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Writer's Block Workshop
Writer's Block Workshop is an online workshop series that helps writers overcome writer's block through structured sessions focusing on mindset, daily writing practices, and practical exercises. It was pitched on My First Million in the episode "The man who made a billion off blueberries" (aired September 12, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | The man who made a billion off blueberries |
| Aired | September 12, 2025 |
| Category | Education |
| Real companies on the episode | Bubble, Seinfeld, O-Mary, Oxford Frozen Foods, HubSpot, Death Row Records |
The problem it solves
Writers often face mental blocks that hinder their productivity, leading to frustration and stalled projects.
How it makes money
One-time purchase for workshops or a membership model for ongoing access to new sessions and materials.
Skills you need
Writing expertise, teaching or facilitation skills, content development, and marketing.
The market, and why this works now
The rise of remote work has increased demand for online learning platforms, making a Writer's Block Workshop timely. A solid first-revenue move is to promote the workshop through writing-focused subreddits like r/writing or r/writers, where engaged communities seek solutions to their challenges. However, a significant risk is the reliance on social media algorithms to drive traffic, which can be unpredictable and may require ongoing investment in paid promotions to maintain visibility.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Bubble
A no-code platform that enables users to build web and mobile applications without coding.
- Seinfeld
A television show created by Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David, known for its unique take on everyday life and humor.
- O-Mary
A Broadway play focusing on Mary Todd Lincoln, known for its comedic take on her life.
- Oxford Frozen Foods
A company that controls a significant portion of the global supply of blueberries and produces various frozen food items.
- HubSpot
A software company that provides tools for marketing, sales, and customer service.
- Death Row Records
A prominent record label known for producing significant hip-hop artists in the 1990s.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Episode: The man who made a billion off blueberries
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.