The hottest Business Strategies Substack posts right now

Elon Musk may be making decisions for Twitter based on private-equity strategies to grow revenue and margins quickly.
Product changes on Twitter, like removing headlines, may be aimed at increasing metrics to attract advertisers rather than harming journalism intentionally.
Many negative changes on Twitter may be due to structural power dynamics and financial pressures rather than Elon Musk's personal ideology.

Warren Buffett likes companies that aggressively repurchase their shares, calling them 'share cannibals'
Share repurchases can increase ownership stakes in companies without extra cost
Berkshire Hathaway indirectly increased ownership in companies like Apple and American Express through share repurchases

AI is becoming a major focus for tech companies and investors.
Companies are increasingly mentioning AI in earnings calls, impacting stock performance.
Investor enthusiasm for AI is driving stock price increases and reshaping company roadmaps.

When hiring an executive, ensure they have the necessary experience for the size and stage of your company.
Don't just rely on a candidate's impressive resume - make sure they have the right expertise for your specific business needs.
Be aware of signs that your executive may not be willing to put in the necessary effort, and be prepared to make tough decisions if needed.

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Prabhakaran.io blog is launched with helpful content like mental models and business strategies.
Future plans include posting detailed business plans regularly for use in businesses or side gigs.
Author requests feedback for additional content ideas by replying to the email.

Competition in the tech industry has intensified, making it essential for companies to find a sustainable advantage to generate long-term profitability.
Focusing on niche markets can lead to less competition, higher profits, and sustainable growth compared to chasing large markets with intense competition.
Dominating a niche market allows for the development of early competitive advantages, market dominance, and long-term profitability, providing a foundation for future expansion and success.

Food delivery business is unprofitable globally despite high fees; Zomato suffered major losses without solid plans.
Zomato's acquisition of Blinkit with a massive cash burn was not beneficial due to lack of established cash flows.
Investors should be cautious of hype; Zomato's crash led to retail investors facing significant losses.

dbt Labs acquired Transform to expand into a new market segment.
Andrew Ng emphasizes the importance of using ChatGPT and LLMs effectively in business.
Utilize data-specific mental models to build, manage, and invest smarter in the data space.