Greetings, dear readers! Can you believe it? We've hit the century mark, as this week marks the 100th edition of my newsletter! It's been a wild two-year ride filled with deep dives, roundups, checklists and an unhealthy/crazy dose of optimism. Through rain, sun, heat, pandemic and deadlines, I've managed to produce over 100 publications—all while balancing work, travel, life, and family. Some days, I even wished I were smoking a cigar instead (not that I'm endorsing smoking). But, as they say persistence and consistency are the keys to success. If we can get one lesson from this that should be it.

Now, before we celebrate, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of you who have supported me on this journey. I sometimes wonder why you keep coming back for more, but I'm grateful for your love of my thoughts and ideas. Creating engaging content every week takes a lot of work and I couldn't have done it without your support. It's been a journey of learning to be fast, productive, consistent, and transforming my chaotic thoughts into structured and readable text (well, most days). So, cheers to 100 issues, and let's keep changing our outcomes together!

• Saying “rodent/kill-switch” in a newsletter sends it to spam. Why? No idea.

• People continue to tell me that they want more technical articles, but it’s the ones about social issues and "feel good content" that consistently do better.

• My newsletters hang around for a while — my first newsletter still got opened and clicked 14 months later!

• The more links, the better it seems. Providing multiple places for people to click has really helped click rate and re-open rate of the newsletters

• Send out newsletters on Eid or New Years or really, any major holidays, even if it means that you’ll have to change your email schedule because they engage the most. How? People get sick of the holidays and need an outlet to use their brains.

100 Ways to Enhance them

Over the course of the 2 years some of the ideas I have shared with you may have seemed unattainable, challenging to initiate, and out of reach. But I assure you, there is always a way to start something new, and this week, I have a special treat for you.

In honor of our 100th newsletter, I have compiled a list of 100 potential small business ideas that can be initiated with just a laptop, access to the internet, and a tenth-grade education. Yes, you read that right - a hundred different possibilities to explore, all with the potential to change your life forever.

Now, some of you may argue that you have been reading my newsletters for two years and still haven't found an idea that resonates with you. But I challenge you to read through this list and tell me that you haven't found something that inspires you. And if you still can't find anything, then I must say, it's not an issue with the ideas - it's an execution problem.

Friends, I implore you to push past your predispositions and hang-ups and try something new. Remember, reading my newsletter every week and waiting for the next one won't change your outcomes. It's up to you to take action and make a change. And even if you feel like you may have missed the boat, I assure you, it's never too late to start.

Take a look at this list, let the ideas simmer, and see what sparks your interest. The world is your oyster, and I'm rooting for you all the way.

1. Online tutoring service

2. Virtual assistant

3. Social media management

4. Online store selling handmade crafts

5. E-commerce store selling handmade clothing and accessories

6. Online bakery and dessert shop

7. Online cake decorating course

8. Meal planning and prep service

9. Online fitness coaching

10. Freelance writing and editing

11. Personal shopping service

12. Virtual bookkeeping and accounting

13. Online language tutoring

14. Graphic design service

15. Website design and development

16. Online marketing and advertising agency

17. Virtual event planning and coordination

18. Online interior design and decorating

19. Virtual HR consultancy

20. Business consulting

21. Life coaching

22. Online nutrition coaching

23. Personal finance coaching

24. Social media advertising agency

25. Online pet supply store

26. Online gardening store

27. Virtual personal shopping and styling

28. Online art gallery

29. Virtual public relations

30. Online copywriting

31. E-book publishing

32. Online travel booking and planning

33. Virtual home organization and decluttering

34. Online fashion boutique

35. Virtual personal training

36. Online jewelry store

37. Online toy store

38. Online shoe store

39. Virtual content creation and management

40. Online beauty products store

41. Virtual recruitment and staffing agency

42. Online baby products store

43. Online stationary and office supplies store

44. Virtual social media influencer agency

45. Online furniture store

46. Virtual real estate brokerage

47. Online secondhand clothing store

48. Virtual financial planning

49. Online stationery and invitations store

50. Online party supply store

51. Virtual event photography and videography

52. Online vintage clothing store

53. Online grocery store

54. Virtual product testing and review service

55. Online craft store

56. Online baby clothing and accessories store

57. Virtual business development consultancy

58. Online eco-friendly products store

59. Online gift shop

60. Virtual translation and interpretation

61. Online DIY home improvement store

62. Virtual executive coaching

63. Online car accessories store

64. Online sports equipment store

65. Virtual marketing research

66. Online health food store

67. Virtual book club

68. Online bakery supply store

69. Online fitness equipment store

70. Virtual wedding planning

71. Online eco-tourism company

72. Virtual language translation service

73. Online office furniture store

74. Virtual legal research

75. Online travel accessories store

76. Virtual business analytics consultancy

77. Online beauty and skincare services

78. Online handmade soap and skincare products store

79. Virtual product design and prototyping

80. Online education materials store

81. Virtual resume writing and career coaching

82. Online fashion accessories store

83. Virtual executive search firm

84. Online organic food store

85. Online pet grooming service

86. Virtual data analysis consultancy

87. Online coffee and tea store

88. Online handmade jewelry store

89. Virtual human resources consultancy

90. Online cooking classes

91. Virtual marketing automation and CRM consultancy

92. Online sustainable products store

93. Virtual branding and marketing agency

94. Online supplements store

95. Online masalas and recipe mixes

96. Virtual coaching for entrepreneurs

97. Online personalized gift store

98. Virtual cybersecurity consultancy

99. Online garden design and landscaping service

100. Virtual legal consulting and advisory.

Does this Scream Shah of Iran to you?

The G-class was developed as a military vehicle from a suggestion by the Shah of Iran (at the time a significant Mercedes shareholder) to Mercedes and was later offered as a civilian vehicle in 1979. Can you believe that the Shah of Iran owned a stake in Mercedes? The deeper I dug into it, the more I found how many heavy industries the Iranians had a strategic/equity stake in...

Habits. Good ones. Also Process . The most under looked thing in life, to help scale your outcomes in life and in business is having a process. A process to me is a repeatable method that documents what you should do, how you should do it and why. A small workflow to do the things you do. When you workflow some thing as simple as a habit, you can workflow some thing as complicated as a task.

Lets talk about Habits, if you took the last 2 years and focused on the following area, imagine how much better off you would be?

You can take the above and convert it into a workflow as below:

Now let's look at a company/task/ that you can work flow and build a process around. This is my most fav sketch(no points for drawing), that I share with the startups-founders/CEOs I like. Meaning you made it to the list, this is some thing that you couldn't pay me enough to get otherwise, but so simple that it will make you wonder, why would any one pay for this?

The bizarre story of how painter and decorator Howard Walmsley deceived his wife, family, friends — and bank manager — into believing he had won an £8.9 million (US$11.5 million) jackpot in the UK National Lottery. Moral of the story. White lies can spin out of control. As you work on your outcomes make sure you remain true to your self and every one else around you. Short cuts seldom lead to faster outcomes and mostly lead to jail time.

The other day, I went down a rabbit hole, exploring the world of billion-dollar businesses owned by individuals or privately held by a small group of people/family's vs corporations. It was a fascinating journey, and I cant wait to share my findings with you all.

You may recall my past musings on the world of soy sauce billionaires, but this time around, I stumbled upon something even more intriguing. Before I began my research, I assumed that most billion-dollar businesses would be owned by large corporations or multiple stakeholders. But to my surprise, I discovered a fantastic thread that proved me wrong.

If you're curious about how billion-dollar businesses are built and owned, then this thread is a must-read. I promise you'll be amazed by what you learn.

Here are 20 more..How many did you know about? How many come as a surprise? Can you do some research to see if some of the businesses or services they operate in can be relevant in your market? Can you make them successful by investing your time?

1. Cargill: Cargill is an American privately held multinational corporation that is involved in the trading, purchasing, and distributing of agricultural products, such as grain, oilseeds, and livestock.

2. Koch Industries: Koch Industries is an American multinational corporation involved in a variety of industries, including petroleum, chemicals, energy, and finance. It is owned by brothers Charles Koch and David Koch.

3. Mars, Inc.: Mars, Inc. is a global confectionery, pet food, and food products company. It is owned by the Mars family.

4. Fidelity Investments: Fidelity Investments is a financial services company that offers investment management, retirement planning, and wealth management services. It is owned by the Johnson family.

5. Publix Super Markets: Publix Super Markets is a supermarket chain in the southeastern United States. It is owned by its employees and members of the Jenkins family.

6. Bechtel Corporation: Bechtel Corporation is an American engineering, procurement, construction, and project management company. It is owned by the Bechtel family.

7. Pilot Flying J: Pilot Flying J is a chain of truck stops and travel centers in North America. It is owned by the Haslam family.

8. W.L. Gore & Associates: W.L. Gore & Associates is an American multinational manufacturing company that specializes in products made from fluoropolymers, such as Gore-Tex. It is owned by the Gore family.

9. Levi Strauss & Co.: Levi Strauss & Co. is an American clothing company known for its denim jeans. It is owned by the descendants of Levi Strauss.

10. Toms Shoes: Toms Shoes is an American shoe company that donates a pair of shoes to a child in need for every pair of shoes purchased. It is owned by Blake Mycoskie.

11. Amcor: Amcor is an Australian multinational packaging company that specializes in flexible and rigid packaging products. It is owned by Graeme Hart, the richest person in New Zealand.

12. JAB Holding Company: JAB Holding Company is a Luxembourg-based investment firm that owns several consumer brands, including Keurig Dr Pepper, Panera Bread, and Krispy Kreme. It is owned by the Reimann family.

13. Louis Dreyfus Company: Louis Dreyfus Company is a French multinational merchant of agricultural commodities, such as grains and oilseeds. It is owned by the Louis-Dreyfus family.

14. Schindler Group: Schindler Group is a Swiss multinational manufacturer of escalators, elevators, and moving walkways. It is owned by the Schindler family.

15. Trafigura Group: Trafigura Group is a Dutch multinational commodity trading company that specializes in oil and metals trading. It is owned by a group of around 600 employees.

16. PPR (now Kering): PPR (Pinault-Printemps-Redoute) is a French multinational luxury goods holding company that owns brands such as Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga. It is owned by François Pinault, the richest person in France.

17. Cheung Kong Holdings: Cheung Kong Holdings is a Hong Kong-based multinational conglomerate that operates in industries such as property development and investment, infrastructure, and telecommunications. It is owned by Li Ka-shing, the richest person in Hong Kong.

18. Jollibee Foods Corporation: Jollibee Foods Corporation is a Filipino multinational fast food chain that specializes in Filipino dishes such as chicken joy and spaghetti. It is owned by Tony Tan Caktiong.

19. Aldi: Aldi is a German multinational discount supermarket chain that operates over 10,000 stores in 20 countries. It is owned by the Albrecht family.

20. Orascom Construction: Orascom Construction is an Egyptian multinational construction company that operates in the Middle East, North Africa, and the United States. It is owned by Nassef Sawiris, the richest person in Egypt.

Are you curious about how two Pakistani brothers found success in a seemingly saturated leather market? It's a fascinating story that involves the power of the internet, niche marketing, and a taboo subject.

In the late 2000s, these two brothers discovered a niche market in the US and Europe that was thriving despite the global saturation of the leather industry. They used their ingenuity and the internet to create a product that addressed this taboo subject and utilized the same base materials as traditional leather products.

The New York Times has documented their journey, and it's a must-watch for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, niche marketing, and innovative business strategies.

Don't miss out on this captivating tale of two brothers who transformed their business and found riches in niches.(Link Below)

Looked @ Differently...

• Rolex sells status, not watches.

• Supreme sells scarcity, not clothing.

• Harley-Davidson sells a lifestyle, not bikes.

• Apple sells simplicity and style, not electronics.

• Great marketing teams sell feelings, not products.

What are you selling?

Just so you know how powerful ChatGPT is and what it can do, here is some thing you should read. I literally asked it to write a poem to inspire all of you so you invest your time for faster outcomes by monetizing your time. You could think about it two ways, if you have marginal skills, this is your new competitor, if you want to take out every one else with marginal skills this is your new friend. Invest your time wisely.