Detail Orientation: Broken Windows, Broken Business 0 implied HN points • 25 Mar 08 Fixing small details can lead to greater overall success. Paying attention to detail can help create a better user experience. Having a 'broken windows' mentality and attention to detail can be admirable attributes.
the Ongoing Organization of My Life 0 implied HN points • 23 Mar 08 The author is trying to improve their personal organization and time management. They are exploring different tools like OneNote and Xobni to help with organization. The author is revisiting the concepts in 'Getting Things Done' by David Allen for better workflow.
RescueTime I Love You - You Make My Life Better 0 implied HN points • 20 Mar 08 RescueTime is a useful tool for personal productivity and time management. RescueTime allows users to tag applications and websites with productivity labels. RescueTime provides graphs and charts for data visualization and is loved by data enthusiasts.
A Weekend of Food & Books 0 implied HN points • 16 Mar 08 Hosted a dinner party with overcooked pork, but still had plenty of food and wine to enjoy Spent the weekend shopping for furniture and cooking meals like fajitas and a traditional breakfast Relaxed, read, and recharged for the upcoming week
Whrrl Team at Pelago Express Excitement About iPhone SDK 0 implied HN points • 11 Mar 08 Pelago CEO Jeff Holden expressed excitement about iPhone SDK Pelago is the first iFund portfolio company of Kleiner Perkins Caufield Byers The Whrrl team is excited about the tech developments
Whrrl - Noise Pop 2008 Official Web and Mobile Sponsor 0 implied HN points • 25 Feb 08 Whrrl.com is the official web and mobile sponsor for Noise Pop 2008 music festival The Pelago staff will promote Whrrl at Noise Pop events in San Francisco Members of the Pelago team are actively engaging in promoting their product at the music festival
Whrrl Introduces Events - 0 implied HN points • 07 Feb 08 Whrrl launched a new feature for finding events in major US cities. Users can now discover concerts, movies, and gallery showings on Whrrl. The feature encourages users to explore their neighborhoods and be more active offline.
Pelago Day 2 - and other notes 0 implied HN points • 18 Sep 07 Excited about new job at Pelago and working with smart, passionate people Enjoying faster Dell computer with Vista and considering getting a new smartphone like iPhone Thinking about future purchases like a car, leaning towards a BMW M3 convertible
MostRecent.net Soft Launch - Community Driven News Portals 0 implied HN points • 28 Dec 08 Consider incorporating an RSS feed to keep pages current. Make it easier to delete added components on pages. Improve session management to avoid losing data and enhance user experience.
20 Bay Area Startups Ripe for a Series A Investment 0 implied HN points • 08 Jun 17 List of 20 Bay Area startups ripe for Series A investments Screening process for identifying startups based on growth signals and funding history Focus on companies with specific employee size and funding timeline criteria
Checking In On My Fantasy VC Portfolio From February 2014 0 implied HN points • 15 Oct 16 The fantasy VC portfolio from February 2014 included successful picks like RelateIQ, Instacart, and Uber. The companies in the list collectively raised $15.2 Billion in funding, with Uber contributing significantly to the total. Despite some picks not securing follow-on rounds, most companies in the portfolio saw significant funding growth and success.
Overcoming the Tyranny of “Should†0 implied HN points • 02 Jan 16 Questioning 'shoulds' can lead to self-discovery and authenticity. Taking shortcuts based on others' advice can lead to mediocre results. Intention and self-reflection can help in overcoming the pressures of societal expectations.
How to Network to Startup Investors 0 implied HN points • 27 Sep 15 Investors prefer networking over online platforms Cold emailing/calling investors is a valid approach Persistence and networking are key in connecting with investors
Monica for CEO 0 implied HN points • 18 Jun 15 Monica is proposed as the new CEO for Pied Piper. Monica's confidence and leadership abilities are highlighted for the role. There is tension and shift in leadership dynamics within the company.
What I'd Like to Stop Doing in 2015 0 implied HN points • 03 Jan 15 Reduce public speaking engagements and focus on panel or Q&A formats. Cut down on drinking alcohol and replace it with healthier activities like walks and yoga. Minimize business travel, opt for longer trips, and prioritize well-being over short-term opportunities.
Burn Rates Post & Second Seed Announcement Enter My Top 10 All Time Blog Posts List 0 implied HN points • 28 Nov 14 Blogging helps me connect with readers and understand their interests better. Quality and longer pieces generally perform better in terms of reach and engagement. Feedback, even if not always positive, provides valuable new perspectives and learnings.
Tweetstorms, Hashtags, and Why User-Invented "Features" Keep Me Long on Twitter 0 implied HN points • 20 Jun 14 Tweetstorms allow for sharing more than 140 characters worth of ideas on Twitter. Hashtags were created by users and contribute to the appeal of Twitter. User-invented features on Twitter, like tweetstorms and hashtags, enhance user interactions and make the platform more engaging.
Introducing Mattermark, the Deal Intelligence Company 0 implied HN points • 15 Mar 14 Don't be confined by labels or simplicity, true innovation comes from thinking outside the box. Exploring multiple ideas can lead to unexpected opportunities and discoveries. Starting small with a niche market can pave the way for future expansion and growth.
My Fantasy VC Portfolio 0 implied HN points • 09 Feb 14 The author invests in founders with themes close to their heart. The author is a happy customer of startups they wish they had invested in. Investing in startups is about falling in love with the experiences their products enable.
Mattermark Wasn’t a Pivot 0 implied HN points • 08 Feb 14 The transition from shutting down the previous product to launching Mattermark involved a shift in focus and approach. To succeed in the startup world, it was important to stay ahead by closely monitoring and analyzing data of new companies. Building a strong community through newsletters and engagement can be key to long-term success in business.
Measuring Startup & VC Performance - Everyday is Another Chance to Turn It All Around 0 implied HN points • 04 Nov 13 Startup performance metrics reflect the past, not the future. It's easier to build on existing momentum than to start from scratch. Past performance doesn't guarantee future success, especially in startups.
Embracing the Incrementality Mentality 0 implied HN points • 03 Aug 13 Focus on incremental growth rather than chasing unrealistic high growth percentages. Building a startup is about staying focused and avoiding distractions from new ideas and products. Success in startups often comes from subtle incremental wins that may not seem significant at first.
Sulia Now Driving 6-Digit Traffic to Publishers, on Track to Hit 15-20 Million Uniques This Year 0 implied HN points • 24 May 13 Sulia is driving significant traffic to publishers like TMZ and Huffington Post. Sulia organizes content by subject-based channels, making it easier to consume media about single topics. Sulia's focus on interest-segmented audiences benefits not only publishers but also advertisers.
SpotRight Raises $2.8M for Social Customer Intelligence 0 implied HN points • 24 May 13 SpotRight raised $2.8M for Social Customer Intelligence. The company has received previous funding and underwent a merger. SpotRight provides a platform for marketers to access social data on customers.
Wiggles of Hope: Yahoo Stock on the Rise, At Highest Point Since May 2008 0 implied HN points • 20 May 13 Yahoo's stock price has risen to its highest point since May 2008, showing a 73% gain from July 2012 to today. Marissa Mayer's leadership at Yahoo has been marked by positive changes including acquisitions and policy changes. Despite not reaching its peak price from previous years, Yahoo's stock has shown significant growth under Mayer's tenure.
Project Decor Raises $5M for Social Home Decorating 0 implied HN points • 20 May 13 Project Decor raised $5M in venture capital from Launch Capital. The company was founded in September 2011 and had previously raised $1.6M in March 2012. Project Decor aims to help people decorate their homes and is gaining a following on social media.
In Race to Be First on Tumblr Acquisition by Yahoo, Wall Street Journal Publishes Questionable Headline 0 implied HN points • 19 May 13 Wall Street Journal published a questionable headline about Yahoo's acquisition of Tumblr without confirmed sources Reputable news sources can affect other outlets which may lead to lazy journalism and misinforming the public The importance of verifying information before sharing to prevent spreading potentially false news