My First Million #147 - How Sam Hacked Amazon's Book Rankings, A $600m Exit, And Crypto with Brother Aaaron
Jan 22, 2021
In this engaging conversation, Aaron Barrera, a cryptocurrency expert and trend analyst, delves into the ever-evolving world of digital finance. They explore the fascinating rise of pickleball and the business opportunities it creates, alongside the burgeoning market for romantic fiction catalyzed by Wattpad's sale. Sam shares his ingenious hack of Amazon's book rankings, while the duo tackles the allure of conspiracy theories like QAnon, discussing the financial dynamics of Bitcoin and market trends in niche sports and online entrepreneurship.
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QAnon Origins
- Sam Parr learned about the QAnon conspiracy theory's origins.
- An anonymous person, "Q," posts cryptic messages on 4chan, claiming high-level clearance.
Collectibles from Infamous People
- Sam Parr, a true crime fan, explores buying collectibles from infamous figures.
- He's interested in historical artifacts like letters or personal items, not memorabilia.
Romance Novels and Wattpad
- Sam Parr helped test a romance story subscription service, generating revenue quickly.
- Wattpad, a platform for romance novels, recently sold for $600 million despite low monetization.
