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If you’re young and looking to stand out, Mark Cuban has a clear message: dive into artificial intelligence — because those who master it today will shape the world of tomorrow.
Artificial Intelligence: The Smart Bet for the Next Generation
Mark Cuban has never been afraid to fail — far from it. The billionaire investor, known for his blunt honesty and sharp business instincts, often talks about his past missteps with a grin. During a talk at South by Southwest (SXSW), he shared one of his most memorable flops: trying to sell powdered milk. The venture crumbled quickly, mostly because the product just wasn’t appealing.
But if he had to start over today? The answer is obvious to him: he’d go all-in on AI.
“If I were 16, 18, 20, or 21 today, I’d spend every minute learning about AI,” he said with conviction.
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Why? Because AI is everywhere — and anyone who masters it has a massive advantage. Cuban sees huge potential in young people learning these technologies and teaching them to others.
Take NotebookLM, for example: a young entrepreneur could learn to use it, offer demos to local small businesses, and charge $25 an hour to show them how to boost productivity with AI.
“Those who really commit to it are going to crush it,” he said.
To him, AI isn’t just a future-forward technology — it’s a powerful tool for standing out and creating real value.
Mindset Is Everything
Cuban doesn’t just push for AI literacy — he emphasizes something even more fundamental: mindset.
“AI is never the answer. It’s just a tool,” he explains. It’s not about the tool itself, but how you use it.
This philosophy also guides his investments. As a star on Shark Tank and owner of the Dallas Mavericks, he doesn’t just look at business plans or flashy products. What he really wants is passionate, relentless entrepreneurs.
“I want someone who loves their product or service so much, they feel like they’re doing people a favor by selling it,” he says.
Failure? That’s part of the game — and Cuban is living proof. What really matters is the ability to bounce back.
“It doesn’t matter how many times you fail. You only have to be right once.”
That line hits like a mantra for anyone chasing success.
