Google Sheets + AI = $$$. HoldCo Bros discuss! Ep. #89
Nov 8, 2024
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Nik, a business partner and creative thinker, joins Chris to explore innovative monetization strategies. They delve into harnessing AI for Google Sheets, discussing data cleaning and unique scoring methods to capture valuable insights. The duo also tackles modern dating, contemplating how tech can enhance real-life connections. Additionally, they share intriguing tales of treasure hunting that highlight entrepreneurial opportunities in unexpected places. Their lively 'marry, date, or kill' game keeps the conversation fresh and fun!
AI tools like GPT for Sheets can significantly enhance productivity by automating data management tasks, ensuring effective communication and accuracy.
Creative marketing strategies, such as using social proof in dating, can attract customers and foster connections through innovative local events.
Deep dives
Monetizing Creative Approaches
Creative monetization strategies showcase innovative approaches to attract customers. One example discussed involved a bar owner who created a fake profile of an attractive woman to orient multiple men toward meeting at the establishment, resulting in a successful influx of customers, despite the men not actually connecting. This illustrates the effectiveness of unconventional marketing tactics in driving foot traffic to a business. The underlying message is that it's possible to monetize various ideas by thinking outside the box.
Utilizing AI in Data Management
AI tools like GPT for Sheets offer powerful solutions for enhancing productivity and data management in businesses. This tool allows users to input prompts into Google Sheets, enabling the automation of tasks such as cleaning up data or extracting meaningful information. For instance, it can standardize names from lead forms to ensure consistency, aiding in effective communication. The efficiency of GPT for Sheets in managing large datasets can significantly improve workflow and accuracy.
Facilitating In-Person Connections
The rise of online dating platforms has created a demand for social proof in matching individuals. Proposals for new ventures suggest organizing local events geared toward singles, incorporating activities such as sports or gathering groups with similar interests to foster connections. These events would not only create a relaxed environment for potential matches but also capitalize on the community aspect often missing from online interactions. By promoting in-person connections, these ventures aim to improve the dating experience.
Treasure Hunting for Lost Goods
The concept of 'lost goods' involves monetizing the treasure hunt experience, similar to popular dumpster diving trends on social media. People can search for valuable discarded items, such as golf discs or unique finds, and showcase their discoveries through engaging content. This model combines entertainment with the potential for profit, appealing to individuals intrigued by the thrill of searching for hidden treasures. By developing a platform to sell these items online, this idea underscores the intersection of content creation and e-commerce.
HoldCo Bros are back! Nik and I talk about three ideas in this episode, following up from Episode #86. We cover GPT for Google Sheets, a creative dating idea, and Water Finds. Plus, we play our 'marry, date, or kill' game to decide which idea we’d pursue, test, or drop. It's a fun, insightful episode, so be sure to share, like, and subscribe!
Timestamps below. Enjoy! --- Watch this on YouTube instead here: tkopod.co/p-yt Ask me a question on or off the show here: http://tkopod.co/p-ask Learn more about me:http://tkopod.co/p-cjk Learn about my company: http://tkopod.co/p-cof Follow me on Twitter here: http://tkopod.co/p-x Free weekly business ideas newsletter:http://tkopod.co/p-nl Share this podcast:http://tkopod.co/p-all Scrape small business data:http://tkopod.co/p-os --- 00:00 Monetizing Unique Ideas 01:07 Leveraging AI in Google Sheets 06:58 Data Cleaning and Integrity 11:28 Innovative Dating Solutions 19:10 Social Proof in Dating 24:22 Treasure Hunting and Content Creation 29:42 Business Ideas Recap
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