In this episode of the Domain Academy Podcast DREAM Contest, host Joe Styler checks in with industry leaders Mike Cyger, Andrew Alleman, Deepak Daftari, James Iles, and Piyush Patel as they navigate the latest twists in our year-long, $500 domain investing challenge.

Guests featured in this episode:
Mike Cyger (Cyger Says)
Andrew Alleman (Domain Name Wire)
Deepak Daftari
James Iles
Piyush Patel

The Domain Academy Podcast DREAM Contest follows contestants as they each invest $500, strategize their domain acquisitions, and compete to see who can achieve the highest returns—all while sharing transparent insights and experiences along the way.

In this roundtable update, we spotlight who’s leading the pack (with Mike Cyger surging ahead to an even bigger lead), review key turning points for all participants, and examine how research, pricing, networking, and practical tools shape success. The conversation dives into the realities of domain flipping, the impact of outbound sales, and how even minor pivots in approach can transform results.

See who has changed strategies and why!

Whether you’re new to domaining or a seasoned digital asset investor, you’ll hear real-world stories, actionable insights, and honest debate about what works—with a look at the actual numbers.

Follow our progress and view the live contest spreadsheet:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-y2hm89miTikAL5s0hVipL_fMfBYfkKnBR44jhOWKl8/edit?pli=1&gid=410596151#gid=410596151

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Highlighted tools and resources:

• Domain Discount Club Pro: https://www.godaddy.com/domains/discount-domain-club?utm_source=Domain-Academy&utm_medium=DDC-link&utm_campaign=Domain_Academy_DDC
• GoDaddy Auctions: https://auctions.godaddy.com
• Cyger Says Newsletter: https://cygersays.com
• Domain Name Wire: https://domainnamewire.com
• ExpiredDomains.net: https://www.expireddomains.net
• NamePros Forum: https://www.namepros.com
• Raising DotFi: https://www.raising.fi
• Perplexity AI: https://www.perplexity.ai
• N8N: https://n8n.io

Domain Academy offers classes, proprietary tools, and exclusive club membership to help you accelerate your domain investing journey. Start learning more at DomainAcademy.com

Remember to always do your own research and that these videos are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.

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In this episode of the Domain Academy Podcast DREAM Contest, we catch up with the top three participants—Mike, Andrew, and Deepak—as they share their latest moves and strategies in the year-long, $500 domain investing challenge. Andrew discusses his jump from last to second place by leveraging his personal network, emphasizing the importance of connections—even for new investors. The group debates the role of networking versus name quality, pricing strategies, and how research, AI tools, and niching down can turn up valuable domains. Mike shares how he scored a quick flip with “elevatefund.com” and discusses the emotional rollercoaster of outbound sales. The team explores the realities of hand-registering domains, time investment versus reward, and the challenges of selling to end users. Whether you’re new to domaining or curious about investing in illiquid assets, this episode is packed with practical tips, honest stories, and a look at the real hustle behind domain investing.Follow our progress and view the challenge spreadsheet in the episode links!https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-y2hm89miTikAL5s0hVipL_fMfBYfkKnBR44jhOWKl8/edit?pli=1&gid=410596151#gid=410596151🎧 Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-domain-academy-podcast/id1779312301📺 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Fk98QgRw5iRGKCFpW9JSSGTm1yFmY8P#DomainNames #Podcast #Investing #IlliquidAssets #Networking*Remember to always do your own research and that these videos are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.*

In this episode of Domain Academy’s (domainacademy.com) investing challenge, six seasoned domain investors each start with $500—and compete to see who can grow their portfolio the most in just one year!Follow along with the leaderboard and every purchase and sale made along the way here https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-y2hm89miTikAL5s0hVipL_fMfBYfkKnBR44jhOWKl8/edit?usp=sharingToday, we shine the spotlight on Mike Cyger—founder of Domain Academy, Domain Sherpa, and a well-known investor—who is currently leading the contest with $500 in sales. We’re also joined by Piyush Patel, a newer investor bringing fresh enthusiasm to the competition. Listen in as Mike and Piyush share their current strategies, recent purchases and sales, the names they missed, and the highs and lows they’ve experienced so far.You’ll discover why buying domains can feel like hitting the lottery, why selling takes real effort, and what key data each investor uses to guide their decisions. Their candid insights and real-world experiences are designed to help you learn from their journey and become a better domain investor yourself.Who will come out on top? Root for your favorite contestant, share your thoughts in the comments, and don’t forget to like and subscribe to follow the competition!**These podcasts are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.**