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How to describe your business as an equation

Lenny's Newsletter • 7567 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24

💼 Business SaaS Consumer Marketplaces

Every business can be distilled into a simple equation to understand its core aspects.
Defining a business equation aligns teams, focuses efforts, and identifies leverage points for impact.
Different business models like B2B SaaS, B2C, marketplaces, and DTC/e-commerce have specific equation examples to consider.

Somewhat Slower than Anticipated

The Transcript • 727 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24

💼 Business Economy Financials Consumer Technology

Market conditions are softer than anticipated with lower demand
Consumers are cautious with spending, but credit remains strong
Expectations are for the Fed to lower interest rates soon

Media Frames UPS Strike as Harming You, the “Consumer” and Protagonist of Reality

The Column • 1081 implied HN points • 28 Jun 23

🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Labor Media Consumer Economy Justice

Strikes are a powerful tool for workers to negotiate better pay and working conditions.
Service journalism can sometimes highlight consumer impact over worker injustices.
Media often frames worker strikes as harming consumers and the economy rather than focusing on worker needs.

In Which We Buy a Car from Elon Musk

Breaking the News • 961 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23

💼 Business Consumer

The author decided to buy a Tesla Model Y after considering various electric car options.
They chose Tesla due to its market leadership, availability, price, tax benefits, suitability, and despite concerns about Elon Musk.
The decision reflects a shift to a more popular choice compared to the author's usual trend of selecting alternative or unique options.

Ten charts explaining AI today

Molly Welch's Newsletter • 176 implied HN points • 26 Apr 23

🕹 Technology AI Data Enterprise Consumer Regulation

A battle between closed and open AI models is a key trend in the AI ecosystem.
Small, distilled AI models are gaining momentum over larger, more expensive models.
Data continues to be crucial for the AI economy, but there are concerns about running out of training data.

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Strong and Vibrant

The Transcript • 58 implied HN points • 03 Oct 23

💰 Finance Economy Consumer Inflation

The economy is described as strong and vibrant.
Consumers are still spending, and inflation has decreased.
Bank of America's Brian Moynihan is optimistic about the Federal Reserve.

Five Themes for New Investments in Mid-2023

next big thing • 83 implied HN points • 28 Jun 23

💼 Business Investments Venture Capital Consumer AI Education

Aging presents opportunities for new products and services to improve the lives of older adults.
Investing in climate and sustainability companies offers the chance to solve big problems with novel solutions.
The education market has evolved, with a focus on solutions for schools and districts to meet students' and families' needs.

How you use AI daily

Random Minds by Katherine Brodsky • 9 implied HN points • 31 Aug 23

🕹 Technology AI Consumer

Consult with AI to explore what's possible for the average consumer
Utilize Google Maps for AI functionalities
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