Jimmy Donaldson (aka Mr. Beast) built a billion dollar content empire on YouTube. Today, Nicole breaks down how he actually did it, and more importantly, what lessons retail investors can apply to their own portfolio. Nicole pulls back the curtain on the Mr. Beast business model: why his YouTube videos are actually loss leaders, how Feastables became the real money maker, and why he intentionally lost money on his Amazon deal. And if you think none of this applies to you because you have no interest in going viral? Nicole closes with three concrete ways to invest in the creator economy right now, no camera required. Check out Nicole’s financial literacy course The Money School Find a Financial Advisor or Financial Coach from Nicole’s company Private Wealth Collective Watch video clips from the pod on Money Rehab’s Instagram and Nicole Lapin’s Instagram Here&#x27;s what Nicole covers today: 00:00 Are you ready for some Money Rehab? 00:18 Mr. Beast By the Numbers 02:44 Jimmy Donaldson&#x27;s Origin Story 04:13 How the Mr. Beast Business Model Actually Works 05:16 Economics of Feastables 06:00 The Beast Games Amazon Deal 08:08The $5.2 Billion Valuation 08:38 3 Ways to Invest in the Creator Economy 11:31 Tip You Can Take Straight to the Bank All investing involves risk, including loss of principal. This episode is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Always consult a licensed professional before making financial decisions.

How Mr. Beast Built a $2.6 Billion Empire on YouTube

Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin

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**Podcast:** Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin

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