Business idea · Education
Truth-Telling Workshops
Truth-Telling Workshops: Workshops designed to teach individuals how to deliver honest feedback without causing offense, using techniques of empathy and caring communication. Participants would learn strategies to navigate difficult conversations effectively. It was pitched on My First Million in the episode "Ex-Amazon VP tells us what it’s really like working with Jeff Bezos" (aired October 28, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | Ex-Amazon VP tells us what it’s really like working with Jeff Bezos |
| Aired | October 28, 2026 |
| Category | Education |
| Real companies on the episode | Prometheus, Tony Robbins, HubSpot, Amazon, Twitch, Hampton |
The problem it solves
Many people find it challenging to provide honest feedback without hurting others' feelings, which can lead to miscommunication and unresolved conflicts.
How it makes money
Fee-based workshops and training sessions, with options for corporate training packages and follow-up coaching services.
Skills you need
Facilitation skills, knowledge of communication strategies, emotional intelligence, and experience in conflict resolution.
The market, and why this works now
Mid-level managers in tech companies often struggle to provide constructive feedback without damaging team morale. The rise of remote work has heightened the need for effective communication strategies. Offering workshops through the Slack community “Tech Leaders” can generate initial revenue by reaching directly to professionals seeking to enhance their leadership skills. A significant constraint in the first year will be the challenge of scaling the workshops while maintaining high-quality, personalized coaching, which requires substantial time investment and a limited number of facilitators.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Prometheus
Prometheus aims to develop artificial intelligence specialized for engineering purposes, focusing on building and manufacturing solutions.
- Tony Robbins
Tony Robbins is a motivational speaker and author known for his self-help seminars and coaching.
- HubSpot
HubSpot is a developer and marketer of software products for inbound marketing, sales, and customer service.
- Amazon
Amazon is a multinational technology company focusing on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
- Twitch
Twitch is a live streaming platform primarily focused on video game streaming, where users can watch and interact with gamers and streamers in real-time.
- Hampton
Hampton is a community for entrepreneurs with a focus on providing support and resources to help founders achieve business success.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Episode: Ex-Amazon VP tells us what it’s really like working with Jeff Bezos
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.