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The "Size of The Pie" Fallacy | Ep 238

The Game with Alex Hormozi · September 22, 2020 · 7 min

Summary

Alex Hormozi challenges the common misconception that market size is limited, arguing that most businesses drastically underestimate the available customer base. He encourages entrepreneurs to focus on delivering value and expanding their customer acquisition channels rather than obsessing over perceived competition in a narrow market view. This episode is a crucial mindset shift for ecommerce operators who feel constrained by competition.

Key takeaways

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founder & leadershippaid acquisitionbrand & content

Topics covered

market size fallacycompetitive mindsetcustomer acquisition channelsvalue deliverydiversifying marketing channels

Episode description

Just remember that basically. No one knows you. Even when you think everyone does, no one does. Today, Alex (@AlexHormozi) talks about one of the earlier mistakes he’s made in his career which is not understanding how big the marketplace is and the players in the industry. He also talks about how you can avoid thinking that all eyes are on your business and unnecessary “peer” pressure. Welcome to The Game w/Alex Hormozi, hosted by entrepreneur, founder, investor, author, public speaker, and content creator Alex Hormozi. On this podcast you’ll hear how to get more customers, make more profit per customer, how to keep them longer, and the many failures and lessons Alex has learned on his path from $100M to $1B in net worth. Timestamps: (1:48) - Pie size realization: avoid fixation on one competitor. (3:04) - Focus on few competitors leads to confusion; be proactive. (5:02) - Open-mindedness: many businesses, different platforms. (7:10) - Remember, you're not as well-known as you think. Follow Alex Hormozi’s Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

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Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
The market size is likely 100-1000x larger than you perceive; don't limit your potential by focusing on a small segment.
What does this episode say about paid acquisition?
Stop wasting time and energy on competitors; most of the market doesn't even know either of you exist.
What does this episode say about brand & content?
Instead of reacting to competitors, focus intensely on over-delivering value to your existing customers.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Diversify your customer acquisition channels beyond just one or two platforms (e.g., don't just rely on Facebook ads when Google, email, direct mail, etc., exist).

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