I used to think that a million subscribers would be everything, but now it's a warped perception of success.

People who have achieved wealth often still seek status, which is a biologically ingrained desire, despite having the financial means already.

It's crucial to raise more money than you think you need to reach a significant milestone, as raising too much can lead to inefficiency and a lack of sharpness in operations.

There's a delusional aspect to entrepreneurship; you have to set aside reality to believe you can create a billion-dollar company.

I raised 1.6 million and obsessively built the company for three years, achieving 8.4X growth in one year, which led to a position where I didn't need the money when I went to raise again.

There are millions of businesses that achieve around a million dollars in revenue, which is a more realistic goal than aiming for rapid growth.

Raising funds doesn't mean you can create less value; if you raise $5 million, you need to create $50 million worth of value to be successful.

I've given away as much as a million or two million dollars to individuals, which is a crazy experience.

I believe that raising a lot of money isn't always the best strategy; it can lead to overspending and failure, as seen with many companies in Silicon Valley.