Startup Advice
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Startup Advice
Projects rarely unfold in a linear fashion; they require frequent course correction. Most trainees should spend more time on a project’s decision tree than they currently do. Once you get into a project, you will have learned from your initial experiments, new papers will have been published, and technology will have advanced. As a result, at any... See more
Problem choice and decision trees in science and engineering: Cell
I stepped away from Heap last month, after nine fantastic years.
Here are some things I wish I could tell my 2013 self.
I was excited to write some code, and I had no idea what was in store on the path to 350+ people and a transformative product.
nametwitter.comMove faster. Slowness anywhere justifies slowness everywhere.
2021 instead of 2022. This week instead of next week. Today instead of tomorrow.
Moving fast compounds so much more than people realize.
Sam Altmantwitter.comIdentify a unique strength that your company/product has that aligns well with the current opportunities in your environment. Then leverage that strength in a way that others cannot easily replicate. Focus on what sets you apart and use it to create a sustainable competitive advantage.
Sean Colombo • The Secret to Duolingo’s Growth
Apologizing for slow replies is a symptom of unrealistic demands in an always-on culture. How quickly people answer you is rarely a sign of how much they care about you. It’s usually a reflection of how much they have on their plate.
Adam Grant • Granted: The case for slow replies, and insights on facing fear and finding hope
