The Breakfast Club
The Breakfast Club
Podcast Description
A podcast about domain investing, life and anything in between.
About the Speakers:
•Alan Shiflett is the Senior Director of Product for Domain Investors at GoDaddy. With 15 years of experience at GoDaddy, Alan has primarily focused on serving Domain Investor clients. Over the past year, he has led several Aftermarket product team areas, driving significant upgrades to Afternic. Alan is one of the most knowledgeable figures in the industry, though you may not have heard of him before. @AlanShiflett
•Braden Pollock is a well-known domain investor, angel investor, and serial entrepreneur. He is the founder of Legal Brand Marketing, a company that provides lead generation services to lawyers nationwide. As an angel investor, Braden holds equity in several companies, including Katalyst, Bold Metrics, and DataZoom, among others. His domain portfolio is vast, focusing on premium one-word .com domains. Braden also serves on several boards, including the Internet Commerce Association (ICA). @bradenpollock
•Giuseppe Graziano is the CEO and founder of GGRG.com, a brokerage and consulting firm specializing in short .com domains. He is also the publisher of the Liquid Market Report and a recipient of the “Master of Domains” Escrow.com award, which recognizes the top 10 highest-grossing brokers in the world each year. @ggrgcom
Disclaimer: The content discussed in this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. All opinions expressed are those of the speakers and should not be considered as recommendations for any individual or organization.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores a range of themes related to domain investing including portfolio management, market trends, and technological impacts. Episodes feature discussions on topics like the rise of AI in the domain market, lessons learned from past investments, and insights on domain valuation frameworks, illustrated in episodes such as '2024 Wins, Lessons, and Predictions for Domain Investing in 2025'.
A podcast about domain investing, life and anything in between.
About the Speakers:
•Alan Shiflett is the Senior Director of Product for Domain Investors at GoDaddy. With 15 years of experience at GoDaddy, Alan has primarily focused on serving Domain Investor clients. Over the past year, he has led several Aftermarket product team areas, driving significant upgrades to Afternic. Alan is one of the most knowledgeable figures in the industry, though you may not have heard of him before. @AlanShiflett
•Braden Pollock is a well-known domain investor, angel investor, and serial entrepreneur. He is the founder of Legal Brand Marketing, a company that provides lead generation services to lawyers nationwide. As an angel investor, Braden holds equity in several companies, including Katalyst, Bold Metrics, and DataZoom, among others. His domain portfolio is vast, focusing on premium one-word .com domains. Braden also serves on several boards, including the Internet Commerce Association (ICA). @bradenpollock
•Giuseppe Graziano is the CEO and founder of GGRG.com, a brokerage and consulting firm specializing in short .com domains. He is also the publisher of the Liquid Market Report and a recipient of the “Master of Domains” Escrow.com award, which recognizes the top 10 highest-grossing brokers in the world each year. @ggrgcom
Disclaimer: The content discussed in this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. All opinions expressed are those of the speakers and should not be considered as recommendations for any individual or organization.
In this season finale of The Breakfast Club podcast, Giuseppe, Alan, and Braden reflect on their experiences in domain investing over the past year. They discuss personal highlights, significant wins, and lessons learned, emphasizing the importance of portfolio management and the impact of AI on the industry. Looking ahead to 2025, they share predictions about market trends, the rise of AI tools, and the potential for high-value domain sales. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of domain investing and the opportunities that lie ahead.
TAKEAWAYS
- Braden achieved a record of 6.5 million in sales this year.
- Narrowing down your portfolio can lead to better sales.
- 2025 is predicted to be the year of AI agents.
- AI tools are transforming how we interact with technology.
- High-value domains are becoming increasingly important.
- The domain market is expected to see more eight-figure sales in 2025.
- Personal connections and networking are vital in the domain industry.
- Lessons learned include the importance of portfolio hygiene.
- The future of domain investing looks promising with emerging technologies.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Year-End Reflections and Travel Adventures
04:30 Major Wins in Domain Investing
18:14 Personal Highlights and Lessons Learned
23:59 Looking Ahead: Predictions for 2025
27:01 The Importance of Transparency in Domain Sales
29:14 Emerging Trends in AI and Crypto
32:24 AI Tools: Enhancing Productivity and Creativity
38:55 The Rise of AI Agents and Their Impact
44:18 The Future of Domains in an AI-Driven World
48:24 Reflections and Closing Thoughts
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