Tom So

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Deep into web3 social, bit of a generalist In the crypto rabbit hole (as I should). Also super into startups, everything social and community building. I usually read on product management and career development - I add engineering sprinkles to the mix bc why not

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Startup strategic planning: + Set a goal for rev/traffic/x that is 3 mos out + Figure out the top 3-5 driver metrics (eg, leads, sales mtgs, churn) needed to hit the goal + Pick the top 3 activities w high confidence to achieve the driver... See more

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Startups and

A startup’s data room is key for raising venture capital. But many founders waste time compiling data investors don’t want or need. From @venturetwins, a 🧵 on what founders need to know, including specific data investors want to see, info to leave out, and traps to avoid.👇

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Data and

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Product strategy and

As the broader finance function continues to take on a more diverse and strategic role within organizations, the appetite to invest in software that tangibly improves process efficiency, data-driven decision-making capabilities and overall financial performance management will only continue to grow.

Jane Lee • Rise of the Next-Gen CFO: The Evolution of Finance’s Role and Tech Stack

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8: shutting others ideas down va understanding the problem although the solution might not be the best

Lenny Rachitsky • Jackie Bavaro on getting better at product strategy, what exactly is strategy, PM pitfalls to avoid, advancing your career, getting into management, and much more

One pagers are great way to drive decisions. Here’s an effective one pager format: 1. Objective of document 2. Background of Problem Statement 3. Recommendation / Way Forward 4. Reasoning behind recommendation 5. Next Steps Stick to... See more

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Product management

Escaping the Build Trap: How Effective Product Management Creates Real Value

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Product management and product design

The best story of my own snacking behaviors comes from my time at Stripe. I was focused on revamping the engineering organization’s approach to operating reliable software, and decided that it might also make sense to start an internal book club.

Will Larson • Reminiscing: the retreat to comforting work.

Your Web3 identity

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Identity and