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This Single Skill Made Him A Billionaire In Under 1 Year | Ankur Jain

May 21, 2024

Ankur Jain, CEO of BILT, shares his journey to success focusing on persistence and customer needs. He discusses overcoming challenges in real estate, networking tips, and the importance of creativity in entrepreneurship. The podcast covers strategies for saving money, protecting online privacy, and cultivating intellectual curiosity in business.

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Ankur Jain

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Quick takeaways

Persistence is crucial for overcoming obstacles and achieving success in entrepreneurship.

Regulatory challenges can be tackled with determination and a focus on changing the status quo.

Customer-centric focus and equity building are key for long-term business growth and wealth creation.

Deep dives

Entrepreneurial Success and Relentlessness

Success in building a company hinges on being relentless in the face of rejection and obstacles. Despite having great ideas, perfect timing, and core business economics, being relentless in pursuing your goals matters most. Encore Jane's journey from immigrant roots to billionaire status at 34 underscores the importance of persistence and determination in entrepreneurship.

Setting Purpose Over Goals

01:01

Persistence and Creativity in Overcoming Challenges

01:35

Introduction

2min

Achieving Billionaire Status Through Relentless Persistence and Innovation in Business

2min

Overcoming Challenges and Setting Purpose

15min

Online Protection, Startup Idea Evaluation, and the Impact of Venture Capitalists

4min

Cultivating Intellectual Curiosity and Customer-Centricity in Entrepreneurship

11min

Lavish Getaway with a Free Business Class Flight and Five Star Hotel Stay

3min

Networking Strategies for Entrepreneurial Success

20min

Rethinking Work-life Balance and Simplifying Travel Hacking

10min

#85 In this episode, I sat down with CEO and founder of BILT, Ankur Jain. Ankur shares the mindset and strategies that helped him succeed, emphasizing the power of persistence in overcoming obstacles. He talks about his startup journey, from early challenges to navigating regulations, and how focusing on customer needs allowed his company to transform the real estate industry. Tune in to learn how Ankur's determination and creativity turned 'no' into 'yes,' fueling remarkable growth.

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