The Startup of You Podcast

The Art of the Hustle

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Jul 21, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Airbnb's Cereal Box Hustle

  • Airbnb founders raised money through creative hustle when they were running out of cash in 2008.
  • They sold themed cereal boxes to fundraise and market, which even President Obama cherished later.
INSIGHT

Hustle vs. Hustler Distinction

  • Hustle is about relentless resourcefulness, not just aggressive self-interest.
  • Having hustle means creatively pulling resources and opportunities while balancing mutual benefit.
ADVICE

Use Rejection as Fuel

  • Don't accept rejection as final; use it to learn and fuel your persistence.
  • Resilience builds self-confidence and prepares you to succeed in future endeavors.
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