Thought I’d share my top 5 common mistakes made by first-time start-up founders

Thought I’d share my top 5 common mistakes made by first-time start-up founders

There’s no business without mistakes – especially if it’s your first attempt.  Learning from your mistakes is a must but you can also shorten the pain by taking the experience of others.  𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹-𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁-𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗳𝗶𝘁. Simply put, do you have something that people really love? Until then, I’m sure you’re frantically playing…

Quick, intuitive decision-making, Neuroscience
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Quick, intuitive decision-making, Neuroscience

– A bat and a ball costs a $1.10 The bat costs a dollar more than the ball. How much does a ball cost? Believe it or not, the answer to the question has less to do with math and more to do with the science of decision-making. There are two distinct systems used in decision-making, and each leads to unique tactics that…

Back-to-back meetings are messing our brains.
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Back-to-back meetings are messing our brains.

Here’s some cool research from Microsoft. Microsoft’s Human Factors Lab measured the brain activity of 14 individuals. For those *with breaks* b/w meetings:– Their brains were steady and experienced “coolness.” For those *without breaks* b/w meetings– Their stress increased with time, suggesting a “buildup of stress.” It’s almost 2023. Either we need to fix meetings…

Are You Being Quiet Fired?

Are You Being Quiet Fired?

As companies face tightening budgets, many may be considering trimming their workforce. But of course, outright layoffs are expensive and risky. That’s why some have turned to a subtler strategy: quiet firing, or intentionally creating a hostile work environment that encourages people to leave “voluntarily.” Here are the signs. Changes related to work responsibilities:• Reassigning…

If you use Google Search to find things online, you’re wasting your time.
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If you use Google Search to find things online, you’re wasting your time.

The most underrated way to find anything worthwhile online: Use Reddit – not Google. Why? Let’s say you want to buy some new headphones. You’re looking to identify the best-in-class products, so you head to Google Search. The Search Engine Results Page (SERP) is likely a mix of:• Pay-per-click ads• ‘Top 10 wireless headphones’ blogs•…

10 of the best websites you’re not using (but should be)
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10 of the best websites you’re not using (but should be)

1. marketingexamples.com My favorite website on the internet. • Viral ad ideas• Copywriting examples• Crash courses to get press• How to write landing pages 2. mymind.com Curate your favorite online things for inspiration. Save images, articles, and websites for later. It’s like bookmarks on steroids. Save any webpage, and AI takes care of the rest. 3. https://lnkd.in/e2TPfp7a Curated…