Ednevsky Blog

The Ednevsky Blog, authored by Alexander Nevedovsky, offers a deep dive into the realms of product building, startup strategies, fundraising, productivity, and technological innovations. It provides practical tips, reflections on personal and professional growth, and insights into navigating the startup ecosystem effectively.

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4 simple hacks that help me stay more focused throughout the day

0 implied HN points • 16 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Productivity Mindfulness Distractions Time management Self-care
  1. Don't check your phone or laptop for 1-1.5 hours after waking up to prioritize morning routine and mental well-being
  2. Disable most notifications to eliminate distractions and only keep essential ones like banking or calls
  3. Set a 24-hour time limit on non-productivity apps to prevent mindless consumption and create boundaries for app usage

What's next for the early-stage startup ecosystem?

0 implied HN points • 07 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Startups AI Innovation Research Ecosystem
  1. The current startup ecosystem is seeing new opportunities due to past crises like the Dot-com bubble and the pandemic, leading to more founders considering bootstrapping over raising capital.
  2. AI is revolutionizing business creation by democratizing resources and enabling faster execution for lean startup teams.
  3. Residences are emerging as an alternative to traditional accelerators and venture studios, offering early-stage founders speed of iterations, resources, and community support without taking ownership.

What should you do with your legal entity when you startup fails?

0 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
💼 Business Startups Closure Taxation Entrepreneurship
  1. When your startup fails, you have options for what to do with your legal entity like continuing to upkeep it, selling it, or liquidating it.
  2. One option is to do nothing and let the state move your company into a non-active state after 2 years.
  3. If your company is clean and not heavily used, forgetting about it may be an option without added risks.
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I unplugged for a week (3 times actually!) — here’s how it went

0 implied HN points • 30 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-care Well-being Mindfulness Productivity
  1. Taking breaks from technology can make you more productive and focused.
  2. Offline retreats can help weaken neural pathways, rebalance dopamine levels, and slow down brain waves for relaxation.
  3. Before going offline, list your current problems, immerse yourself in new experiences, journal your thoughts, and make changes in your life based on reflections.