Midwest Humble

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The hottest Substack posts of Midwest Humble

And their main takeaways
2 implied HN points β€’ 23 Feb 24
  1. Life can be unexpected and challenging, with milestones like having a baby and dealing with family health issues happening simultaneously.
  2. In difficult times, developing strong support systems, delegating tasks, and allowing others to lead can be crucial.
  3. Grief can come in unexpected moments, but there is also room for growth and new beginnings amidst the challenges of life.
1 implied HN point β€’ 13 Dec 23
  1. Startups at Michigan Tech Week won over $265,000 in cash prizes or investments across different tracks
  2. The pitch competitions covered areas like AI, Life Sciences, Fintech, Student Startups, and a collaborative team competition
  3. Michigan Tech Week brought together investors, founders, and ecosystem leaders to celebrate innovation in the state
7 implied HN points β€’ 03 Jan 23
  1. Ecosystem building involves storytelling and connecting people in the community.
  2. Telling the story of Michigan's changing landscape and diverse leaders is crucial.
  3. Sharing insights about writing, storytelling, and challenges can be part of community-building.
2 implied HN points β€’ 28 Jun 23
  1. Community is about finding common ground and unity.
  2. Building connections in a community requires both organic and intentional efforts.
  3. Success of a community is hard to measure and needs to be accessible to all members.
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2 implied HN points β€’ 19 Apr 23
  1. Starting a DTC startup in Detroit comes with advantages like a rich history of design and a growing talent pool.
  2. Venture capital interest may be cooling for DTC startups, but a slower growth model can still be successful.
  3. Facing challenges in talent recruitment, Detroit is evolving with access to younger talent and mentorship opportunities.