Dunnstack

Dunnstack is a newsletter that explores themes of leadership, culture, entrepreneurship, and mental health. It shares personal stories and insights on success, responsibility, and the human aspect behind business ventures, drawing lessons from the author's experiences in startups, investments, and personal challenges.

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The hottest Substack posts of Dunnstack

And their main takeaways

What Makes a Great Friend

137 implied HN points • 24 Sep 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Friendship
  1. A great friend listens and asks hard questions when needed.
  2. A great friend knows when to take action and when to let you handle things yourself.
  3. A great friend can provide honest advice and support when necessary.

BURN RATE: Launching a Startup and Losing My Mind

609 implied HN points • 03 May 22
  1. The post discusses launching a startup and coping with mental health challenges over 22 years.
  2. The narrative includes detailed accounts of manic and depressive episodes, along with a poignant personal dedication.
  3. Sharing personal challenges can help normalize discussions on mental health in the workplace.
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Chapter One

137 implied HN points • 09 May 23
📚 Literature Memoir Family Immigration Culture
  1. The paperback of 'Burn Rate' is now available, despite the usual trend of books not making it to paperback
  2. The author shares a personal story about his matriarchal upbringing and family history
  3. The author's mother sacrificed her own dreams to support her family, highlighting the immigrant experience and familial expectations

The Single Most Important Parenting Strategy

58 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
  1. Becky Kennedy's TED talk emphasizes the power of repair in parenting.
  2. Atonement requires more than just apologizing - it involves active repair.
  3. Taking stock of wrongdoings and making amends is an important aspect of moving forward.

What Matt Levine and Taylor Swift Have in Common

39 implied HN points • 28 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Music Finance Writing News Celebrity
  1. Taylor Swift and Matt Levine are both superstars in their respective fields, known for their prolific work and influence.
  2. Analogies play a significant role in storytelling and leadership, illuminating ideas and engaging the audience.
  3. Matt Levine's insightful and witty writing on finance and business is likened to Taylor Swift's impact on music, showcasing different forms of creativity.

Are You Social Glue?

98 implied HN points • 05 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Community
  1. Be the person who brings others together in real life.
  2. Consider opportunities to strengthen your social connections.
  3. Creating social gatherings can build strong bonds among friends.

Kinnara

39 implied HN points • 20 Sep 23
💼 Business Product Design Job Market Tech Companies
  1. Kinnara Anindita is a talented product designer looking to join a tech company
  2. She worked as the founding designer at a startup
  3. Check out her portfolio at kinnara.framer.website for more info

The Best People in PR

58 implied HN points • 27 Feb 23
💼 Business PR Leadership TV shows
  1. PR matters and can change everything - like a movement!
  2. Having a great PR team is crucial for success, they craft the message, pitch to journalists, and bring attention.
  3. Taylor Sheridan is a talented TV creator and writer, with shows like 1923 and Tulsa King.

The 227 Best Executive Coaches on the Planet

58 implied HN points • 06 Feb 23
  1. The post compiled a list of the 227 best executive coaches as recommended by people on Twitter and LinkedIn.
  2. The post received significant interaction and engagement on both Twitter and LinkedIn.
  3. The process of sharing recommendations for executive coaches led to dialogue, support, and gratitude among participants.

The Collision of Fantasy and Reality

176 implied HN points • 29 Apr 21
  1. Startup world is where fantasy meets reality.
  2. Newsletter will cover entrepreneurship, mental health, and more.
  3. Author is involved in book writing, angel investing, and building a startup.