Strategy is really important.
A deep dive into the monetization challenges of Reddit and the road to profitability it can take by embracing creators.
The difference between branding and storytelling, and why it matters now more than ever
Notion: The Embattled Artist
Why the best deals are done with no data at all
The surprisingly compelling audio app that has consumed my life
How the tool for networked thought can grow into its $200m valuation
The content format is a red herring. What really matters is the structure and purpose of TikTok’s network, which is antithetical to Instagram.
An unlikely marriage where both sides win
Substack can't decide if it's a CMS or a media brand. Neither could Medium. Their indecision will likely lead to similar outcomes.
Finally, a clear explanation of bookings, billings and revenue
How a Scrappy Utah Software Company Ignored Every Silicon Valley Heuristic and Won Anyway
The dust has settled. Now what?
An introduction to Clay Christensen’s most underrated idea: “The Conservation of Modularity”
How the professional platform makes networking weird
The newest SaaS company to hit the public markets
The Economics of Belief Transmission
The strategy behind the news, in as few bullet points as possible
Hello! Welcome to Three Shorts, a recurring series where I unpack the strategy behind the news in as few bullet points as possible.Enjoy!Fas
How to see what you aren't seeing
By Means of Natural Selection
