economy

January 16, 2026

How I built a $1 million a year business

When he was 15 years old, Tuan Le, vowed he would help his parents retire after his family emigrated from Vietnam to Toronto, Canada in 2015. 10 years later, his social video production company, ShortsCut is bringing in over $1 million USD a year in sales. Tuan kept his word and now pays for his parents' rent and living expenses so that they no long have to work full time.

How I built a $1 million a year business

TL;DR

  • Tuan Le emigrated from Vietnam to Toronto, Canada in 2015 at age 15.
  • He promised to help his parents retire.
  • His company, ShortsCut, a social video production business, now generates over $1 million USD in annual sales.
  • Tuan now financially supports his parents, covering their rent and living expenses.

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