Episode
#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
57:03
Published: Wed Jul 28 2021
Description
In this episode Shaan (@ShaanVP) breaks down all the numbers behind his Power Writing course (course link --> https://hi.switchy.io/5Cir) and gives Sam (@theSamParr) a walkthrough on how short squeezes work. The two of them later discuss the unbundling of YC, on-demand rental companies, and the future of gas stations. --------- * Want to be featured in a future episode? Drop your question/comment/criticism/love here: https://www.mfmpod.com/p/hotline/ * Support the pod by spreading the word, become a referrer here: https://refer.fm/million * Have you joined our private Facebook group yet? Go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourfirstmillion and join thousands of other entrepreneurs and founders scheming up ideas. --------- Show notes: * (:47) Intro * (1:49) Sam's bullish on America * (5:52) A beginner's guide to short squeezes * (8:35) The programming language behind Ethereum smart contracts * (16:09) Meet Greg16676935420 * (19:27) The unbundling of YC * (22:37) A breakdown of Shaan's Power Writing course * (32:55) Swimply and other rent-on-demand companies * (43:17) The future of gas stations
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The hosts discuss the idea of Swimply, a rental service for swimming pools.
00:00 - 02:20 (02:20)
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The hosts discuss the idea of Swimply, a rental service for swimming pools. They also share their thoughts on turning hobbies into jobs and the benefits of using a CRM tool.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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A group of people discuss whether or not China will overtake America in the next five years, with one person dismissing the idea and expressing confidence in America.
02:20 - 05:40 (03:19)
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A group of people discuss whether or not China will overtake America in the next five years, with one person dismissing the idea and expressing confidence in America.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
PodcastMy First Million
When shorts begin to worry, the price of a stock runs up and they try to close out their positions which puts buying pressure on it.
05:40 - 08:28 (02:47)
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When shorts begin to worry, the price of a stock runs up and they try to close out their positions which puts buying pressure on it. This results in the shorts being forced to cover their positions, and causing the stock price to rise rapidly.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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Technical difficulties setting up a two-person escrow contract for buying a house led to the postponement of the discussion.
08:28 - 10:41 (02:13)
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Technical difficulties setting up a two-person escrow contract for buying a house led to the postponement of the discussion. The speaker plans to share details of the course he recently finished with the other party.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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In this episode, the speaker discusses the possibility of starting a company that trains engineers to write smart contracts and get them hired by companies facing a high demand for this skill set.
10:41 - 14:26 (03:45)
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In this episode, the speaker discusses the possibility of starting a company that trains engineers to write smart contracts and get them hired by companies facing a high demand for this skill set. This could lead to a profitable niche business venture.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
PodcastMy First Million
A discussion of the expensive costs associated with recruiting engineers and the potential solution of using Lambda School as a cheaper alternative for hiring new employees.
14:26 - 16:15 (01:49)
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A discussion of the expensive costs associated with recruiting engineers and the potential solution of using Lambda School as a cheaper alternative for hiring new employees.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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The podcast discusses the prevalent racial stereotypes present in medicine, specifically in relation to the portrayal of doctors on TV shows.
16:15 - 17:22 (01:06)
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The podcast discusses the prevalent racial stereotypes present in medicine, specifically in relation to the portrayal of doctors on TV shows.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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A Twitter user high in number tags Champions Palihapitiya's tweets with a message of support every time he tweets, using a long numerical username.
17:22 - 19:33 (02:10)
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A Twitter user high in number tags Champions Palihapitiya's tweets with a message of support every time he tweets, using a long numerical username.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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The podcast discusses the importance of managing investor pipelines and treating it like a bidding process as opposed to dating.
19:33 - 24:05 (04:32)
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The podcast discusses the importance of managing investor pipelines and treating it like a bidding process as opposed to dating. Lambda School's business model is debated but the idea of working backwards from a clear outcome in a course is of interest.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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The transcript contains an advertisement for The Side Hustle Pro Podcast hosted by Nikkaela Matthews-Akome on the HubSpot Podcast Network.
24:06 - 27:13 (03:07)
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The transcript contains an advertisement for The Side Hustle Pro Podcast hosted by Nikkaela Matthews-Akome on the HubSpot Podcast Network.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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The podcast involves the host discussing getting value from attending conferences, specifically getting feedback from attendees about how much value they received, and giving advice about how to improve your business writing.
27:13 - 30:45 (03:32)
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The podcast involves the host discussing getting value from attending conferences, specifically getting feedback from attendees about how much value they received, and giving advice about how to improve your business writing.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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The speaker talks about making the switch to live podcasts and the additional time and effort it takes upfront, but the added value it provides to listeners.
30:45 - 33:40 (02:55)
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The speaker talks about making the switch to live podcasts and the additional time and effort it takes upfront, but the added value it provides to listeners.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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The speaker discusses a pool rental business idea where homeowners can rent out their pool for an hourly rate, which they believe can be profitable.
33:40 - 37:17 (03:36)
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The speaker discusses a pool rental business idea where homeowners can rent out their pool for an hourly rate, which they believe can be profitable.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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The speaker discusses a platform where users can access multiple online courses as part of a subscription service, and compares it to the "class pass" model used for gym memberships.
37:17 - 39:56 (02:39)
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The speaker discusses a platform where users can access multiple online courses as part of a subscription service, and compares it to the "class pass" model used for gym memberships. The speaker also shares their initial skepticism of the idea, but acknowledges the potential value in a platform that allows users to access a variety of courses in one place.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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The speaker discusses how their consistent approach to their morning show has contributed to its success, despite occasional inconsistencies in delivery, and references a statement from The Skimm on their popularity.
39:56 - 43:47 (03:51)
Summary
The speaker discusses how their consistent approach to their morning show has contributed to its success, despite occasional inconsistencies in delivery, and references a statement from The Skimm on their popularity.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
PodcastMy First Million
As the world transitions to electric and self-driving cars, the future of gas stations becomes uncertain.
43:47 - 47:33 (03:46)
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As the world transitions to electric and self-driving cars, the future of gas stations becomes uncertain. One possibility is that gas stations become entertainment hubs, while another is that they adapt their services for electric and autonomous vehicles.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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This podcast discusses the use of machine learning to optimize the charging process of electric cars, in order to maximize profits for ride sharing drivers.
47:33 - 50:14 (02:41)
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This podcast discusses the use of machine learning to optimize the charging process of electric cars, in order to maximize profits for ride sharing drivers.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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The speaker predicts that physical retail locations will become more like museums with spectacles to take pictures in front of, while people will keep their belongings at home and charge them there.
50:15 - 52:36 (02:20)
Summary
The speaker predicts that physical retail locations will become more like museums with spectacles to take pictures in front of, while people will keep their belongings at home and charge them there.
Episode#204 - Behind-the-Scenes of Shaan's Power Writing Course
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The future of gas stations could entail automation and variety of products similar to Starbucks, as opposed to a traditional coffee machine.
52:36 - 56:01 (03:25)
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The future of gas stations could entail automation and variety of products similar to Starbucks, as opposed to a traditional coffee machine. This concept may make sense for apartment buildings as well, where it may be more feasible to have a coffee vending machine as opposed to full-service staff.