He turned down 75K for his app with 12K in sales. It hit $1M two years later.

Eric Duffett, a high school teacher and entrepreneur, transformed his hobby into a successful business with the creation of Shot Pattern, a golf strategy app. Initially developed as a simple tool to draw lines on satellite maps for golfers, the app gained traction when Eric invested $5,000 in course data, enabling it to simulate shots and enhance its functionality. Despite a setback when he declined a $75,000 buyout offer from a renowned golf company, Eric's persistence paid off as strategic Meta ads significantly boosted app downloads and revenue, surpassing the initial offer in profit. By 2026, Shot Pattern had crossed $1 million in sales, with Eric remaining the sole developer while hiring a contractor to manage business operations. Eric continues to teach, sharing his entrepreneurial journey with students and emphasizing the importance of perseverance and creativity in business.

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