My First Million The high schooler making $20M a year
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Mar 17, 2025 
Zach Yadegari, a remarkable high school student, launched the AI-powered calorie tracking app Cal AI, achieving $20M in just 10 months. He shares his incredible journey from selling his first business at 16 to navigating the challenges of youth entrepreneurship. Zach discusses his influencer marketing strategies and reveals how he innovatively solves problems with AI. With a unique perspective on leadership and the importance of adaptability, he emphasizes the need for mentorship while balancing school and business.
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Podcast Inspiration
- Shaan Puri had previously expressed the need for an app with computer vision calorie tracking on the podcast.
- Zach Yadegari's app, Cal AI, now fulfills that need.
Million-Dollar Goal
- At 15, Zach Yadegari posted a YouTube video outlining his plan to make $1 million in high school.
- He broke down the goal into smaller daily targets, like selling 30 $100 items.
Breaking Down Goals
- Simplify large goals by breaking them down into smaller, more manageable steps.
- This makes seemingly daunting tasks feel achievable and less stressful.
