Your First Million

A podcast by Arlan Hamilton that goes behind-the-scenes and teaches you how to make your first million dollars, get your first million downloads, or find your first million customers. Arlan is the Founder and Managing Partner of Backstage Capital, has raised more than $10M, and has invested in over 100 companies led by people of color, women, and/or LGBTQ.

Could Jennifer Carroll Foy be the U.S.’s first Black woman governor?

Jennifer Carroll Foy is a representative of Virginia's 2nd House of Delegates district. This year, she announced her run for governor of Virginia in 2021.

07-17
25:28

75. Spora - $4M raised to match Black patients w/Black doctors

Dan Miller is the CEO of Spora Health, a a primary care network for people of color (and Backstage Capital “headliner”). Spora Health, which recently closed a $1.2 million seed round, is a primary care provider for Black people and people of color. “Spora Health patients get access to its care delivery platform and care team that consists of doctors, nurse practitioners, nutritionists and more. Its machine learning-driven technology also can predict risk profiles for patients and look for chronic conditions like pre-diabetes, hypertension, emphysema and more.” - Techcrunch

06-15
21:09

Live Backstage virtual meetup, Sept 15

It’s our 5-year anniversary and we want to share it with you! Super casual hang. Visit itaboutdamntime.com to register!

09-11
04:22

You’re ok.

With so much going on in the world and at home right now, I wanted to offer a bit of comfort and direction.

08-16
13:55

Your First $100,000

Will this be you?

08-14
16:40

Centering Women of Color - Arlan & Bridgid’s new podcast!

Help us think of a name:) Reach out on LinkedIn or Instagram — Bridgid Coulter Cheadle is a serial entrepreneur and philanthropist who developed Blackbird House. To schedule a tour, visit https://www.blackbird.house Arlan Hamilton is the founder and managing partner of Backstage Capital, a boutique venture fund that invests in underestimated founders (women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+). To join 2,000+ attendees of her Your First Million LIVE event, visit https://arlansfirstmillion.com/YFML Leave a comment and let us know what we should name our podcast? :) "Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you.

03-21
01:04:11

It’s book launch day! Your First Million is officially out!

Your First Million: Why You Don’t Have to Be Born Into a Legacy of Wealth to Leave One Behind, is out now! Available in hardcover, audio, and kindle💜

01-02
06:55

My first million! + new themesong!

It’s an episode full of !! where Arlan breaks down the historic 8-hour $1M Reg CF raise from Feb 1 and tells you how *she* made her first million in personal capital.

02-11
30:52

If you’re feeling stuck or don’t know where to start

My annual episode to YOU. You know who you are.

12-25
52:10

I’m going on a book tour! Get the dates here…

HTTPS://yourfirstmillion.live

12-19
05:39

Career advancement in the age of AI w/Valerie Capers Workman

Pre-order Arlan's new book, Your First Million, at https://www.amazon.com/Your-First-Million-Business_and-Generational/dp/0316507962 Order Valerie's book at https://www.amazon.com/Quantum-Progression-Science-Advancement-I/dp/B0CK3L5NNC/ref=sr_1_4?crid=HEDXX0KDUWGO&keywords=valerie+book+quantum&qid=1702417672&s=books&sprefix=valerie+book+quantam%2Cstripbooks%2C137&sr=1-4 "Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you. #elonmusk #elon #openai #samaltman #chatgpt #ai #jobsearch #aijobs #blackintech #tesla

12-17
35:25

Is Sam Altman really out at ChatGPT’s OpenAI? “Prolly not,” says Arlan Hamilton

Sam Altman was ousted at OpenAi (the parent company of ChatGPT) on Friday in a shocking twist. But over the weekend, things have been developing fast and there may be another surprise on the horizon.

11-20
37:28

Your journey to financial freedom w/Jamila Souffrant

Want to get out of debt, save a nest egg, and have enough to reinvest into your quality of life? This week, I had a chance to interview Jamila Souffrant (again!), and what she has to say will make a huge difference in many lives.

11-17
26:38

This week in review - it’s a doozy

@ARLANWASHERE to share your thoughts + YourFirstMillion.live for tickets to my April 9-12, 2024 event

10-28
48:49

Moving accounting off of your plate w/RevelCPA

Learn more about RevelCPA at https://revelcpa.com/arlan/ (Note: I receive credits for services as a customer with any leads that become customers.) "Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you.

10-24
18:38

5 Steps to Making Your First Million in 24 Months!

I break down how I would start from scratch to make a $million in 24 months. Don’t forget to pre-order my new book, Your First Million (Jan 2, 2024), and grab your 3-year pass to Your First Million LIVE in LA at https://YourFirstMillion.live

09-23
42:13

How to sell your online company!

Acquire.com has helped 1,000+ founders sell their online companies since 2021. I spoke with their founder, Andrew, to learn how anyone can sell their great company and why you don’t need venture capital to have a life-changing liquidity event.

09-16
25:17

Oprah + A serendipitous moment in NYC:)

Welcome to what happens to me on a daily basis (when I leave the house). Love these moments and never take them for granted.

09-09
03:45

Huge announcement about YFM LIVE!

YourFirstMillion.live has launched! And you don’t want to miss this announcement.

08-31
17:59

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