The GaryVee Audio Experience Why You Need to Pull Weeds w/ Marc Lore
Mar 10, 2020
Marc Lore, the mastermind behind Walmart's e-commerce business and former owner of Diapers.com, shares his entrepreneurial journey and the financial insights he gained along the way. He dives into the booming sports card market, discussing lucrative investment opportunities in basketball and baseball collectibles. Lore reflects on his childhood ventures, highlighting the significance of persistence and embracing risks. He also introduces the unique concept of treating athletes as tradable assets, blending passion with data in the dynamic world of startups.
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Early Hustle
- Marc Lore worked hard as a child, doing various jobs like car washes, lawn mowing, and newspaper delivery.
- He outworked everyone and was a charismatic leader, even getting his friends to shovel snow for hours.
The Mint
- In high school, Lore started a sports card business called The Mint, buying cards directly from manufacturers.
- He and his friend Lax put together sets and sold them, focusing on the 1987 Topps set.
Early Stock Interest
- Lore's interest in stocks began at a young age, tracking them diligently.
- He even read advanced financial books in seventh grade while not excelling in other subjects.