My First Million I talk to Ben about creating luck, his barbell method, plus 6 half-baked business ideas
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Jun 23, 2025 
Ben Levy, a business partner of Shaan Puri and co-host, dives into creating opportunity through luck and relationships. He shares his unique barbell method for networking, balancing casual chats with meaningful connections. The duo brainstorms six quirky business ideas, including a celebrity lunch auction and a nostalgic basketball camp for adults. They also explore the concept of 'post-economic' living, envisioning reality TV-style challenges in real life. With humor and insight, they inspire innovative thinking for entrepreneurs.
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Unlikely Business Partnership Start
- Shaan Puri describes how their partnership began during a 90-day sprint project despite barely knowing each other.
- Ben Levy had a single customer generating $1M revenue, which led him to join forces with Shaan for new ventures.
Power of Your First Believer
- Everyone successful had someone with irrational, early belief in them.
- This "first believer" phenomenon is more important than cash for initial entrepreneurial success.
Duke Coach K Fantasy Camp
- Ben Levy attended Duke's Coach K fantasy camp with his dad, enjoying rich-person basketball nostalgia.
- The $13,000 5-day camp raises $2M annually and builds community around Duke athletics.