My First Million Meet the 14yo entrepreneur who's already launched 2 businesses
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Oct 16, 2024 
Isaac Katayev, a remarkable 14-year-old entrepreneur, shares his inspiring journey of launching two thriving businesses. He discusses how he founded Cookie Duck to help peers access games on restricted school computers. Isaac candidly recounts the challenges of youth entrepreneurship, including technical hurdles and rapid growth during the pandemic. He also reveals his financial strategies, the importance of mentorship, and innovative ideas for integrating AI into everyday tasks, all while maintaining a fresh perspective on business success.
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CookieDuck's Rise
- Isaac Katayev started CookieDuck at age 10 to bypass school computer game restrictions.
- It became popular during COVID, reaching 4,000 users in 30 minutes and earning $1,500/day at its peak.
Monetization Challenges
- CookieDuck's revenue peaked at $1,500/day but declined due to Chromebook's anti-tracking measures.
- Monetization was challenging because individual links weren't large enough, despite the need for multiple domains to bypass blocking.
Price Satellite
- Isaac created PriceSatellite.com, a website that compares luxury goods prices across countries.
- It considers conversion rates and VAT, helping travelers save money.