# From Everest to Entrepreneurship: Lessons Learned with Igor Khalatian: An EOFire Classic from 2022

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Published: 2026-07-19T08:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Igor Khalatian is the founder and CEO of iris, an AI dating app that pairs users based on ideal physical preferences in a partner; he's also Oracle's former VP of Development. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success isn't about competing with others, it's about improving yourself daily. 2. There are no guarantees, but mutual attraction makes things easier. 3. Mutual attraction is rare, but tools like AI can help you find the right person, stay persistent and follow through. AI can now predict your attraction - Iris Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com . Strawberry - Discover what's possible with a professional coach by your side. Start today and get 50 percent off your first coaching session at Strawberry.me/fire .

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