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My First Million

My First Million

The best business ideas come from noticing what's working and doing it better, faster, or for a different audience.

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What It Means

Having only one potential buyer eliminates your negotiating leverage entirely

Why It Matters

Without alternatives, you have no leverage to negotiate better terms or walk away from bad deals

When It's True

In any negotiation where the other party knows you have no alternatives

When It's Risky

When shopping around too aggressively damages relationships or creates negative perception

How to Apply

1

Always cultivate multiple potential buyers simultaneously

2

Don't reveal you only have one option

3

Build alternatives even when you prefer one buyer

Example Scenario

A mobile gaming studio receives acquisition interest from one publisher but continues building relationships with 3 others, ultimately using competing interest to improve the terms with their preferred partner.