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What value are you adding? 0 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23 💼 Business Product Development Career growth Market Analysis Focus on creating a true edge instead of just table stakes or commodities. Differentiation comes from being narrow and specific in a way that resonates with a specific group of people. Being the best or better isn't sustainable; strive to be uniquely valuable by thinking independently.
I hired the best data analyst for $20 0 implied HN points • 30 Oct 23 🕹 Technology Data Analysis Technical Skills AI Models Data analysis can now be done cheaply and efficiently using AI tools like ChatGPT. The value in work has shifted towards understanding the larger goal and differentiation rather than just technical execution. Businesses need to focus on providing actionable insights and a deeper user experience to differentiate and succeed in the AI market.
I built a SaaS app using ChatGPT 0 implied HN points • 15 May 23 🕹 Technology Programming AI Software Development Tech industry Innovation Building a software tool using ChatGPT was faster and more efficient than traditional methods. The rise of nontechnical 'tech' founders may increase as tools like ChatGPT become more accessible. Preserving intention and attention in problem-solving sets people apart in a world of rapid technological advancements.
Hard lessons from bootstrapping SaaS 0 implied HN points • 04 Sep 23 💼 Business Entrepreneurship Startups Tech industry Product Development Self-Improvement Getting target customers on a call early can predict growth rate. Charging for a product leads to more engaged customers. Understanding different solutions to a common problem is key for flexibility.
How to negotiate even in a bear market 0 implied HN points • 25 Sep 23 💼 Business Negotiation Compensation Market Dynamics Psychology Career decisions Negotiation is a discovery process, not a battle. Be strategic in tipping your hand during negotiations to maintain leverage. Prioritize what you want and make your first counter the most important one.
Favorite books of 2023 0 implied HN points • 18 Dec 23 📚 Literature Fiction Essays Novels Books Reading To create great things, we should consume great things. Reading long-form content is valuable and irreplaceable. Deliberate creation and critical thinking are important in the age of easy access to information.
Why big redesigns fail 0 implied HN points • 20 Nov 23 🕹 Technology Product Design User Experience Artificial Intelligence AI Technology Redesigns can make things harder for customers even if technically better Old familiar systems have an edge over new ones in customer loyalty The future of software might involve more 'done for you' actions rather than 'do it yourself' tasks