Your First Million
By Arlan Hamilton
Your First MillionJun 08, 2020
Centering Women of Color - Arlan & Bridgidâs new podcast!
Arlan Hamilton is the founder and managing partner of Backstage Capital, a boutique venture fund that invests in underestimated founders (women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+). To join 2,000+ attendees of her Your First Million LIVE event, visit arlansfirstmillion.com/YFML Leave a comment and let us know what we should name our podcast? :)
"Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you.
Itâs book launch day! Your First Million is officially out!
If youâre feeling stuck or donât know where to start
Iâm going on a book tour! Get the dates hereâŚ
Career advancement in the age of AI w/Valerie Capers Workman
Is Sam Altman really out at ChatGPTâs OpenAI? âProlly not,â says Arlan Hamilton
Your journey to financial freedom w/Jamila Souffrant
This week, I had a chance to interview Jamila Souffrant (again!), and what she has to say will make a huge difference in many lives.
This week in review - itâs a doozy
Moving accounting off of your plate w/RevelCPA
(Note: I receive credits for services as a customer with any leads that become customers.)
"Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you.
My thoughts on Israel, Gaza, and Hamas
5 Steps to Making Your First Million in 24 Months!
How to sell your online company!
Oprah + A serendipitous moment in NYC:)
Huge announcement about YFM LIVE!
Attracting Your Dream Customers
Zapier: From $1M to $140M ARR
https://zapier.com/blog/all-articles/...
First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you.
Follow Arlan
www.instagram.com/arlanwashere
A tiny man sues Fearless Fund
âYour First Millionâ LIVE in LA, April 9-12, 2024!
Win tickets to BeyoncĂŠâs tour!
Advice from Arlan to GaryVeeâs Veefriends apprentice pass holders
This week, I spent an hour with 3 of #garyvee's #veefriends mentees (who are all kicking major butt, btw). The advice I gave them could help a lot of entrpereneurs and career professionals, so with everyone's permission, I am replaying this behind the scenes conversation here.
#garyvaynerchuk #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #nonprofit #advice #venturecapital #bootstrap #arlanhamilton #founders
Do this for 90 days and see how your world changes
Sam Altman on Elon, Zuck, and robots ruling the world
This interview was recorded on July 7, 2023, and there are no edits.
Sam Altman is the CEO of OpenAi, the company that runs ChatGPT, and formerly ran Y Combinator, the tech accelerator responsible for the early success of Airbnb, Dropbox, Stripe and dozens more unicorns. #openai #chatgpt #samaltman #ycombinator #threads #twitter #markzuckerberg #elonmusk #diversityintech #ai #arlanhamilton
Sam and Arlan have known each other for nearly 10 years.
Hear what itâs like to take my challenge!
I can tell you all about it, but it's best coming from those who are IN the challenge right now.
Some of us met up for a bonus group coaching session yesterday, and I captured some of the highlights here (you can see the full video replay inside the free challenge). Visit the link in my Instagram bio (@ARLANWASHERE) page to join!
They also refer to the All-Access membership and new course, "Unleashing AI: How to Make an Extra $100k/yr Using ChatGPT", both available at ARLANSACADEMY.com
- Arlan
My new book! âYour First Millionâ!
Should you raise capital for marketing?
What I learned about successful people and Saturday nights
Jodie Comerâs Broadway understudy, Dani Arlington
Why I want you to make your first $ million
âUnleashing AIâ w/Monique Hinton: A Deep Dive into ChatGPT
đď¸ In this enlightening conversation, we explore the ever-evolving world of AI, with a special focus on OpenAI's ChatGPT. What is ChatGPT, you ask? Itâs a groundbreaking language model that has captivated minds across the globe. From composing emails and answering queries to creating stories and poetry, ChatGPT is reshaping the way we think about technology. đ§
đĽ What to Expect:
Monique's journey into the world of AI and how sheâs using her platform to educate and inspire đ
An exploration of ChatGPT, its capabilities, and its real-world applications đ§
The ethical considerations and implications of AI systems like ChatGPT âď¸
A look into the future: Whatâs next for AI and language models? đ¸
đ Monique's YouTube Channel:
/ @officialjourneyw...
đMonique's e-book:
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#AI #ChatGPT #MoniqueHinton #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #TechTalk #Interview #FutureTech"Your
First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you.
Follow Arlan
www.instagram.com/arlanwashere
BACKSTAGE CAPITAL
backstagecapital.com
HIRE RUNNER
www.hirerunner.co/
Brand new dates in your city!
Huge announcement re: "The Valley" podcast!
Learn what's happening with my very first scripted podcast series, The Valley, and how YOU fit in!
How to Sell to Corporations and Big Brands w/Community.com's CEO, Diankha Linear
Community.com's CEO, Diankha Linear is a mastermind when it comes to running a large startup. Listen in as she gives invaluable advice for any founders looking to scale their company to thousands of customers and millions in revenue. Join Arlan's "Write Your Own Headlines" challenge: http://www.writeyourownheadlines.com "Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you.
98. How she generated $20M as a woman of color
Danielle Leslie has earned $20M and has taught thousands of others to live the life they've always wanted.Join Arlan's "Write Your Own Headlines" challenge! http://www.writeyourownheadlines.com"Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you.
Ep. 97 Nike Air Jordan Shoe Designer Reveals Secrets of Success
Jason Mayden is a designer, educator, and entrepreneur dedicated to the advancement of diverse creative youth. Hear what he thinks of Michael Jordan, Nike, the "Air" movie, and find out how many shoes he owns. (It's more than you think.) Join Arlan's 30-Day Challenge: http://www.writeyourownheadlines.com "Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you. Follow Arlan INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/arlanwashere TWITTER https://twitter.com/arlanwashere BACKSTAGE CAPITAL https://backstagecapital.com HIRE RUNNER https://www.hirerunner.co/
Ep. 96 The Truth About Alcohol
Annie Grace is the author of "This Naked Mind," a book that Arlan credits with saving her life. In this interview, she shares the myths we've been taught about alcohol, why it's not your fault if you're addicted to alcohol, and how quitting changed her life.
95. Women's soccer is BIG business w/Angel City FC's GM
From Angel City's website: "General Manager Angela Hucles Mangano is a retired USWNT player, two-time Olympic gold medalist, and Angel City founding investor. In her critical role as GM, Hucles Mangano oversees the sporting vision of the club, coaching and the first team, player care, medical and performance, sports science, soccer operations, and all wellness programs and resources.
A longstanding member of the US Womenâs National Team, Hucles Mangano's international career included 109 caps and two Olympic gold medals. In 2009, Hucles was named the U.S. Soccer Foundation Humanitarian of the Year."
94. How to make money in med-tech sales w/Montee Kelly
Montee Kelly is a seasoned med-tech salesperson (specializing in the spine) and angel investor with an intriguing history in basketball. With thousands of hours of experience in the operating room AND on the court, he's worked with world-renowned surgeons AND your favorite NBA all-stars, like Kobe and Jordan. Â More Montee https://www.monteekelly.com
Breaking: Samir Kaji on viral SVB tweets, and what will happen next
Samir Kaji's SVB (Silicon Valley Bank) and FRB (First Republic Bank) tweets are regarded by most experts and insiders as the most informed and balanced of the past 4 days. They've provided clarity and calm in a time of chaos.  His original viral tweet thread is here: https://twitter.com/Samirkaji/status/1634324800901623808?s=20
SVB (Silicon Valley Bank) situation explained w/Softbank Head of Growth Investments, Gosia Karas
Gosia Karas is a banking risk management expert. She is also the Investment Director and Head of Growth Stage Investments at SB (Softbank) Opportunity Fund. We had this conversation at around 3pm PT today (Sunday, March 12). This is a quickly evolving situation, so please look at the latest news for updates. Follow Gosia at https://twitter.com/Gosia_Karas_ Update: moments after this video was published, the Federal Reserve released this positive news: https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/monetary20230312a.htm This is NOT accounting, legal, or financial advice.
93. Michael Fishman on Betrayal, Forgiveness, and the Next 40 Years of His Hollywood Career
Michael Fishman played the beloved character, "DJ", on Roseanne and The Connors. In this episode, he reveals how he has experienced betrayal (including from his own family), and how learning to forgive has helped him heal and thrive in Hollywood. Â
Watch the video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_x_eHYxxY0
TimelineÂ
0:00 introÂ
0:37 how Michael knows ArlanÂ
1:18 getting recognizedÂ
1:56 "nicest person in Hollywood"Â
5:03 directing "The Connors"Â
5:59 Being on "Roseanne"Â
8:30 Michael surprises ArlanÂ
9:55 Roseanne controversyÂ
17:53 Is Michael rich?Â
21:11 working behind the scenesÂ
23:25 advice to show biz parentsÂ
27:15 homeless at 15Â
33:33 his son passed awayÂ
38:14 an emotional momentÂ
40:48 on racismÂ
44:53 a big takeawayÂ
48:28 Michael's social mediaÂ
48:50 General Hospital
92. Yvette Nicole Brown on Janet Jackson, her fatherâs health, and her faith in God
91. How she made $15M in online sales last year! W/Amy Porterfield
90. Hollywood's $10B Blind Spot w/Franklin Leonard
Franklin Leonard is a film executive best known for founding The Black List, a publication featuring Hollywood's most popular unproduced screenplays.Â
View the video of this interview at: https://youtu.be/_Ra95Ju1B1w !
89. Anjali Bhimani - Actors don't have to be "starving artists"
Anjali Bhimani is an American actress, she is known for voicing Symmetra in the video game Overwatch and Rampart in the video game Apex Legends, as well as for playing Aunt Ruby in Ms. Marvel. With over 100 acting and voiceover credits to her name, she's one of the most prolific actors of our time.Â
See the video at https://youtu.be/jDowSFfdaCk!
88. The NFLâs Bobby Wagner: I Didnât Want to End Up Broke and Divorced
Introducing: The 'Your First Million' VIDEO series! Debuts Feb 1! youtube.com/@ARLANsyourfirstmillion
Introducing: The 'Your First Million' VIDEO series! Debuts Feb 1!Â
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After reaching 1 million downloads of the Your First Million audio podcast, I decided to launch a brand new video version (that will always accompanied by the audio version the same day). I cannot wait for you to see and hear these amazing interviews. Subscribe today!
Listen to this to feel less alone during the holidays
I record something like this each year around this time for those of us who want to feel a bit more connected. It's ok to feel lonely even when you're not alone.Â
My thoughts on Elon, Paul Graham, and Twitter
Since 280 characters are indeed not enough...