My First Million

Shaan's Story: How I Made My First $1,000,000 By Age 31

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Oct 20, 2022
Dive into an engaging tale of entrepreneurship as Shaan shares how he made his first million by age 31. Discover his unique insights from interviews, including a memorable one with Jerry Seinfeld. Experience hilarious anecdotes about startup journeys, innovative interviewing techniques, and culinary delights like buffalo wings. Hear about the rise and fall of early social media platforms and the challenges of app entrepreneurship. This conversation is rich with humor, creativity, and invaluable lessons about success in the fast-paced world of business.
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ANECDOTE

Seinfeld's Micromanagement

  • Jerry Seinfeld micromanaged every detail of his show, from casting to editing.
  • He believes this intense focus, though demanding, was key to Seinfeld's success.
ADVICE

Choose Your Olympics

  • Carefully consider if you want an intense, high-achieving work environment.
  • Shaan Puri advises his friend against joining a demanding venture firm if he's not fully committed to that lifestyle.
ANECDOTE

Musk's Engineering Focus

  • Elon Musk prefers to interact directly with engineers rather than managers.
  • He questioned a Twitter CEO candidate's engineering background, prioritizing technical expertise.
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