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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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wouldn't you rather reach the hundred people that're going to buy versus 100,000 people
audienceintentstrategy

What It Means

High-intent small audiences are more valuable than large disengaged audiences

Why It Matters

Challenges conventional wisdom about scale and reach in media

When It's True

When selling high-value products or services requiring real purchase intent

When It's Risky

For brand awareness or low-consideration purchases where reach matters

How to Apply

1

Focus content on engaged, high-intent audiences

2

Price out low-value subscribers

3

Build products for specific audience needs

Example Scenario

Target 45K engaged Flying Magazine subscribers rather than 108K including many who never buy aviation products