My First Million We Tested Our Grit (And Were Humbled Immediately)
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Mar 15, 2024 Explore the fascinating economics behind personality tests, like the Myers-Briggs, used by major companies. Tune in for a humorous take on grit, resilience, and personal success stories, including a dive into the world of sports analytics. Discover the new trend of entrepreneurial 'speedrunning' and the impressive rise of a $600M protein bar startup. Plus, the hosts share personal reflections on their grit scores and invite listeners to join them in assessing their own perseverance.
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Suns Visit
- Shaan Puri and Ben Levy visited Matt Ishbia, owner of the Phoenix Suns, after Ben had previously congratulated him on the team purchase.
- Ben, a diehard Suns fan and former ball boy, leveraged his connection to have a unique experience.
Diehard Fan
- Ben Levy's passion for the Suns led him to collect 100,000 All-Star ballots, forcing his family to help him vote for Suns players.
- Shaan organized the Phoenix trip as a token of appreciation for Ben.
Unexpected Encounters
- Meeting interesting people often happens unexpectedly, especially in fields more accessible than those of famous figures.
- Shaan and Ben had a valuable conversation with a data analyst at the Suns.
