The Startup Ideas Podcast Trung Phan on The Hustle, ChatGPT, and TikTok
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Mar 9, 2023 
Trung Phan, co-host of the Not Investment Advice podcast and former lead writer for The Hustle, dives into his experiences in tech media and the evolution of AI. He discusses the importance of owning your distribution and shares insights on maximizing ChatGPT's capabilities. Trung also explores the future of TikTok, debating its potential ban in the U.S. and the implications of foreign ownership. With a focus on opportunities for solopreneurs in the AI landscape, this conversation is packed with valuable entrepreneurial wisdom.
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Pre-Med Dropout
- Trung Phan dropped out of pre-med because of early classes.
- He switched to history and sociology, ultimately not becoming a doctor.
McGill Partying
- Trung Phan's family moved from Calgary to Vancouver, getting closer to Asia.
- He partied extensively at McGill, which was located in downtown Montreal.
Socializing for Success
- Greg Isenberg and Trung Phan agree that socializing is crucial for success in online writing and business.
- Networking and relationship-building skills learned in university/social settings translate to professional success.