My First Dollar
The weekly email that helps you earn your first dollar online. Startup ideas, vibe coding, and lessons from building a $30k/mo SaaS.
Written by
Rob Hallam
Connect
Apr 7, 2026
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4 min read
I spent a week in spreadsheets so you don't have to.
Mar 31, 2026
Everyone saw the viral tweet. Nobody sees this part.
Mar 24, 2026
5 min read
After 3 years of moving every few months, I finally picked a base.
Mar 17, 2026
18 months, 5 failed products, and one that finally worked.
Aug 25, 2024
I tried a few new AI tools this week, and there's one in particular that has revolutionized the way I work. You need to know about it.
Aug 11, 2024
3 min read
It's not all about sharing the wins. Most of us fail before we succeed. So start being honest about the struggle and watch your brand grow.
Jul 28, 2024
Stop wasting time on marketing techniques that don't work. Start playing the long game, so you can reap the rewards while you sleep.
Jul 14, 2024
I almost made a wallet-draining mistake. Here's the hard-earned lesson and how you can sidestep the same costly pitfall.
Jul 7, 2024
The unfortunate truth is, effort doesn't equal output. You need to work smart. Here's how to get more done, by doing less.
