incentives make Canada an attractive place to run a startup.
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Show notes:
* (1:10) Intro
* (3:30) The elevator industry
* (11:08) Unbundling Etsy
* (22:43) A crash course to become an MMA fighter
* (28:02) Mental Fitness
* (39:01) Moving to Canada + SRED credits
* (45:53) Reese Witherspoon's massive exit
* (51:45) Delta airlines meet Delta variant
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