Emilie Kormienko

Instead of hoping for 2–3 VCs to constitute the round, we inverted the process, starting with private individuals and using their enthusiasm to show VCs what we were worth.

On getting promoted:  Takeaways:  Showing significant impact on the business — by far the most common thing to get right; U nlike the mini-CEO label PMs often get, in reality they must keep their external stakeholders onboard to be successful;  Keeping their team and manager happy — less of a priority at most companies, but as you’ll see below,... See more

Like a person, a community will have a personality, and the right people will feel drawn to that personality.

NFTs give users the ability to own objects, which can be art, photos, code, music, text, game objects, credentials, governance rights, access passes, and whatever else people dream up next.

Historically, U.S. women have taken on more responsibilities at home because they have not been able to work outside the home or have worked fewer hours and earned less, because of limited access to higher-paying jobs. But since the 1970s, even as women’s participation in the labor force and salaries have risen, men have still not taken on an... See more

Lastly, as you execute on your strategy, in the back of your mind, always be thinking about how you can refine and strengthen the strategy. What would make it better, stronger, and clearer? A good strategy is never static. 

I've met so many creators—including outwardly successful ones making a great living—who are unhappy, and who feel trapped. They joined the creator economy to pursue a life of freedom and creativity and connection. So they followed all the rules and Best Practices. They did everything right, yet still ended up constructing a prison for themselves,... See more