Hi Friend
1. The Bitcoin Boom (2009-2013)
The Missed Opportunity:
When Bitcoin launched in 2009, it was a virtually unknown digital currency, and very few people understood its potential. Early adopters could buy Bitcoin for fractions of a cent, but many dismissed it as a fad or a risky experiment. There are countless stories of people who discovered Bitcoin early on, but either didnât share the opportunity or couldnât convince others to get involved.
Example:
An early adopter, Kristoffer Koch, a Norwegian engineer, bought 5,000 Bitcoin for about $27 in 2009. He forgot about it until 2013 when its value skyrocketed to $886,000. Koch became wealthy almost overnight.
Friends and Family: Koch admitted that he didnât share the opportunity with many people because he wasnât sure it would succeed, but when Bitcoin exploded, his friends and family asked why he hadnât told them earlier. Many were annoyed theyâd missed out and blamed him for not insisting they invest.
Impact:
On Koch: While he became wealthy, he later admitted to feeling guilty for not encouraging his friends and family to take the same leap of faith.
On Friends/Family: Many of Kochâs circle expressed frustration and regret. Some tried to jump in later, but the price had risen so much by then that the initial windfall opportunity was gone.
Right now, you can join something that might grow to be incredibly lucrative, namely the Treasure Island project. Of course, it could fail, like Bitcoin could have failed, but the point is, what have you got to lose here? You might gain much and spread a little happiness by jumping in and sharing.
It is, after all, FREE to join.
2. Apple Stock in the 1980s
The Missed Opportunity:
When Apple went public in 1980, its stock was priced at $22 per share. Many early employees and investors became millionaires, but some people aware of the opportunity didnât share it widely, perhaps because they didnât fully grasp its long-term potential.
Example:
Ronald Wayne, one of Appleâs three co-founders, sold his 10% stake in the company for $800 in 1976. Wayne reportedly didnât share the opportunity with others (or his concerns) because he thought Apple was too risky. His stake would be worth over $250 billion today.
Friends and Family: People close to Wayne later discovered what he had given up and were shocked he didnât encourage them to invest (or that he didn't hold onto his shares). Some even teased him for missing out on one of the most lucrative opportunities in history.
Impact:
On Wayne: He has expressed regret for selling his shares but maintains that he made the best decision for himself at the time. However, heâs often cited as an example of someone who failed to recognize and share a life-changing opportunity.
On Friends/Family: Many people in his circle were frustrated they werenât convinced to invest when Apple was young. Those who joined later missed out on the early explosive growth.
Right now, you can join something that might just be very lucrative. It may not grow to be an Apple-sized company, but it could create some significant nest eggs for a fortunate few. What have you got to lose by jumping in and sharing this?
It is, after all, FREE to join.
3. Amazonâs IPO (1997)
The Missed Opportunity:
Amazon went public in 1997 at $18 per share. Early investors who saw the potential for e-commerce made fortunes, but many people didnât believe in the vision or share the opportunity with others.
Example:
A young programmer who joined Amazon was given stock options as compensation. While benefiting from the IPO, there was no encouragement towards friends or family to invest, thinking it would be too speculative.
Friends and Family: Years later, when Amazonâs value exploded, many friends and family asked, âWhy didnât you tell us about this?â Some were upset, feeling left out of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Impact:
On the Early Employee: Whilst becoming wealthy, there was an admission of feeling guilty for not sharing the opportunity more widely.
On Friends/Family: Many missed the chance to invest early and had to buy in at much higher prices later, losing out on the exponential growth.
You can jump into Treasure Island for free. You can also decide to invest (make a LOAN to the company). You can share with others, and they can also take a little risk as a lender, or you can join and watch without risk and encourage others to do the same.
What have you got to lose by jumping in and sharing this?
It is, after all, FREE to join.
Lessons I Learned from These Stories:
Fear of Rejection: In many cases, people who discover opportunities hesitate to share them because they fear being dismissed or doubted.
Lack of Conviction: The individuals involved often didnât believe in the opportunity strongly enough to advocate for it, leading to missed chances for themselves and others.
Regret for Missed Connection: Friends and family often express frustration or resentment when they learn about opportunities too late, creating lasting tensions.
The Need to Take Risks: Sometimes, those who benefit are the ones who take risks and act early, even when others doubt the opportunity.
But right now, you can choose an opportunity without the risk!
These examples demonstrate how life-changing opportunities can be missed when not shared or acted upon. They also highlight the importance of recognizing and communicating the value of a chance to those around you.
The big takeaway here, though, is simple. Treasure Island is a genuine FREE TO JOIN opportunity where even those who do not get financially involved can still earn. Wouldn't you want your friend to share that with you?
John (true stories) Duncan
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