Kobe Bryant Had a Formula For Investing in Startups

Kobe Bryant Had a Formula For Investing in Startups

Angel investing often comes down to the gut feeling of the person with the money, and the impression the founder left on said investor. Sure, the addressable market, the novelty of offering, etc. is vital, but early-stage investing comes down to personal and emotional connections with the founders of startups. That’s what convinces a seed…

Own The Suit

Own The Suit

‘Own the suit,’ is the prevailing theme of Joe Rogan’s fascinating interview with filmmaker and entrepreneur Guy Ritchie. After observing Rogan’s outfit, which is very casual, Ritchie quips, “There are so many aspects of life – food for a long time got robbed from us – and we’ve slowly managed to claw that back. But…

Joe Rogan’s Inspirational Interview About Life and Mike Tyson With Teddy Atlas

Joe Rogan’s Inspirational Interview About Life and Mike Tyson With Teddy Atlas

Mike Tyson… “was as strong a guy as you’re ever gonna see, but he was as weak a person as you’re ever going to find…” Teddy Atlas, Tyson’s former trainer, said the above on The Joe Rogan Experience recently. Given the context of who Tyson is/was, it’s a controversial and thought-provoking statement. But who better…

Who is Your Otaku?

Who is Your Otaku?

The Japanese word “otaku” is a critical piece to successfully marketing your new product or service, according to Seth Godin. It refers to the desire of someone who is obsessed – often referencing a group in society that, for example, is obsessed with technology. In our world, we’d typically refer to the otaku as innovators,…