#168 - How to Copy Businesses Successfully, The Indonesian King …
About This Episode
Shaan and Sam explore 'drop servicing' through businesses like Turned Yellow and analyze how entrepreneurs like Sully use licensing deals with major IP like Family Guy to scale. The hosts also dive into the history of Adidas and Puma, discussing the importance of reverse-engineering successful business trajectories using internet archaeology.
Episode Description
Key Takeaways
Use tools like the Wayback Machine and TechCrunch to map the historical progression of successful companies, noting when they shifted positioning or hit key growth milestones.
Implement the 'drop servicing' model by marketing a high-value niche service (like custom illustrations) while outsourcing the fulfillment to specialized artists.
Periodically ask 'What would a private equity firm do?' or 'What would a moonshot-focused CEO do?' with your current business to identify efficiency gains or massive expansion opportunities.
Business Ideas Mentioned
Competitive Intelligence Spy Service
SaaS
Low-Maintenance AI Robotic Pets
E-commerce