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    Explore "Bali" with insightful episodes like "182 ✧ Travel to the Mentawai Islands, Indonesia with me!", "#216. Lucifher - Sex, drugs, ladyboys og en nær-døden-ulykke i Bali.", "nrc26 | Teaching Bitcoin from the heart with Dea Rezkitha", "#736 How to Have Your Best Year $$$Wise Ever" and "#735 An 8-figure exit and revisiting the 1,000-day principle" from podcasts like ""The Wanderlover Podcast", "Mannegruppa Ottar Podcast", "new renaissance capital w/ frank corva", "The Tropical MBA Podcast - Entrepreneurship, Travel, and Lifestyle" and "The Tropical MBA Podcast - Entrepreneurship, Travel, and Lifestyle"" and more!

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    182 ✧ Travel to the Mentawai Islands, Indonesia with me!

    182 ✧ Travel to the Mentawai Islands, Indonesia with me!

    After almost 4 days of traveling, we finally made it to the Mentawai Islands in Indonesia! It’s literally a little slice of tropical paradise. Tune in for a mini lesson on Indonesia and insider knowledge on how to get here if you want to visit this piece of heaven!

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    #216. Lucifher - Sex, drugs, ladyboys og en nær-døden-ulykke i Bali.

    #216. Lucifher - Sex, drugs, ladyboys og en nær-døden-ulykke i Bali.

    I denne episoden av Podcasten har vi nok engang fått besøk av Lucifher Daldorff, mannen bak "Stengt bar med gjest Podcasten". Denne nedtattoverte gærningen heter faktisk Lucifher i folkeregisteret. Han er også kjent for å ha sonet en dom for vold og norgeshistoriens største narkotikabeslag på en enkeltperson. Her forteller han om sin ville festing med dop og ladyboys i sydeligere strøk, og ulykken som nesten kosta han livet. En av våre lengste og mest crazy episoder pr dags dato!

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    nrc26 | Teaching Bitcoin from the heart with Dea Rezkitha

    nrc26 | Teaching Bitcoin from the heart with Dea Rezkitha

    After years of teaching people about Bitcoin, organizing the Indonesia Bitcoin conference, and working for a Bitcoin company (Fedi), she's learned that you have to speak from your heart when you explain Bitcoin to people if you want them to grasp it.

    In our interview, we discuss this in greater detail as well as the macroeconomic situation in Indonesia and how even the Indonesian crypto "gamblers" are starting to look at bitcoin as something different than all other crypto assets.

    Enjoy!

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    X (Twitter): @dearezkitha

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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dearezkitha/

    Check out Kelas Bitcoin: https://kelasbitcoin.com/

    Timesstamps:

    0:00 Cold open

    1:45 Intro music

    2:00 Introduction

    6:01 How Dea found Bitcoin

    10:22 The macroeconomic situation in Indonesia

    14:07 Inflation hedges, crypto and Bitcoin in Indonesia

    21:39 Organizing the Indonesian Bitcoin Conference

    30:46 What is a Fedimint?

    36:46 What can Fedi do?

    39:15 The challenges of Bitcoin education

    45:07 Outro / Where to find Dea

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    #736 How to Have Your Best Year $$$Wise Ever

    #736 How to Have Your Best Year $$$Wise Ever
    This week, Dan reveals a strategic approach to decision-making intervals for achieving top-line revenue and personal income goals. Join him as he explores how this decision-making cadence serves as a compass in navigating the challenging 'messy middle' of entrepreneurship. What’s the messy middle? You’ve found some type of product-market fit, customers are buying, and you've set revenue and profit goals. Yet, you lack an exit strategy, millions in your bank account, and an executive team running your company. In this episode, Dan invites you into his end-of-year meeting with co-founder Ian Schoen, unveiling the inner workings of their quarterly reviews. Discover the three key questions they always address and learn how this framework can guide you out of the messy middle, ensuring this is your best year money-wise ever. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show Notes - (00:01:16) 14 years of the Tropical MBA - (00:01:38) Setting and achieving business goals in the messy middle - (00:05:01) The framework for 90-day quarterly reviews - (00:07:30) Does your business make financial sense? - (00:11:36) Do you have the right people in the right chairs? - (00:21:55) Are you performing well in the business? - (00:24:08) How to focus on the one thing you’re best at Links: - Public Quarterly Review Framework (https://docs.google.com/document/d/18nV-AaMBqn7o88WnYVkjPk8Xvr_Ouq8mxNyppNGQtDM/edit?usp=sharing) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Dana Lindahl, Anthony Fasano, Adam Palmeter, Carrie & Dave McKeegan. Additional episodes you might enjoy: An 8-figure exit and revisiting the 1,000-day principle (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/1000-day-principle) Non-Obvious Ways to Grow Your Business + Favorite Moments of 2023 (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/favorite-moments-of-2023) End-of-Year Brainstorming, Goal-Setting, and a Mexico Meltdown (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/end-of-year-brainstorming)

    #735 An 8-figure exit and revisiting the 1,000-day principle

    #735 An 8-figure exit and revisiting the 1,000-day principle
    Can you make a life-changing decision based on assumptions you pulled off the internet? This question and many others are answered in today’s fascinating interview with two of Dan’s mentors and longtime friends. They recently exited one of their businesses (they’re still running the other!) for 8-figures, and they share the details of their process from deciding to sell, preparing for the sale, vetting acquirers, and what happens after. Hear how they spun up another business on the side and are maintaining the cash flow from that as they sit on the cash pile from the sale. But perhaps their biggest accomplishment is raising three thoughtful, curious kids while running their two incredible businesses and living all over the world in places like Bali, Costa Rica, Spain, and more. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show Notes (00:00:42) Intro (00:03:03) Revisiting the 1,000 day principle and questioning the 3,000 day principle (00:03:52) Career milestones in entrepreneurship (00:09:18) Maintaining pricing power in a productized service (00:10:24) Setting financial goals and getting real with personal expenses (00:16:36) Retirement planning with financial planners (00:19:05) Selling a business: approach to sales process (00:21:48) Selling a business: acquisition process and unexpected offer (00:28:59) Selling a business: legal and financial aspects (00:34:46) Selling a business: emotions and negotiation process (00:37:10) Scaling a new business and selling a golden egg (00:44:05) Parenting, wealth, and financial priorities (00:46:06) Raising entrepreneurial children Links: DC Mexico tickets (https://dynamitecircle.com/event-collection/dcmexico-2024) Greenback Tax Service (https://www.greenbacktaxservices.com/?utm_agid=50399785149&device=c&placement=&utm_source=google-ads&utm_campaign=&utm_term=greenback%20tax&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=5600283327&hsa_cam=1037640375&hsa_grp=50399785149&hsa_ad=383750717455&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-350021491337&hsa_kw=greenback%20tax&hsa_mt=e&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gclid=CjwKCAiAvoqsBhB9EiwA9XTWGX3yjEL3T5cUl3IWqbREs2F6GPX-Q2ek3cnxzSZyxgq_zloZahFq0RoClgMQAvD_BwE) Cleer.tax (https://www.cleer.tax/) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Dana Lindahl, Anthony Fasano, Adam Palmeter, Carrie & Dave McKeegan. Additional episodes you might enjoy: #733 End-of-Year Brainstorming, Goal-Setting, and a Mexico Meltdown (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/end-of-year-brainstorming) #618 Exploring Alternative Education Options for Nomadic Families (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/carrie-mckeegan-alternative-education) #565 The Origins of the 1,000 Day Principle (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/david-mckeegan-1000-day)

    #734 Non-Obvious Ways to Grow Your Business + Favorite Moments of 2023

    #734 Non-Obvious Ways to Grow Your Business + Favorite Moments of 2023
    As 2023 comes to a close, Dan & Ian reflect on how their business did in 2023 and share some of their favorite moments from the year. They’ll also talk about what makes a compelling offer, the “non-obvious ways” to grow your business in 2024, and why you should dream bigger than the numbers when goal setting. But first, Dan shares the top business books and podcast episodes that inspired him this year just in time for your holiday travels. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show Notes: (00:00:50) Intro (00:01:57) Dan’s favorite business books in 2023 (00:08:37) The podcast episodes that inspired business decisions this year (00:13:15) Gift list for entrepreneurs (00:19:36) An undervalued business-improving idea that anyone can do (00:31:09) Why did our tweet go viral? Our search for speakers and facilitators is turning into quite the contest (00:40:22) Our new product and how you can copy it (00:44:31) 2023 business updates (00:47:41) Favorite moments from the year Links: - DC Mexico tickets (https://dynamitecircle.com/event-collection/dcmexico-2024) - DC Black Facilitator position (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1g3xhYYZ2TaqK0FnTkM8fCFQ7XfqLUeY-waKQAChlYso/edit) - DC conversation cards (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA/status/1737135545237520450?s=20) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber Additional episodes you might enjoy: End-of-Year Brainstorming, Goal-Setting, and a Mexico Meltdown (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/end-of-year-brainstorming) What is the Michael Jordan of Business Models? (https://open.spotify.com/episode/7hFJQOO1u8bLaGhgYoYcuh?si=c84515d1ce834f02&nd=1&dlsi=4311cf9394564648) Insights from DCBKK 2023: The UI vs API of a Location, How Bootstrappers Are Getting Wealthy, 2024 Business Strategy, and More (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/dcbkk-2023)

    #733 End-of-Year Brainstorming, Goal-Setting, and a Mexico Meltdown

    #733 End-of-Year Brainstorming, Goal-Setting, and a Mexico Meltdown
    Dan & Ian offer up some end-of-year thought experiments for founders, including how to re-visualize your business, capitalize on strategy, and ensure that you are in the right role in your business. Most founders assume they are the “executive” in the business, but more often than not, their daily behaviors are that of a director or manager. Understanding where you sit in your organization can make a huge difference in your ability to scale. Plus, explore the business diagnostic: what would a PE firm do with your business? A helpful exercise to get you thinking objectively about the decisions that need to be made in your business. Lastly, the guys relive the Mexico Meltdown, otherwise known as the DC Mexico launch. Tune in to hear what went down. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show Notes (00:00:52) Intro (00:01:22) We’re hiring mastermind facilitators (00:02:20) DC Mexico meltdown (00:08:10) What would a PE firm do with your business? (00:15:32) Using org charts to change your business (00:26:47) New trends and a business idea (00:30:13) 3-year goal setting for year-end Links: DC Mexico tickets (https://dynamitecircle.com/event-collection/dcmexico-2024) DC Black Facilitator position (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1g3xhYYZ2TaqK0FnTkM8fCFQ7XfqLUeY-waKQAChlYso/edit) Personal budget spreadsheet (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Li7LuETq2k8tfXSC9WrB-xTwtm_YOkxZOFBOT-bk8CM/edit#gid=1403848959) Lighted par 3 golf courses are the future (https://twitter.com/DoerflerJared/status/1734275376984052205?s=03) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Dana Lindahl, Anthony Fasano, Adam Palmeter Additional episodes you might enjoy: Can Org Charts Be Sexy? + NYC Drinking Stories (https://open.spotify.com/episode/4j1RqZGwG2YjJS98sTajDK?si=0a14af6b700c487b) What is the Michael Jordan of Business Models? (https://open.spotify.com/episode/7hFJQOO1u8bLaGhgYoYcuh?si=c84515d1ce834f02) Dissecting the American Dream & Business Lessons from the Elon Musk Bio (https://open.spotify.com/episode/5RXLdCW0pxKFdrjfWU32PT?si=8fb1984eba354acd)

    #732 Can Org Charts Be Sexy? + NYC Drinking Stories

    #732 Can Org Charts Be Sexy? + NYC Drinking Stories
    Dan & Ian unravel the complexities of job titles and organizational frustrations post-DC Black event, offering solutions through org chart brainstorming, a new business idea, and how much you should be investing into networking strategies based on your income. Plus, see what UI and API score they give NYC after spending the weekend there. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show Notes: (00:00:59) Intro (00:08:05) UI & API score for NYC (00:11:01) The danger of inaccurate titles for employees (00:18:55) How to use org charts as a brainstorming tool (00:25:47) New business idea: Be the money person (00:28:46) How much $$ to invest in your network (00:37:21) Meet us in Mexico in May Links: Get your tickets to DC MEXICO 2024 (http://dynamitecircle.com/news-and-blog/dc-mexico-2024) Jeremy Giffon on Invest Like the Best (https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Vdv5i250hF6EfzOTML9RE) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Dana Lindahl, Anthony Fasano, Adam Palmeter Additional episodes you might enjoy: Insights from DCBKK 2023: The UI vs API of a Location, How Bootstrappers Are Getting Wealthy, 2024 Business Strategy, and More (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/dcbkk-2023) The Freedom Line, 7+ Figure Founders, and Extended DCBKK Recap (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/dcbkk-recap-2023) What is the Michael Jordan of Business Models? (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/michael-jordan-business-model)

    #731 Special Edition Pod: Meet us in Mexico

    #731 Special Edition Pod: Meet us in Mexico
    In this special Tuesday edition of the pod, Dan & Ian make the hard sell for listeners to meet them in Mexico. If you’re into five-star resorts, good food, frosty drinks, and nerding out about your business, consider this your official invite. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show notes: (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:57) Meet us in Mexico Links: Get your tickets to DC MEXICO 2024 (https://dynamitecircle.com/news-and-blog/dc-mexico-2024) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber Additional episodes you might enjoy: Insights from DCBKK 2023: The UI vs API of a Location, How Bootstrappers Are Getting Wealthy, 2024 Business Strategy, and More (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/dcbkk-2023) The Freedom Line, 7+ Figure Founders, and Extended DCBKK Recap (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/dcbkk-recap-2023) What is the Michael Jordan of Business Models? (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/michael-jordan-business-model)

    #730 Cash Flowing Your Early Retirement (10K/mo+)

    #730 Cash Flowing Your Early Retirement (10K/mo+)
    This week, Dan continues delving into the world of coaching with a story about one company that provides highly paid professionals with a low-stress way to earn a living in the sunset phase of their careers. Dan also interviews Sarah Weaver, a real estate investor and entrepreneur, who has achieved an impressive monthly cash flow of over $10,000 from her real estate portfolio in under five years. Join us to glean insights from Sarah's journey, as she shares strategies for cash-flowing retirement through smart real estate investments. Sarah talks about how she bought 19 properties, the six metrics she evaluates before investing in a specific city, building a brand around her experience, and more. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show notes: (00:00:56) Intro (00:01:14) The DC Black event is happening now (00:01:44) A new Mexico event (00:02:30) Loom use cases for async companies (00:07:13) Ways to generate cash flow (00:10:15) The steps to 10K+ cash flow per month from rental properties (00:11:59) Cash flow investing vs appreciation investing (00:14:17) What metrics to look at before you invest in property (00:25:30) Don’t meet your heroes, get paid by them (00:28:43) House hacking from abroad (00:29:38) Building a brand around your personal experience (00:37:49) How to skip right past imposter syndrome (00:39:44) Mistakes people often make in real estate investing (00:41:53) The no-brainer bucket list experience you should go on Links: - Dcbkk recap (https://dynamitecircle.com/news-and-blog/dcbkk-2023-recap) - The Upwork Hustle w/ Sam Hill (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/sam-hill-upwork) - CEO Coaching International (https://ceocoachinginternational.com/) - www.sarahdweaver.com (http://www.sarahdweaver.com/) - 30 Day Stay. (https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/30-day-stay)Use SARAH for 10% off. Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber Additional episodes you might enjoy: What is the Michael Jordan of Business Models? (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/michael-jordan-business-model) Dissecting the American Dream & Business Lessons from the Elon Musk Bio (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/american-dream-lessons) Mailbag: Hang-ups, Power-ups, and Cheat Codes for Entrepreneurs (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/hang-ups-power-ups-cheat-codes)

    #729 What is the Michael Jordan of Business Models?

    #729 What is the Michael Jordan of Business Models?
    All we can say is that it’s extremely powerful and extremely profitable. Dan and Ian nerd out on what might be the GOAT business model of all time. They analyze some of the best examples of said business model, and talk about ways that you can rip, pivot, and jam these ideas for your own business. Plus, two books you should pick up that Dan simply couldn’t put down. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show notes (00:00:45) Intro (00:03:11) What do you think of our vacation policy? (00:05:01) The GOAT business model with extremely high margins (00:09:08) The businesses doing this amazingly well (00:32:11) Why now is the best time to implement this strategy (00:42:00) Two books you should read over the holiday Links: Our PTO policy (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wfydwLC8qF4aeyAKebLKUo7l_sV_eP8nikQNj3HHr3k/edit?usp=sharing) Traction (https://www.amazon.com/Traction-Gino-Wickman-audiobook/dp/B00A9Z973M/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=241617657767&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9028277&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=6782292471515285360&hvtargid=kwd-132659762660&hydadcr=22531_10353738&keywords=traction+eos&qid=1700623157&sr=8-1) Scaling Up (https://www.amazon.com/Scaling-Up-Verne-Harnish-audiobook/dp/B00PMCI89Q/ref=sr_1_1?crid=CQMFJKFKZE1A&keywords=scaling+up&qid=1700623168&s=audible&sprefix=scaling+up%2Caudible%2C100&sr=1-1) Rachel Rogers (https://helloseven.co/) IFS (https://ifs-institute.com/) Superintelligence by Nick Bostrom (https://www.amazon.com/Superintelligence-Nick-Bostrom-audiobook/dp/B00LPMFE9Y/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=241886445826&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9028277&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=15790631008120846026&hvtargid=kwd-310248068568&hydadcr=16434_10305513&keywords=superintelligence+by+nick+bostrom&qid=1700623231&sr=8-1) The Ride of a Lifetime - Robert Iger (https://www.amazon.com/The-Ride-of-Lifetime-Robert-Iger-audiobook/dp/B07QW2LHN4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=37HUZQKE4YSOZ&keywords=The+Ride+of+a+Lifetime+-+Robert+Iger&qid=1700623272&s=audible&sprefix=the+ride+of+a+lifetime+-+robert+iger%2Caudible%2C134&sr=1-1) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Dana Lindahl, Anthony Fasano, Adam Palmeter Additional episodes you might enjoy: Mailbag: Hang-ups, Power-ups, and Cheat Codes for Entrepreneurs (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/hang-ups-power-ups-cheat-codes) The Freedom Line, 7+ Figure Founders, and Extended DCBKK Recap (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/dcbkk-recap-2023) How to Build an AI Startup with Jodie Cook (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/build-ai-startup)

    #728 Mailbag: Hang-ups, Power-ups, and Cheat Codes for Entrepreneurs

    #728 Mailbag: Hang-ups, Power-ups, and Cheat Codes for Entrepreneurs
    Dan & Ian open up the metaphorical mailbag to answer some listener questions. They reveal cheat codes for bootstrappers and how to activate them, the top reasons people can’t scale to 7+ figures, and the difference between F U money and Freedom Line money. All that and more, including a big announcement regarding Ian’s car collection. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show notes: (00:01:08) Intro (00:02:42) The major ways people fail to scale their business beyond 6 figures (00:18:44) The Cheat code for entrepreneurs (00:30:22) What do you do with the F U money (00:39:09) How to get the most out of a business community (00:43:02) The community space has changed… sort of (00:46:48) What’s next for our community (00:48:27) Power ups for entrepreneurs (00:52:31) Dan’s definition of an entrepreneur (00:55:51) It always comes back to the entrepreneur-mobile Links: Before the Exit (- Before the Exit) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Dana Lindahl, Anthony Fasano, Adam Palmeter Additional episodes you might enjoy: 4 types of business coaches for 7+ figure founders and reflecting on our 15-year partnership (4 types of business coaches for 7+ figure founders and reflecting on our 15-year partnership) Dissecting the American Dream & Business Lessons from the Elon Musk Bio (Dissecting the American Dream & Business Lessons from the Elon Musk Bio) Brian Balfour’s $33M Growth Insights: Product-Market Fit, Durability, & Knowing Your Natural Limits (Brian Balfour’s $33M Growth Insights: Product-Market Fit, Durability, & Knowing Your Natural)

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

    #727 The Freedom Line, 7+ Figure Founders, and Extended DCBKK Recap
    This week Dan & Ian talk about a topic that came up countless times at this year’s DCBKK: Whether to exit or stay in your business. They’ll revisit frameworks from their book Before The Exit and discuss how to figure out what's best for your business. After that, Dan chats with DCBKK Master of Ceremonies Adam Palmeter about his experience at this year’s event compared to years past. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Links: Apply for DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) DCBKK Recap Video Sam Corcos on Tim Ferriss (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtrkDoQFArU) Adam Palmeter (https://adampalmeter.com/) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Dana Lindahl, Anthony Fasano, Adam Palmeter Additional episodes you might enjoy: Insights from DCBKK 2023: The UI vs API of a Location, How Bootstrappers Are Getting Wealthy, 2024 Business Strategy, and More (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/dcbkk-2023) 5 Things Founders Often Misunderstand about Exiting Their Business (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/5-things-to-know-when-exiting-your-business) Dissecting the American Dream & Business Lessons from the Elon Musk Bio (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/american-dream-lessons)

    Dr. Alan James Yu – The Guide to Creative Change

    Dr. Alan James Yu – The Guide to Creative Change

    Bio:
    Dr. Alan James Yu is an inspirational speaker, author, facilitator, retreat leader & coach on love, creativity, and leadership. He aims to help leaders from all walks of life build healthy and lasting organizational, community, and global change. For the last decade, Alan has worked in corporate, higher education, and non-profit sectors as a facilitator.

    He has lived in places as diverse as Singapore, the United States (Iowa City, Seattle, and San Diego)and currently resides in Bali, Indonesia. In 2022, Alan spent a month in Cambodia and began reflecting on his experiences living and working with Balinese communities in rural Bali. He put his thoughts into his first book, On Love, Leadership and the Collective Soul: A Guide to Making Creative Change.

    Links:
    Website: https://alanjamesyu.wixsite.com/alan-j-yu
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanjyu/
    Telegram: love_courage_passion
    Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/LoveExpands

    Quotes:
    "We express a lot of our spirituality through art."

    "It's through the power of love that people can they form relationships with each other and support each other's spiritual growth, and we act as mirrors for each other."

    Episode Highlights:
    Alan Yu was born in Iowa, and is a second-generation Chinese American. Growing up, Alan and his family traveled a lot, and that exposed Alan to new places, people, and cultures.

    When Alan took his doctorate program, he had no idea that Bali would become his home. His interest was to teach leadership.

    Childhood Incidences:
    When you grow up in a family that has some Asian history, learning Western classical music is a big deal. Growing up, Alan had to learn how to play the piano. It didn't come naturally for him, and he had to put in a lot of work. Even so, he credits his piano discipline with working towards a goal and achieving it.

    Although he was born in the US, he was walking into an American fast food in his hometown one day, and an older man pointed him towards a Chinese restaurant that was across the street. It dawned on him that no matter how well he adapted, there would always be something to remind him that he was a foreigner.

    Influential Groups:
    Alan has had opportunities to perfect leadership in universities and the social sector, which has shaped the leader he is today. During Alan's doctoral program, his mentor, Rose Martinez, taught leadership creatively using the arts. Alan found her teaching method resonated with him.

    Cultural Epiphanies:
    While in Harbin, China, Alan caught himself making casual remarks to a teacher, not recognizing that there was a hierarchy to respect. His Japanese friend explained why his familiarity with superiors was considered rude.

    From his ethnographic research in Bali, and help from a cultural guide, Alan made the decision to live and work in Bali. The Balinese culture informs Alan's personal values, meditation, and teaching practice.

    Soapbox Moment:
    Alan has a calendar of leadership training offered in Bali. He invites anyone interested in going developing creative thinking within their organization to get in touch with him for more information.

    Receive Alan's FREE guide on How to Spark Creativity and Innovation...Without Banging Your Head Against the Wall for Days...Even if No Fresh Thoughts Are Coming to Mind! Send an email with "Gervais" in the subject line with your name and email address in the body of your email.

    Tagline: How love, leadership and collective soul foster sustainable organizational change.

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

    #726 Insights from DCBKK 2023: The UI vs API of a Location, How Bootstrappers Are Getting Wealthy, 2024 Business Strategy, and More
    Dan & Ian are back in Austin and have fully recovered from what was the biggest event in DC history: DCBKK 2023. Over 400 entrepreneurs gathered in the world-class city of Bangkok to swap stories, participate in masterminds, and fuel each other to reach new business heights in 2024. In the episode, they covered many topics, including a framework for analyzing locations by their UI versus API, why Thailand's UI beats America, and what’s next for DC Black, a community for 7 & 8-figure founders. Dan & Ian also share their biggest conference takeaways, some of their business strategy for 2024, and three trends happening in the community and the industry at large. Stick around for some of their favorite stories from DCBKK 2023. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show notes: (00:01:42) Intro (00:02:32) The UI vs API of a location (00:15:06) DC Black re-opens (00:19:09) Conference woes and funny stories (00:24:14) Pulling the CEO card backfires (00:32:39) We have a branding problem (00:35:27) We had the horsepower to run an epic event (00:36:40) The space is more competitive than ever (00:39:35) Increased financialization in the bootstrapping space (00:43:58) It’s time for the 3,000 day principle (00:48:15) Favorite DCBKK stories Links: Apply for DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Does the American Dream Still Make Sense? (https://rameerez.com/does-the-american-dream-still-make-sense/) What’s Up With Austin? (https://perell.com/essay/whats-up-with-austin/) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber Additional episodes you might enjoy: 4 types of business coaches for 7+ figure founders and reflecting on our 15-year partnership (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/15-year-partnership) Dissecting the American Dream & Business Lessons from the Elon Musk Bio (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/american-dream-lessons) Brian Balfour’s $33M Growth Insights: Product-Market Fit, Durability, & Knowing Your Natural Limits (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/33mil-growth-insights)

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

    #725 How One Entrepreneur Built a 7-Figure Brand Around a Very Niche Audience
    This week, Dan is joined by a listener who wrote in with some compelling insights on community, camaraderie, and what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur. Anthony Fosano, founder of Engineering Management Institute, built a 7-figure brand with a coaching business and a YouTube and podcast network that has garnered over 3 million downloads. They cover many topics like how to leverage skills and resources from your full-time job to start your own business, how to build a business around a very niche audience, and why many entrepreneurs might find themselves coming “full circle” in search of community. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show notes (00:01:07) Intro (00:03:43) Start a business using your existing skills (00:08:18) Start the hustle before you quit your day job (00:11:51) Build for scale from the get-go (00:14:41) Playing the podcast long game (00:16:52) Make sure your brand represents the right audience (00:23:00) What playing sports says about us as entrepreneurs (00:33:02) What it takes to be successful Links: Engineering Management Institute (https://engineeringmanagementinstitute.org/) Engineer your own success (https://www.amazon.com/Engineer-Your-Own-Success-Extraordinary/dp/0578082284) The Good Life (https://www.amazon.com/Good-Life-Lessons-Scientific-Happiness/dp/198216669X) The Score Takes Care of Itself (https://www.amazon.com/Score-Takes-Care-Itself-Philosophy/dp/1591843472) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Anthony Fasano Additional episodes you might enjoy: Hyper Niche Business Ideas with Big End Game Potential (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/hyper-niche-business-ideas) Dissecting the American Dream & Business Lessons from the Elon Musk Bio (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/american-dream-lessons) Brian Balfour’s $33M Growth Insights: Product-Market Fit, Durability, & Knowing Your Natural Limits (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/33mil-growth-insights)

    #724 Hyper Niche Business Ideas with Big End Game Potential

    #724 Hyper Niche Business Ideas with Big End Game Potential
    This week Dan invites Dana Lindahl, founder of Legendary Podcasts, as a special guest on the pod. They’ll discuss how you can generate cash flow and demand for your product immediately using cold email and identify high-earning potential business ideas by seeking out hyper niches. They’ll also talk about the difficulties of running service businesses, plus the opportunities and the end games, including a strategy called the “Split and Sale.” Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show notes (00:01:09) Intro (00:03:22) How to get on a podcast (00:07:18) Stumbling into a business idea (00:11:05) What is the arbitrage window (00:21:55) Cold email as a profitable skillset (00:22:20) The new wave of cold email pitches (00:23:56) The best marketing channel for service businesses (00:26:27) How not to suck at email personalization (00:35:04) New business idea (00:44:59) The split and sell method (00:47:35) TMBA is on the blacklist Links: Legendary Podcasts (https://legendarypodcasts.com/) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber, Dana Lindahl Additional episodes you might enjoy: When Your Lifestyle Business Can No Longer Support You (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/lifestyle-business) The Problems Of Being Both An Arsonist And A Firefighter As A Business Owner (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/firefighter-as-a-business-owner) 4 types of business coaches for 7+ figure founders and reflecting on our 15-year partnership (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/15-year-partnership)

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

    #723 4 types of business coaches for 7+ figure founders and reflecting on our 15-year partnership
    Ian and Dan agree that partnerships can create polarized outcomes, either leading to a successful collaboration or a complete failure, depending on a few essential factors they’ve learned over the years. Find out whether they think business partnerships are a net positive or negative amongst the most successful businesses we've seen, and why every partnership would benefit from a business coach. Stick around for a free business idea ripe for the taking. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show notes: (00:00:43) Intro (00:02:09) Who speaks at DCBKK? (00:02:31) Why getting in the right room can be the best thing you ever do (00:06:36) The highs and lows of business partnerships and if it’s right for you (00:07:29) Pros and cons of 50/50 partnerships (00:07:41) Questions to ask yourself before you get a business partner (00:21:19) Dan’s experience with business coaches takes a positive turn (00:25:46) How business coaches can help your business partnership (00:26:08) Types of business coaches and their roles (00:30:56) Here’s a free business idea (00:31:47) Tell us how you did it on the TMBA podcast (00:32:17) Shout out to DCBKK sponsors Links: Mark Zhang (https://www.linkedin.com/in/markxzhang/) Einar Vollset (https://twitter.com/einarvollset) Lucy Simkins (https://twitter.com/LucyBellaEarl) Patt Flynn (https://twitter.com/PatFlynn) Internet Business Mastery (https://www.internetbusinessmastery.com/) - DCBKK (https://dynamitecircle.com/event-collection/dcbkk-2023) is happening next week - DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) reopens in November Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber Additional episodes you might enjoy: Business Partnerships and 6-Figure Launches: A Conversation with Mark Webster (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/business-partnerships-6-figure-launches) TMBA 693: 5 Things We’ve Learnt From Speaking With 50 Business Owners (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/5-things-from-50-business-owners) Brian Balfour’s $33M Growth Insights: Product-Market Fit, Durability, & Knowing Your Natural Limits (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/33mil-growth-insights)

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

    #722 Revisiting the History of Digital Nomadism, AI For Connecting Founders, and the Big Focus Problem
    This week, Dan & Ian talk about the early days of digital nomadism, what it says about the future, and how to spot new opportunities in life and business. They'll also explore new topics like compound startup theory, why focus can steer you in the wrong direction, and whether TikTok is the blue ocean Amazon was in 2014. Stay tuned to learn about the new AI feature, enabling founders to make connections more swiftly than ever. All this and more in today's fully booked episode, so buckle up and charge your earbuds. Dan & Ian’s Stuff: The Newsletter (https://tropicalmba.com/subscribe) “The DC” (https://dynamitecircle.com/join-dc/) DC Black (https://dynamitecircle.com/dc-black) Global events (https://dynamitecircle.com/events) Hire remote talent (https://remotefirstrecruiting.com/) Find a remote job (https://dynamitejobs.com/) Listen on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialTropicalMBA) Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tropicalmba/) @TropicalMBA (https://twitter.com/TropicalMBA) @AnythingIan (https://twitter.com/AnythingIan) Show Notes: (00:00:53) Intro (00:02:58) Childhood lessons that helped us succeed in business (00:08:35) The biggest DCBKK in history (00:10:55) Dan & Ian’s travel tips & never agains (00:13:22) The new AI feature that helps you connect with relevant founders instantly (00:16:04) Is TikTok what Amazon was in 2014? (00:20:39) The problem with limiting definitions and the theory of the compound startup (00:28:20) Reacting to Steph Smith’s take on the history of digital nomadism (00:30:20) A brief history of digital nomadism from our perspective (00:45:54) What does the future look like for digital nomadism? (00:48:40) Why understanding key trends ahead of their time can make for a highly successful business Links: The Secret (https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Rhonda-Byrne/dp/1847370292/ref=asc_df_1847370292/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=343187902048&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13419185491195641939&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9028277&hvtargid=pla-318206917580&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=66484626902&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=343187902048&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13419185491195641939&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9028277&hvtargid=pla-318206917580) Dave’s Vice segment about dumpster diving (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iR6XFDAfLuk) Dave’s business (https://www.buffalobottlecraft.com/) - Herb Kelleher on Founders (https://open.spotify.com/episode/1gItcgy8FHgOF46TiEjKBL?si=ea68855e8b9c49e0) The Elon Musk biography (https://www.amazon.com/Elon-Musk-Walter-Isaacson/dp/1982181281/ref=asc_df_1982181281/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=658715255517&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17403256148468025508&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9028277&hvtargid=pla-2273195873232&psc=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwgsqoBhBNEiwAwe5w0_Gqotj7nmjvYjFfde0GI_2jCNCQNu6co-Q2PCqA8iskrxbNemtf9BoCSvkQAvD_BwE) Steph’s episode (https://open.spotify.com/episode/1zB29YPDEA8GprPU5pRs7Y?si=47981881a9fd4a5a) TMBA History of Digital Nomadism (https://open.spotify.com/episode/5bF2L6M2rTgcZfXhQNyK6O?si=8a9yWNoBSTevLUIHXotYmA) James Clarke’s Full History (https://www.nomadicnotes.com/digital-nomad-history/) Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Tommy Griffith, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Travis Jamison, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Tynan, Lucy Bella Simkins, Brian Balfour, Nick Huber Additional episodes you might enjoy: The History of Digital Nomadism (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/digital-nomadism-history) Digital Nomad Cities for 2023 and Choosing Between ‘Scaling Up’ And ‘Traction’ (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/digital-nomad-cities-2023) Brian Balfour’s $33M Growth Insights: Product-Market Fit, Durability, & Knowing Your Natural Limits (https://tropicalmba.com/episodes/33mil-growth-insights)