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Tropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder Lifestyle

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Nov 9, 2023 • 1h 6min

#727 The Freedom Line, 7+ Figure Founders, and Extended DCBKK Recap

The podcast discusses the decision to exit or stay in a business, the value of smaller events, and personal experiences with drinking tea. They also talk about different productivity approaches and upcoming event plans
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Nov 2, 2023 • 54min

#726 Insights from DCBKK 2023: The UI vs API of a Location, How Bootstrappers Are Getting Wealthy, 2024 Business Strategy, and More

Dan & Ian, co-hosts of the podcast, cover topics such as analyzing locations based on their UI versus API, why Thailand's UI beats America, the re-opening of DC Black, conference woes and funny stories, the increasing financialization in the bootstrapping space, and favorite DCBKK stories. They also discuss the changing landscape of entrepreneurship and wealth generation, personal anecdotes from the DCBKK event, and success stories of location independence and entrepreneurship.
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Oct 26, 2023 • 36min

#725 How One Entrepreneur Built a 7-Figure Brand Around a Very Niche Audience

Anthony Fosano, founder of Engineering Management Institute, shares how he built a 7-figure brand around a niche audience. Topics include leveraging skills from a full-time job, starting a business before quitting, scaling from the beginning, podcasting for the long game, and the importance of representing the right audience. They also discuss the connection between sports and entrepreneurship, sacrifices and discipline, building relationships in person, and choosing freedom and success.
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Oct 19, 2023 • 49min

#724 Hyper Niche Business Ideas with Big End Game Potential

Dana Lindahl, founder of Legendary Podcasts, joins Dan to discuss generating cash flow and demand through cold email and identifying high-earning hyper niche business ideas. They also touch on running service businesses, the "Split and Sale" strategy, and being on the podcast blacklist.
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Oct 12, 2023 • 34min

#723 4 types of business coaches for 7+ figure founders and reflecting on our 15-year partnership

Ian and Dan discuss the highs and lows of business partnerships, exploring whether they are a net positive or negative for successful businesses. They also highlight the importance of business coaches in every partnership and share a free business idea.
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Oct 5, 2023 • 50min

#722 Revisiting the History of Digital Nomadism, AI For Connecting Founders, and the Big Focus Problem

Exploring the early days and future of digital nomadism. Introducing a new AI feature for connecting founders. Comparing TikTok to Amazon in 2014. Discussing compound startup theory and the problem with limiting definitions. Reflecting on childhood lessons in business. Excitement for an upcoming event in Bangkok. Tracing the evolution of digital nomadism. Optimism about the future and the benefits of being on the edge of a trend.
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Sep 28, 2023 • 1h 3min

#721 Dissecting the American Dream & Business Lessons from the Elon Musk Bio

Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, discusses the changing nature of the American Dream, the business lessons he learned from his biography, and the advantages of the digital nomad lifestyle. The hosts also explore the internationality of the American Dream and the significance of attending prestigious colleges. The podcast highlights the importance of community and connection, particularly in the entrepreneurial journey.
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Sep 21, 2023 • 56min

#720 Brian Balfour’s $33M Growth Insights: Product-Market Fit, Durability, & Knowing Your Natural Limits

Join Dan for a conversation with Brian Balfour, former VP of Growth at Hubspot, as they discuss critical points in his journey, factors contributing to growth, product-market fit, and building a durable business. They also address challenges faced by bootstrapers in scaling revenue. Brian's insights are essential for business founders seeking growth.
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Sep 14, 2023 • 47min

#719 The Nomads Dilemma, Anti-Traction Debate, and Summer Highlights

In this podcast episode, Dan and Ian discuss the 'nomad's dilemma' and the benefits of settling versus living a nomadic lifestyle. They also explore the importance of implementing systems and processes for business efficiency, highlight a podcast episode featuring Jeremy Giffon, and delve into the story behind Kirkland's in-house brand. Additionally, they share a thrilling tale of sailors obtaining breadfruit trees from Tahiti and discuss upcoming events and meetups for listeners.
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Sep 7, 2023 • 50min

#718 Lucy Bella Simkins Built a YouTube Channel with 10,000,000 Subscribers

Lucy Bella Simkins, YouTube creator, English teacher, and CEO, shares the challenges and strategies of building a language learning YouTube channel with 10,000,000 subscribers and a thriving 7-figure+ business. She discusses nurturing the audience, growing a course business, the turning point, and the challenges of managing a team.

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