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04 Nov 2026
31m

The 2 businesses AI can never make obsolete

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My First Million

Building businesses that thrive alongside AI requires focusing on community-based models rather than technology-driven ones. Peer groups like NADA 20, which facilitate P&L sharing among non-competing business owners, demonstrate the enduring value of human-centric networks. Similarly, aggregating "whales"—the top 1% of users who drive the vast majority of revenue—remains a powerful strategy in both collector markets and mobile gaming. Mechanics like mystery boxes and buyback options effectively leverage this high-value segment by gamifying the consumer experience. While technology moats are eroding, deep-rooted communities and specialized marketplaces provide sustainable competitive advantages. These models, often overlooked due to poor marketing or unglamorous aesthetics, offer significant long-term profit potential by solving specific, high-stakes problems for niche professional groups.

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