Ankur Nagpal

Ankur Nagpal, founder of Teachable and a tax optimization expert, shares valuable insights on legally reducing taxes for entrepreneurs. He discusses the generous tax breaks available through Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) and emphasizes the importance of strategic planning over traditional CPA advice. The conversation also includes unique tax strategies like leveraging real estate and solo 401(k)s. Ankur even debunks the myth of moving to Puerto Rico for tax benefits, providing a fresh perspective on wealth and happiness in financial decision-making.

Ankur Nagpal, founder and CEO of Carry and co-founder of Teachable, shares his expertise on tax strategies for business owners. He discusses how to offset W2 income and limit capital gains, along with unique investment opportunities that can optimize tax savings. The conversation dives into managing tax deductions, especially for charitable contributions and energy-efficient improvements. Listeners will also learn about maximizing benefits from tax-advantaged accounts and the critical role of CPAs in navigating complex tax scenarios.

Ankur Nagpal, CEO of Keri and former founder of Teachable, discusses his transition from humble beginnings to selling a company for $250 million. He shares insights on fostering a strong company culture and navigating team dynamics, especially in a startup environment. Ankur emphasizes the importance of persistence in entrepreneurship and reflects on his experiences with fundraising and the fear of failure. He also critiques the traditional education system while advocating for a modernized approach to online learning and hiring top talent.

Ankur Nagpal, founder of Ocho Wealth and Teachable, shares his innovative approach to marketing without spending a dime. He emphasizes building personal brands within his team and the importance of storytelling in engaging customers. The discussion highlights navigating tax codes to enhance wealth, the shift towards equity ownership for creators, and the significance of genuine partnerships in marketing. With a humorous take on AI's role in financial advice, Ankur stresses the need for human touch in financial decisions.

Ankur Nagpal, the founder of fintech company Carry and former CEO of Teachable, opens up about his remarkable financial journey and the intriguing concept of happiness thresholds. He reveals the pivotal moment he sold Teachable for over $250 million and shares the financial decisions that shaped his well-being. The discussion highlights how money can enhance security and freedom but also stresses the importance of knowing when enough is enough to truly enjoy life. Ankur's transparency about his numbers sheds light on balancing wealth with fulfillment.

Episode 81: Alex (@businessbarista) is talking about things you’d do differently as a second time founder. My buddy Ankur Nagpal is the Founder & CEO of Carry, a business that helps business owners build wealth in a number of ways, most notably with their Solo401k product. Prior to Carry, Ankur was the Founder & CEO of Teachable, a teaching platform for creators, which sold to Brazilian education company Hotmart for $250 million. On this episode, Ankur talks through all of the ways he’s approaching the second-time founder seat differently than the first. I think this episode is valuable for any entrepreneur, but if you’re a first time founder make sure to pay close attention because with Ankur’s advice you may be able to avoid some painful mistakes ahead.Send us an email and let us know what you think of the idea! foundersjournal@morningbrew.com#FoundersJournal #Startups #EntrepreneurListen to Founder’s Journal here: https://link.chtbl.com/OV4W93_WWatch Founder’s Journal here: https://www.youtube.com/@FoundersJournal/ Subscribe to Morning Brew!Sign up for free today: https://bit.ly/morningbrewytFollow The Brew!Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morningbrew/Twitter - https://twitter.com/MorningBrewTik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@morningbrewFollow Alex!Alex Lieberman (@businessbarista) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ankur Nagpal, founder of Teachable and Carry, shares his inspiring journey from immigrant student to entrepreneur. He discusses the hurdles of navigating the US immigration system and the lessons learned from his early Facebook app success. Ankur reflects on the evolution of the creator economy and the challenges of scaling Teachable. He emphasizes the importance of family and meaningful work after selling his company for $250 million, while also exploring the future of content creation and his mission to democratize investment strategies for business owners.

Ankur Nagpal, the founder who sold his edu-tech company Teachable for nine figures, shares his intriguing entrepreneurial journey. He discusses the hurdles he faced, from legal challenges to navigating the pandemic during his big sale. Ankur emphasizes the importance of building a supportive network and resilience in turning passions into profits. He reveals the emotional complexities of sudden wealth and the significance of redefining one's identity after a major exit. Plus, he shares insights from launching his new venture, Carry.

Ankur Nagpal, founder of fintech company Carry and former CEO of Teachable, shares insights on balancing wealth and happiness. He discusses his personal journey from financial struggle to a nine-figure net worth, emphasizing the importance of knowing your 'happiness threshold.' Ankur also reflects on the emotional implications of wealth, personal choices, and the quest for meaningful work beyond material success. His candid take on financial strategies and gratitude offers intriguing perspectives on what truly matters in life.

Ankur Nagpal, the visionary founder behind Teachable and Vibe Capital, dives into the evolving world of entrepreneurship. He discusses the positives and negatives of building in public versus private, shedding light on his unique approach. Ankur shares insights on the future of Solo GPs, his strategic decision to downsize his fund, and the challenges of transitioning from founder to fund manager. With a fun lightning round, he also reveals the story behind his tattoo, making for an engaging conversation about personal branding and the entrepreneurial journey.