Business idea · Education
Emotional Intelligence Workshops
Emotional Intelligence Workshops: Workshops aimed at helping individuals, particularly men, develop emotional intelligence and relational skills necessary for building strong personal and romantic relationships. It was pitched on My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri, in the episode "Hinge expert shares dating advice for ambitious nerds" (aired May 21, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | Hinge expert shares dating advice for ambitious nerds |
| Aired | May 21, 2025 |
| Category | Education |
| Real companies on the episode | OKCupid, Copy That, Hinge, The Gottman Institute, Diary of a CEO, Angel City Football Club |
The problem it solves
The lack of emotional intelligence in many men leads to difficulties in relationships. These workshops provide the tools and knowledge to enhance interpersonal skills, making dating more successful.
How it makes money
One-time purchase for workshops or package deals for multiple sessions, possibly with online courses also offered.
Skills you need
Facilitation, psychology, communication, and relationship management.
The market, and why this works now
The rise of virtual platforms like Zoom facilitates the delivery of emotional intelligence workshops, allowing for broader accessibility and participation. A practical first-revenue move could involve partnering with local chambers of commerce to offer workshops as professional development opportunities for their members. A potential challenge is the initial capital required to develop high-quality course materials and marketing efforts, which may lead to a longer customer acquisition cost payback period than anticipated.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- OKCupid
A dating platform that uses user-generated data to facilitate matches based on compatibility.
- Copy That
An online platform designed to help users improve their writing skills through structured exercises.
- Hinge
A dating app designed to be deleted, which focuses on relationship-building rather than casual encounters.
- The Gottman Institute
An organization founded by John and Julie Gottman, focused on research and education around relationships and marriage.
- Diary of a CEO
A podcast that features interviews with various leaders and experts, focusing on personal and professional development.
- Angel City Football Club
A women's professional soccer team based in Los Angeles, focused on creating a strong brand and community support.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Episode: Hinge expert shares dating advice for ambitious nerds
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.