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80 mins of advice to level up your life with lifehacks
29 juli 2024 · 1 uur 21 min
I’m joined by Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, discuss startup ideas, lifehacks and book recommendations Lees meer
Startup Idea: "Drip" - AI-powered content resurfacing
• Combats "read it later" syndrome
• Synthesizes bookmarks, saved content
• Delivers curated insights via SMS/email
• Personalizes based on interests & goalsStartup Idea: Entrepreneur Bookmark Newsletter
• Weekly newsletter
• Curated Bookmarks from famous entrepreneur
• Partner with famous entrepreneursLifehacks:
• Craft a personal mission statement
• Avoid angry people & curmudgeons
• Chasing generational wealth is overrated
• Show up to meetings with small, thoughtful gifts
• Use social media apps on desktop only
• Use analogies to make ideas stick
• Keep a learning list as your side hustleMust-Read Books for Entrepreneurs:
• The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferris
• Anything You Want by Derek Sivers
• Double Your Profits by Bob Fifer
• Rework by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier’s ReworkBonus Book Recs:
• Expert Secrets by Russell Brunson
• Traffic Secrets by Russell BrunsonWant more free ideas? I collect the best ideas from the pod and give them to you for free in a database. Most of them cost $0 to start (my fav)
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Silicon Valley founder shares 3 of her best 150+ ideas
24 juli 2024 · 34 min
Join us for an engaging conversation with Dani Grant, Co-Founder and CEO of Jam.Dev, as we explore a wide range of startup ideas and business opportunities Lees meer
1) K-pop style factories for unicorn startup hires
• Target: Specialized roles like first growth marketer or dev evangelist
• Idea: Train people specifically for these high-demand positions
• Monetization: Startups pay premium for ready-to-go talent
• Key insight: Flips coding bootcamp model on its head2) Bounty program for dev evangelism
• Pre-hire solution for startups
• Deliverables: Docs, tutorials, starter repos, videos
• Workers: Junior devs worldwide
• Edge over Fiverr: Higher quality bar, specialized reviews3) Let millennials invest in VC funds
• Create a shadow LP for public access to top VC funds
• Target: 25-year-olds wanting to invest $100 in A16Z’s fund
• Caveat: Likely won't work due to VC resistance
• Food for thought: What else do millennials want to invest in?4) "So Far Sounds" for X
• Inspired by SoFar Sounds' successful model
• Format: 3 short talks (comedy, science, etc.) in 60 mins
• Key: High-quality, curated experiences
• Insight: Events industry ripe for innovation5) Dani’s advice for startup founders
• Choose an idea you'll love for 10-20 years
• Ensure it's fascinating enough to discuss constantly
• Have a rough idea of the "idea maze" ahead
• Consider how the business type will shape your lifestyle
• Bonus insight: "Moats are dead. Brand is the only moat."Want more free ideas? I collect the best ideas from the pod and give them to you for free in a database. Most of them cost $0 to start (my fav)
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3 crypto startup ideas: dating app, luxury watch marketplace, tutoring platform
22 juli 2024 · 1 uur 1 min
Join us for an engaging conversation with Ben Rubin, Co-Founder and CEO of Here Not There Labs, as we explore a wide range of startup ideas and business opportunities Lees meer
1) Dating app with on-chain reputation:
• Track user behavior (response time, follow-through on dates)
• Use data to predict compatibility
• Reward good actors, discourage bad behavior2) Luxury watch marketplace:
• Use RFID & blockchain to verify authenticity
• Create NFTs tied to physical watches
• Enable trusted P2P transactions
• Build exclusive communities for watch enthusiasts3) Tutoring/coaching platform:
• Match students with teachers based on "fit" not just reputation
• Track engagement & retention to measure success
• Create efficient markets for educationWant more free ideas? I collect the best ideas from the pod and give them to you for free in a database. Most of them cost $0 to start (my fav)
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02:32 Crypto and Blockchain’s value proposition12:53 Startup Idea 1: Dating app with o…
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How to build a profitable Faceless YouTube Channel in 72 Hours
17 juli 2024 · 44 min
I’m joined by Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, to explore the growing trend of Faceless YouTube channels Lees meer
What are faceless YouTube channels?
• No visible creator
• Voiceover narration
• Can be high-quality content or "absolute dog shit"
• Huge opportunity for creators who don't want to be on cameraTools to get started
• ChatGPT/Claude for scripts
• Gummy Search for topic research
• DALL-E 2 for image generation
• Crayo for video creation
• Eleven Labs for AI voiceovers
• vidIQ/ViewStats for optimizationChoosing your niche is crucial
• Target specific lifestyles or communities
• Examples: anti-smartphone, keto diet, video game lore
• Focus on high-impact, underserved areas
• Build products/services for your audience laterExamples of successful faceless channels
• Lemmino (history & mysteries)
• Internet Historian
• The Infographics Show (14.3M subs!)
• Daily Dose of InternetWhy start a faceless YouTube channel?
•Build an audience without personal exposure
• Learn about AI tools and audience building
• Potential to quit your job if successful
• Create valuable, shareable contentWant more free ideas? I collect the best ideas from the pod and give them to you for free in a database. Most of them cost $0 to start (my fav)
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Niche Startup Ideas: Hedge Fund Data/Info Business, Expert Network, & AI-Generated Kids' Music
15 juli 2024 · 48 min
Join us for an engaging conversation with Jesse Pujji, Founder and CEO of Gateway X, as we explore a wide range of startup ideas and business opportunities Lees meer
1) Hedge Fund Information Business
• Sell insights to hedge funds for $100-200k/year
• Use reverse auction: only 20 clients get access
• Potential $10M+ EBITDA business2) Verticalized Expert Networks
• Focus on specific industries (e.g., marketing, IT, healthcare)
• Connect experts with businesses needing insights
• Target both Wall Street and industry professionals
• Differentiate through specialization
• Example: Marketing-centric expert network
• Potential $10M+ EBITDA business3) Demographic-Specific Supplements
• Create multivitamins for specific ethnic groups
• Target $100/month price point
• Potential 9-figure business with 100k subscribers4) AI-Generated Kids' Music on Spotify
• Use AI to create catchy, simple songs for kids
• Mimic successful artists like Parry Gripp
• Create multiple "ghost" Spotify channels
• Potential for passive income stream
• Potential $1M+ businessWant more free ideas? I collect the best ideas from the pod and give them to you for free in a database. Most of them cost $0 to start (my fav)
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I can't believe he gave away these $1M+/year startup ideas
10 juli 2024 · 56 min
Neer Sharma shared 6 startup ideas and the frameworks he would use to grow them: Lees meer
1) Baby Fund: a JustGiving for parents to raise money that can only be invested into their kid’s future
• Crowdsource money from family/friends at baby showers
• Invest only in index tracker funds
• Could help solve the "can't afford kids" problem for millennials.2) Anti-Spend: The app that gamifies saving money
• Track money you DON'T spend
• Show future value of savings
• Create dopamine hit from NOT buying
• Growth hack: Tap into FIRE and minimalism movements on TikTok3) Cold Turkey: Gamified app to help people quit vaping
• Real-time counter shows how long you've been "cold turkey"
• Mini-games to distract during cravings
• Social sharing for accountability
• Potential to expand to other addictions.4) Gold Stars: Gamification app for parents to motivate kids
• Think: "Starbucks app, but for kids"
• Parents set tasks, kids earn stars
• Unlock rewards at milestones (e.g. 100 stars = $10 Amazon item)5) Long Live Research Inc: Personalized longevity research summaries
• Input your health concerns/family history
• Receive summaries of relevant academic papers
• Target the "don't die" community (e.g. Bryan Johnson fans)
• Easiest to start, potentially most profitable.6) Ayurvedic Products for the West: Rebrand Indian health products
• Create algorithm-breaking packaging and content
• Leverage TikTok Shop and influencer marketing
• Key: Make it VISUALLY scroll-stopping for maximum algo impact!Want more free ideas? I collect the best ideas from the pod and give them to you for free in a database. Most of them cost $0 to start (my fav)
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8 startup ideas backed by data/trends to get you paid (steal these $1M+/year ideas)
8 juli 2024 · 1 uur 14 min
Cody Schneider the Manic Startup Idea Machine is back. He's full of 7 figure ideas: Lees meer
1) Blue Collar Startups (Window Cleaning, Power Washing, Lawn Mowing)
Low start up costs
Optimize Google My Business listing
Use AI to write keyword-rich descriptions
Scale into an agency, then buy portions of other companies
Potential for $1M-$5M/year business
2) Costco-style Membership Club
Target growing "Buy It For Life" subreddit (2.3M members)
Curate high-quality, long-lasting products
Offer subscription model (like Costco)
Potential for $5M-$20M/year business
3) Dumb Appliances Brand
Create simple, long-lasting appliances (no smart features)
Target people frustrated with over-complicated products
Focus on reliability and ease of use
Potential for $1M-$10M/year business
4) AI-Powered Print-on-Demand Mockup Generator
Use AI to create product mockups for print-on-demand
Target $6.8B market growing at 18% YoY
Potential for $1M-$10M/year business
5) AI Grant Finder and Writer
Tap into $2.5B grant management software market
Create all-in-one solution for finding and applying for grants
Automate grant writing proces
6) Programmatic SEO for E-commerce
Build massive websites with AI-generated content
Target businesses with large product catalogs
Create millions of landing pages for long-tail keywords
7) Curated Book Subscription Service
Use AI to recommend books based on influencers/experts
Target specific niches or industries
Include key insights from recommended books
Monetize through subscriptions and Amazon affiliates
8) Renewable Energy Land Acquisition
Leverage public data on best locations for wind/solar farms
Consider starting a fund to buy strategic locations
Take advantage of government subsidies and tax benefits
Potential for massive returns over 20-30 year period
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Local businesses to start with NO startup costs
3 juli 2024 · 1 uur
Join us for an insightful conversation with Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, as we dive deep into the mindset required for entrepreneurial success and we reveal two promising startup ideas. At the beginning of the episode, we discuss strategies to avoid burnout and my productivity system that maximizes efficiency. We explore the challenges of entrepreneurship and why it can be tough, sharing the benefits of being a multipreneur to address some these common stresses. Toward the end, we delve into how to leverage the growing trends of shopping local and the desire for a "third place" to build a couple of great businesses. We outline how to build these businesses and why they are ideal for first-time founders. Whether you're looking to start your first million-dollar business or are curious about entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup! Lees meer
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The most profitable SaaS ideas I’ve heard in a long time
1 juli 2024 · 49 min
Join us for an engaging conversation with Brett Goldstein, who is currently building a stealth startup. Previously, Brett was the Co-Founder and CEO of Launch House and served as a Senior Product Manager at Clearbit. In this episode, we explore a variety of startup ideas and business opportunities, including a conference event aggregator, vertical SaaS for matchmakers, data enrichment SaaS, and much more. Brett shares his framework for building a billion-dollar startup by disrupting legacy enterprise software companies. We break down how to transform spreadsheets into profitable startups and discuss the tactics and frameworks to build these businesses from idea to cash flow. Whether you're aiming to launch your first million-dollar business or are curious about cutting-edge entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup! Lees meer
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Supercharge your career with this one cheat code
26 juni 2024 · 37 min
Join us for an insightful conversation with Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, as we dive deep into the niche coaching category and explore why living in a big city could be a game-changer for your professional opportunities. In this episode, we discuss how transitioning people from careers they hate to ones they love can be a lucrative coaching business. We delve into why this is a promising opportunity, the strategies we’d use to grow such a business, and much more. Our discussion broadens to career growth and how geography can serve as a powerful growth hack. Whether you're aiming to start your first million-dollar business or are interested in entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup! Lees meer
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Peace of mind business ideas (and why they print cash)
24 juni 2024 · 43 min
Join us for an engaging conversation with Natalie Ellis, founder of Boss Babe, as we explore a wide range of startup ideas and business opportunities. In this episode, we discuss the huge potential of building an all-in-one health company focused on pregnant women, a social media insurance company, and an AI wealth advisor. Natalie shares her insights on how to build a successful business and why she believes it is still possible to stand out. We dissect how to grow these companies using various tactics, from audience building to cold calling, and provide frameworks behind those strategies so you can apply them to any business. Whether you're aiming to launch your first million-dollar business or are curious about cutting-edge entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup! Lees meer
Want more free ideas? I collect the best ideas from the pod and give them to you for free in a database. Most of them cost $0 to start (my fav)
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9 Startup ideas to make $1M+ in 2024
19 juni 2024 · 1 uur 23 min
Join us for an engaging conversation with Cody Schneider, Co-founder of Swell AI, as we explore a wide range of startup ideas and business opportunities. In this episode, we dive into the potential of LinkedIn short-form video agencies, SaaS startup opportunities, and why AI graphic designer can be huge. Cody shares his insights on why building an audience is crucial for any founder's success. Whether you're aiming to launch your first million-dollar business or are curious about cutting-edge entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup! Lees meer
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06:17 Startup Idea 1: LinkedIn Short Form Video Agency
16:34 Startup Idea 2: Automation Agency
22:52 Startup Idea 3: AI Graphic Designer
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4 profitable startup ideas you can launch tomorrow
17 juni 2024 · 25 min
Join us for a jam session where I break down several innovative startup ideas from the SIP community. I’ll share my insights on why these ideas are either promising or problematic, and reveal the frameworks and strategies I’d use to grow these businesses. In this episode, learn how to capitalize on the micro weddings trend to build multiple service-based businesses. I also discuss my framework for the future of AI-enabled service businesses and how you can leverage it to build a highly profitable enterprise. Additionally, we dive deep into an innovative approach to building a course business and how to position your SaaS business for success. Discover the evaluation techniques and growth strategies that can help you build your next successful startup. Whether you're aiming to launch your first million-dollar business or are interested in entrepreneurial tactics, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a thriving startup! Lees meer
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I can't believe he shared these $1M+/year startup ideas
12 juni 2024 · 42 min
Join us for an engaging conversation with serial entrepreneur John Rush as we explore a variety of startup ideas and opportunities centered around directories and Micro-SaaS. In this episode, we delve into the rising indie hacker trend, the power of micro-influencers, and the potential of directories. John shares his proven framework and strategy for validating directories and discusses why micro-influencers are the most underpriced advertising channel in 2024. Whether you're looking to start your first million-dollar business or are curious about entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup! Lees meer
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00:00 Intro01:44 First business: Micro-SaaS growth/marketing tools
05:37 Second business: Startup validation as a service
13:49 The influencer marketing landscape
23:49 Why directories are underrated
30:22 Third business: Localized directories
35:35 Framework for finding/validating directory ideas
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Startup ideas brainstorm (steal this $100k/month idea)
10 juni 2024 · 24 min
Join us for a jam session where I break down several startup ideas from the SIP community. I’ll share my insights on why these ideas are promising or problematic, and reveal the frameworks and strategies I’d use to grow these businesses. In this episode, we explore diverse opportunities, including affiliate websites, loyalty programs, DTC brands, and more. Discover the evaluation techniques and growth strategies that can help you build your next successful startup. Whether you're aiming to launch your first million-dollar business or are interested in entrepreneurial tactics, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a thriving startup! Lees meer
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0:00 Intro
01:25 First business: Newsletter focused on summarizing scientific journals
08:38 Second business: Loyalty program for gamers
11:48 Third business: Carnivore snacks DTC brand
15:29 Fourth business: Content website for plugs and adaptors
17:56 Fifth business: Newsletter focused on QSBS and 83b startups
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Nostalgia hacking: my favorite money-making hack of 2024
5 juni 2024 · 42 min
Join us for an engaging conversation with Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, as we explore a variety of startup ideas and opportunities centered around the powerful emotion of nostalgia. In this episode, we dive into the world of video games, collectibles, art, and more. Discover why nostalgia is such a potent tool for entrepreneurs and how you can leverage it to bootstrap successful businesses. We also discuss Palmer Luckey’s innovative company, Modretro, and why its product is a game-changer. Whether you're looking to start your first million-dollar business or are curious about entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup! Lees meer
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00:00 Intro
01:40 Visualizing Nostalgia
04:54 Palmer Luckey’s Modretro (Gameboy)
06:56 First business: LAN Parties
20:11 Framework for applying nostalgia
25:05 Second business: Millennial Retro Content Creator
32:33 Third business: High-end Nostalgic Art
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"The Most Famous Artist" gives away 4 of his best $1M+/year idea
3 juni 2024 · 52 min
Join us for an engaging conversation with Matty Mo, “The Most Famous Artist" and founder of Art City, as we explore a variety of startup ideas and opportunities centered around art and virality. In this episode, we dive into mural agencies, art rentals, influencer product partnerships, and even glamping sites. Matty shares his proven framework for creating businesses with inherent viral loops, a powerful method to reduce customer acquisition costs. We also discuss the power of memes, user-generated content, and how entrepreneurs can leverage art to build successful companies and lead more fulfilling lives. Whether you're looking to start your first million-dollar business or are curious about entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup! Lees meer
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00:00 Intro06:17 First business: Mural Agency
17:07 Second business: Art Rentals
26:54 Third business: Viral Art Kits
33:22 Fourth business: Glamping Site Property Management
42:01 The vision for Art City
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This solopreneur made $300M so we gave him an award for it
29 mei 2024 · 37 min
Join us for the inaugural Tiny Team Awards with Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, as we celebrate tiny teams who have built amazing businesses. In this episode, we explore how these small teams have created products with outsized impact. Learn the tactics and frameworks these teams used to build impactful and worthwhile products. Discover insights from various industries, including consumer goods, software, and media. This episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration for entrepreneurs and product builders. Don't miss out on these valuable lessons from successful small teams! Lees meer
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02:56 First Tiny Team Award: King Flipchart
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I can't believe he gave away these genius 7 profitable startup ideas
27 mei 2024 · 1 uur 16 min
Join us for an engaging conversation with Cody Schneider, Co-founder of Swell AI, as we explore a variety of business ideas and opportunities ideal for first-time entrepreneurs. In this episode, we cover everything from marketing agencies and SaaS startups to talent management agencies. Cody shares his proven framework for taking any business from 0 to 1, providing valuable insights for aspiring founders. Whether you're looking to start your first million-dollar business or just curious about entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup! Lees meer
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00:00 Intro02:53 First business: Local only marketing agency
20:27 Second business:Influencer marketing as a service
28:40 Third business: Google Ads agency for XYZ
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3 startup ideas using data/trends to get you paid featuring Dickie Bush & Nicolas Cole
22 mei 2024 · 42 min
Join us for an insightful discussion with Dickie Bush, Co-Founder of Premium Ghostwriting Academy, and Nicolas Cole, Co-Founder of Ship 30 for 30. We discuss how writing entrepreneurs can leverage Chat-GPT and Kindle Unlimited to build a profitable portfolio of books in underserved niches. We'll explore various career paths for writers and share innovative startup ideas to kickstart your success in the writing industry. Don't miss out on this episode packed with valuable tips and strategies for aspiring authors and entrepreneurs! Lees meer
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00:00 Intro
02:45 First business idea: LitRPG Series
06:47 Boring Marketing
13:44 Is GenZ Reading Books?
17:24 First business idea: LitRPG Series Part 2
21:18 Partnering with an Operator
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How to meet anyone you want
20 mei 2024 · 50 min
I’m joined by Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, to delve into my proven strategy for meeting anyone. We explore the frameworks and techniques I employ when sending cold DMs, offering you actionable advice on how to effectively use these methods to connect with anyone you wish. Lees meer
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00:00 Intro
02:00 Greg’s Framework for Meeting Anyone
07:17 How Jonathan Met NYT Bestselling Author, Jake Knapp
08:13 Boring Marketing
09:08 The Canvas Strategy
12:01 How Greg Met Weezer Frontman, Rivers Cuomo
15:16 The With or Without You Strategy
19:35 Part 2 of the Weezer Story
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5 game-changing startup ideas from a life hacking genius
15 mei 2024 · 1 uur 4 min
Join us for an in-depth conversation with Chris Hutchins, an expert life hacker, financial optimizer, and host of the award-winning podcast, All the Hacks. On this episode, Chris shares his proven strategies on how to launch a million-dollar business in just 48 hours. We also explore the emerging trends of affluent consumers and unveil five transformative startup ideas to inspire your next venture. Lees meer
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00:00 First business idea: Premium Tutoring App
14:36 Second business idea: AI-Powered Service Businesses
33:06 Chris’s framework for building a million dollar business
43:30 Chris’s framework for creating media/content
48:07 Third business idea: Content as a Service for Big Creators
54:35 Fourth business idea: Bringing enterprise products/services to consumers
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How this viral AI app is making $190,000/month
12 mei 2024 · 36 min
I’m joined by Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, a Digital Product Design agency, to give our insights into the strategies and tactics driving a viral AI-powered Dating Advice app to $190,000 in monthly revenue. We also explore the power of anti-trends and how to leverage them to build a startup. Don't miss out on this must-watch episode! Lees meer
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00:00 The $190K/month AI App
13:10 How to leverage Anti-Trends
21:02 Our takes on Chat-GPT wrappers
28:02 Our thoughts on the Eight Sleep Pod 4 Ultra#businessideas #startupideas #podcast
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A few $30k+/month startup ideas from the most manic/genius founder you've never heard of
10 mei 2024 · 1 uur 8 min
I’m joined by Cody Schneider, Co-founder of Swell AI, to jam on several business ideas and opportunities: a Cricut subscription service, Chrome extensions that can generate $30k/month, Uber trivia games, and so much more. Lees meer
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00:00 First business idea: Cricut Subscriptions & Materials
19:30 Second business idea: Paid Chrome extensions
24:40 Cody’s framework for building a profitable business
37:20 Third business idea: AI memo writing for startups
41:50 Fourth business idea: Niche Podcasts
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This $20M/year Founder shares his 3 top business ideas with me
8 mei 2024 · 44 min
I’m joined by Jason Yanowitz, Co-Founder of Blockworks, to discuss some of the most profitable business ideas on his mind: building an AI Chief Operating Office for companies, starting a business in the men's health industry, building a B2B niche media brand, and so much more. Lees meer
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00:00 First business idea: AI COO for companies
06:13 Second business idea: Men’s longevity business
21:00 Third business idea: B2B niche media brand
33:40 Opportunities and challenges in the crypto spaceTo scale your revenue faster with conversion-focused creative sign up to https://designscientist.com
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Jonathan Courtney Gave Away 3 Crazy Cash-Flowing Business Ideas
1 mei 2024 · 1 uur 3 min
I’m joined by Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, a Digital Product Design agency. We discuss various $1M-$10M business ideas, including an AI-powered brown noise device, a more sophisticated brand of male sex toys, an infoproduct to break phone addiction, and so much more. Lees meer
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00:00 First business idea: AI-powered sleep device
24:19 Second business idea: Sophisticated sex toys for men
28:38 Third business idea: Non-spiritual retreats
33:55 Fourth business idea: An infoproduct around digital addiction
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$100M+/year founder Jason Cohen reveals a brilliant startup idea built on top of Twitter
24 april 2024 · 46 min
I’m joined by Jason Cohen, a four-time entrepreneur and current Chief Innovation Officer of WP Engine, to discuss his three best startup ideas: a tool for optimizing social media replies, a simpler, lower price segment, and helping people make practical, simple strategies. Lees meer
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3 Easy to Start Big Startup Ideas with Jordan Mix
18 april 2024 · 33 min
I’m joined by Jordan Mix, Operating Partner at Late Checkout, to discuss some of the best business ideas on his mind: a productivity app that will kill Notion, the “upside down” desktop app, a brand-in-a-box service for internet-native companies, and so much more. Lees meer
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Brainstorming AI startup ideas with Kevin Rose
12 april 2024 · 1 uur 2 min
I’m joined by Kevin Rose, serial entrepreneur and technology investor. We discuss some of his best startup ideas: creating interactive podcasts with the help of AI, a nostalgic TV experience with old shows and commercials, using AI to talk to the dead, and so much more. Lees meer
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00:00 How to come up with million-dollar ideas
03:00 Products that were ahead of their time
12:20 First business idea: AI-powered podcast app
28:48 Second business idea: Normie TV
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He has 1M+ followers and $1M startup ideas for you
28 maart 2024 · 53 min
I’m joined by Brian Feroldi, a world-class creator and author in the financial space. We discuss the success stories of Jimmy Buffett and The Motley Fool, how to build a profitable business in the creator economy, the untapped potential of platforms like LinkedIn, and so much more. Lees meer
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00:00 Jimmy Buffett's success story
08:07 What you can learn from The Motley Fool's marketing strategy
26:11 First business idea: Back office services for creators
34:28 Best categories to monetize as a creator
40:41 Second business ideas: Newsletter acquisition
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I asked a $2B investment genius for his best startup ideas
25 maart 2024 · 56 min
I’m joined by Ali Hamed, Founder of the investment firm CoVenture. We discuss some of the best (and worst) investment opportunities for entrepreneurs in 2024, how to navigate debt collection as a digital entrepreneur, and Ali’s top tips for funding a startup. Lees meer
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Episode Timestamps
00:00 Are prefab homes the future?
12:13 Best strategies for efficient pricing
19:37 How to leverage policy changes
23:59 Challenges with income share agreements
29:56 How entrepreneurs can navigate debt collection
40:34 Win-win funding strategies for startups
47:02 Building an investing firm
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Brainstorming The Most Profitable AI Business Ideas
8 maart 2024 · 27 min
I’m joined by Eric Siu, Founder of the digital marketing agency Single Grain. We discuss million-dollar trends and opportunities entrepreneurs should have on their radar right now, including pay-per-performance agencies, AI customer service, AI transformation agencies, and so much more. Lees meer
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00:00 First business idea: Pay per performance agencies
05:05 Second business idea: AI customer service agencies
09:28 The potential of Smart Contracts
11:35 How to gamify daily life
15:50 Lifestyle trends to have on your radar
20:12 Existing products you can rebrand
23:39 Opportunities for agency owners
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He earns $500k/month filming Rolex trading
1 maart 2024 · 16 min
A special solo episode recorded from Mexico City, where I go through 3 million-dollar startup ideas I can’t stop thinking about: creators going into software, new ways to monetize underserved niches, Coffeezilla for startups, and so much more. Lees meer
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00:00 First business idea: Leveraging an audience to create software products
07:00 Second business idea: Tyler Mikorski (AKA vookum) makes $500k/ month from a paid community
14:15 Third business idea: Coffeezilla for tech
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I Met The Most Obsessed Man On The Internet
21 februari 2024 · 55 min
I'm joined by Zach Pogrob, entrepreneur and content creator with over 1.5M followers. We discuss how to build a loyal audience in 2024, the importance of associating your brand with a word, three business ideas you can steal, and so much more. Lees meer
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00:00 How to build an unforgettable brand
01:47 First business idea: Suffering as a service
03:05 What is the Run Cult?
15:24 Second business idea: Building agencies on the back of creators
22:09 Third business idea: A platform that helps creators get sponsors
25:28 Golden advice for creators and entrepreneurs
27:30 The importance of being authentic
31:37 Long-form vs short-form video
36:00 The future of online writers
38:19 Be strict with your message, flexible with the medium
39:52 The importance of associating your brand with a word
49:10 Zach’s biggest fears
55:10 Where to find ZachIf you enjoy the podcast, consider leaving a review to help others discover the show :)
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The Co-Founder Of A $75M+ Company Gave Me His BEST Business Ideas
14 februari 2024 · 53 min
I'm joined by Alex Lieberman, Co-founder & Executive Chairman of Morning Brew. We discuss some of the hottest trends and opportunities for entrepreneurs in 2024, how creators can successfully monetize their newsletter and the best ways to innovate an existing business. Lees meer
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Episode Timestamps
00:00 Why content curation is a superpower
01:00 First business idea: The new Sports Illustrated
08:21 How to monetize a newsletter
13:21 How to rejuvenate an existing business
19:09 Second business idea: A modern-day Weight Watchers
28:30 Trend to watch out for: In-person peer groups
35:14 Third business idea: Software recommendations for entrepreneurs
40:17 Fourth business idea: Content curation as a service
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The Science Behind VIRAL Products feat. Soren Iverson
7 februari 2024 · 56 min
I'm joined by Soren Iverson, Designer at Cash App and the indisputable idea machine of the internet. We talk about building products that spread like wildfire, how to test business ideas before launch, how to build a memorable brand, and more. Lees meer
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Episode Timestamps
0:00 How to build better products
01:42 Best ideas for hardware/physical products in 2024
16:31 How to test your product ideas
23:11 How to build an appealing brand
31:20 Digitizing the real estate experience
42:22 Best startup opportunities in the design space
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Brainstorming $1M Business Ideas with Tiago Forte
31 januari 2024 · 54 min
I'm joined by Tiago Forte, Founder at Forte Labs and bestselling author of ‘Building a Second Brain’ and The ‘PARA Method’. We talk about the necessity of building credibility online, the role of gatekeepers in information sharing, and why the B2B market could be a goldmine for online course creators. Lees meer
We cover the benefits (and drawbacks) of being an independent creator, how to leverage the media platforms of the world to your advantage, and why you need lead magnets.
00:00 Why Creators NEED to diversify.
08:09 Cool non-Internet business ideas.
11:41 Using a dumb phone - the ultimate productivity hack.
22:30 The future of tech in 2024.
25:15 Is Tiago Forte really creating a TV show?
34:37 Multi-million dollar opportunities in B2B markets.
38:00 Free B2B business ideas.
44:02 Why you should stop building businesses in competitive spaces.
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How To Find MILLION DOLLAR Business Ideas That WORK | Noah Kagan
25 januari 2024 · 54 min
I'm joined by Noah Kagan, CEO of AppSumo. We talk about how to build products people love, how he lost $1M for not listening to customers, how to find the best business ideas in 2024, and more. Lees meer
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Episode timestamps:
00:00 Why you should test your business ideas first
00:43 The importance of differentiating your brand
02:07 Best opportunities for entrepreneurs in 2024
06:41 Using content creators to grow your business
08:28 The impact of AI in the workplace
10:15 Platforms to streamline the hiring process
12:40 Why you don’t need to innovate everything
18:43 Tips for hiring A-players
22:55 How Noah lost $1M
27:08 How Greg built the largest real-time stock market
29:43 How to build million-dollar businesses in 2024
33:50 Dealing with rejection in business
37:55 How to decide if a project is worth pursuing
45:58 How to find the best business ideas
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How To Make $10 MILLION in 2024 | Dickie Bush & Nicolas Cole
18 januari 2024 · 57 min
I'm joined by Dickie Bush, Co-Founder of Premium Ghostwriting Academy and Nicolas Cole, Co-Founder of Ship 30 for 30. We talk about the best ways to make $10M in 2024 if you were starting from scratch: hyper-niche paid newsletters, AI-powered book publishing, and so much more. Lees meer
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$1M Startup Trends in 2024, With Michael Karnjanaprakorn
11 januari 2024 · 47 min
I'm joined by Michael Karnjanaprakorn, former CEO of Skillshare. We talk about the biggest startup trends that will shape 2024: IRL community spaces, AI educational agents, and more. Lees meer
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Erik Torenberg's Playbook: How to Bootstrap a Multi-Million Dollar Media Empire
5 januari 2024 · 59 min
I'm joined by Erik Torenberg, Co-Founder of Turpentine, a network of podcasts, newsletters, and more. We talk about why B2B creators are the next big thing, how to spot profitable niches and opportunities to monetize media businesses. Lees meer
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My Year In Review: Lessons To Make 2024 Your Best Year Yet
28 december 2023 · 36 min
In this special end-of-year episode, Greg looks back at his biggest wins, biggest losses, business epiphanies, productivity unlocks, and so much more. Lees meer
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
0:47 Big wins
07:11 Big losses
11:16 Business epiphanies
18:56 Productivity unlocks
22:11 Audience growth
28:20 Game-changing products
36:22 Net worth & investment breakdown
39:26 Business updates
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6 JUICY Startup Ideas For 2024, with legends Theo Tabah and Jordan Mix
21 december 2023 · 1 uur 6 min
Today I'm joined by Late Checkout’s Chief Operating Officer Theo Tabah and Operating Partner Jordan Mix. Lees meer
We talk about the importance of trust in business, our main takeaways from 2023, and six juicy startup ideas you can steal for 2024.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
01:28 Why trust is the key to business success
08:44 Productized partnerships
11:40 How Greg and Jordan met on X
17:40 Finding out what fuels you
21:51 Scalable consulting
25:31 Greg’s biggest regret of 2023
30:16 First business idea: Locket for creators
37:42 Second business idea: Apple Vision Pro bars
45:10 Third business idea: A multi-industry fitness product
49:47 Fourth business ideas: Neighborhood work clubs
58:02 Fifth business idea: Cup of sugar, an app to meet your neighbors
01:02:44 Sixth business idea: Right hand, assistance for solopreneurs
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THE BIGGEST STARTUP OPPORTUNITIES IN 2024 BY LEAN STARTUP GUY ERIC RIES
14 december 2023 · 50 min
Greg interviews Eric Ries, author of "The Lean Startup" and founder of The Long Term Stock Exchange. Lees meer
They talk about how to test business ideas, why businesses with a social mission will outperform, and opportunities in AI.
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ERIC RIES:
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Long-Term Stock Exchange (LTSE): https://ltse.com
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eries/
TIMESTAMPS:
00:34 Concept of AI companies being funded differently
02:06 Longevity of wrapper AI startups and platform wars
07:16 Benefits of creating viral startups
11:07 Idea of buying non-AI startups and adding AI capabilities
14:08 Approaches to quickly understand customer needs in a new space
21:41 Eric's point about companies doing the right thing and the importance of trust
36:23 First Business Idea: Religion startup - HQ trivia meets a church
37:08 Second Business Idea: Social network for gig workers
38:31 Third Business Idea: AI accountability bots
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Faceless YouTubers, Millions of Views
30 november 2023 · 36 min
Greg interviews Dru Riley, founder of Trends.vc, a newsletter and community for founders interested in new business ideas and markets. Lees meer
They talk about growing newsletter subscribers, opportunities for "faceless" YouTube channels built using AI, systemizing companies, and more.
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• Company site: https://trends.vc
• Personal site: https://druriley.com
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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drurly/TIMESTAMPS:
00:45 - Dru introduces Trends.vc
02:00 - Newsletter co-registration
04:45 - Newsletter metrics
07:15 - Jumping on new media formats
9:08 - "Faceless" YouTube channels
16:15 - Examples of faceless channels
17:50 - Non-obvious ad sponsorship opportunities
23:00 - Custom GPTs
28:17 - Productizing execution
33:20 - Picking ideas to pursue
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A Billion Views, but Where's the Profit?
23 november 2023 · 43 min
Greg interviews Dylan Jardon and Henry Belcaster, founders of Clipt.co, an explainer video and animation studio. Lees meer
They talk about starting a "hot girl agency," the challenges of monetizing YouTube content, and wanting fame versus staying anonymous, and more.
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Their newsletter: http://smartnonsense.comTimestamps:
1:15 - Hot girl idea
8:00 - Building audience
12:00 - Fame vs anonymity
16:45 - Getting recognized
19:50 - Long-term vision
24:00 - Greg's advice: focus
28:15 - Juggling ideas
31:00 - Clipt fees & costs
35:00 - Timeless inspiration
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Do This to Be Interesting Online
16 november 2023 · 44 min
Greg interviews Nathan Barry, founder of ConvertKit, which makes email, automation, and monetization tools for creators. Lees meer
They talk about how to be interesting online, and different ways to monetize online content.
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http://nathanbarry.comSHOW NOTES:
00:45 How to be interesting online02:30 Combining education and entertainment
04:00 Storytelling for mundane stories
06:00 Improving comedy/storytelling skills
15:00 Video content spreads well
17:15 Studying comedy
19:30 Blending journeys and storytelling
21:45 Hiring out comedians
24:15 Learning monetization skills
27:00 Considering scalable business models
29:15 Running companies long-term
31:15 Building "skyscraper" products
34:00 Blending agencies and software
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Pomp's Newsletter Business Building Strategies
9 november 2023 · 37 min
I'm joined by investor and entrepreneur Anthony "Pomp" Pompliano. Pomp hosts The Pomp Podcast, with over 50 million downloads, and writes a daily letter read by 250,000+ investors. Lees meer
We talk about Pomp's approach to building resilient media properties, thinking long-term, and his best book recommendations for internet business success.
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https://latecheckout.substack.com
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TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gregisenbergaBOOKS POMP MENTIONED
Unreasonable hospitality by John O'Leary
The Successor by Lachlan Murdoch
The 50th Law by Robert Greene and 50 Cent
Zero to One by Peter Thiel
Suleiman Ollian by Anonymous
How to Get Rich by Felix Dennis
Losing My Virginity by Richard Branson
The Rise and Fall of American Growth by Robert J. Gordon
Hidden Genius by Polina Marinova
The Outsiders by Will Thorndike
Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson
Urgency by John P. Kotter
The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
Good Profit by Charles Koch
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Pomp on Twitter: https://twitter.com/APompliano
Pomp on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/anthonypompliano
Pomp's newsletter: https://pomp.substack.comSHOW NOTES
0:15 - Anthony's provocative dinners for hidden beliefs
01:45 - Climate change evidence not as compelling
02:30 - Scarcity of unique perspectives in newsletters
03:00 - Click rates over open rates for engagement
03:45 - Media as repetitive software
04:15 - Bay Area Times' visual newsletters
05:15 - Unique Bitcoin perspective in Truth for the Commoner
06:00 - Bay Area Times' rapid growth
07:00 - Open rates for brand awareness, click rates for direct response
08:15 - Agora's focus on ecommerce conversions
10:15 - Monetiz…
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Yung Pueblo’s Self-Love Empire
5 oktober 2023 · 42 min
Today Greg is joined by New York Times Best-Selling Author, and Instagram Celebrity Yung Pueblo, whose real name is Diego Perez. In this episode, Greg and Diego talk about building an audience through meaningful writing, turning it into books, and using that influence to build companies that expand the vision expressed in writing that got it all started. Lees meer
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Diego Perez / Yung Pueblo:
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http://instagram.com/yung_puebloSHOW NOTES
02:45 - What compassionate venture means.
06:01 - How he thinks of each of his businesses - books, social media and venture capital
09:19 - How he thinks about building on other social platforms versus email?
12:45 - Comparing his business's structure to other writers' structures.
16:00 - Social media entrepreneurs he looks up to.
18:47 - Should I write a book?
21:54 - A comparison of getting published and self-publishing.
25:04 - The importance of the pen name Young Pueblo.
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How Jay Clouse Built a $500,000 ARR Community (in Less than 2 Years)
21 september 2023 · 48 min
Today Greg is joined by Jay Clouse of Creator Science. In this episode, Greg and Jay talk about the upsides of cohort-based courses and what strategies Jay uses to achieve his 95% retention rate. Lees meer
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Jay Clouse
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https://creatorscience.com/SHOW NOTES
0:00 - Intro
5:40 - How Jay studies top creators
12:10 - Courses vs. Membership Community
19:30 - How Jay attracts audiences
24:20 - The secret dividends of viral posts
30:40 - Being a distributor vs. being an artist
43:30 - Why retention is the golden metric