#171 - How to Generate Millions from Paid Events (Bootstrapped)

My First Million

Shaan (@ShaanVP) and Sam (@TheSamParr) break down the events business step-by-step. Sam explains how he grew HustleCon from nothing into a powerhouse. Sam shares numbers and the techniques he used to generate sales and keep costs low. It's a masterclass on how to run an events business. The guys also discuss the "Billie of the Week" Sam Bankman-Fried, and how he became a billionaire at 29 from crypto. At the end, they brainstorm on the idea of "accountability coaching for X".

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Show notes:

* (1:20) The amazing story of how Sam Bankman-Fried made his fortune by the age of 29

* (14:01) How a gambler beat Vegas and a kid took over the internet

* (22:27) Sam explains how to run and scale a profitable event step-by-step

* (47:07) Brainstorming on "accountability coaching for X"