The Hustl Mindset
Why Mark Cuban Still Answers Cold Emails (And What That Means for You)
Mark Cuban is worth $5.4 billion.
He still answers cold emails from people with big ideas.
Why?
"Because you never know where the next great idea comes from."
That’s a billionaire mindset.
Stay open. Stay approachable. Stay curious.
But here’s the flip side:
Nobody’s coming to save you.
You’ve got to put yourself out there first.
Today’s mission:
Reach out to one person you think is “too big” to notice you.
Send the DM. The email. The Loom video.
You’ll be shocked who says yes.
⚡️ One-Minute Money Moves
The $100 Follow-Up That Most People Forget
There’s money sitting in your inbox right now.
Follow up with one old lead or past client today.
Send a simple message:
💬 “Hey [Name], just circling back—are you still looking for [result you help them get]?”
It takes 60 seconds and could turn into a quick $100, $500, or $5K.
Fortune’s in the follow-up. Don’t leave money on the table.
🚀 Business Growth Boost
The “Give First” Strategy That Triples Your Replies
Most people pitch too fast.
Flip the script: Give first.
Here’s how:
Find your ideal client on IG, LinkedIn, or Twitter.
Comment something valuable on their latest post.
DM them with a free tip, resource, or connection (no strings).
Wait. They’ll usually ask, “What do you do?”
And that’s your opening.
Play the long game. It works.
🤘 Hustlr's Toolbox
Tool of the Day: Loom
Record quick videos to:
Pitch your service
Follow up with leads
Onboard new clients
People buy from people, and video builds trust fast.
👉 Bonus: You can track who watched it and for how long.
Try Loom here →
💭 The Final Hustl Thought
You don’t need a bigger network.
You need deeper connections.
👉 Who’s one person you can show up for today?
Hit reply and let me know.
Keep Hustl’ing,
Tony