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So there's this guy who made $150K selling cake to software companies.
@secondbest_2
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Why it worked
The video uses a relatable story of business failure and success, contrasting the creator's experience with a successful entrepreneur. It highlights a clever business strategy of targeting a niche market (software companies) with a seemingly simple product (cake) for employee perks, which resonates with founders looking for growth hacks.
Summary
The video contrasts the creator's failed attempt at selling software to cake companies with a successful cake business that sells to software companies. The key takeaway is targeting businesses with existing budgets for employee perks, a strategy similar to how Y Combinator companies sell to each other.
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in 2026, you either become an ai company or sell to ai companies 🎂 #startups #techstartup
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