Brief Summary
This video features a 17-year-old entrepreneur, Zach Yagari, who built a successful calorie-tracking app called Cal AI, generating over $1 million in monthly revenue. Zach started coding at age 7 and built his first game at 12. He then created a website called Totally Science, which bypassed school internet filters and allowed students to play games. He sold this website for $100,000 at age 16. Zach's journey into app development was inspired by a fellow entrepreneur who had built a successful app but failed to capitalize on its potential. Zach emphasizes the importance of taking action and not getting stuck in a stagnant position. He shares his strategies for influencer marketing, including finding influencers, negotiating deals, and tracking attribution. Zach also discusses his plans for the future, including building an app studio and creating a platform for influencer marketing. He believes that anyone can achieve success with hard work and determination.
- Zach Yagari, a 17-year-old entrepreneur, built a successful calorie-tracking app called Cal AI, generating over $1 million in monthly revenue.
- He shares his strategies for influencer marketing, including finding influencers, negotiating deals, and tracking attribution.
- Zach also discusses his plans for the future, including building an app studio and creating a platform for influencer marketing.
Cal AI: A Million Dollar App Built by a 17-Year-Old
Zach Yagari, a 17-year-old high school senior, reveals how he built a calorie-tracking app called Cal AI that generates over $1 million in monthly revenue. He started coding at age 7 and built his first game at 12. He then created a website called Totally Science, which bypassed school internet filters and allowed students to play games. He sold this website for $100,000 at age 16. Zach's journey into app development was inspired by a fellow entrepreneur who had built a successful app but failed to capitalize on its potential. Zach emphasizes the importance of taking action and not getting stuck in a stagnant position.
Building Cal AI: The Idea and the Market
Zach explains the inspiration behind Cal AI, highlighting the shortcomings of existing calorie-tracking apps like MyFitnessPal. He emphasizes the importance of AI technology and its potential to revolutionize the app market. He also discusses the importance of social media virality and how Cal AI was designed to be easily shared and promoted by influencers.
Influencer Marketing: The Secret Sauce
Zach dives deep into his influencer marketing strategy, revealing the secrets behind his success. He explains the concepts of RPM (revenue per thousand views) and CPM (cost per thousand views) and how he uses them to negotiate profitable deals with influencers. He shares his methods for finding influencers, managing their content, and tracking attribution. Zach also discusses the importance of seamless integration and how he avoids making his influencer marketing campaigns feel like traditional ads.
Scaling Cal AI: From $100,000 to $1 Million
Zach discusses the challenges and strategies involved in scaling Cal AI from $100,000 to $1 million in monthly revenue. He highlights the importance of internal scaling, including hiring developers, designers, and virtual assistants. He also discusses the role of paid ads and Apple Search Ads in driving growth. Zach emphasizes the importance of having a strong product and using data to validate its effectiveness.
The Future of Cal AI and the App Studio
Zach explains his decision to build an app studio, leveraging his existing network of influencers and marketing expertise. He believes that his current success with Cal AI provides a solid foundation for launching new apps in the health and fitness space. He also discusses the potential for creating a platform for influencer marketing, recognizing the growing demand for such tools.
Age is Just a Number: A Message for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Zach emphasizes that age should not be a barrier to entrepreneurship. He shares his own experiences of being told he was too young to start a business and encourages viewers to take action regardless of their age. He highlights the accessibility of tools like ChatGPT and the potential for anyone to achieve success with hard work and determination.
The Million Dollar Mindset: Zach's Reflections
Zach reflects on his journey and the impact of his success. He acknowledges the surreal nature of his achievements and the constant drive to reach new milestones. He discusses the challenges of dealing with negativity and the importance of maintaining a strong belief in oneself. Zach also shares his thoughts on the future, emphasizing his desire to make a global impact and the importance of finding a purpose beyond financial freedom.
