How to Craft A Million Dollar Business - With Noah Kagan | Bonus Episode

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Dec 25, 2024

Noah Kagan, Founder and CEO of AppSumo, shares his entrepreneurial wisdom and experiences. He discusses the importance of viewing business ideas as experiments and emphasizes resilience in the face of challenges. Kagan highlights the power of validating business ideas and leveraging personal networks for growth. He also explores the significance of effective delegation and building deep connections. Plus, he offers a sneak peek into his upcoming book, 'Million Dollar Weekend', packed with strategies for achieving financial success.

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ADVICE

Treat Business as Practice

Treat every business idea as practice and experiment, like getting reps in.
Don't be discouraged if someone else is already doing it.

INSIGHT

The Artist as a Business Operator

Successful artists are often excellent business operators, not necessarily the most talented.
Creativity and business skills can coexist.

ADVICE

Practice Hiring

Practice leadership and delegation by hiring an assistant, even a friend, as a trial run.
Start small to gain experience before bigger hires.

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