The hottest Lessons Learned Substack posts right now

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The Wolf of Harcourt Street 471 implied HN points 09 Jan 24
  1. Achieved a return of 34.3% in 2023 compared to 24.1% for the S&P.
  2. Focused on refining the investment strategy, promoting Growth at a Reasonable Price (GARP) over Growth at Any Price (GAAP), and emphasizing value for long-term market-beating potential.
  3. Learned lessons such as avoiding blind dollar-cost averaging, seeking stocks with low expectations, and collaborating with others to improve quality and results.
Austin's Analects 3 HN points 05 Apr 24
  1. Consider getting a certification to boost your career even if you lack experience. It can help build confidence and knowledge.
  2. Create a structured study plan with practice problems and pacing. Consistent review and memory tricks can enhance learning.
  3. Prioritize materials that work best for you, such as crash courses and memorization techniques. Avoid excessive reading of success/failure stories for focus.
Gordian Knot News 131 implied HN points 27 Oct 23
  1. Lessons learned from Three Mile Island highlighted the inadequacies in nuclear power safety and regulatory systems.
  2. Two major lies in the nuclear establishment were exposed at Three Mile Island, showing the need for accountability.
  3. The NRC's incompetence and flaws showcased at Three Mile Island suggest the need for a complete overhaul of the regulatory system.
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FreakTakes 13 implied HN points 05 Nov 23
  1. MOSIS project facilitated cheaper and faster access to computer chips for researchers in the 1980s.
  2. The program encouraged modularity, open interfaces, and coordination to enhance research feedback cycles.
  3. MOSIS played a key role in advancing semiconductor design by enabling unbundling of design and production tasks.
Xavi Benjamin 0 implied HN points 13 Mar 24
  1. Violet Paniko had a successful year in 2023, with around 20k song streams in the first year of creating music.
  2. Collaboration with producers Cardec and NoLa was a highlight for Violet Paniko's music project.
  3. The post discusses what went well, what didn't, and the lessons learned for the future.
Founder Fuck-ups 0 implied HN points 11 Jul 23
  1. Startup founders face numerous setbacks and failures, not just glamorous success stories.
  2. Failures and mistakes are an integral part of the entrepreneurial journey, yet often remain unacknowledged.
  3. Sharing experiences of failures can help entrepreneurs avoid similar pitfalls and grow from collective missteps.
The Experiment 0 implied HN points 13 Jan 24
  1. Pete Carroll emphasizes the importance of having fun and building a positive culture in sports.
  2. Carroll prioritizes self-discovery and self-love as essential for personal growth and success.
  3. Carroll's coaching methods focus on embracing individuality, creating a safe learning environment, and maximizing the potential of each player.